John Mabry Forestry Scholarship
$5,000
Introduction
The Railway Tie Association (RTA), through a generous gift from an anonymous RTA supporter, is offering two $5,000 undergraduate scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year in honor of John Mabry and Paul Webster — two individuals who helped shape the Association.
Purpose
RTA, a railroad supply organization committed to improving railroad-related products, supports these awards as part of its effort to develop the next generation of industry professionals. Addressing future challenges in the railroad sector will require not only superior products but also the technical skill, initiative, and vision of emerging leaders. These scholarships are intended to help qualified...
Introduction
The Railway Tie Association (RTA), through a generous gift from an anonymous RTA supporter, is offering two $5,000 undergraduate scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year in honor of John Mabry and Paul Webster — two individuals who helped shape the Association.
Purpose
RTA, a railroad supply organization committed to improving railroad-related products, supports these awards as part of its effort to develop the next generation of industry professionals. Addressing future challenges in the railroad sector will require not only superior products but also the technical skill, initiative, and vision of emerging leaders. These scholarships are intended to help qualified...
John Wright Memorial Scholarship
$5,000
Introduction
The John Wright Memorial Scholarship provides a single student award each year. Established at the TREE Fund by Wright Tree Service to honor the memory of company founder John L. Wright and his son John R. Wright, the scholarship is intended to help students pursuing careers in commercial arboriculture manage college costs and avoid excessive debt. (For more about Wright Tree Service and the Wright family, see the company’s website.)
Who may apply
To be eligible applicants must meet all of the following conditions:
- Be a high school senior about to begin college or community college, or a...
Introduction
The John Wright Memorial Scholarship provides a single student award each year. Established at the TREE Fund by Wright Tree Service to honor the memory of company founder John L. Wright and his son John R. Wright, the scholarship is intended to help students pursuing careers in commercial arboriculture manage college costs and avoid excessive debt. (For more about Wright Tree Service and the Wright family, see the company’s website.)
Who may apply
To be eligible applicants must meet all of the following conditions:
- Be a high school senior about to begin college or community college, or a...
Robert Felix Memorial Scholarship Program
$5,000
Introduction
The Robert Felix Memorial Scholarship is the TREE Fund’s longest-standing endowed award, created in the original 2002 Declaration of Trust that formed the TREE Fund as a charitable grant-maker. It honors Bob Felix, whose more than 30 years of service to the green industry included leadership roles with the National Arborist Association (now the Tree Care Industry Association). Bob served on the NAA Board of Directors, was elected president in 1972, and subsequently spent 23 years as the association’s executive vice president. This scholarship supports students enrolled in undergraduate or technical college programs who are preparing for professional careers...
Introduction
The Robert Felix Memorial Scholarship is the TREE Fund’s longest-standing endowed award, created in the original 2002 Declaration of Trust that formed the TREE Fund as a charitable grant-maker. It honors Bob Felix, whose more than 30 years of service to the green industry included leadership roles with the National Arborist Association (now the Tree Care Industry Association). Bob served on the NAA Board of Directors, was elected president in 1972, and subsequently spent 23 years as the association’s executive vice president. This scholarship supports students enrolled in undergraduate or technical college programs who are preparing for professional careers...
Fran Ward Women in Arboriculture Scholarship
$5,000
Overview
The Fran Ward Women in Arboriculture Scholarship was created by the Penn-Del Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture to support college and university students and encourage women to pursue careers and training in professional arboriculture, urban forestry, and related green industries. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited postsecondary program where their major, minor, option, or course of study is directly related to arboriculture, urban forestry, horticulture, forestry, or a closely related field.
Award details
- Amount: $5,000 per recipient.
- Renewal: The award is not renewable, but applicants may reapply in subsequent years.
- Use of funds:...
Overview
The Fran Ward Women in Arboriculture Scholarship was created by the Penn-Del Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture to support college and university students and encourage women to pursue careers and training in professional arboriculture, urban forestry, and related green industries. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited postsecondary program where their major, minor, option, or course of study is directly related to arboriculture, urban forestry, horticulture, forestry, or a closely related field.
Award details
- Amount: $5,000 per recipient.
- Renewal: The award is not renewable, but applicants may reapply in subsequent years.
- Use of funds:...
AIME Henry DeWitt Smith Scholarship
$2,000
Purpose
The scholarship supports advancement of the mineral industries by providing educational assistance in the arts and sciences related to those fields. Its principal aim is to help deserving graduate students in mining, metallurgical, and petroleum-related programs at colleges and universities that grant degrees in mineral engineering.
Award details
- Two scholarships of approximately $2,000 each are awarded annually (final amounts depend on fund performance).
- An additional $500 travel reimbursement is available to each recipient to enable them to personally accept the award at the TMS Annual Meeting and Exhibition. Recipients must attend the conference to receive this travel...
Purpose
The scholarship supports advancement of the mineral industries by providing educational assistance in the arts and sciences related to those fields. Its principal aim is to help deserving graduate students in mining, metallurgical, and petroleum-related programs at colleges and universities that grant degrees in mineral engineering.
Award details
- Two scholarships of approximately $2,000 each are awarded annually (final amounts depend on fund performance).
- An additional $500 travel reimbursement is available to each recipient to enable them to personally accept the award at the TMS Annual Meeting and Exhibition. Recipients must attend the conference to receive this travel...
NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program
$20,000
A need-based college scholarship for undergraduates pursuing careers in biomedical, behavioral, or social science research.
Program overview
The NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP) provides financial support to undergraduate students who demonstrate both financial need and a commitment to careers in biomedical, behavioral, or social science research. Recipients may receive up to $20,000 per academic year to help cover tuition, educational costs, and reasonable living expenses. Awards are made for one academic year and can be renewed for up to four years.
In return for each year of scholarship assistance, scholars agree to two paid service commitments within the NIH Intramural...
A need-based college scholarship for undergraduates pursuing careers in biomedical, behavioral, or social science research.
Program overview
The NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP) provides financial support to undergraduate students who demonstrate both financial need and a commitment to careers in biomedical, behavioral, or social science research. Recipients may receive up to $20,000 per academic year to help cover tuition, educational costs, and reasonable living expenses. Awards are made for one academic year and can be renewed for up to four years.
In return for each year of scholarship assistance, scholars agree to two paid service commitments within the NIH Intramural...
NPCA Foundation Scholarships
$20,000
Overview
For more than 30 years the NPCA Foundation has awarded scholarships to students pursuing studies in civil engineering, architecture, and construction-related programs. These awards support education and career development for individuals preparing to work in the precast concrete sector.
Careers Supported
Careers connected to precast concrete span roles in manufacturing plants, architectural and engineering firms, the specifying community, and the broader construction industry.
Scholarships Available
- Undergraduate Scholarship: Available to high school seniors and current college students who intend to pursue a career related to the precast concrete industry.
- Daneen S. Barbour Graduate Scholarship: Supports post-graduate study for...
Overview
For more than 30 years the NPCA Foundation has awarded scholarships to students pursuing studies in civil engineering, architecture, and construction-related programs. These awards support education and career development for individuals preparing to work in the precast concrete sector.
Careers Supported
Careers connected to precast concrete span roles in manufacturing plants, architectural and engineering firms, the specifying community, and the broader construction industry.
Scholarships Available
- Undergraduate Scholarship: Available to high school seniors and current college students who intend to pursue a career related to the precast concrete industry.
- Daneen S. Barbour Graduate Scholarship: Supports post-graduate study for...
Daneen S. Barbour Graduate Scholarship
$20,000
Intro
Careers connected to precast concrete span a variety of settings, including manufacturing plants, architectural practices, the specifying community, engineering firms and the broader construction sector. To support students pursuing these career paths, scholarship opportunities are available at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Undergraduate Scholarship
An undergraduate scholarship is offered to high school seniors and current college students who plan to pursue careers related to the precast concrete industry.
Daneen S. Barbour Graduate Scholarship
The Daneen S. Barbour Graduate Scholarship supports post‑graduate study for individuals preparing for careers associated with the precast concrete field. It is intended for those...
Intro
Careers connected to precast concrete span a variety of settings, including manufacturing plants, architectural practices, the specifying community, engineering firms and the broader construction sector. To support students pursuing these career paths, scholarship opportunities are available at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Undergraduate Scholarship
An undergraduate scholarship is offered to high school seniors and current college students who plan to pursue careers related to the precast concrete industry.
Daneen S. Barbour Graduate Scholarship
The Daneen S. Barbour Graduate Scholarship supports post‑graduate study for individuals preparing for careers associated with the precast concrete field. It is intended for those...
Oregon Nurseries Foundation Scholarship Program
$3,000
Introduction
The Oregon Nurseries Foundation (ONF) provides scholarships to students preparing for careers in ornamental horticulture and related fields. There are 21 distinct awards, each underwritten by individual donors and OAN chapters, with amounts ranging from $1,000 to $3,000. Applicants may receive more than one scholarship, and previous recipients are welcome to apply again.
General eligibility notes
- Most scholarships require enrollment in or acceptance to a two- or four-year college program in horticulture or a closely related discipline. Specific degree level, school, or local ties vary by award and are noted below.
- Many awards give preference to applicants...
Introduction
The Oregon Nurseries Foundation (ONF) provides scholarships to students preparing for careers in ornamental horticulture and related fields. There are 21 distinct awards, each underwritten by individual donors and OAN chapters, with amounts ranging from $1,000 to $3,000. Applicants may receive more than one scholarship, and previous recipients are welcome to apply again.
General eligibility notes
- Most scholarships require enrollment in or acceptance to a two- or four-year college program in horticulture or a closely related discipline. Specific degree level, school, or local ties vary by award and are noted below.
- Many awards give preference to applicants...
Bob Stevens Memorial Scholarship
$2,000
Introduction
The Bob Stevens Memorial Scholarship recognizes an exceptional high school journalism student who has shown strong commitment to their school newspaper or yearbook, even if they do not plan to major in journalism in college. The award, co-sponsored by the New Jersey Newspaper Foundation, provides $2,000 to be applied toward college expenses.
About Bob Stevens
Bob Stevens was a long-serving teacher and the adviser of the Highland Fling at Highland Park High School. He was a founding member of the GSSPA and served as the organization’s first president. Following his passing, the GSSPA established this scholarship to honor his...
Introduction
The Bob Stevens Memorial Scholarship recognizes an exceptional high school journalism student who has shown strong commitment to their school newspaper or yearbook, even if they do not plan to major in journalism in college. The award, co-sponsored by the New Jersey Newspaper Foundation, provides $2,000 to be applied toward college expenses.
About Bob Stevens
Bob Stevens was a long-serving teacher and the adviser of the Highland Fling at Highland Park High School. He was a founding member of the GSSPA and served as the organization’s first president. Following his passing, the GSSPA established this scholarship to honor his...
Nebraska Academy of Sciences High School Scholarships
$1,000
The Nebraska Academy of Sciences offers four annual scholarships for high school seniors. The total disbursed each year is $2,250; in even-numbered years the Marian O. and Bertrand Schultz award is given, while in odd-numbered years the Marian Schultz Memorial Environmental Scholarship is awarded (the other three scholarships are offered every year).
Eligibility and general requirements (apply unless a scholarship specifies otherwise)
- Open to high school seniors as noted in each award description
- Two recommendations from teachers and/or school administrators
- Official high school transcript
- Proof of college acceptance as specified for each award
- Where requested,...
The Nebraska Academy of Sciences offers four annual scholarships for high school seniors. The total disbursed each year is $2,250; in even-numbered years the Marian O. and Bertrand Schultz award is given, while in odd-numbered years the Marian Schultz Memorial Environmental Scholarship is awarded (the other three scholarships are offered every year).
Eligibility and general requirements (apply unless a scholarship specifies otherwise)
- Open to high school seniors as noted in each award description
- Two recommendations from teachers and/or school administrators
- Official high school transcript
- Proof of college acceptance as specified for each award
- Where requested,...
CBAI Foundation Scholarships
$4,000
Overview
The CBAI Foundation for Community Banking awards a total of $21,000 in scholarships to outstanding high‑school seniors across Illinois through an essay contest. Each of CBAI’s geographic groups may forward one semi‑finalist. The Foundation is structured to distribute $1,000 scholarships to students in 11 of the 12 CBAI groups and to grant $500 awards to second‑place finishers in each group, ensuring winners are spread across the state. One statewide recipient will receive $1,000 per year for up to four years of postsecondary study, and the winning student’s high school will receive a $500 award. This program increases the likelihood...
Overview
The CBAI Foundation for Community Banking awards a total of $21,000 in scholarships to outstanding high‑school seniors across Illinois through an essay contest. Each of CBAI’s geographic groups may forward one semi‑finalist. The Foundation is structured to distribute $1,000 scholarships to students in 11 of the 12 CBAI groups and to grant $500 awards to second‑place finishers in each group, ensuring winners are spread across the state. One statewide recipient will receive $1,000 per year for up to four years of postsecondary study, and the winning student’s high school will receive a $500 award. This program increases the likelihood...
