East Texas Geological Society Scholarship Grant

East Texas Geological Society Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation
Amount: Up to US $2,000
Last Updated: October 09, 2025

Summary

The East Texas Geological Society Scholarship, administered by the East Texas Communities Foundation, supports students pursuing degrees in Geology or Geosciences at any Texas college. Applicants must be college sophomores or higher and do not need to demonstrate financial need. The scholarship is renewable, reflecting a commitment to education and fostering the next generation of geoscientists in Texas.

Overview

East Texas Communities Foundation East Texas Communities Foundation was founded in 1989 by visionary leaders who saw the need for a community foundation to serve the people and communities of East Texas. The strong leadership of early organizers like Isadore Roosth, Norman Shtofman, “Dub” Riter, and an investment of the United Way of Tyler/Smith County launched the Foundation. By 1994, the Foundation’s assets had grown to more than one million dollars. East Texas Communities Foundation administers a variety of scholarships that have been established by generous individuals to assist students with their educational pursuits. Each scholarship expresses a deep belief in the power of education to help young people achieve their dreams. East Texas Geological Society Scholarship College Attending: Any in TexasSchool Status: College student (sophomore or higher)Major/Field of Study: Geology, GeosciencesFinancial Need Considered (FASFA required): Not consideredLength of Support: Renewable

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must be at least a sophomore who has declared his/her major to be geology (may be undergraduate or graduate student).