Pest Management Foundation Scholarships

Scholarship Sponsored by Pest Management Foundation

Program Overview

This collection summarizes scholarships administered for students pursuing studies related to pest management, entomology, STEAM, agriculture, and related sciences. Each award targets specific populations, institutions, or fields and varies in value and eligibility requirements. Program administrators encourage applicants to review each scholarship's criteria carefully before applying. Where a common application window applies, details are noted in the timeline section below.

• Multiple awards target entomology, pest management, agriculture, and related STEM/STEAM fields.
• Eligibility ranges from high school seniors to current undergraduate and graduate students.
• Award sizes vary and some scholarships prioritize family ties to the pest management industry or specific states.

Application Timeline & Notification

Scholarship applications are accepted annually from October 1 through November. Recipients are typically notified in mid-January. Applicants should verify deadlines and any program-specific requirements for individual scholarships before applying.

• General application window: October 1 through November.
• Notification of recipients: mid-January.
• Confirm timelines on each scholarship's specific materials for exceptions.

All-American Pest Control STEAM Trailblazer Scholarship

This scholarship recognizes and supports outstanding young women who demonstrate promise in science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics (STEAM). The award aims to empower recipients to pursue advanced study and careers in STEAM fields. Applicants should demonstrate leadership, academic potential, and a commitment to their chosen STEAM discipline.

Description: Honors and empowers young women pursuing STEAM disciplines.

Eligibility: Young women with demonstrated interest and achievement in STEAM.

• Focus on female students in STEAM fields.
• Emphasizes leadership and academic promise.
• Applicants should review specific application requirements for supporting materials.

Arrow Exterminators Scholarship

This $1,000 scholarship supports currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students in any major. Preference is given to applicants whose families work in the pest control industry or who reside in states where Arrow operates. The award is intended to reduce financial barriers for continuing education.

Description: Annual scholarship for currently enrolled college students.

Eligibility: Undergraduates or graduate students; priority for families in pest control or residents of Arrow service states.

Award Value: $1,000

• Open to undergraduates and graduate students in any major.
• Priority given to families connected to the pest control industry and local residents.
• $1,000 award to support continued education.

Bruce and Evelyn Bowman Scholarship

This scholarship awards $1,000 annually to a graduating high school senior in Hawaii. Eligible applicants must have a parent or guardian employed in pest management. The award supports the recipient's transition to college.

Description: Annual scholarship for Hawaii high school seniors with family ties to pest management.

Eligibility: Graduating senior in Hawaii with a parent or guardian working in pest management.

Award Value: $1,000

• Geographically limited to Hawaii.
• Requires a parent or guardian employed in pest management.
• Intended for students entering college.

Daniel J. and Robert E. Klein Scholarship

This $1,000 scholarship is awarded each year to a graduating high school senior entering college or a trade school. The award is intended to assist with initial postsecondary education expenses. Applicants should meet graduation and enrollment criteria specified by the program.

Description: Annual scholarship for graduating high school seniors entering higher education or trade school.

Eligibility: Graduating senior planning to enter college or trade school.

Award Value: $1,000

• Supports transition from high school to college or trade school.
• Open to graduating seniors meeting program requirements.
• $1,000 award to help with education costs.

Dr. Phil Koehler Scholarship

The Phil Koehler Scholarship awards one scholarship of up to $1,000 to support college education in entomology or pest management research. The scholarship is intended for students pursuing advanced study or research in these specialized areas. Applicants should demonstrate academic focus in entomology or related research.

Description: Supports education in entomology or pest management research.

Eligibility: Students pursuing college-level studies or research in entomology or pest management.

Award Value: Up to $1,000

• Targets entomology and pest management research students.
• Single award each cycle, up to $1,000.
• Applicants should document research or academic focus in the field.

Emily and Hugh Kendrick Family Scholarship

This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a graduating high school student from Georgia, Wyoming, or Colorado who is entering college or trade school. The award supports students from those specific states in pursuing postsecondary education. Applicants should meet state residency and graduation requirements.

Description: Annual scholarship for students from select states entering higher education.

Eligibility: Graduating high school senior from Georgia, Wyoming, or Colorado entering college or trade school.

Award Value: $1,000

• Restricted to Georgia, Wyoming, and Colorado residents.
• For graduating seniors entering college or trade school.
• $1,000 award to support postsecondary education.

Gary D. Curl and Carol Jones-Curl Scholarship

This scholarship was established to support students pursuing careers in professional pest management. The award targets those committed to entering the pest management profession and seeking related education or training. Applicants should demonstrate their interest in professional pest management as a career path.

Description: Supports students pursuing careers in professional pest management.

Eligibility: Students committed to pursuing a career in pest management.

• Audience: aspiring pest management professionals.
• Focus on career preparation in the industry.
• Applicants should demonstrate commitment to the field.

Jim Ogle Scholarship

The Jim Ogle Scholarship awards one scholarship of up to $1,000 to support college education in entomology or pest management research. It is intended to help students further their studies and research in these specialized disciplines. Applicants should document academic or research plans in the relevant fields.

Description: Supports education and research in entomology or pest management.

Eligibility: Students pursuing college or research work in entomology or pest management.

Award Value: Up to $1,000

• Focused on entomology and pest management research.
• Single award up to $1,000.
• Applicants should demonstrate relevant academic or research goals.

Joe Thomas Scholarship

This $1,000 scholarship is available to currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students at the University of Tennessee. The award supports continuing education for students at that institution. Applicants must be enrolled at the University of Tennessee to qualify.

Description: Scholarship for University of Tennessee students.

Eligibility: Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students at the University of Tennessee.

Award Value: $1,000

• Restricted to University of Tennessee students.
• Open to undergraduates and graduate students.
• $1,000 award to support continued education.

Kevin J. Burns Scholarship

The Kevin J. Burns Scholarship supports students pursuing degrees in the sciences who intend to build careers that make a difference. The award focuses on academic promise and potential impact in scientific fields. Applicants should demonstrate commitment to scientific study and future contribution.

Description: Supports science students aiming to build impactful careers.

Eligibility: Students pursuing degrees in the sciences.

• Targets students in scientific disciplines.
• Emphasis on career impact and potential.
• Applicants should demonstrate academic promise in science.

New Jersey Pest Management Association Pest Professional Stewardship Scholarship

This $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating high school senior in New Jersey entering the field of professional pest management. Eligible applicants must have a parent or guardian working in pest management. The award supports students beginning careers in the pest management industry.

Description: Annual scholarship for New Jersey seniors entering pest management.

Eligibility: Graduating New Jersey high school senior with a parent or guardian in pest management.

Award Value: $1,000

• Geographically restricted to New Jersey.
• Requires family employment in pest management.
• Intended for students entering professional pest management careers.

NPMA Bright Futures Scholarship

The NPMA Bright Futures Scholarship supports the next generation of pest management professionals by inspiring innovation and excellence in the industry. The program aims to honor past leadership and encourage progress within the field. Applicants should demonstrate potential to contribute to the pest management profession.

Description: Scholarship to inspire innovation and support future pest management professionals.

Eligibility: Students seeking to pursue careers in pest management (specific criteria vary by award cycle).

• Focus on industry innovation and professional development.
• Supports emerging talent in pest management.
• Check specific application materials for eligibility details.

PCO Bookkeepers & M&A Specialists Future Accountants in Pest Management Scholarship

This scholarship encourages and supports aspiring accounting professionals interested in careers within the pest management industry. It is designed to build a talent pipeline of accountants familiar with the financial needs of pest management businesses. Applicants should demonstrate interest in accounting and the pest management sector.

Description: Supports students pursuing accounting careers in pest management.

Eligibility: Aspiring accounting students with interest in the pest management industry.

• Targets future accountants serving the pest management sector.
• Emphasizes industry-focused accounting career paths.
• Applicants should show commitment to accounting and pest management.

Pest Management Foundation Scholarships

The Pest Management Foundation Scholarship Program awards up to five scholarships of up to $2,000 each to outstanding students enrolled in accredited entomology programs at U.S. colleges or universities. The awards support advanced study and training in entomology. Applicants must be enrolled in qualifying accredited programs.

Description: Competitive scholarships for students in accredited entomology programs.

Eligibility: Students at U.S. colleges or universities enrolled in accredited entomology programs.

Award Value: Up to five scholarships of up to $2,000 each

• Specifically for accredited entomology program students in the U.S.
• Multiple awards available each cycle (up to five).
• Each award can be up to $2,000 to support entomology education.

Phil Gregory Scholarship for Young Pest Management Professionals

The Phil Gregory Scholarship supports students who aim to enter the pest management industry. It is intended to help develop the next generation of professionals by providing financial assistance to those starting their careers. Applicants should express clear intent to pursue a career in pest management.

Description: Scholarship for students planning to join the pest management industry.

Eligibility: Students seeking to pursue careers in pest management.

• Focuses on early-career or aspiring pest management professionals.
• Designed to encourage entry into the industry.
• Applicants should demonstrate career intent in pest management.

Plunkett’s Pest Control Scholarship

Plunkett’s Pest Control awards one annual scholarship totaling $1,000 to support students pursuing studies related to pest control. The award is intended to assist students who are preparing for careers in the pest control field. Applicants should demonstrate interest in or commitment to the pest control profession.

Description: Annual $1,000 scholarship to support students in the pest control field.

Eligibility: Students pursuing studies related to pest control (specific criteria may apply).

Award Value: $1,000

• One yearly award of $1,000.
• Supports students in pest control-related studies.
• Check application details for eligibility requirements.

Sprague Pest Solutions Scholarship

This $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually to an undergraduate or graduate student whose studies focus on urban entomology, rodentology, or biological sciences. The award supports academic advancement in disciplines directly related to urban pest management. Applicants should document their academic focus in one of the specified areas.

Description: Scholarship for students studying urban entomology, rodentology, or related biological sciences.

Eligibility: Undergraduate or graduate students with relevant study focus.

Award Value: $1,000

• Targets urban entomology, rodentology, and biological sciences students.
• Open to undergraduates and graduate students.
• $1,000 award to support field-related studies.

The Masters Talents Scholarship

The Masters Talents Scholarship exists to provide opportunities to students who may lack clear sources of support. The program focuses on offering assistance where it can create meaningful educational impact. Applicants should present their needs and demonstrate how the scholarship would enable their academic progress.

Description: Scholarship intended to assist students in need of support for educational advancement.

Eligibility: Applicants demonstrating need and a potential for academic progress (specific criteria may vary).

• Aims to provide opportunity where support is scarce.
• Focuses on impactful assistance for education.
• Applicants should document need and potential benefit.

Tim and Kathy Pollard Scholarship

This scholarship supports currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students majoring in the College of Agriculture at Auburn University, with priority given to those whose families serve in the pest control industry. The award aims to bolster agricultural education with ties to pest management. Applicants should be enrolled in Auburn's College of Agriculture and meet priority criteria where applicable.

Description: Supports agriculture students at Auburn University, prioritizing families connected to pest control.

Eligibility: Current undergraduate or graduate students in the College of Agriculture at Auburn University; priority for families in pest control.

• Restricted to Auburn University College of Agriculture students.
• Priority given to applicants with family ties to pest control.
• Intended to support agricultural education related to the industry.

Versacor Enterprises Scholarship

The Versacor Enterprises Scholarship is for students attending a Texas college or university who are pursuing degrees in urban entomology or urban pest management. The award supports education in disciplines directly related to urban pest management within Texas institutions. Applicants should be enrolled at a Texas higher education institution and demonstrate relevant study focus.

Description: Scholarship for Texas students studying urban entomology or urban pest management.

Eligibility: Students enrolled at Texas colleges or universities pursuing degrees in urban entomology or urban pest management.

• Restricted to Texas colleges and universities.
• Focus on urban entomology and urban pest management degrees.
• Applicants must document enrollment and field of study.