Christopher C. Mathewson Texas Section Scholarship Grant

Christopher C. Mathewson Texas Section Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologists Foundation
Last Updated: November 26, 2025

Summary

The Christopher C. Mathewson Texas Section Scholarship supports undergraduate and graduate students pursuing geology at accredited Texas institutions. Funded by the AEG Foundation, awards recognize students for their academic excellence, potential contributions to the profession, and active participation in professional societies. Eligible candidates must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher and hold AEG student membership. This scholarship fosters the growth of future geologists committed to advancing the field through education and engagement.

Overview

NOTE: Applications with all supporting materials, including transcripts, letters of recommendation, etc. must be received by the deadline. Christopher C. Mathewson Texas Section Scholarship Fund The AEG Texas Section Scholarship Fund supports geologic studies by students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Awards will be made by the AEG Foundation to outstanding and deserving students based on demonstrated ability, scholarship, potential for contributions to the profession, character, and participation in student/professional societies.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Qualifications:AEG Student Member Undergraduate student enrolled in an accredited Texas college or university, OR Graduate student enrolled in an accredited university outside (or inside) Texas but conducting their field studies inside TexasMinimum requirements for a scholarship grant include enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate-level student majoring in geology at an accredited college or university, an overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 out of 4.0, student membership in AEG and sponsorship by an AEG Active Member. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. Applicants must be student members, AND sponsored by an AEG Active Member. Grant recipients must agree to maintain their Student Membership in AEG throughout the life of the grant.

Ineligibility

The Fund does not support general and administrative (overhead) costs, technical or scientific consulting fees, or equipment purchase or maintenance costs of an educational institution employing or teaching individuals who receive grants from it.Christopher C. Mathewson Scholarship grants are not payment for services and are intended by the Foundation to be “qualified scholarships” as defined by the Internal Revenue Service.In keeping with the Internal Revenue Code classification of the AEG Foundation as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, the Foundation will not make grants supporting activities or publications that are designed to be used to influence political decisions or processes.