The IWEA Environmental Career Scholarship is designed to support high school students in Illinois who have a passion for science and the environment. This scholarship awards $500 to college-bound seniors, and recipients will be acknowledged at our Annual Conference. Additionally, we offer a reimbursement grant of up to $250 to the recommending teacher.
Scholarship Details
- $500 scholarship for college-bound seniors.
- Recipients will be recognized at the Annual Conference.
- Reimbursement grant of up to $250 available for the recommending teacher.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an Illinois resident attending an Illinois high school.
- Applicants should be college-bound seniors with enrollment documentation.
- Maintain a minimum high school GPA of 2.5.
- Submission of a complete application packet to the Scholarship Committee is required.
Application Process
- Ensure eligibility based on residency, school attendance, and GPA.
- Use the online application form, attaching an essay/personal statement, a reference letter, and transcripts in PDF format.
- Official transcripts are not mandatory.
- Review the detailed application instructions before submission.
We encourage all applicants to use our online application form, which requires attaching an essay/personal statement, a reference letter, and transcripts in PDF format. Official transcripts are not required. Please review the detailed instructions before completing the online application.