Students interested in addressing community needs through their own summer projects can now apply for the 2027- 28 Phillips Scholarship Program cohort.
Phillips Scholars create and test innovative ideas that address unmet community needs through their own summer projects. As part of a cohort, students develop their leadership skills and prepare for their projects.
There will be two informational sessions for students interested in learning more about the program. Register ahead time for one of two sessions:
- Register here for Tuesday, Dec. 8,11 – 11:30 a.m.
- Register here for Tuesday, Jan. 12, noon – 12:30 p.m.
Before applying, please ensure you are eligible and have capacity to fulfill the following commitments.
Students are eligible if they:
- Are enrolled full-time at Hamline University
- Demonstrate financial need
- Are a first- or second- year student in spring 2027.
(Third-year students are not eligible) - Aspire to address a significant need within a particular community
- Demonstrate interest in civic engagement
- Can participate in all required program trainings and events
- Can complete a community engagement project in Minnesota during the summer of 2028
The Phillips Scholarship Program requires approximately five to 10 hours of planning per week during the 2027-28 academic year, plus 10 to 15 hours per week during summer 2028. Phillips Scholars must also attend in-person training throughout the year and a two-day retreat.
Students selected must remain in Minnesota during summer 2028 to conduct their projects.
Ten students from 15 eligible Minnesota private colleges will be selected. Selected scholars will receive a $6,000 scholarship, a $4,000 stipend to support their summer project work and $500 for project supplies. The Hamline deadline to apply is Jan. 25, 2027.
To obtain an application or if you have any questions, please contact Hamline University’s Office of Financial Aid or call 651-523-3000.