• Applications are accepted from current graduating college seniors. If you plan to graduate just prior to the deadline (i.e. Sept – Dec), you may apply in January the following year.
• Both US and non-US citizens are eligible to apply, but must be graduating from a U.S. college or university.

• 4th Year

• US Citizen
• Permanent Resident
• International or Other Visa Status
• Undocumented

The Samuel Huntington Public Service Award provides a $30,000 stipend for a graduating college senior to pursue one year of public service anywhere in the world. The award allows recipients to engage in a meaningful public service activity for one year before proceeding on to graduate school or a career.

To apply, please develop a proposal for public service in this country or abroad. The proposal may encompass any activity that furthers the public good. It can be undertaken by yourself alone or by working through established charitable, religious, educational, governmental, or other public service organizations.

For more information, please review the Samuel Huntington Fund FAQs.

Get details, application tips, and access the application via the program website.

Samuel Huntington was President and Chief Executive Officer of the New England Electric System which later merged with National Grid. He was deeply interested in public service. Following his graduation from college and before attending law school, Mr. Huntington taught in Nigeria. The Samuel Huntington Public Service Award was established by his friends to allow other students to realize similar experiences and to provide public service. 

As part of the award, you will commit to one year of public service.

Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards
171 Mary Gates Hall
Box 352803
Seattle, WA 98195-2805
Phone: 206-543-4282
E-mail: scholarq@u.washington.edu

The Samuel Huntington Fund
Attn: Amy Stacy
National Grid
40 Sylvan Road
Waltham, MA 02451
(781) 907-3358
amy.stacy@nationalgrid.com