(last updated 10/16/2008)
To apply for the below listed biology scholarships, please submit: a resume (includes academic & work experiences, previous honors received, extracurricular activities, and career interests); and two faculty references in sealed envelopes
John N. Anderson Scholarship
| Criteria: |
Only current sophomores and juniors with an "A" in every biology course, plus incoming freshmen are eligible for this award. |
| Amount: |
$1,000 |
| Contact: |
Dr. William Sigmund, Chair of Department of Biology Scholarship Committee, Vincent Science Hall, 724-738-2481 |
| Deadline: |
March 15 |
Beta Beta Beta Alumni Scholarship
| Criteria: |
Available to all upperclass biology majors. Preference will be given to an individual who has provided service to the department, typically through Beta Beta Beta. Although this is non-renewable, recipients can reapply for the scholarship the following year. |
| Amount: |
$1000 |
| Contact: |
Dr. William Sigmund, Chair of Department of Biology Scholarship Committee, Vincent Science Hall, 724-738-2481 |
| Deadline: |
March 15 |
The John P Phillips Scholarship
| Criteria: |
Available to all current undergraduates |
| Amount: |
$750 |
| Contact: |
Dr. William Sigmund, Chair of Department of Biology Scholarship Committee, Vincent Science Hall, 724-738-2481 |
| Deadline: |
March 15 |
Frank A. Pugliese "Rock" Scholarship
| Criteria: |
Must be a current junior with a minimum GPA of 2.75 who exhibits a strong work ethic and has provided service to the department as a lab assistant, biology tutor, or through Beta Beta Beta, the biology honorary. An essay describing how his/her experiences as an SRU Biology major have enriched his/her life is required. |
| Amount: |
$1250 |
| Contact: |
Dr. William Sigmund, Chair of Department of Biology Scholarship Committee, Vincent Science Hall, 724-738-2481 |
| Deadline: |
March 15 |
William A. Ralston Scholarship
| Criteria: |
Available to all undergraduates, preference to current junior biology majors. |
| Amount: |
$500 |
| Contact: |
Biology Department, 123 Vincent Science Hall, 724-738-2023 |
| Deadline: |
March 15 |
The William R. Sigmund PJAS Award
| Criteria: |
Available to current biology major undergraduate interested in teaching |
| Amount: |
$200 |
| Contact: |
Dr. William Sigmund, Chair of Department of Biology Scholarship Committee, Vincent Science Hall, 724-738-2481 |
| Deadline: |
March 15 |
Sophomore Biology Honors Scholarship
| Criteria: |
Enrolled as an active biology major with 25-40 semester hours completed at SRU and must be enrolled as a B.A or B.S biology major for the following fall semester. Must have completed Principles of Biology, and General Botany or General Zoology or Genetics and General Chemistry I & II alon with their respective labs Minimum GPA of 3.5 required. Scholarships automatically awarded to the top two students based on cumulative GPA at the conclusion of the freshman year. (No application necessary) |
| Amount: |
$500 |
| Contact: |
Dr. William Sigmund, Chair of Department of Biology Scholarship Committee, Vincent Science Hall, 724-738-2481 |
Genevieve M. Tvrdik Scholarship
| Criteria: |
Available to a current sophomore or junior biology major with a minimum GPA of 3.0. This is a renewable scholarship, with the maintenance of a minimum 3.0 GPA as a biology major, for the remaining years of a four-year program. Preference is given to students with interest in ecology or behavior. |
| Amount: |
$500 |
| Contact: |
Dr. William Sigmund, Chair of Department of Biology Scholarship Committee, Vincent Science Hall, 724-738-2481 |
| Deadline: |
March 15 |
A.P. Vincent Scholarship
| Criteria: |
Awarded to a current junior with a minimum QPA of 3.0 |
| Amount: |
$1000 |
| Contact: |
Dr. William Sigmund, Chair of Department of Biology Scholarship Committee, Vincent Science Hall, 724-738-2481 |
| Deadline: |
March 15 |
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