Helen Roberti Humanities Graduate Scholarship Grant

The Helen Roberti Humanities Graduate Scholarship at the University of Montana supports a competitive selection of qualified Native American students pursuing interdisciplinary Ph.D. studies in humanities, focusing on Native American history, culture, or literature. This scholarship includes a three-year academic commitment and a one-year administrative internship at a Native American college, emphasizing the university's dedication to transformative education and community engagement.

University of Montana
The University of Montana (UM), located in Missoula, is a flagship public research university dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and public service. As a premier institution in the Rocky Mountain West, UM offers a broad range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs supported by world-class faculty, hands-on learning opportunities, and a strong commitment to research that addresses regional and global challenges. The university fosters an environment where curiosity, exploration, and creativity thrive, preparing students to become leaders in their fields and engaged citizens in their communities.
Its vision emphasizes student success, inclusive academic opportunity, and building a vibrant, sustainable campus community that contributes to the cultural, environmental, and economic vitality of Montana and beyond. The institution prioritizes excellence in teaching and research, respect for place and culture, and a commitment to stewardship, innovation, and public impact.
This graduate scholarship will be awarded through a competitive process to a highly qualified Native American student seeking to pursue interdisciplinary Ph.D. studies in the humanities with a focus on native American history, culture or literature. In addition to three years of academic study, the Helen Roberti Scholar will participate in a one-year administrative internship with the president or dean at a Native American college.

Eligibility

Applicants must be enrolled in interdisciplinary Ph.D. studies in the humanities with a focus on native American history, culture or literatureEnrolled member of a Native American Tribe