Scholarship Opportunity

Minority Natural Resource Scholarship

Offered by Conservation Foundation of Missouri Charitable Trust

The Minority Natural Resource Scholarship provides financial assistance to students from underrepresented backgrounds who are interested in careers in natural-resource management, particularly fisheries, wildlife, forestry, parks and recreation, and soil or water conservation.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelCollege Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Graduate Student

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
DeadlineJanuary 31, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be an eligible minority student interested in a career in natural-resource management.
  • Priority natural-resource fields include fisheries, wildlife, forestry, parks and recreation, and soil or water conservation.
  • Meet all requirements published in the current scholarship application.

Requirements

  • Complete the Minority Natural Resource Scholarship application.
  • Submit all required academic and supporting materials.
  • Submit required recommendation materials.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the current scholarship application.
  2. 2Describe the applicant's natural-resource career interests.
  3. 3Submit all required materials by January 31.