Scholarship Opportunity

City of Salem + Waste Management “For a More Sustainable Tomorrow” Scholarship

Offered by City of Salem and Waste Management

The City of Salem, in partnership with Waste Management, offers the annual “For a More Sustainable Tomorrow” Scholarship to Salem residents pursuing undergraduate or graduate-level education. The program encourages students to explore practical solutions to environmental and sustainability challenges affecting the Salem community.

EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelCollege Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Graduate Student, Adult Learner

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2026 Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineJune 1, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a resident of Salem, Massachusetts.
  • Be pursuing undergraduate or graduate-level studies.
  • Meet all additional eligibility requirements established for the current scholarship cycle.
  • Students pursuing fields that promote environmental sustainability may receive preference.

Requirements

  • Complete the City of Salem and Waste Management scholarship application.
  • Submit the required sustainability-focused essay.
  • Provide information about the applicant's degree program and college or university.
  • Submit all required materials by the published deadline.

How to Apply

  1. 1Confirm that you are a Salem resident pursuing undergraduate or graduate-level education.
  2. 2Review the current City of Salem and Waste Management scholarship application.
  3. 3Complete all requested applicant and educational information.
  4. 4Write the required essay addressing the sustainability topic provided for the current scholarship cycle.
  5. 5Submit the completed application according to the City's current instructions.
  6. 6For the 2026 cycle, applications were due June 1, 2026.

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