Are you the UOG’s Next Truman Scholar?

University of Guam Harry S. Truman Scholarship Information Session Event flyer

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The University of Guam is pleased to announce the start of the 2026 Truman Scholarship application cycle. The Truman Scholarship is a highly competitive national scholarship for aspiring public service leaders in the United States, with 55 to 65 scholarships granted from over 600 applications each year. To date, 22 students from the University of Guam have been awarded Truman Scholarships.

Informational Webinars

The Truman Scholarship Foundation will host an informational webinar for students preparing to apply this year as well as those interested in future cycles.

Recordings featuring recent Truman Scholars are now available, offering valuable insight into the application journey. Students can hear firsthand experiences, learn more about the scholarship’s mission, and gain a clear understanding of the program’s selection criteria.

The webinars will outline the benefits of applying, provide strategies for building a strong and competitive application, and offer guidance on navigating common challenges throughout the process.

For students committed to public service and leadership, this is an important opportunity to prepare for one of the nation’s most prestigious scholarships.

More information about the Truman Webinars and Recordings can be found at: 2026 Application Webinars | The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation

UOG will also host an information session at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2025. Sign up online at: https://url.uog.edu/UOG-Truman-2026.

How to Apply

Serious candidates must email their intent to apply to Dr. Mary Kate Soliva, UOG Truman Representative, at solivamk@triton.uog.edu. The deadline to submit interest is December 24, 2025.

For more information about the scholarship, visit www.truman.gov.

Past Truman Scholars from UOG

The University of Guam was established in 1952 when Harry Truman was President of the United States and has a long history of Truman Scholars — 22 since 1978.