Arborjet Taking Root Scholarship

Application Due Date: April 6, 2025

Arborjet “Taking Root” College Scholarship Program

Now in its tenth consecutive year, Arborjet Taking Root Scholarship Program will award eligible applicants up to $10,000. Arborjet | Ecologel, a leader in plant health care, announces the 2025 program will award scholarships to graduating high school seniors, who have a desire to pursue a career in arboriculture or plant health care, with a passion to study the science and technology to advance the industry.

Ideal candidates should demonstrate prior community engagement and a curiosity to explore plant health care needs. This includes, but is not limited to the study of plant pathology, entomology, or chemistry related to invasive insect & disease management, arboriculture, urban forestry, horticulture, and landscape architecture.

“We want parents, educators, counselors and the greater tree care community to join us in encouraging young students to transform their ingenuity and passion into a career in this important industry. Through this scholarship program, we recognize dedicated students who are already demonstrating achievement in their schools and communities, and who want to lend their skills and talents to continue to grow our industry,” said Arborjet President and CEO Russ Davis.

Arborjet’s Taking Root Scholarship Program will open for 2025 on February 1st, 2025. The application period will close on April 6th, 2025.

To apply, click on the link below, create an account with ISTS, and search the program key “Arborjet”.

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If you need assistance during the application process, you may reach out to the ISTS Program Support Team via email at ContactUs@applyISTS.com or click the green help widget at the bottom of your application to live chat with an agent during normal business hours.

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