*2022 Scholarships are closed. 2023 Scholarship opportunities will be available by the end of January!*
Our Mission:
A team that works to conserve Our Resources, educates and inspires Our Community to support Our Future, through science and wise, conscious choices on the Farms, in the Homes, and at the Schools in Seneca County.
To support Our Future, Seneca Conservation District (SCD) and the family of Tia Rice want to help fund students pursuing science-based careers that relate to the mission of Seneca Conservation District (conservation, ecology, sustainability, agriculture, etc). The information for the scholarships is listed below.
2022 SCD Scholarship
Eligibility:
- High school senior and college bound in the fall
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Science related degree
- Applicant and parent/guardian must be a resident of Seneca County
Amount Offered:
The recipient of this scholarship will receive a $500 check. The scholarship must be used for either tuition or books for the upcoming fall semester.
Application Materials:
- Completed application form
- Typed essay as described in the application form
Selection Process:
Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee and the winner will be approved by the SCD board. The recipient of the scholarship will be contacted personally by Seneca Conservation District.
The selection committee reserves the right to refuse the application due to any component, including: incomplete condition, essay content, and course type.
Due Date:
Applications must be mailed, e-mailed, or returned to the Seneca Conservation District office by April 8, 2022 by 4:30 p.m.
Seneca Conservation District
3140 S S.R. 100 Ste D
Tiffin, OH 44883
E-mail: [email protected]
Click here to apply for the 2022 SCD Scholarship.
2022 Tia J Rice Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility:
- Attendance at The Ohio State University (any branch)
- Conservation or agricultural related major
Amount Offered:
The recipient of this scholarship will receive a $500 check. The scholarship must be used for either tuition or books for the upcoming fall semester.
Application Materials:
- Completed application form
- Typed essay as described in the application form
Selection Process:
Applications will be reviewed by the family of Tia Rice and the winner will be approved by the SCD board. Preference will be given to Seneca County residents and children of SWCD employees. The recipient of the scholarship will be contacted personally by Seneca Conservation District.
The selection committee reserves the right to refuse the application due to any component, including: its incomplete condition, essay content, and course type.
Due Date:
Applications must be mailed, e-mailed, or returned to the Seneca Conservation District office by April 8, 2022 by 4:30 p.m.
Seneca Conservation District
3140 S S.R. 100 Ste D
Tiffin, OH 44883
E-mail: [email protected]
Click here to apply for the 2022 Tia J Rice Memorial Scholarship.
