How much funding does Landman Scholarship Trust (LST) Student Scholarships provide?

Landman Scholarship Trust (LST) Student Scholarships provides $2,500 - $5,000 per scholarship; up to $250,000 awarded annually in funding.

When is the deadline for Landman Scholarship Trust (LST) Student Scholarships?

The deadline is February 1, 2027.

Landman Scholarship Trust (LST) Student Scholarships

AAPL EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INC

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Apply Now

Funding Amount

$2,500 - $5,000 per scholarship; up to $250,000 awarded annually

Deadline

February 1, 2027

283 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Landman Scholarship Trust (LST) Student Scholarships

Funder: Landman Scholarship Trust (Section 501(c)(3) trust under Texas law)

Geographic Scope: United States (limited to students in AAPL's accredited programs)

Purpose: Award cash scholarships to qualified and deserving undergraduate and graduate students pursuing careers in landwork and natural resources management

Scholarship Amount:

Individual scholarships range from $2,500 up to $5,000 per scholarship

Trust awards up to $250,000 annually to undergraduate and graduate students combined

Total awarded since inception: Over $2 million

Eligible Institutions: Must be enrolled at colleges or universities that offer an active and accredited curriculum in Natural Resources Management or similar curriculum

AAEL Accredited Programs include:

Undergraduate Programs (11): Colorado Mesa University, Marietta College, Texas Tech University, University of Texas Permian Basin, University of Tulsa, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, University of Oklahoma, University of Wyoming, West Virginia University, Western Colorado University

Graduate Programs (5): Oklahoma City University, Texas Christian University, Texas Tech University, University of Tulsa, University of Oklahoma

Eligible Use of Funds:

Qualifying tuition and other related education expenses as defined by IRS Code Section 117

NOT eligible: Room, board, travel, or other non-qualifying expenses

If student has no qualified tuition expenses due to other scholarships, all LST funds must be returned

Eligibility Requirements:

Undergraduate or graduate students

Enrolled in AAPL accredited program

Wish to further training in professional landwork, natural resources management, or associated occupations

Qualified and deserving candidates

AAPL Student Member (free memberships available to students at accredited programs)

Benefits of Accredited Program Enrollment:

Free AAPL student membership

Free AAPL education courses

Eligibility to apply for AAPL Outstanding Graduate Award

Scholarship eligibility through LST

Contact Information:
AAEL Educational Foundation, Inc.
800 Fournier Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Phone: 817-847-7700

How to Apply

1. Complete the LST Scholarship Application
- Available on AAPL website
- Link: "APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIP"

2. Application Deadline:
- February 1 annually (next deadline: February 1, 2027)

3. Application Requirements (likely):
- Current enrollment verification at AAPL-accredited program
- Proof of AAPL Student Membership
- Academic transcript
- Statement of purpose/career goals in landwork
- Documentation of qualified tuition and education expenses
- May require letters of recommendation (verify with application)

4. Submission:
- Submit through online application portal or mail to AAPL
- Contact AAPL at 817-847-7700 for specific submission instructions

5. Award Notification:
- Contact AAPL for timeline of award notifications

Note: Students are encouraged to contact their program director or AAPL directly for application details and any specific eligibility criteria.

Apply with Grantable Learn more