Desert Studies The Garden Club of America Award in Desert Studies
Supports advanced undergraduates and graduate students researching or interning in horticulture, conservation, or botany with a focus on sustainability in arid landscapes.
Funder: Garden Club of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $4,000 for one year; funds one or more scholars annually
Summary: Supports advanced undergraduate and graduate students studying horticulture, conservation, botany, or related fields focused on arid landscapes, with preference for practical field experience.
Key Information: Only one GCA scholarship, fellowship, or award may be applied for annually per applicant.
Description
This award promotes the study of horticulture, conservation, botany, environmental science, and landscape design as they relate to arid landscapes. It is intended for advanced undergraduate (junior or senior) and graduate students, with a strong preference for those seeking practical field experience, especially through structured internships at accredited botanical gardens or arboreta. The program aims to address the challenges posed by expanding desert areas in the U.S. and globally by supporting students focused on sustainability, rainwater harvesting, and plant management in arid environments.
