Awards and Scholarships Application Process

Applications for Political Science Awards 2025-2026

Applications are now OPEN for 2025-2026.

Over the summer months, the Scholarship and Awards Office at Carleton University will select recipients for the Political Science Departmental Awards. A list of the available awards and their values is below. Undergraduate students in Political Science or Global Politics who meet the eligibility requirements of the award are invited to apply for the 2025-26 academic year.

If you are interested in nominating someone, or self-nominating, please follow the links below and email the completed forms to PSCI.Advising@carleton.ca by June 10, 2026 11:59pm

 Garret Elsey Memorial Award in Political Science

Value $4,000. Awarded annually on the recommendation of the Chair of the Department of Political Science to an undergraduate student enrolled in the Department of Political Science or the Department of History in their graduating year at Carleton University who, in addition to maintaining the academic levels of the degree program, have been active participants in extracurricular activities at the University. Endowed in 2013 in memory of Garrett Elsey BAHons/2012 by his family and many friends to celebrate his love of learning, generosity, adventurous spirit, active involvement in Carleton campus life and being a proud Canadian.

Sumita Dixit Scholarship for Diverse Voices

Value $1,000. Awarded annually on the recommendation of the Chair of the Department of Political Science to an outstanding undergraduate student who identifies as a woman and is Indigenous, Black or a member of another racialized group. Eligible recipients will be entering or continuing in a Bachelors degree in Political Science with a scholarly specialization in International Relations and/or Comparative Politics. Application is required. Established in 2024 by the Dixit family, in memory of Sumita Dixit BJ/1998, a Canadian diplomat who advocated for the inclusion of women’s voices in humanitarian and diplomatic arenas.

The Honorable Walter Baker Memorial Scholarship in Political Science

Value: 7 awards of $1,700 each. Awarded annually on the recommendation of the Chair of the Department of Political Science to one or more students finishing the Third year of an Honours program. The selection will be made on the basis of high academic standing, with consideration given to demonstrated political leadership or involvement in politics. This scholarship is given in memory of The Honorable Walter Baker, PC, QC, MP, BA, a distinguished graduate of Carleton University. Endowed in 1984 by the friends of the Honorable Walter Baker.