History Scholar Award

The Gilder Lehrman History Scholar Award recognizes outstanding college juniors and seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence in American history or American studies as well as a commitment to public service, leadership, and community involvement.

Up to fifteen top American history college juniors and seniors will be selected as Gilder Lehrman History Scholar Award winners who will

• Spend six days in New York City
• Participate in a program of special presentations, including meetings with eminent scholars
• Experience an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of a unique archive of primary sources
• Receive the Gilder Lehrman History Scholar Award at a celebratory dinner

The application for the 2017 History Scholar Award is now closed. For more information, review the Application Details and our FAQs. If you have additional questions, email scholars@gilderlehrman.org.