December 2025
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Gilder Lehrman Military History Prize Submission Deadline
Last day for books to be nominated.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
George Washington Prize Submission Deadline
Last day for books to be nominated.
January 2026
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Apply Early Decision II or Regular Decision to Gettysburg College
Students are eligible for the Gettysburg College–Gilder Lehrman Institute History Scholarship.
February 2026
Sunday, February 15, 2025 at 11:59 pm ET
Eduham Online Lottery
Submit your best creative piece for the chance to see Hamilton in New York City!
Monday, February 16, 2026
Apply Early Decision II or Regular Decision to Marist
History majors can apply for the Marist University–Long Reach Society Scholarship.
Monday, February 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PT
Deadline: Queen Sofía Spanish Institute Quizstory Podcast Award
Louisiana and Massachusetts students demonstrating historical learning and creative thinking can win a 10-day trip through Spain.
March 2026
Friday, March 13, 2026 at 10:00 pm ET
Citizenship Challenge
Enter this contest by imagining a new question for the US naturalization examination.
Monday, November 3, 2025
Gilder Lehrman Lincoln Prize Submission Deadline
Last day for books to be nominated.
Monday, November 10, 2025 at 11:59 pm ET
Scholarly Fellowship Applications
Deadline for scholars of American history to apply for a $3000 research fellowship.