Top 126 Natural Resources Scholarships in August 2026

Are you a middle or high school student with a passion for STEM? If so, consider applying for the Breakthrough Junior Challenge! Each year, the challenge awards $250,000 to a 13-18-year-old student who creatively and clearly explains a scientific or mathematical theory, concept, or principle in video form. The videos must be no longer than a minute and 30 seconds long and should be a dynamic visual medium, using diagrams, simulations, physical demonstrations, and more. The scholarship is funded by technology investors and science philanthropists Julia and Yuri Milner. If you have a love for STEM, video making, and want to go to college debt-free, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you an incoming or current college student majoring in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the HoshizakiIceMaker.com Supporting STEM Scholarship! The scholarship is open to current and incoming undergraduate students pursuing degrees in STEM fields in the U.S. The scholarship is funded by HoshizakiIceMaker.com, a dealer of Hoshizaki ice machines, ice bins, parts, and accessories. They believe in supporting young students and providing the best Hoshizaki ice machine products to their customers.  They offer this opportunity to help students pursue fields that enhance the economy and complement the business industry. Every year, they award $1,000 to help one recipient cover tuition expenses. If you are passionately pursuing a STEM career and are looking for a scholarship opportunity, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Meyerhoff Scholars Program is offered to graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue a Ph.D. or combined M.D./Ph.D. in the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics. Special consideration is given to students who have taken advanced placement courses in math and science, have research experience, and have strong references from science or math instructors.Show Less

Are you pursuing a two-year or associate's degree program at a college or university in New Hampshire? If so, you may be eligible for some of the many scholarships offered by the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation's Two-year or Associate Degree Program! There are a variety of scholarships available, offering between $100 and $3,500 each to winning applicants. To find out more about each scholarship’s specific requirements, we recommend checking out their individual profiles on the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation website. Upon completing the General Application, students will be considered for each of the scholarships they may be eligible for. With that said, if you are enrolled in a two-year or associate's degee program in New Hampshire, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you an aspiring (or current) graduate student/researcher from the United States or Australia who is looking to study abroad in the other country? If so, the American Australian Association has the perfect scholarship opportunity for you! The American Australian Association Graduate Education Scholarships annually awards up to USD $40,000 to US citizens/Permanent Residents or Australian citizens undertaking or planning to undertake full-time graduate-level study (Master's, Ph.D., or Postdoctoral Research) at an accredited educational institution in either (a) the Australia to the USA direction or (b) the USA to Australia direction. Applicants must be pursuing a degree or research in one of the following fields: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Health, Medicine, Journalism, or Sustainability. Bear in mind that the application cycle is open from January 1 - March 31 for Australian applicants and from August 1 - September 30 for American applicants. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply. Better yet, if you're an Indigenous American or Aboriginal/Indigenous Australian student, you also qualify for the Graduate Education Indigenous Scholarship! Keep on reading to learn more, and be sure to check out these additional study abroad scholarships and graduate school scholarships. Happy applying!Show Less

This scholarship is open to all NSHSS high school members with a dedicated passion for conservation, sustainability, environmental policy, or preservation of the Earth. To apply, students must submit a 500-800 word essay about steps that they have taken to "preserve Earth's resources" and how their efforts "inspire broader societal change, guiding us toward a greener, more sustainable future?" As the prompt changes each year, we recommend checking out NSHSS's Claes Nobel Good Earth Sustainability Scholarship webpage before applying. If you're an NSHSS high school member passionate about maintaining the Earth and its natural resources, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more, and keep making a difference.Show Less

The Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholarship in Multiple Disciplines (The University of Newcastle) allows postdoctoral candidates to undertake research of importance to the University of Newcastle in New South Wales, Australia. While projects are welcomed in all disciplines, preference may be shown to those relating to the University of Newcastle's four engagement priorities: better/healthier living, connected communities, next generation resources, and growing industries. Such research is important to the bilateral, growing relationship between the United States and Australia. This award will provide scholars with an opportunity to contribute to this relationship and within their area of priority that is relevant to the future of the world. To apply, interested applicants must contact the university to obtain the required letter of invitation, and have completed their Ph.D. in or after January 2022. If you're a Ph.D. or Terminal Degree holder interested in conducting research at The University of Newcastle, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Fulbright Canada and Carleton University have established dedicated research chairs in support of educational programming and research. This opportunity will allow extraordinary American scholars and top-tier applied researchers to spend one academic year as a visiting research scholar working in a targeted area of academic inquiry. Eligible topics of inquiry include the Arts and Social Sciences, Entrepreneurship and/or Social Innovation, Environmental Science, Society, Policy, and Media. Applicants are encouraged to contact their preferred host institution to discuss research interests. Eligible applicants must have a Ph.D. or other terminal degree, and submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. For more information on the scholarship, keep on reading!Show Less

The Endeavour's Women in Tech Group Engineering Scholarship - High School is available to women planning to pursue higher education in the engineering field. Graduating high school seniors and juniors pursuing early acceptance to a university are welcome to apply.Show Less

The VASWCD Educational Foundation Inc. Scholarship Awards Program is a fantastic opportunity for Virginia residents who are high school seniors or college freshmen passionate about natural resource conservation and environmental protection. This program provides financial support to students who are currently or planning to major in a course curriculum related to these fields. To be eligible, applicants must have a class ranking in the top 20% of their graduating class or a 3.0 or greater GPA. If you're interested in applying, contact your local SWCD or the Association office for an application specific to your Soil & Water Conservation District. If you're eligible, we encourage you to apply. Don't miss out on this chance to pursue your dreams and make a difference in the world of environmental health! P.S.: Scholarship deadlines vary slightly by district. To find the exact scholarship deadline for your district, find your Local Soil & Water Conservation District here and contact them.Show Less

The Soil and Water Stewardship Scholarship is open to Illinois high school seniors and current undergraduate students currently majoring in or planning to study a natural resource field such as fish or wildlife biology, conservation education, biology, ecology, forestry, hydrology, soils, and pollution control. To be considered, interested students must have a permanent address in Boone, Cook, Dekalb, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, Will, or Winnebago County, and submit a 2-page essay detailing their career goals and aspirations. If you're a current or incoming postsecondary student from one of the Illinois counties mentioned, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more and continue pursuing your passion for the environment.Show Less

Are you a full-time student studying Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics? The SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship could be a good fit for you! The scholarship is awarded monthly, with 12 winners being selected throughout the year. The best part about this scholarship is the work to reward ratio. By simply submitting a short 500-word essay, you could win $2,500 from the SBB Research Group. If you fit the scholarship criteria, we encourage you to submit your essay and apply today!Show Less

Are you a female student pursuing a degree in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the ABC Humane Wildlife Women in STEM Academic Scholarship! The ABC Humane Wildlife Women in STEM Academic Scholarship is open to current female undergraduate and graduate students who are majoring in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics) fields. The scholarship was created by Urban Wildlife Manager, Rebecca Fyffe. Rebecca is an entrepreneur who credits her good business sense and cutting-edge research-based methods to her background in STEM. Thus, she created this scholarship to encourage more women to pursue STEM programs and science-based education. Each year, the scholarship awards $1,000 to one (1) lucky student to help pay for the costs of their education. If you’re a woman passionate about STEM and are looking for some help to pay off your degree, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is currently or is planning to pursue a major in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the MyBioSource Inc. Scholarship for “S.T.E.M.” Majors! Each year, the scholarship awards five students $1,000 in return for completing the online application and submitting a 250-word response on why they chose to enter the field of STEM. If you want to put your writing skills to the test and earn some money to go towards your college education, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a high school senior or college undergraduate who identifies as female, resides in the United States, and wishes to pursue a STEM-related field of education? If so, you might consider applying for the Hyundai Women in STEM Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $10,000 to five applicants who submit the most thoughtful 500-word (or less) essay in response to the following prompt: At Hyundai, we know the success of a company is only equal to the talent of its team. We seek those who persevere, ask, “Why not?” and dare to make a difference. In 500 words or less, tell us how, as a woman in STEM, you’ll redefine convention by doing things differently, more efficiently. We want you to succeed—and hopefully even consider working with us one day. If you’re passionate about STEM and wish to reduce your college debt, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student belonging to an underrepresented group (female, of rural decent, or a member of an ethnic minority) pursuing a STEM-related major at a university in Kentucky? If so, the Nola Cook Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $750 to one current or incoming underrepresented, full-time, undergraduate STEM student at a Kentucky college or university. To apply, interested students must submit a 500-word essay, current resume, transcript, letter of recommendation, and proof of enrollment at their university. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The CGCS-Bernard Harris Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to African American and Hispanic high school seniors interested in studying a STEM-related field.

Tacuna Systems is proud to announce the return of our Women in STEM Empowerment Scholarship program. For 2026, we will offer one award to a qualified candidate who attends or is admitted to a U.S. or Canadian university. Driven by our commitment to promote inclusive representation in STEM fields, our scholarship aims to empower women pursuing higher education in science and technology, fostering their increased participation in these industries. This scholarship invites applicants to share their experiences with a STEM-related research project or activity that has shaped or reflected their academic interests, rather than focusing solely on academics. Submissions must be in video form, accompanied by this application. As part of your application submission, we will require you to create a brief video of yourself showcasing your involvement in a STEM-related project. Limit this video to around 3 minutes in length. Things to consider while creating your video: Aspirations – What are your general career aspirations and how has this project influenced them? Passion – Why is this project important to you? Learning – What did you take away from this project? Application – How does this project relate to the real world? Improvement – What changes, if any, would you make for better results? Originality – Do you have valuable insight or ideas that industry leaders may not have thought about? Representation – What are your general thoughts, related to the project or not, on improving women’s representation in STEM? How might you inspire others? If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a high school student of color or student in need aspiring to pursue a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) degree? If so, the Destination STEM Scholarship may be a wonderful opportunity for you! Annually, the scholarship awards between $500 and $1,000 each to multiple recipients who have been accepted to a college for the upcoming academic year. Applicants must also be students of color or a student in need, in an effort to encourage under represented students passionate about STEM to pursue careers in the field. If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The James T. and Rose M. Perryman Family Foundation Trade School Scholarship supports students who reside within 150 miles of the borough of Houston, Pennsylvania. Students who plan to study for a technical degree or certification to include fields such as welding, machining, mechatronics, networking, and automation are eligible to apply.Show Less

The AFCEA Belvoir Chapter STEM Scholarship offers financial assistance to Washington D.C. metro area members of the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association-Belvoir Chapter or their children. High school seniors and undergraduates studying for a bachelor's degree in Science, mathematics, or engineering (STEM) are welcome to apply.Show Less

The FFGC College Scholarship offers merit and need-based financial assistance to students in Florida. Students who have participated in a garden club and plan to study agricultural science, biology, botany and plant physiology, ecology and evolutionary science, environmental science, forestry, horticulture, landscape architecture, natural resources conservation and management, or urban, community, and regional planning in Florida are encouraged to apply.Show Less

The Dr. Sydell Perlmutter Gold Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance to high school seniors who are daughters of Air Force personnel. Students planning to attend college to major in a field of STEM are encouraged to apply. Special consideration is given to applicants who are first-generation college students or who can demonstrate financial need.Show Less

The Lt. Col. Romeo and Josephine Bass Ferretti Scholarship provides financial assistance to dependents of Air Force enlisted personnel who are high school seniors. Students planning to pursue post-secondary education in the field of STEM are encouraged to apply.Show Less

Elonzo "Lonnie" Hill Mentorship Scholarship provides financial assistance to COMTO Chicago members who are minority undergraduates from Illinois who are preparing for a career in the transportation industry.Show Less