January 6, 2027

Switzer Environmental Fellowship

Direct application

$17,000

Eligibility

Location
United States
Education level
Graduate
Status
United States
Enrollment
Full-time

About this scholarship

U.S. citizens, permanent residents, DACA recipients, or refugees/asylees enrolled full-time in accredited U.S. graduate programs whose careers focus on environmental improvement and social equity may apply for the Switzer Environmental Fellowship.

The one-year fellowship includes a $17,000 unrestricted cash award, leadership retreats, and access to the Switzer Network.

Required materials include a 2 to 3 page essay, two recommendations, a resume, graduate transcripts, and short-answer questions.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • 2- to 3-page essay
  • Two recommendations
  • Resume
  • Graduate transcripts
  • Short-answer questions
  • The fellowship is a one-year award and includes leadership retreats and Switzer Network access.