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ENVS Undergraduate Scholarships

If you are interested in the following scholarship opportunities please complete a Scholarship Application. Learn More

Western Scholarships - Non-ENVS specific - Deadlines Vary

This site has five pages of scholarships. Though they might not all apply to you, it is good opportunity to take a look at them and see what you DO qualify for! Applying for scholarships is never a waste of time!

Western Colorado University’s Sustainability Fund

Students aiming to make positive sustainable changes on our campus are encouraged to apply for the Sustainability Fund! The Sustainability Fund accepts diverse ideas, but funding is only available to full-time undergraduate students. Learn more and apply here. Previous Sustainability Fund projects have included: water bottle fill stations, the bike library, the forest garden, recycling bins, and Chipeta Gardens projects. If you have any questions email sphillips@western.edu.

Grossman Scholarship - Volunteer for Outdoor CO

Graduating high school students, graduate students, and non-traditional students are all invited to apply! Learn More

The Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance - Applications accepted on a rolling basis

The Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance (SUWA) offers scholarships for students from underserved communities interested in volunteering on public lands in Utah. Students earn $450 toward education costs (as well as additional logistical, gear and travel stipend assistance) to work with the program on restoration projects in Utah. Here is the 2023 project calendar

Helman Environmental Athlete Award: Up to $10,000

Student athletes who are passionate about sustainability and the environment are considered for a Helman Environmental Athlete Award which honors past Western Colorado University President Jay Helman, who encouraged the creation of the Environment and Sustainability Major and the Master in Environmental Management program during his tenure at Western. The fellowship gives student athletes an opportunity to pursue their graduate degree while continuing their passion for athletics. Awardees will serve as either assistant coaches in Western’s athletics department or applicants with athletic eligibility from underserved backgrounds are also invited to apply as a student athlete. This year we particularly seek students who can coach in women’s soccer, swimming and diving, and track and field, though applicants are welcome from any sport. Please contact Clark Family School of Environment and Sustainability Dean, Melanie Armstrong marmstrong@western.edu to learn more about this opportunity.