Scholarships Spotlight

Thinking about applying for graduate admission for fall 2026? There’s still time to apply for scholarships! Students considering fall 2027 admission should review our graduate scholarships page to review opportunities that open August 2026 and are due December 15^th, 2026.

Scholarships offered through the Price School

USC Price Visionary Scholarship

The USC Price Visionary Scholarship recognizes graduate students who have demonstrated meaningful leadership and impact in public service and who are committed to continuing that work through graduate study at USC Price.

This scholarship honors incoming and admitted graduate students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and real-world impact in public policy, public administration, urban planning, health administration, or real estate development through full-time work, part-time roles, volunteerism, or a combination of different types of efforts.

Recipients receive $10,000, renewable for a second year, selected on the basis of professional experience, leadership impact, and financial need.

Scholarship deadline: June 30^th

Students must first apply for graduate admission to gain access to the scholarship application in Scholarship Universe. Therefore, we recommend that students apply for graduate admission by June 1^st or as soon as possible to have ample time to apply for the scholarship.

Scholarships offered through USC

USC Norman Topping Student Aid Fund

The Norman Topping Student Aid Fund (NTSAF) assists students with financial need who demonstrate an extraordinary level of community awareness in their pursuit of higher education at the University of Southern California. Applicants residing in areas surrounding the University Park Campus and Health Sciences campus and first-generation college students are given primary consideration in the selection process. Please note that the scholarship is not limited to these populations.

Ranging up to $10,000 for graduate students, the scholarship is open to incoming students based on their individual USC Financial Aid package. Students must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA). In addition to scholarship funding, NTSAF provides a range of programs and services to help recipients maximize their USC student experience and unlock their full potential. The scholarship is renewable during the student’s tenure at USC by fulfilling all scholarship requirements.

Scholarship deadline: June 1^st

Scholarships offered through private organizations

Each scholarship has separate eligibility requirements, application processes, and deadlines. Information regarding these scholarships is provided solely for informational and promotional purposes. The USC Price School is not affiliated with the scholarship providers and is not involved with the scholarship selection process.

• The Minerva Scholarship
  • Amount: Up to $10,000
  • Deadline: May 31^st, 2026
• California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation Scholarship
  • Amount: $5,000
  • Deadline: June 1^st, 2026
• Native Forward Scholars Fund
  • Amount: Varies
  • Deadline: June 1^st, 2026
• American Public Transportation Foundation Scholarship
  • Amount: Up to $12,000
  • Deadline: June 5^th, 2026
• Women in Public Finance Scholarship
  • Amount: Up to $5,000
  • Deadline: June 30^th, 2026
• California LGBTQ Foundation Scholarship
  • Amount: Up to $10,000
  • Deadline: June 30^th, 2026

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For any questions, please contact our team at [email protected].

All scholarships offered through the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy are administered consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Recipients are chosen without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited characteristic.