The NALP Foundation provides scholarships to students pursuing landscape contracting or horticulture programs at post-secondary schools. The scholarships support students who demonstrate academic achievement, career goals, leadership, community involvement and professional development in the landscape and horticulture fields.
Scholarship Details
- Scholarships range from $1,000 to $5,000
- Scholarship recipients are recognized annually at the National Collegiate Landscape Competition
- Attendance at the National Collegiate Landscape Competition is not required for scholarship recipients
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be enrolled in a two- or four-year post-secondary landscape or horticulture program
- Must have an interest in pursuing a career related to landscape contracting or horticulture
- Must have clear goals and career objectives
Application Process
- Prepare two letters of recommendation
- Obtain an up-to-date academic transcript
- Prepare a recent photo to include with the application
- Describe your educational goals, career objectives, passions and professional aspirations
- Highlight participation in the National Collegiate Landscape Competition and other professional conferences, events, or competitions, along with achievements and skills gained
- Describe school activities, clubs, organizations, community service, workshops and seminars in which you have participated
- List leadership roles, initiatives, projects and mentorship experiences
- Include your work experience, including internships, job responsibilities, tasks performed and skills developed
- Review the completed application and submit it with all required materials
The NALP Foundation scholarship can help students advance their education and prepare for careers in the landscape contracting and horticulture industries.If you meet the eligibility requirements, consider applying and taking the opportunity to support your educational and career goals.