Scholarships for students pursuing environmental science majors

I'm considering a major in environmental science and curious about any scholarships available specifically for this area of study. Are there any opportunities you all would recommend to help with funding my education in this field?

Definitely! There are a variety of scholarships specifically targeted towards students interested in environmental science. Be sure to check deadlines and individual eligibility requirements, but here are a few suggestions to get you started:

1. The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is in honor of Morris K. Udall, an Arizona congressman who had a key role in creating laws relating to the environment and American Indian policy. Up to $7,000 is awarded to about 60 students interested in environmental related issues or American Indian policy.

2. The American Geophysical Union's David S. Miller Young Scientist Scholarship: This organization gives out a scholarship aimed at supporting students who are pursuing a career in geo-science, including the study of environmental science.

3. Garden Club of America Scholarships: They offer several scholarships for environmental studies including the GCA Awards for Summer Environmental Studies and GCA Scholarship in Field Botany. Amounts vary depending on the award.

4. Switzer Environmental Fellowships: These are for graduate students in New England and California, offering up to $17,000 in educational support.

5. Brower Youth Awards: Six $3,000 scholarships are given out each year to young environmental activists aged 13-22 for their achievements in environmental advocacy.

Remember that you can find scholarships not just based on your major, but also based on your interests, background, and extracurricular involvements. Local civic organizations, businesses, or government organizations may have scholarships related to environmental sustainability efforts as well. Work those local and smaller scholarships too, as they often have less competition. Searching for scholarships can be time-consuming, but the effort may pay substantial dividends in reducing your college costs!