Peterson Distinguished Economics Major Scholarship Fund

Recipient must be a student in the College of Social Sciences and Public Policy within the Department of Economics who graduated from high school with academic honors.

Donor
Mr. William E. Peterson, Jr. and Mrs. Joanna P. Peterson
Award
Varies
Academic College/Unit
College of Social Sciences and Public Policy
Deadline
10/15/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Upload a copy of your resume (PDF or Word format).
  2. Upload a transcript of all coursework completed showing the cumulative college GPA as of the end of the previous semester
  3. List the courses you are enrolled in for the current semester.
  4. Provide the name and email address of two economics professors who will submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf.
    • Name and Email Address of first economics professor
    • Name and Email Address of second economics professor
  5. Explain why you have chosen a major in economics, what you feel economics can contribute to your academic and professional development and what you propose to do with your economics training?
  6. I certify that I have graduated from high school with honors.
  7. Upload supporting documents confirming you have graduated high school with honors (i.e. certificates).
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