WWF, the global conservation organization leading international efforts for a living planet, has instituted WWF Memorial Scholarships to honor the later conservation leaders who lost their lives in the tragic helicopter accident near Ghunsa, Taplejung on 23 September 2006.
WWF Nepal calls for application for WWF Memorial Scholarships 2024/25 from promising Nepali students who intend to pursue Master and Bachelor Degree in the field of environment and biodiversity conservation in Nepal.
Jillian Bowling Memorial Scholarship
In honor of Jillian Bowling Schlaepfer and her life-long commitment to conservation, WWF Nepal awards the Jillian Bowling Schlaepfer Memorial Scholarship to promising students to pursue a Bachelor's Degree in environment and biodiversity conservation in Nepal. The scholarship is available to Nepali citizens who have completed their higher secondary education and have either applied, secured admission, or started classes (2023/24 session) at a university in Nepal.
Benefits
The scholarship recipient will receive Nepali Rupees. 569,400.00 for 4 years to cover tuition, field equipment, and field tour fees, living expenses, books and supplies, and thesis research costs while pursuing their bachelor’s degree in a conservation-related field at a university in Nepal. Scholars will also have the opportunity to interact with WWF staff on conservation projects in Nepal.
NOTE: WWF reserves the sole right to reduce or split the scholarship amount between deserving candidates if needed.
Eligibility
All applicants must be citizens of Nepal not exceeding 25 years of age at the time of application to be eligible for Jillian Bowling Schlaepfer Memorial Scholarship. Applicants must have applied or be admitted to a Bachelor's degree program in a conservation-related field at a university in Nepal. Students must be in their first year/semester of study.
Selection Criteria
Jillian Bowling Schlaepfer Memorial scholar is selected through a competitive, merit-based process. A selection committee is convened to review all eligible applications, interview candidates, and select a pool of finalists. Finalists are chosen based on the following criteria:
- Applicants will be judged on their academic achievement (SLC & 10+2 or equivalent results) and motivation and commitment to conservation in Nepal and performance during the personal interview.
- Preference will be given to applicants from regions where WWF has active field projects.
An independent selection committee will review all eligible applications and select the person who best fulfills these requirements as the winner of the Jillian Bowling Schlaepfer Memorial Scholarship.
Application Instructions
- Complete all pages of the application form.
- Type your name at the top right corner of each page of the application form.
- Sign the "Applicant Agreement" page (Section V of the application).
- Email or send the application along with two letters of recommendation, academic transcripts and certificates, citizenship certificate, and examination scores to the address below.
To apply, click here.
Interested applicants are requested to apply via the provided links by 17:00 hours on 20th March 2025. Submission of a completed application form and all the listed required documents is mandatory.
Please note only digital applications will be accepted.
For quries, please email at memorialscholarships@wwfnepal.org
