Thoreau Scholarships for Environmental Leadership

Each year the Henry David Thoreau Foundation awards scholarships of up to $20,000 to eight to ten high-school seniors graduating from public or private high schools in Massachusetts and majoring in fields related to the environment. Past recipients have studied biology, epidemiology, oceanography, international affairs and environmental law. The foundation also offers assistance in identifying internships and networking opportunities. Applications are available now and due February 1.