Truman D. Picard Scholarship 2025

Intertribal Timber Council started the Truman D. Picard Scholarship Program in honor of Truman Picard. Students who are identified as tribal members of the United States are interested in pursuing studies in natural resources can apply for this program. Under the award, A total of three scholarships will be given up to $2,500 to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students each.

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Truman D. Picard Scholarship – Overview

Eligibility Criteria:

Scholarship applicants will be evaluated on the following criteria:

• Who have identified as tribal members of the United States interested in pursuing studies in natural resources.
• Must be from Alaska.
• Race/Ethnicity: Alaskan Native, Native American

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Application Process:

Here’s what you must submit besides your application.

• Grade transcript
• Recommendation letters
• Present Work Experiences

Letter of application: Should be a maximum of 2 pages in length, and discuss the following:

• a. Your name, permanent mailing address, email address, and phone number.
• b. School currently enrolled in or accepted to, declared major, and expected graduation date.
• c. Academic interest in Forestry and/or Wildland Fire Management.
• d. Commitment to education, community, and your culture.
• e. Financial need.

2. Resume
3. Three letters of reference: Must be on letterhead, signed and dated:

• a. If no letterhead is available through the reference’s organization the referrer should create their own.
• b. Digital and electronic signature accepted.
• c. Dated within the last six months.
• d. Open any sealed documents, if applicable.
• e. Reference letters are not accepted directly from referrals, submit with your completed application

Selection Process:

Applicants will be selected based on academics, community service, and financial needs. 

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