Scholarship, Grants, & Opportunities 

Eligible applicants for the UPEC Community Conservation Grants must be conservation-focused organizations with 501(c)(3) status, planning projects within Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (UP). The program supports local initiatives that promote environmental stewardship, such as land acquisition, habitat restoration, and educational outreach. Grants range from $1,500 to $10,000 and must engage diverse community stakeholders to ensure lasting conservation impact.
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Eligible applicants for this scholarship include qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, state or municipal entities, and public schools. Toyota prioritizes programs with sustainable impact that serve under-resourced communities and align with its inclusive mobility mission.
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To qualify for the NDSEG Fellowship, applicants must be U.S. citizens, dual citizens, or nationals (excluding permanent residents), and have completed a bachelor’s degree prior to starting the fellowship. They must be in the first two years of a graduate STEM program at an accredited U.S. institution, with at least three years remaining in their degree. Eligible candidates must pursue research aligned with Department of Defense interests and submit a complete application, including a personal statement, research proposal, transcripts, and three anonymized references.
Age:graduate student

The SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program, funded by the U.S. Department of Defense, offers full tuition, stipends, mentorship, and internships to students pursuing STEM degrees at the bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral level—including eligible high school seniors entering college. Applicants must plan to study a DoD-approved technical discipline such as engineering, computer science, physics, or mathematics, and commit to a civilian career with the DoD after graduation. Non-technical majors are not supported.
Age: high school students and college students

The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship supports students committed to addressing environmental challenges through public service and leadership. It is open to undergraduates pursuing careers in environmental fields, as well as Native American and Alaska Native students focused on tribal policy or health care. Applicants should demonstrate integrity, civility, and a dedication to making a positive impact.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents who are college seniors, first-year graduate students, or in a gap year preparing for graduate school. They must plan to pursue a PhD in applied physical or biological sciences, mathematics, or engineering. Their studies should focus on solving pressing societal challenges.
Age: undergraduate seniors, and graduate freshmen

To apply for a Wayfinder Society Student Mini-Grant, applicants must have a Wayfinder Society account, and complete two required actions related to "The Story of Plastic." They must also show a commitment to ending plastic pollution in their community. The grant is open globally and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds.
Age:11-25

To be eligible for the Hollings Scholarship, applicants must be U.S. citizens enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university in the U.S. or its territories, either as second-year students in a four-year program, third-year students in a five-year program, or community college/transfer students applying to a four-year institution. They must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and declare a major in a NOAA-supported field such as environmental science, engineering, computer science, or related disciplines. Proof of enrollment and academic standing is required throughout the application and award period.
Age:college student

Undergraduates pursuing a degree for environmental advocacy or climate science are eligible to apply.
Age: undergraduate student

Applicants must be U.S. high school seniors, graduates, or current undergraduates planning full-time enrollment at an accredited four-year college for the 2025–26 academic year. They must pursue a STEM-related degree and hold a minimum GPA of 3.5.
Age:high school student and college student