Scholarship Opportunity

Truman D. Picard Scholarship

Offered by Intertribal Timber Council

The Truman D. Picard Scholarship supports Native American and Alaska Native students pursuing higher education in natural resources, forestry, and fire-related fields. Preference is given to students whose degree or area of study directly involves forest-resource management or fire.

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RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Graduate Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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2026 Truman D. Picard Scholarship

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineMarch 20, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be Native American or Alaska Native.
  • Pursue education in Natural Resources, Forestry, Fire, or another qualifying natural-resource field.
  • Graduating high school seniors entering qualifying programs may apply.
  • College students must generally enroll full time in at least 12 credits.
  • Graduate students must generally enroll in at least 6 credits.
  • Preference is given to students whose studies directly involve Forest Resources management or Fire.

Requirements

  • Complete the Truman D. Picard Scholarship application.
  • Provide academic information and transcripts.
  • Provide documentation of Native American or Alaska Native eligibility.
  • Complete required written responses or essays.
  • Submit all supporting materials required for the annual application cycle.

How to Apply

  1. 1Confirm that your program falls within Natural Resources, Forestry, or Fire.
  2. 2Review the current annual scholarship announcement.
  3. 3Complete the scholarship application.
  4. 4Gather Tribal or Native eligibility documentation.
  5. 5Obtain academic transcripts.
  6. 6Prepare the required written materials.
  7. 7Submit the complete application before the annual deadline.

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