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Lewis C. Mainzer Creativity Award

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The Lewis C. Mainzer Creativity Award offers a $1,000 scholarship for college juniors or seniors at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, particularly those in the Individual Concentration Program (BDIC). It rewards students who demonstrate exceptional critical thinking in the humanities or political science.

Apr 15, 2026

10 days left

$1,000

Award amount

6

Requirements

Quick decision

AI insights

Best for

  • College juniors or seniors
  • Students in the Individual Concentration Program (BDIC)
  • Those with strong critical thinking skills in humanities or political science

Key highlights

  • $1,000 award amount
  • Deadline: April 15, 2026
  • Eligibility: UMass Amherst students only

Why apply

  • Financial support for education costs
  • Recognition for exceptional academic achievement
  • Opportunity to enhance your academic profile

Important checks

  • Verify your eligibility based on residency and enrollment
  • Check if your degree aligns with the Individual Concentration Program (BDIC)

Who can apply

  • Resident of the U.S.
  • Attending the University of Massachusetts Amherst
  • College junior or senior
  • Seeking a bachelor's degree with Individual Concentration Program (BDIC)
  • Proven academic achievement

Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

Quick facts

Status

open

Eligible institutions

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Payout method

Paid directly to the student

Next steps

AI guidance

A short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.

  1. Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
  2. Skim the official instructions for any uploads or essays.
  3. Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
  4. Apply through the official site linked above.

Application tips

AI guidance

Listing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.

  • Prepare to demonstrate your critical thinking skills
  • Submit your application before the deadline

Key requirements (6)

Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

  • Resident of the U.S.
  • Attending the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
  • College junior or senior.
  • Seeking a bachelor's degree with Individual Concentration Program (BDIC).
  • Proven academic achievement.
  • Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate exceptional critical thinking in the humanities or political science.

Applying

Apply for the Lewis C. Mainzer Creativity Award by April 15, 2026, through the provided link.

Award & payment

Amount: $1,000

Payout: Paid directly to the student

About the provider

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Overview

This scholarship supports UMass Amherst students in the Individual Concentration Program, rewarding academic excellence and critical thinking.

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Sponsor & application

Information last verified Apr 1, 2026.

Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.