Biology Scholarships & Graduate Fellowships
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2011-12 SCHOLARSHIPS ... AWARDED (click on "Spotlight" link below for list of recipients)
For 2012-13 scholarships, apply online via the EWU scholarship application at http://www.ewu.edu/scholarships and should be completed no later than February 15 for consideration the following academic year. NOTE that there are additional Biology Department requirements that need to be submitted to the Financial Aid & Scholarship Office in order to be considered for a biology scholarship.
Scholarships to be Awarded 2011-12
Biology Department Scholarships
Eastern Washington University Biology-Related Scholarships
Other Biology Department Awards/Fellowships
Contacts for Information on Scholarships
- EWU Financial Aid and Scholarship Office
- EWU Biology Department Scholarship Coordinator
- EWU Biology Scholarship Center
- Scholarship Web Sites
2011-12 scholarships have been awarded
Scholarships Being Awarded for 2012-13
The deadline for applying for EWU/Biology Department scholarships for 2012-13 is February 15. The following scholarships should be available for award:
- Dr. Kyoko Awamura
- Biology Memorial
- Cheney Environmental Association (formerly Cheney Recycling Center)
- Pathology Associates Medical Technology
- Safari Club
- Swartz Biotechnology Graduate Fellowship
- Swartz Biotechnology Undergraduate
- Swartz Medical Terminology
- Swartz-Narrance Fellowship [awarded to graduate biotechnology student]
- Swartz-Werschler Fellowship [awarded to graduate general biology student]
EWU Biology Department Scholarships
The EWU Biology Department considers undergraduate and graduate student awards a valuable and necessary service provided for our students. For full-time Biology majors, we award or make recommendations for awarding several scholarships. To be considered for one of the following department scholarships, complete the online application on EagleNET (under Financial Aid tab). (See EWU Scholarships for more information on the process.) Additionally, complete the following requirements for each scholarship you would like to be considered for and turn in to the Financial Aid & Scholarships Office, 102 Sutton Hall, by the identified deadline - they will match up with your online application. Be sure ALL requested information and recommendations as identified below are completed for EACH biology scholarship.* For further information, contact:
- Biology Department Scholarship Coordinator in SCI 258A, 509-359-6809; or
- Financial Aid and Scholarship Office, SUT 102, 509-359-2314 (FAX: 509-359-4330)
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Scholarship |
Amount |
Qualifications |
*Requirements |
| Dr. Kyoko Awamura Endowed Scholarship | Varies | Declared biology major during academic year of award with demonstrated financial need. | Submit an essay that addresses involvement with (1) Biology Department (research, TA, clubs, etc.); (2) University (clubs, activities); (3) Community (volunteering, applicable groups); (4) Special Accomplishments, Awards, Activities (5) Financial Need. Include 2 letters of recommendation from persons addressing your scholarship merit (be sure contact information is included). |
| Biology Memorial Scholarship | Varies | Current EWU undergraduate who has completed at least 1 year of college and will be enrolled at EWU the following school year. | Submit an essay that addresses involvement with (1) Biology Department (research, TA, clubs, etc.); (2) University (clubs, activities); (3) Community (volunteering, applicable groups); (4) Special Accomplishments, Awards, Activities. Include letters of recommendation from 2 EWU Biology faculty addressing your scholarship merit. |
| Cheney Environmental Association Scholarship (formerly Cheney Recycling Center) | Varies $1,000-$2,400 | Junior or senior Environmental Studies major during the academic year of award (or strong career orientation toward environment / conservation). Selection based on combination of scholarship, merit, and financial need. | Submit a letter stating professional goals, why you feel qualified for this scholarship, and other relevant information (department, university, and community activities). Recipient may be required to volunteer 5 hours per quarter at the EWU Recycling Center during the year of award. |
| Pathology Associates Medical Laboratories (PAML) Medical Technology Scholarship | Varies up to $3,500 | Junior or senior Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry major during the academic year of award. Minimum 2.7 GPA. Preference given to applicants who are laboratory focused. Selection based on combination of scholarship and merit with some consideration given for financial need. | Submit an essay describing qualifications (including involvement in laboratory biology), college experiences, scholarship need, and professional goals and aspirations. Include 2 letters of recommendation from persons addressing your merit for scholarship (be sure contact information is included). |
| J. Herman and Jean Swartz Biotechnology Graduate Fellowship | Varies up to $3,000 | EWU Biology graduate conducting biotechnology-related research. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Selection based on financial need and research experience. | Submit a letter describing your qualifications for this scholarship. Include 2 letters of recommendation from persons addressing your merit for scholarship (be sure contact information is included). |
| J. Herman and Jean Swartz Biotechnology Undergraduate Scholarship | Varies up to $2,800 | Full time EWU Biotechnology major or related area during academic year of award. Selection based on academic accomplishment, financial need, and laboratory research experience. | Submit a letter describing your qualifications for this scholarship. Include 2 letters of recommendation from persons addressing your merit for scholarship (be sure contact information is included). |
| J. Herman and Jean Swartz Medical Technology Scholarship | Varies up to $3,000 | Junior or senior Medical Technology major during the academic year of award. Minimum 3.3 GPA. | Include an essay identifying the field of biology that most interests you and why, involvement in laboratory biology, and any special accomplishments/activities you would like considered. Include 2 letters of recommendation from persons addressing your merit for scholarship, 1 of which is from an EWU Biology faculty (be sure contact information is included). |
| J. Herman & Jean Swartz and Nate Narrance Graduate Fellowship | $2,000 | Student admitted to Biology Graduate Program who will attend classes full-time during award year. Minimum 3.0 cumulative college GPA. Award is presented to biotechnology-related students in even academic years and general biology in odd academic years. | Submit an essay addressing: (1) lab, field, or biology-related research / experience; (2) professional goals; (3) thesis project description; (4) how scholarship will assist in thesis research / achieving goals; (5) outline progress toward graduation; and (6) any other pertinent information. Include 2 letters of recommendation from persons addressing merit (be sure contact information is included). |
| J. Herman & Jean Swartz and Frances & William P. Werschler Graduate Fellowship | $3,000 | Student admitted to Biology Graduate Program who will attend classes full-time during award year. Minimum 3.0 cumulative college GPA. Award is presented to biotechnology-related students in odd academic years and general biology in even academic years. | Submit an essay addressing: (1) lab, field, or biology-related research / experience; (2) professional goals; (3) thesis project description; (4) how scholarship will assist in thesis research / achieving goals; (5) outline progress toward graduation; and (6) any other pertinent information. Include 2 letters of recommendation from persons addressing merit (be sure contact information is included). |
| Safari Club | $2,500 | Junior or senior standing during the academic year of the award. Minimum 3.5 GPA. Biology or Environmental Science major with emphasis on wildlife. Must be a hunter. | Submit an essay stating professional plans and aspirations, accomplishments, hunting experience, why you feel qualified for this scholarship, and any other pertinent information. Include 1 professional letter of reference (be sure contact information is included). Awardee is expected to attend annual banquet. |
*In addition to completing the online EWU Scholarship Application and its stated requirements, to be considered for a specific Biology Department scholarship, follow the requirements exactly as outlined. Be sure essays identify the scholarship/s you are applying for. If applying for multiple scholarships, the same letters of recommendation may be used for the different scholarships as long as they meet the identified requirements. ALL REQUIRED ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE EWU FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIP OFFICE (SUTTON 102) BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE (GENERALLY NO LATER THAN FEBRUARY 15 FOR THE FOLLOWING ACADEMIC YEAR).
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Additional department scholarships may be available. Check back periodically to see whether there are new opportunities. |
Students applying for the EWU Biology Department scholarships outlined above will also be considered for any Eastern Washington University scholarships for which they qualify. These may include the Associated Industries Bright Promise Scholarship, Powell/Schoffen Scholarship and Wittenbach Trust for health-related majors (undergraduate) or the John Joy Science Award for science-related graduate students. Contact the EWU Financial Aid and Scholarship Office for information on these and other scholarships related to science and health.
Other Department Awards/Fellowships
The EWU Biology Department provides other awards and fellowship programs that are not tied to the EWU Scholarship Application and its deadline. Note the specific requirements and deadlines identified for each award.
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Award |
Amount |
Qualifications |
Requirements |
| EWU Biology Graduate Fellowships | Varies up to $7,000 | Biology graduate student who has been admitted to Graduate Program or has been recommended for admittance to Graduate Program AND has a minimum 3.0 GPA. | By March 1st submit to the Biology Department Graduate Committee Chair (SCI 258) a completed Application for Biology Graduate Fellowship (consideration based on admittance to Graduate Program).
Students receiving graduate fellowships are expected to work 20 hours per week while carrying at least 10 credits. Teaching is often required, but research or other activities may be substituted at the department's discretion. The EWU Application for Admission to Graduate Program is located in the back of the graduate catalog or online at http://www.ewu.edu/grad.xml and is sent to the Graduate Office along with transcripts, GRE scores, TOEFL scores (if appropriate), and application fee. Recommendations should be sent separately by those who are providing them. One other form, Biology Department Supplemental Graduate Application, should be sent directly to the Biology Department Graduate Committee Chair. Click here for more information about admittance to the graduate program. |
| EWU Biology Graduate Student Mini Research Grant Program | Varies up to $500/ qtr | EWU graduate student conducting thesis research. | By the 2nd Friday of Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters (or other identified deadline) submit to the Biology Indirect Cost Committee Chair (SCI 258) a proposal identifying specific objectives, significance, procedures/rationale, budget justification, other financial support, and literature cited. Proposal should be no more than 3 double-spaced pages (not including list of citations) and must be signed by a faculty advisor. Click Proposal Guidelines for specific criteria to include in your proposal. |
| Hollister-Stier Textbook Assistance Fund | Varies | Current EWU Biology major with lab-related research emphasis (undergraduate and graduate). Expressed need for assistance purchasing required textbooks. Possibility for funds to purchase supplemental reference books and supplies. | By the second day of Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters submit to the Operations Manager in the Biology Department (SCI 258A) 1 page with: (1) Name / Address / Phone / EWU ID Number; (2) Major / Option and Year in School; (3) Career Plans; (4) Laboratory Research Experience (not classwork); (5) Community Service and Work Experience; (6) List of Required Texts with cost and course number identified (and/or list of supplemental reference books/supplies requested) ~ be sure to indicate which books are required and which are suggested.(NOTES: [1] Awards may not be made every quarter. [2] Vouchers will be issued for the EWU Bookstore after recipients have been selected ... do not submit a request for books already purchased that cannot be returned. [3] Awarded books are considered on loan from Biology Dept. lending library.) |
| Turnbull Laboratory for Ecological Studies (TLES) Research Scholars | $2,500 | Junior or Senior Biology major during the academic year of award. Preference given to General Biology, Botany, Zoology, or Environmental Biology options. | By March 1st submit to the Biology Department office (SCI 258) a completed Biology Department Scholarship Application (click on link to open pdf file); attach an essay expressing your ecological interests (terrestrial, aquatic, algae, fungi, plants, vertebrate animals, invertebrate animals, etc.) and past extra-curricular experiences in biology or ecology. Identify career interests/goals following graduation; attach 2 letters of recommendation from EWU Biology faculty; and attach transcripts. Recipients are required to dedicate a minimum of 35 hours toward ecological research at (or based out of) TLES to be completed within Spring, Summer, and/or Fall quarters. Payment is dependent on successful completion of research proposal/execution/presentation of final project. |
For additional information on these and other scholarship or financial aid opportunities, contact:
Financial Aid and Scholarship Office
Eastern Washington University
102 Sutton Hall
Cheney, WA 99004-2447
Phone: (509) 359-2314 ~ or if outside Cheney/Spokane area (800) 280-1256
FAX: (509) 359-4330
Web Site: http://www.ewu.edu/Admissions/Financial-Aid/Scholarships.xml
- Sue Murphy, Scholarship Coordinator
Eastern Washington University
Science 258A
Cheney, WA 99004
Phone: (509) 359-6809
FAX: (509) 359-6867
E-Mail: smurphy@ewu.edu - Biology Scholarship Center
The "Center" is located next to SCI 256 and provides information on scholarships available from the EWU Biology Department as well as biology-related scholarships offered by the university and from outside organizations/companies.
Web sites that may be helpful in finding other scholarship opportunities:
http://www.finaidfacts.org/scholarships
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