The scholarship program is intended to encourage qualified students to increase their interest in conservation, to obtain technical competence in some area of conservation, and to pursue a career in this area of endeavor.

 

The Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS) is the premier international organization for professionals who practice and advance the science and art of natural resource conservation. We believe sustainable land and water management is essential to the continued security of the earth and its people. Our goal is to cultivate an organization of informed, dynamic individuals whose contributions create a bright future for agriculture, the environment, and society. 

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SCHOLARSHIP

One scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded. Recognition of scholarship recipient and presentation of award will be made at the annual meeting of the Chapter held in November. The 2026 meeting will take place on November 12 in Morocco, IN. Register to attend that meeting and optional tour of the Kankakee Sands Nature Preserve here.

 

SELECTION

A scholarship selection committee, composed of members of the Hoosier Chapter Soil and Water Conservation Society, will make the selection of winners based on financial need, scholastic achievement, career objectives, and demonstrated leadership in student activities. No Hoosier Chapter member may serve on the scholarship selection committee if related to any scholarship applicant.

 

ELIGIBILITY

An applicant for the scholarship must (a) have successfully completed at least one years of study in an Indiana accredited college by August 2026, (b) have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (on 4.0 scale), (c) be an undergraduate or graduate enrolled in an agricultural or natural resource conservation related curriculum, and (d) be working toward their first B.S./M.S. degree.

 

Scholarship applicants will be enrolled in such major courses of study as agronomy, biology, engineering, soil science, wildlife management, forestry, geography, and environmental management. Other courses of study related to conservation may also qualify. Previous recipients are not eligible for a second Hoosier Chapter scholarship.

 

DEADLINE

If you have accessibility concerns, please email the chapter at hoosierchapterswcs@gmail.com for accommodation. All application materials must be submitted by October 30, 2026.

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APPLY

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