Scholarships and Fellowships
At The GREEN Program, we are proud to provide financial assistance for sustainability leaders to participate in TGP’s programs abroad.
Scholarship Eligibility
Ethnic diversity
First generation
Women in STEM
Low-income
LGBTQIA2S+
Other
Scholarship applications are reviewed with a few main criteria in mind. Financial need is an important factor for many scholarships, and applicants who demonstrate financial hardship will often be given priority. Additionally, applicants from underserved or disadvantaged backgrounds may also receive special consideration when their applications are evaluated; this includes BIPOC students or those from low-income families. Finally, the quality of the application essay can make a big difference in how scholarship committees view potential recipients; essays should clearly articulate why the student believes they deserve to receive funding and what sets them apart as an applicant. The essay should be well-written with proper grammar and spelling while conveying thoughtful ideas that showcase why they would benefit most from receiving funding over other candidates applying for the same award. Scholarships are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Scholarship Program.
Diverse and unique individuals who are a mission to make a positive impact.
We’ve joined forces with organizations who believe in the power of experiential education. Together, we provide financial support to educate and empower the planet’s future sustainability leaders.
Please be sure to review each scholarship opportunity below to determine which opportunity is the best fit for you. Only candidates who have been accepted into a TGP program will be considered.
The GREEN Scholarship
Program: Any 2023 TGP Travel or Online Program
Scholarship-Type: Partial
Funding Amount: $500-$2,500
Application Deadline: Accepting on a rolling basis
TGP is awarding up to scholarships to future GREENies who are motivated to participate in an upcoming TGP program, and join our alumni community of sustainability leaders.
Ethnic diversity
First generation
Women in STEM
Low-income
LGBTQIA2S+
Other
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*Only accepted TGP students are eligible for scholarships. To apply, complete the program application first HERE. Scholarship recipients are required to write or document their TGP experience which may be highlighted and shared by TGP through our blog and social media channels. GPA is not required.
The GREEN Scholarship for BIPOC Students
Program: Any 2023 TGP Travel or Online Program
Funding Amount: $500-$4,000
Application Deadline: Accepting on a rolling basis
Nearly 40% of TGP alumni identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC). To create a racially just, diverse, and equitable future, The GREEN Program is committed to increasing the representation of BIPOC participants in international education and the sustainability workforce. This GREEN Scholarship provides financial support to BIPOC participants around the world. BIPOC students attending Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) including Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), and Asian American and Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AAPISIs) are strongly encouraged to apply. Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis throughout the year.
What We Look For: To create a future that is truly sustainable, equitable, and inclusive we need everyone involved. Your lived experience and the forces that have shaped who you are—race, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, orientation, disabilities, immigrant status, adventurism, and knowledge about/experience with sustainability issues—are what qualify you to do this work, because each one of us has a unique role to play. Your credentials don’t matter to us as much as sharing more about who you are, the difference you want to make, and how TGP can support you. We also won’t ask for your GPA because we believe that where you’re headed is more important than where you’ve been.
We invite you to bring the fullness of who you are to your TGP experience—to be you, with us. Please take a few minutes to submit your scholarship application, and tell us how we can best support your learning. We can’t wait to learn about your journey, and how TGP can be a catalyst in your personal and professional growth.
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*Only accepted TGP students are eligible for scholarships. To apply, complete the program application first HERE. Scholarship recipients are required to write or document their TGP experience which may be highlighted and shared by TGP through our blog and social media channels. GPA is not required.
Shine On Scholarship by the GivePower Foundation
Program: Nepal Program
Date: May or Dec 2023
Eligibility: Women in Engineering
Funding Amount: $3,790-$4,000
*Accepted on a rolling basis
We are honored to provide the Shine On Scholarship in memory of Kate Slattery, a mechanical engineer and photovoltaic designer for SolarCity who challenged herself and others to work toward a global mission of renewable energy and sustainability.
The Shine On Scholarship helps women in engineering participate in TGP’s Nepal program to study microgrids for rural development. Scholarships awarded by the Slattery family are based on the applicant’s financial need, her understanding of the service component of the program, and her desire to challenge herself and others throughout the TGP experience.
Scholarship recipients are required to write about their TGP experience and include photos. This document will be shared with the Slattery family and over 300 donors who contributed to this GivePower scholarship fund in Kate’s memory. It may also be highlighted and shared by TGP through our blog and social media channels
TGP Expeditions: Patagonia Scholarship
Program: Patagonia, Argentina
Date: October 28 – Nov 5, 2023
Eligibility: Post-Grad, Young Professionals, Professionals
Funding Amount: $2,000 (3)
*Accepted on a rolling basis
TGP is providing $2,000 scholarships to support participants from underrepresented backgrounds to join our professional development and outdoor leadership program in Patagonia, Argentina. Only three scholarship participants will be selected for the Fall 2023 program.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply today!
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*Only accepted TGP participants are eligible for scholarships. To apply, complete the Expeditions application first HERE. Scholarship recipients are required to write or document their TGP experience which may be highlighted and shared by TGP through our blog and social media channels.
2019 Shine On Scholar – Nepal
2020 TGP Scholar – Peru
2019 Happold Foundation Scholar – Nepal
2020 Shine On Scholar – Nepal
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Fellowship Program.
Diverse and creative storytellers.
Fully-funded opportunities.
Applications are closed.
TGP is proud to open our unique international experiences to storytellers because the stories we uncover deserved to be shared. Apply today to report from our world’s epicenters of sustainable development, innovation, and climate resiliency with TGP.
Researchers
TGP Research Fellows are interested in conducting studies based on experiential education, carbon-offsetting, higher education innovation, sustainability, or a topic related to the TGP experience abroad. Apply below.
Videographers
Journalists
Influencers
Become a TGP Scholar or Fellow
*Note: Only participants who have already been accepted into a TGP program will be considered.
Apply to a TGP program HERE.
FAQs
Who typically receives scholarship funding?
The GREEN Program’s Scholarship and Fellowship Programs offers financial support to candidates of diverse backgrounds: Ethnic diversity, low-income, first-generation, women in STEM, and LGTBQIA+.
When will I find out if I am awarded a fellowship or scholarship?
Typically, our team will review applications within 7-10 business days and will respond to all candidates two weeks after the application deadline. You can always contact our team at [email protected].
How do partial scholarships pay for my program fee?
Recipients will have funding allocated to their program fee. To accept the scholarship, recipients must secure their spot with a minimum deposit (non-refundable $500). The recipient is responsible for the program fee’s remaining balance after the scholarship has been allocated. TGP’s standard Terms and Conditions apply.
How competitive are TGP scholarships?
On paper, I don't qualify for your scholarships and still need financial help. What do you recommend?
We recognize that diversity can be represented in many ways, and family income may not fully represent your story. We recommend that you apply and also consider these additional funding resources.
How do you determine financial need?
Candidates who are selected for a scholarship will be required to provide FAFSA documentation (or similar) to prove financial need in order to receive the scholarship.