Careers in Conservation Scholarship 2026-2027 Academic Year Application

Careers in Conservation Scholarship 2026-2027 Academic Year Application

Please complete all required fields and provide accurate information. Applications cannot be edited once submitted.
Personal Information

Tell us about yourself.
First Name*
Middle Name
Last Name*
Preferred Name
Pronouns*
County of Primary Residence*
Email Address*
Phone Number*
Home Address Line 1*
Home Address Line 2
City*
State*
Only NC residents are eligible
Zip Code*
Parent/Guardian Information

Provide details for at least one parent or guardian.
Parent/Guardian First Name*
Parent/Guardian Last Name*
Parent/Guardian First Name (Additional)
Parent/Guardian Last Name (Additional)
Do you have a parent/guardian working in agriculture or natural resources?*

YesNo
If yes, list the company or organization*
Applicant Status and Education

Tell us about your academic background.
Current status as applicant*
School enrollment status*
High School Name*
Class Rank*
SAT or ACT Score*
Date of Examination*

MonthDayYear
Scholarships are only available to full time students. Please choose one option below.*

I will be a full-time student Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.I will be a full-time student Fall 2026 only.I will be a full be a full-time student Spring 2027 only.I will be a part-time student during the 2026/2027 academic year.
Are you currently enrolled in college or community college?*

YesNo
Current College/Community College Name*
First choice college*
Whether enrolled or not, where do you plan to be enrolled this fall?
First choice college start date*

MonthDayYear
This is the date you plan to start college.
Second choice college*
Did you take a gap year between high school graduation and college?*

YesNo
Reason for gap year*
Extracurricular and Achievements

Share your activities, awards, and community involvement.
List school-related extra-curricular activities starting with the most current.
List all school-related awards received starting with the most current.
Described any research projects you are actively engaged with related to your (intended) major, starting with the most current.
List any community service activities you participated in starting with the most current.
Employment and Activities

List your work experience and related activities.
Employment History
Describe any farming or agribusiness-related activities you are engaged in and your level of participation.
Describe any Soil & Water Conservation District programs you or your family have participated in.
Academic and Career Goals

Share your academic plans and financial information.
Degree pursuing*
What are your career aspirations?*
List any other scholarships and amounts you will receive in the 2026/2027 school year.
Estimated total cost of your education in Dollars*
Amount in dollars. Include all costs such as tuition, housing, meal plan, books, etc.
What are the total financial resources available to you, including family resources, to pay for your education?*
Describe and provide amount(s)
What remaining financial support is needed to fund your 2026/2027 academic year?*
Amount in dollars
Transcripts

Official transcripts are required, must be current, and reflect all courses completed by the date of application.
Requirements:

CURRENT HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS:

An official high school transcript is required. No unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

DUAL ENROLLED HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS:

An official transcript from your high school is acceptable if it also shows the college-level courses completed. If it does not, please submit a transcript from your high school and your college.

CURRENT COLLEGE STUDENTS:

An official college transcript is required No unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS CAN BE SENT BY EMAIL OR REGULAR MAIL.
NO UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

________________
Will you be submitting an official transcript?*

YesNo
To ensure we receive all transcripts, please provide the following information for each transcript submitted. Add more rows as needed.*
Letters of Recommendation (optional)

Up to three letters of recommendation are allowed. Please do not submit more than three.
A supporting letter from your Soil and Water Conservation District staff or Board is encouraged.

Letters should be submitted from the letter writer directly to the Foundation's Executive Director, Amanda Sand.

Email: scholarship@ncsoilwater.org

Paper Mail: 1401 Sunset Drive, Suite 202, Greensboro, NC 27408

We highly encourage at least one Letter of Recommendation be included as part of the application.

_____________________
Will you be submitting Letters of Recommendation?*

YesNo
Please provide the following information for each Letter of Recommendation being submitted. Add more rows (up to 3) as needed.*
Additional Information (optional and confidential)

Share any other details you wish the committee to consider.
List any financial hardships (if any) that you or your family is dealing with that you feel is important for the Scholarship Committee to know. Any responses will not be shared outside of the committee review process.
Is there any other information you would like to share with the Scholarship Committee?
Once you submit this form, you will receive an email from Jotform containing a copy of your application.

Applications submitted are final and cannot be edited.
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Careers in Conservation Scholarship 2026-2027 Academic Year Application

Personal Information

Parent/Guardian Information

Applicant Status and Education

Extracurricular and Achievements

Employment and Activities

Academic and Career Goals

Transcripts

Requirements:

Letters of Recommendation (optional)

Additional Information (optional and confidential)