Nepal Conservation Memorial Scholarship 2019/20
In honor of the 24 conservation heroes who lost their lives in the tragic helicopter accident of 23rd September 2006 and their commitment to preserving Nepal's rich natural heritage, WWF awards the Nepal Conservation Memorial Scholarship to promising students who wish to pursue Bachelor's Degree in environment and biodiversity conservation in Nepal. The Scholarship is available to Nepali citizens who have either applied or secured admission or have started classes (2019/20 session) at a university in Nepal.
Benefits
The scholarship recipient will receive Nepali Rupees 569,400.00 over a period of 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. 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 to be eligible for Nepal Conservation 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.
Selection
Nepal Conservation Memorial Scholars are selected through a competitive, merit-based process. A selection committee is convened to review 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 ethnic/indigenous minority and Dalit groups.
Note: Proof of certification on ethnic/indigenous/minority/Dalit status from concerned authority is required at the time of application. The applicant who fulfills all of the above criteria and is considered the most qualified and deserving student by the selection committee will win the Nepal Conservation Memorial Scholarship.
The application deadline for Nepal Conservation Memorial Scholarship is 8th March 2020
Please send your application to:
Nepal Conservation Memorial Scholarships
WWF Nepal Program
Baluwatar, Post Box 7660
Kathmandu, Nepal
OR
Send an email with subject line “Nepal Conservation Memorial Scholarship 2019/20” to:
memorialscholarships@wwfnepal.org
(Please write the name of the scholarship applied for on the envelope and/or email subject)