Louisiana Forestry Foundation Scholarship

Name: Louisiana Forestry Foundation Scholarship

Award Amount: Varies (typically several hundred to a few thousand dollars)

Information and Eligibility:
The Louisiana Forestry Foundation Scholarship supports students who are preparing for careers in forestry, natural resources, wood science, environmental management, or related fields that strengthen Louisiana’s forest-based economy. The program reflects the Foundation’s long-standing mission to invest in future professionals who will contribute to sustainable forest management, timber production, wildlife conservation and rural economic development. Scholarships are awarded annually to students attending accredited colleges or universities and pursuing degree programs aligned with forestry and natural-resource industries.
Eligibility criteria include:

• Academic Level: Applicants must be enrolled or accepted into a two- or four-year college or university program, typically majoring in forestry, natural resources, environmental science, wildlife management, wood technology, or closely related fields.
• Residency/Industry Connection: Preference is generally given to Louisiana residents or students with a strong interest in contributing to Louisiana’s forestry and timber sectors.
• Career Interest: Applicants should demonstrate a clear commitment to forestry or natural-resource management through coursework, field experience, extracurricular activities, or professional goals.

Application Requirements:

• Completed Louisiana Forestry Foundation scholarship application form.
• Official or unofficial transcript showing academic standing and progress toward a forestry-related major.
• Résumé or personal statement outlining career aspirations in forestry, natural resources, or wood-products industries.
• Letters of recommendation from faculty, advisors or employers familiar with the applicant’s academic performance and career goals.

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated academic achievement and progression toward a forestry or natural-resource degree.
• Understanding of and commitment to Louisiana’s forestry industry, including conservation, timber management, wildlife resource stewardship or forest-product innovation.
• Quality and completeness of application materials, clarity of professional goals and alignment with the Foundation’s mission.

Additional Details:

• Awards are typically renewable on a year-to-year basis for students who continue to meet academic and major-related requirements.
• Funds may be applied toward tuition, textbooks, field-equipment needs, or other education-related expenses.
• The Louisiana Forestry Foundation partners closely with forestry programs at regional universities, supporting the development of future forestry leaders and land-stewardship professionals.

Deadline:

• May

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