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, Economics
Deadline
10/15/2026
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. 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?
  4. List the courses you are enrolled in for the current semester.
  5. List any notable campus involvement, leadership, internships, employment, community service, or any other accomplishments that you think is relevant.
  6. Provide the name and email address of two faculty members who will submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf.
    • Name and email address of first faculty member:
    • Name and email address of second faculty member:
  7. Did you graduate high school with academic honors?
  8. If you answered yes to the above question, provide evidence of having graduated from high school with academic honors.
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