About the Stover Scholars Program

Although the program focuses on issues related to history, government, politics, and policy, it is open to students in every major and can provide a strong preparation for virtually any professional calling.

The Stover program is not a major. Instead, students complete a major of their choice—from history or political science to education or nursing—and in addition take part in Stover program activities.

The Stover Scholar Program culminates with a senior internship, which provides the chance to bring together diverse ideas and apply them in a context that fits students’ individual interests and goals.

The Stover Center aspires to prepare its Scholars to make a positive difference in whatever sphere of endeavor they choose, be it law, public policy, politics, business, teaching or healthcare. In addition to enjoying exceptional educational opportunities, each Scholar has the chance to build an impressive transcript of experiences, likely to gain the attention of graduate school admissions committees and future employers.

Stover Scholars receive $5,000 each year to apply toward tuition, up to an additional $500 toward the cost of academic conferences, and up to $1,000 to defray the costs of an internship.

Each year, up to five incoming freshmen at Waynesburg University are chosen to receive Stover Scholarships in Constitutional Studies and Moral Leadership. The scholarships recognize students of academic ability who have a passionate interest in the U.S. Constitution and in applying principles from this landmark document and from Christian ethics in public life today.