FOUR YEAR CONSERVATION SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

Application

DESCRIPTION:

SCI Foundation funds and manages worldwide programs dedicated to wildlife conservation, outdoor education and humanitarian services.

Each year up to four outstanding freshman students, recommended through Safari Club International Chapters will be awarded scholarships valued at $4,800 and will be distributed at $1,200 per year for four years.

Student selections are based on merit involving the following: Demonstrated academic ability and concern for school and community; Life experience; Teacher/advisor recommendation and other unusual circumstance which make an applicant more worthy of consideration.

Preference is given, but not limited to applicants seeking a degree in or related field of conservation, such as: natural resource management, forestry, environmental studies, conservation education, outdoor education/ recreation, and animal science.  The immediate family or household members of the Board of Directors and employees of SCI/SCIF are not eligible for this scholarship.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Be accepted into an accredited four year college or university.
• Demonstrate academic ability. Applicant need not be at the top of his/her class, but must have demonstrated a capacity to succeed in a chosen course of study. Essay
• Demonstrated concern for school and community. Volunteer projects and active participation in school activities which indicate a commitment to the community. Essay D
• ocumented life experiences of voluntary or paid work experience supporting his/her goals and aspiration in life. Essay
• Three letters of recommendation clearly outlining applicants strengths and weaknesses.
• Preference is given, but not limited to applicants seeking a degree in or related field of conservation, such as: natural resource management, forestry, environmental studies, conservation education, outdoor education/ recreation, and animal science.
• SCIF Scholarship Award application form properly completed.
• Applicant must be recommended in writing through governance action by a Safari Club International Chapter.
• Current resume - not to exceed two pages.

PROCEDURES FOR APPLICATION:

For an application to be considered, the applicant must be recommended in writing by a Safari Club International Chapter through official action of the Chapter's Board or Executive Committee.

Completed forms and all accompanying documentation should be mailed to:

SCI Foundation
Education Department
4800 West Gates Pass Road
Tucson, AZ 85745

Applications must be postmarked no later than April 15th.

If you have any question about submission of your application materials, please call (520) 620-1220 ext. 231. Incomplete applications, emailed or faxed materials are not accepted.