The Shelby Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) will be awarding a $1,000 scholarship. The Shelby SWCD Scholarship is open to college students who are working toward a degree in the natural resources or agricultural field. Applicants meeting the following qualifications will be considered: Must have graduated from a high school or home school program in Shelby County, Texas.
Must be a college junior or senior (successfully completed two years of college).
Must be enrolled as a fulltime student (minimum of 12 hours per semester).
Applicants must submit high school and college transcripts, a completed SWCD scholarship application and a letter of recommendation. Selection will be based on academic merit and recommendations of the school and others concerning the applicant’s initiative and character, leadership, citizenship and need. Applicants may be called for a personal interview. To obtain an application, E-mail the SWCD office in Center: shelby@swcd.texas.gov. To request a copy by mailed, call 936598-5557, Ext. 3. If no one answers, please leave your name and telephone number and someone will call you back. All applications must be received by July 18, 2024.