The Worcester State University Geography Scholarship

Awarded to first-year or sophomore students, including transfer students, who are Worcester public high school graduates and are enrolled in WSU’s Geography or Natural Science program. Preference will be given to Hispanic or African-American, Native Americans (American Indians and Alaskan Natives), Native Pacific Islanders (Polynesians or Micronesians), and persons with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. A short essay is required explaining the applicant’s interest in geography and should accompany the scholarship application. If the applicant is claiming the preference, as listed in the second sentence, they should state this in the first paragraph of the essay, listing the specific population category/tribe and/or disability.