James R. Welch Scholarship
Association of Applied Paleontological Sciences
Award: $1000 – $1000
Deadline: November
To assist graduate level students doing research in macro invertebrate fossils. Qualifications: Applicants must be graduate level students in paleontology attending universities worldwide; must be active in field research and collecting; applicant does not need to be a member of the Association of Applied Paleontological Sciences. Selection criteria: Applicants are selected based on the criteria set by the Association and if they meet the approval of the board of directors and the membership. How to apply: Applicants must submit online nomination form; a letter of application outlining applicants project, including a summery of what the scholarship is needed for; a letter of recommendation from one or more of applicants professors or advisors; a current Curriculum Vitae or Collage Transcript; a current photograph of the Applicant, which can be emailed. It must be at least 400 pixels X 600 pixels and 72 dpi. Focus: Paleontology.