The university and UAB's College of Arts and Sciences offer many scholarships to incoming and current students. You can explore these options and apply through the UAB BSMART scholarship system.
In addition, outstanding students may be recognized by the department with the following awards and scholarships:
- David Hart White Endowed Fund
- Dr. Glenn A. Feldman Memorial Student Writing Award
- The Joseph D. and Helen H. Sutter Scholarship in Southern History
History Major Scholarships
The History Department is offering two $5,000 scholarships to students (non-transfer) who are enrolled at UAB and have declared or plan to declare a major in History. This funding is awarded on the basis of merit (academic promise and a commitment to the study of History). For information, please contact Walter Ward, History Undergraduate Program Director (
Transfer Student Scholarships
The Department of History is offering two $5,000 scholarships to deserving students who transfer from another college into UAB as history majors. Applicants should demonstrate academic promise and a commitment to the study of History.
To apply, send your college transcript, a one-page description of why you are interested in studying history, and some of your career aspirations are to Dr. Walter Ward at