Harper College

Biology Scholarships

Arnesen Biology Scholarship

Requirements:

  • Currently enrolled student who plans to continue at Harper through the next Fall semester.
  • Completed two science classes (including one Biology class) by the end of the Spring semester
    "B" average in science classes.
  • Must submit an essay discussing interest in biology and educational goals.
  • Two letters of recommendation from faculty members, one of which needs to be from a Harper faculty member.

Applicant MUST submit:

  • Scholarship application.
  • Brief essay detailing interest in biology and educational goals.
  • Two letters of recommendation from faculty members, one of which needs to be from a Harper faculty member.
  • Transcripts of courses taken, especially in reference to science courses (unofficial transcripts will be accepted).

Environmental Biology Scholarship Fund

Requirements:

  • Are a new or returning Harper College student who has demonstrated commitment to the study of environmental, ecological or botanical studies
  • GPA from high school or the previous semester in a post-secondary institution must be 2.5 or higher
  • MUST be enrolled at Harper College the semester in which you will receive this award or you will not receive the award in its entirety

Supplemental Questions:

  • Are you committed to studying environmental, ecological or botanical studies?
  • If you answered yes, please briefly describe your commitment to the study of environmental, ecological or botanical studies.
  • Are you a member of any environmental, ecological or botanical clubs or organizations? If yes, please list them here:
  • Have you taken any courses in the environmental, ecological or botanical fields? If so, please list them here:
  • Please submit a letter of recommendation from a science faculty member from any educational institution or a direct supervisor in the sciences related field.

One award will be given out each academic year in the Spring semester. Please see the Financial Aid Office for more information.