The Clark SWCD is offering two non-renewable $1,000 college scholarships to students enrolling in classes which focus on natural resources, agriculture, environmental science or a related field.
Eligibility:
- Applicants or parents must live in Clark county.
- Open to students who will be enrolled in college or university for fall of 2026.
- Applicants must have a decided major in natural resource, agriculture, environmental science or a related field.
- Students are eligible to receive the scholarship more than once.
Submit:
- Online application
- Two letters of recommendation, by employer or teacher (past or current)
- An original essay covering the following judging criteria:
- Academic Achievement
- Your commitment to the program of choice
- Life experiences that have influenced your personal growth
- Community activities
- Demonstration of leadership
- Jobs, clubs, community service or athletic participation
Application, letters of recommendation, and essay must be received in the Clark SWCD office or uploaded to the website before 4:30 P.M. on May 1, 2026. The Clark SWCD is located in the Springview Government Center, 3130 E. Main St, Springfield, OH 45503.
All submitted paperwork is confidential and becomes the property of the Clark SWCD. Decisions on scholarships are final.
The recipients of these scholarships will be notified after the May 2026 Board of Supervisors meeting. Terms of scholarship payment will be mutually agreed upon. Recipients will be invited to the Clark SWCD Annual meeting in September for recognition.
Any questions regarding this scholarship contact Carrie Perkins, Administrative Assistant, at 937-521-3880 or email cperkins@clarkcountyohio.gov
All programs of the Clark Soil & Water Conservation District are offered on a nondiscriminatory basis, without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital or family status.