Scholarship Opportunity

Robert E. Dickenson Scholarship Program

Offered by University of Nevada, Reno Graduate School

A $3,000–$10,000 UNR graduate scholarship for U.S. citizens with financial need, prioritizing agriculture, environmental science, rangeland, hydrogeology, and fields supporting responsible land and livestock management.

Minimum GPA3.0+
EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelGraduate Student, Doctoral Student

AI Use Policy

No AI policy is stated

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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

Fall 2026 Nomination Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineAugust 12, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be an incoming or continuing UNR master's or doctoral student.
  • Be a U.S. citizen.
  • Demonstrate financial need.
  • Be in an eligible or related graduate field, with priority given to agriculture and land, livestock, forest, rangeland, water, and related management disciplines.
  • Continuing students must have at least a 3.0 UNR GPA.
  • Meet the applicable graduate enrollment requirement.

Requirements

  • Complete the annual general scholarship application in MyNEVADA.
  • Complete the FAFSA.
  • Work through the graduate program director because the award uses program nomination.
  • Provide the information requested for the current nomination cycle.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the MyNEVADA scholarship application during its annual window.
  2. 2Submit the FAFSA and verify financial need.
  3. 3Tell the graduate program director you wish to be considered.
  4. 4Ensure the program submits its nomination by the published deadline.