JHS SCHOLARSHIP

$250

The JHS is pleased to continue to offer our annual scholarship in the amount of $250 to prospective students of herpetology or related fields in post-secondary studies.  This scholarship is open to any JHS member or their immediate family.
 

Ø      Eligibility:  Open to any member of the Jacksonville Herpetological Society or their immediate family (spouse or child) who enrolls in an accredited institution of higher education in the fields of wildlife/conservation, herpetology, or related course that can expand the knowledge in the field of Reptile and Amphibian Conservation, Education and Captive propagation.  The goal of this scholarship is to aid a qualified student who can, in turn, share the benefits of his/her knowledge gained with the Jacksonville Herpetological Society.

Ø      Grade Point Average:  An overall GPA of 3.0 is required in college or high school.  Include appropriate transcripts.
 

Ø      Essay:  A 500 word essay is required.  The subject matter is herpetology and other science fields related to herpetology.  The essay title is, “What attracted me to this field of study?”
 

Ø      Deadline:  All eligible candidates are encouraged to complete the attached application and submit by March general meeting to:
 

Jacksonville Herpetological Society

Education Scholarship Application

P.O. Box 37336

Jacksonville, FL  32236

Ø      Notification:  The scholarship is awarded once a year.  Based on candidates applying, notification will occur in time for registration of selected semester.  All monies will be deposited at college of choice.

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