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ExtremeTerrain’s Student Scholarships

Offered by Extreme Terrain

Reviewed by Lisa FreedlandLast updated Jul 25, 2023
1 award worth

$2,500

Grade level

High School Seniors & College Students

Application deadline:

Biannual

Scholarship Overview

Are you a high school senior or college student pursuing a degree in biology, environmental studies, land use, earth and atmospheric studies, parks and recreation, or a related subject? If so, you might consider applying to ExtremeTerrain’s Student Scholarships! Each application cycle, the scholarship awards $2,500 to two lucky applicants. In order to apply, students must submit a 700 – 1,500 essay on the importance of “maintaining access to public lands for recreational use” and how they plan on using their degree to advocate for the recreational use of public lands. The scholarship is biannual, with deadlines on June 15th (to be considered for the Fall semester) and October 15th (to be considered for the Spring semester). If you’re passionate about the recreational use of public lands and want to earn some money to go towards your education, we encourage you to apply! 

Eligibility information

This scholarship is open to students meeting the below eligibility criteria.

Grade Level

High School Seniors & College Students

Citizenship

US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA

No GPA requirement

Academic Interest

Agriculture, Environmental Science, Biology, Recreation, Parks, Leisure Studies, Earth Science

Application information

To apply for this scholarship, students must submit an online application in addition to the below application materials.

700-1,500-word essay

Proof of enrollment

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Scholarship FAQ

Is this scholarship open to international students?

No, this scholarship is only open to US Citizens and Permanent Residents.

When will the winner of this scholarship be announced?

The ExtremeTerrain’s Student Scholarships winner will be announced: biannual.

Who should I contact with any questions about this scholarship?

For any questions regarding this scholarship application, please contact Extreme Terrain at https://www.extremeterrain.com/contact.html.

Is this scholarship renewable?

No, the ExtremeTerrain’s Student Scholarships is not renewable.

Where can I find help writing my scholarship essay?

For help writing the essay component of this scholarship application, check out our guides How to Write a Winning Scholarship Essay and How to Start a Scholarship Essay (With Examples).

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