Rockefeller State Wildlife Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries

Quick summary
- The Rockefeller State Wildlife Scholarship supports students studying forestry, wildlife, or marine science at a Louisiana public college or university.
- Awards: $2,000 per year for undergraduates; $3,000 per year for graduate students.
- Maximum total award: $12,000 (up to three years of undergraduate support and two years of graduate support).

Who can apply
You must meet all of the following:
- Be a U.S. citizen or national, or an eligible non‑citizen (and register with Selective Service if required).
- Be a Louisiana resident for at least one year before July 1 of the award year.
- Be enrolled full time at a Louisiana public college or university and be pursuing a degree in forestry, wildlife, or marine science with the intention of completing that degree.
- Undergraduates: have at least 60 college credit hours and a cumulative college GPA of 2.50 or higher.
- Graduate students: have a cumulative graduate GPA of 3.00 or higher.
- Provide any documentary evidence requested by the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA).

How long the scholarship can be received
- You may receive this scholarship for up to five academic years total: a maximum of three years as an undergraduate and two years as a graduate student.
- The cumulative maximum payment across those years is $12,000.

Renewal requirements (what you must do each academic year)
To renew the award you must, by the end of the academic year (spring term):
- Have received the scholarship for no more than the allowable years (three undergraduate + two graduate).
- Earn the required number of credits during fall, winter and spring:
- Undergraduates: at least 24 credit hours if your school defines full‑time as 12 semester (or 8 quarter) hours.
- Graduates: at least 18 credit hours if your school defines full‑time as 9 semester hours.
- Maintain the required cumulative GPA:
- Undergraduates: at least 2.50.
- Graduates: at least 3.00.
- Maintain continuous full‑time enrollment unless LOSFA grants an exception.
- Continue to pursue a degree in forestry, wildlife, or marine science.

Practical checklist before you apply or renew
- Confirm your Louisiana residency status and Selective Service registration (if applicable).
- Verify you meet the credit and GPA minimums for your level (undergrad or grad).
- Make sure your program and school qualify (Louisiana public college/university; approved majors).
- Gather and submit any documents LOSFA requests (residency proof, transcripts, etc.).
- Keep track of credits earned each academic year so you stay on track for renewal.

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