Herbert Roback Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by National Academy of Public Administration

Introduction
Herbert Roback, who served the public with distinction for 34 years, was devoted to encouraging talented students to pursue long-term careers in public service. In his memory, family and friends created the Herbert Roback Scholarship Fund to continue his legacy.

Award overview
Each year the National Academy of Public Administration (a non-profit, nonpartisan organization of which Mr. Roback was a distinguished Fellow) administers a scholarship from this fund. One graduate student receives an award of up to $7,500. Eligible recipients must be enrolled in, or have been admitted to, a full-time, accredited master’s program in one of the following fields: public administration; public and international affairs; public policy; or political science.

Recognition
The scholarship winner is invited to the Academy’s annual meeting each November, where the recipient is publicly acknowledged before the Fellows and honored guests.

Who may be nominated
Students who are studying in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area or who attend one of the following institutions are eligible for nomination: the Maxwell School at Syracuse University; Brandeis University; the Woodrow Wilson School at Princeton; John Jay College of CUNY; SUNY Albany, Binghamton, or Brockport; or New York University. Nominees must meet the enrollment and discipline requirements listed above.

How nominations are submitted
Nominations must be forwarded to the Scholarship Committee by the student’s school—self-nominations are not permitted. The nominating institution should provide the following materials on the student’s behalf:
- Undergraduate and graduate transcripts
- A biographical resume or curriculum vitae
- A 500-word statement outlining the student’s professional interests
- Two letters of recommendation from faculty members
- A cover letter from the Dean, school, or department (strongly encouraged)

Selection process
A Scholarship Committee composed of Academy Fellows and other experts familiar with graduate education and the needs of public service evaluates the submissions. The Committee considers multiple factors but gives priority to applicants who demonstrate the strongest promise for a distinguished career in public administration.