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King Olav V Norwegian-American Heritage Scholarship

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 10/1/2023
Closes: 3/1/2024

King Olav V Norwegian-American Heritage Scholarship provides financial assistance to college students of Norwegian heritage who are interested in pursuing further study of that heritage in the United States or Norway.

Win up to
$3,000
  • Essay Required: Yes
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • This program is open to U.S. citizens of Norwegian heritage, 17 years of age or older, who have demonstrated an interest in their heritage and who desire to further the study of that heritage at a recognized educational institution in the United States or Norway.
  • The program of study may include arts, crafts, literature, history, music, or folklore.
  • Applicants must submit a 150word autobiography and an essay up to 500 words in length on 1) how this scholarship will help them further their career goals; 2) why they have chosen their area of study and what they hope to achieve through their career; 3) any involvement in volunteer, school and/or community activities and what that involvement has taught them; 4) how their program, course of study, or future plans align with the core values of the sponsor; 5) how this scholarship will help them further the study of their heritage at their chosen institution, and 6) how they will share this experience with the Sons of Norway or wider Norwegian-American audiences.
  • Financial need is considered in the selection process.

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior
    Minimum Age
    25
    Maximum Age
    25
    Location
    • Country: US
    Intended Area of Study
    Arts and Crafts, Folklore, Norwegian History, Music, Norwegian Studies
    Citizenship Status
    U.S. Citizen

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