George & Joan White Howell Environmental Education Scholarship

The George and Joan White Howell Environmental Science Scholarship is a $1,000 environmental science scholarship, administered through the Lake Area Foundation, available to a freshman entering Campbellsville University. Another $1,000 is available annually for a freshman student pursuing an environmental science degree who is willing to help with research at Clay Hill Memorial Forest for a minimum of 70 hours per semester during the academic year.

Requirements to apply:

  1. Students must select Environmental Science as a Major
  2. High School GPA 3.5. Maintain CU GPA 3.0;
  3. ACT Score of 24 or above on the science portion of the exam;
  4. All students applying shall submit an essay of a minimum 200 words describing interest in the environment and how they hope to utilize their degree to promote Earth Stewardship.

Other eligibility requirements:

  1. Env. Science student priority but otherwise open to all incoming freshmen regardless of program choice
  2. Avg. Overall ACT 24 OR 3.5 High School GPA
  3. Mentor Recommendation Letter (teacher, administrator, mentor, etc.)
  4. 1-page essay demonstrating applicants passion for the environment, environmental activities, etc.

Requirements for Recipients:

  • Recipients must complete a minimum 50-hrs volunteerism at Clay Hill Memorial Forest
  • Non-Env. Science recipients must take at least two science classes while at CU

Application Form