The GSPM has a limited number of merit-based scholarships that have been given by alumni, friends of the School, and members of the Council on American Politics. These funds, some of which are endowed, are awarded by the Admissions Committee.
You will be considered for merit-based assistance so long as your application is received by the following deadline:
- Fall admission - April 15
- Spring admission - October 15
Although merit-based assistance is not generally available for the summer semester, summer applicants will be automatically considered for the following fall semester.
If you have been selected for a merit-based award, you will be notified by May 15 for Fall applicants and by November 15 for Spring applicants.
Endowed Scholarship Funds
The Founding Dean Christopher Arterton Scholarship Fund
The Graduate School of Political Management was founded by Neil Fabricant and Christopher Arterton in 1986. Since then, Dr. Arterton has dedicated himself to making the School into what it is today. Over its history, the GSPM has constructed an innovative and highly regarded curriculum, recruited an excellent faculty, attracted quality students, provided them with the best technical training and ethical guidance, and placed them in significant professional positions. Since its founding, the GSPM has emerged as the leading institution for the study and teaching of political management in the United States and abroad. Dr. Arterton has played a vital leadership role and the success of the GSPM is due mostly to his passion for politics and for his students, alumni, faculty and staff.
The Linda Johnson Memorial Fund
Created by the Class of 2009, The Linda Johnson Memorial Fund is in memory of Professor Johnson's late wife Linda Johnson. This fund is a testament to not only the memory of Linda Johnson, but to the profound effect that Professor Johnson has had on his students from year to year. The strength of both Dr. Johnson and his wife, throughout both her life and her illness, was an inspiration to all who were around them.
The Jack Gerard Endowment
The Jack Gerard Endowment provides a scholarship for students who studied as undergraduates at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. The donor, Jack Gerard is a member of the Council on American Politics and an alumnus of BYU.
The Kelly J. Purcell Credit Union Memorial Fund
The Kelly J. Purcell Credit Union Memorial Fund was endowed in 2007 in memory of Kelly Purcell, GSPM ´00 who tragically passed away in 2006. The fund was created by gifts from the California and Nevada Credit Union League and its member credit unions.
The Laurence F. Lane Graduate Scholarship in Political Management
Established in 2000 by Laurence F. Lane, B.A. '68, M.A. '76, member of The Council on American Politics. The income earned by this fund provides financial asssitance to students wishing to pursue a degree in Political Management to further their careers in the growing field of professional political management, including governanace, elections, lobbying, and issues management.
The Robert M. McGlotten Endowment
Established in 2001 by Robert M., member of The Council on American Politics, and Cheryl G. McGlotten. The income earned by this fund provides unrestricted support to GW's Graduate School of Political Management at the discretion of the Director.
Annually Funded Scholarships
The Detore Graduate Scholarship in Political Management
The Detore Graduate Scholarship in Political Management is funded annually by Council on American Politics member Bob Detore.
The Garry South Annual Scholarship
The Garry South Annual Scholarship is funded annually by Council on American Politics member Garry South.
The Jack Gerard Annual Scholarship
The Jack Gerard Annual Scholarship is funded annually by Council on American Politics member Jack Gerard.
NABPAC Annual Scholarship
The NABPAC Annual Scholarship is funded by the National Association of Business Political Action Committees and is for students studying in the PACs and Political Management graduate certificate program. Interested students who are currently enrolled or who are entering the program should contact Program Director Dr. Steven Billet via
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or at 202.994.1149. Current students interested in applying must have at least six credits remaining before completing the degree in order to qualify for the scholarship. Applicants should include a copy of their current resume.
Funded by adjunct faculty member and former U.S. Senate staffer, Robert Foust, this partial scholarship assists either North Dakota residents or Native American students in their efforts to enter politics and achieve their goals in government and public service. The school will award this merit-based scholarship to any North Dakota resident or Native American student accepted to a degree program at GSPM.
