Award Amount
$5000 Deadline Date
Mar 01 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The William F. Helms Student Scholarship Program is available to sophomore and junior agriculture and biological sciences students who are interested in plant health issues relating to exotic plant and animal species and disease. Students interested in careers in biology, plant pathology, entomology, virology, bacteriology, mycology and ecology are encouraged to apply. To be eligible for this award, you must be a U.S. citizen, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and agree to work for the Plant Protection and Quarantine agency of the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service during school breaks. Additionally, you must submit a transcript, essay and three letters of recommendation. This program includes tutoring assistance, mentoring and possible permanent employment upon graduation.
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