Announcing the 2025 Trout in the Classroom Scholarship!

Are you a graduating high school senior passionate about conservation, ecology, or the environment? Have you participated in the Trout in the Classroom (TIC) program sponsored by the Farmington Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited? If so, keep reading!

The Farmington Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited is proud to announce the Trout in the Classroom 2025 Scholarship! This scholarship is designed to support students pursuing higher education in fields connected to conservation and environmental stewardship.

Scholarship Highlights:

  • Eligibility Requirements:

    • Must be a graduating high school senior.

    • Current or former participant in the TIC program sponsored by FVTU.

    • Application must include signatures from the student applicant and a parent or guardian.

    • Applicants must major in one of the following fields:

      • Conservation

      • Ecology

      • Environmental Science

      • Environmental Engineering

      • Fisheries Biology

      • Forestry

      • Marine Science

      • Natural Resource Management

      • Wildlife Biology

  • Essay Requirement:

    • Submit a 500-word essay on the topic: "How did the Trout in the Classroom Program influence your intended course of study?"

  • Important Deadlines:

    • Applications must be postmarked by March 17, 2025.

    • The winner will be notified via email by April 15, 2025.

How to Apply:

  1. Download the application form by clicking here.

  2. Complete the application, ensuring all required fields and signatures are included.

  3. Submit your essay along with your application. Make sure all attachments include your name and high school.

  4. Mail your completed application and essay to:

    John DiVenere, President FVTU
    139 Hopmeadow Road
    Bristol, CT 06010

Why Apply?

This scholarship is more than financial support—it's a recognition of your passion and dedication to protecting our natural world. By applying, you’ll showcase how the TIC program has shaped your academic and career goals, setting you apart as a future leader in environmental conservation.

If you have any questions regarding this scholarship, please submit them here.

Good luck to all applicants!