About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
The Rockefeller State Wildlife Scholarship provides up to $12,000 for students pursuing degrees in forestry, wildlife, or marine science at Louisiana public colleges and universities. The Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance administers the program, which aims to build a pipeline of professionals for natural resource conservation and environmental management careers. It is a competitive, state-funded award that recognizes students committed to these fields. The scholarship supports both undergraduate and graduate students. Undergraduates need at least 60 completed credit hours and a 2.50 cumulative GPA. Graduate students need a 3.00 GPA in their graduate coursework. Recipients must be Louisiana residents for at least one year before the award period and enrolled full-time at an eligible public institution in the state. The Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance is the state agency responsible for administering financial aid programs, including scholarships, grants, and student loan programs. It operates under the Louisiana Board of Regents and works to make higher education accessible to state residents. The office manages several merit-based and need-based aid programs, with the Rockefeller State Wildlife Scholarship being one of its specialized awards for conservation-focused students. Louisiana offers a distinctive living and studying environment. The state has a lower cost of living compared to many other US states, which stretches scholarship and personal funds further. The climate is moderate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. International students will need a student visa, which permits part-time on-campus work. The state's public universities host diverse student bodies and provide support services for international students. Beyond academics, Louisiana is known for its outdoor recreation, including hiking, fishing, and birdwatching, as well as its music scene, Creole cuisine, and Mardi Gras traditions. The cultural mix of French, Spanish, and African influences creates an experience unlike anywhere else in the country.
Benefits
- Scholarship funding of up to $12,000
- Financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate education
- Support for students pursuing careers in conservation and environmental sciences
- Opportunity to study at eligible Louisiana public colleges and universities
- Recognition through a competitive state-funded scholarship program
Eligibility
- Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or eligible non-citizen
- Be a Louisiana resident for at least one year before the scholarship award period
- Be registered with the Selective Service if required
- Be enrolled full-time at a Louisiana public college or university
- Be majoring in Forestry, Wildlife Science, or Marine Science
- Intend to earn a degree in one of the approved fields
- Undergraduate applicants must have completed at least 60 college credit hours
- Undergraduate applicants must have a minimum cumulative 2.50 GPA
- Graduate applicants must have a minimum cumulative 3.00 GPA in graduate coursework
Required Documents
- Transcripts
- Proof of residency
- Proof of registration with the Selective Service (if required)
How to Apply
- Review the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all the requirements.
- Gather all the necessary documents, including transcripts, proof of residency, and proof of registration with the Selective Service (if required).
- Click the Apply button below to submit your application.
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