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Charles T. Mercer Scholarship
Tuition, fees and/or room-and-board support for political science majors in good standing who demonstrate financial need. Students with a 2.0–2.99 GPA and demonstrated need receive priority consideration.
Ford Hall Goes to Washington
Sponsored by the Political Science Alumni Council, Ford Hall Goes to Washington funds up to $4,000 toward living expenses for students completing an internship in Washington, D.C.
Paul J. Weber Scholarship for Mentoring Excellence
A tribute to a man who dedicated his life to teaching and mentoring, the Paul J. Weber Scholarship recognizes political science students who exemplify mentoring excellence.
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