Scholarship

Robert Barford Philosophy Scholarship

Eastern Illinois University Original Source
Award

Not specified

Deadline

Mar 15, 2026

Deadline passed
Location

United States

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The Robert Barford Philosophy Scholarship is awarded to undergraduate students majoring in philosophy at Eastern Illinois University. This scholarship recognizes academic excellence in philosophy with a focus on Dr. Barford's areas of emphasis including classical philosophy, religious studies, social/political philosophy, or peace studies. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic performance with a minimum philosophy GPA of 3.50 and overall GPA of 3.20, along with completion of at least one philosophy course at EIU. The scholarship requires submission of an 8-page paper related to one of Dr. Barford's fields of emphasis, which may be written specifically for the application, a previous course assignment, or a creative work such as a position paper. Financial need is also considered in the selection process. Recipients may reapply in subsequent years if they continue to meet the eligibility criteria. The award is announced and paid in the Spring semester.

Renewable

Who Can Apply

Region
United States
Project in
United States
Applicants
individual

Application Details

Stages

  1. 1 single_stage

Required documents

writing_sample transcripts

Review process

Papers evaluated on clear presentation, richness and craftsmanship of thought, use of resources, application to contemporary life, and remaining questions posed. Financial need is also considered.