EHS and Sustainability Scholarships

As an EHS and Sustainability student, you are eligible for a variety of scholarships, including merit scholarships, and financial aid to reduce the cost of tuition.

Fall 2020/Fall 2021 Scholarships

American Electric Power (AEP) Foundation Scholarship

American Electric Power (AEP) has generously provided the University of Findlay with $240,000 to award scholarships over the next 5 years. This scholarship was established by the AEP Foundation to provide aid to students enrolled in the EHS&S Program, and students must be enrolled in EHS&S courses to receive the award. Preference will also be given to students who demonstrate financial need. Contact your admissions officer to learn how to apply.

Findlay Financial Aid

To find out about the financial aid and general scholarships you are eligible for, please visit our financial aid page.

Industry Scholarships

EHS organizations offer a variety of scholarships to promote careers in the industry. Below are several sites where you can explore EHS scholarship opportunities.

American Industrial Hygiene Foundation

American Society of Safety Professionals

Ohio Environmental Health Association

Ohio Environmental Protection Agency

Public Health Scholarships

National Environmental Health Association

Water Management Association of Ohio

EHS and Sustainability Endowed Scholarships

You can reduce the cost of your education by earning one or more of the University’s endowed scholarships. Students are encouraged to apply for these scholarships each year they are at Findlay. It is an online application process that typically takes place in February and scholarships earned will be applied to the student's account for the next academic year. To learn more about general endowed scholarships you may be eligible for, please visit the main endowed scholarship page.

BP Foundation Operating Scholarship

BP America and the BP Foundation have established the BP Foundation Operating Scholarship at The University of Findlay to encourage and prepare young people for careers in the environment, health, and safety (EHS) field. BP is one of the world's leading international oil and gas companies, providing its customers with fuel for transportation, energy for heat and light, retail services and petrochemicals products for everyday items. This scholarship is awarded to students in their sophomore, junior or senior year of study who are enrolled in the EHS and Sustainability major or who have demonstrated an interest in an environmental career. Students must have a 3.0 GPA or better.

Donald C. Higgins Scholarship

The Donald C. Higgins scholarship was established by the friends and family of Donald C. Higgins and is awarded to a student majoring in environment, health, safety, and sustainability. The student’s hometown residence must be in a county served by the Northwest District office of the Ohio EPA.

Dow U.S.A. Science Scholarship

The Kent Davis - Dow U.S.A. Science Scholarship was established by Kent Davis and employees of Dow Chemical USA. in 1992 for juniors who have a declared major in the natural sciences. Recipients must have a 3.0 or better GPA.

Dr. Michael T. Homsher Memorial Scholarship

The Dr. Michael T. Homsher Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund was established by the friends and family of Michael T. Homsher. Dr. Homsher began his career at The University of Findlay in August 1990 as a professor in environmental, safety and health management. He retired December 31, 2013. He was named Professor Emeritus spring, 2014. This scholarship is awarded to full-time undergraduate students majoring in the college of sciences, specifically EHS and Sustainability, Chemistry and Biology. The recipient may be in their sophomore, junior or senior year of study and must have a 3.0 GPA or better.

Dr. Wendell Moyer Scholarship

The Dr. Wendell Moyer Scholarship was established in memory of Wendell W. Moyer ’24, whose lifetime profession was as a research chemist. It is awarded to an honor student who has high character and is majoring in natural science or math.

Dudley Laser ’23 and Mary (Marks ’17) Lea Scholarship

The Dudley Laser and Mary (Marks '17) Lea Scholarship was established by the late Mary and Dudley Lea, lifelong residents of Findlay. The scholarship is awarded annually to students majoring in environment, health, safety, and sustainability, business or language who demonstrate steady academic progress and a high degree of involvement in activities on campus.

Emma May Gray '66 Scholarship

Alumna, Emma May Gray, Class of 1966 and a history major, established this scholarship to assist students in furthering their education at The University of Findlay; The recipient(s) shall be a Math or Science major and a graduate of a Hancock County, Ohio high school. Said recipient shall have a 3.0 or better GPA and be in their junior or senior year of study.

Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Scholarship

Lael and William Carter have established this scholarship to encourage students from The University of Findlay to enter the Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health profession. This award shall be made to a qualified student irrespective of her or his financial need. The recipients may be in their junior or senior years and must have a 3.0 GPA.

Glenn and Helen Stout Scholarship

Dr. Glenn E. ’42 and Helen (Beery ’44) Stout established the Glenn and Helen Stout Scholarship to recognize students with a major in the natural sciences area. Preference is given to students interested in atmospheric and/or water sciences. Dr. Stout received an honorary Doctor of Science degree in 1973.

Harold and Lucille Crosby Scholarship

Established by Mr. and Mrs. Philip Crosby, the Harold and Lucille Crosby Scholarship provides assistance to an incoming freshman majoring in the area of natural sciences. The recipient should demonstrate distinct Christian ethics and have leadership qualities as indicated by involvement in extracurricular activities in high school or preparatory school. Harold and Lucille Crosby were Mr. Philip Crosby’s aunt and uncle.

Jim and Karen (Van Nice ’72) Spurgat College of Science Research Endowment Fund

In conjunction with the 125th Endowed Funds Drive, Jim C. and Karen L. (Van Nice ’72) Spurgat established this endowment to provide support for research to the College of Science.

Katharine Ballard Reed Memorial Scholarship

The Katharine Ballard Reed Memorial Scholarship was established by Dr. Charles Reed and Dr. Joseph Reed in memory of their mother, Katharine Ballard Reed, a lifelong resident of Findlay and neighbor of the UF campus. The scholarship is awarded annually to students in the field of natural sciences with outstanding academic records entering their junior or senior year.

Marathon Petroleum Corporation ESOH Operating Scholarship

Marathon Petroleum Corporation's (MPC) HES&S Division established the Marathon Petroleum Corporation Operating Scholarship at the University of Findlay to encourage the students that are seeking employment as Health, Environmental, Safety & Security (HES&S) professional in the petroleum industry. It is the donor's desire to strengthen the partnership between MPC and UF by graduating well-prepared environment, health, safety & sustainability students. Students may be in any year of study and must have a 3.0 GPA or better.

Marjorie M. McGranahan-Mildred F. McGranahan-Shafer-Van Dorn-McGranahan Scholarship

The Shafer-Van Dorn-McGranahan Scholarship was created in memory of 1941 graduate Mildred McGranahan’s maternal grandmother, Mary Shafer Van Dorn (1862-1928), and her mother, Fern Van Dorn McGranahan (1895-1962). Their lives spanned an era “progressing” from spinning and knitting homemade calicos to purchasing off-the-rack, ready-made clothing. Both spent their lives as dedicated farmers. The family farm was started in 1902. The stewardship of the farm’s lands is the source of this scholarship. It is the donor’s hope that it provides encouragement to those who receive the scholarship to be aware of mankind’s place in the ecosystem — from the most intimate of individual sociological commitments to the biological-ecological effects of the whole. It is hoped that the scholarship recipient, in turn, becomes a “steward of land” wherever and however he/she may fulfill his/her days. Upon Mildred’s passing in May 2010, her request to add her sister’s name to this fund was honored; and in April 2011, Mildred’s name was added to the fund at the request of Marjorie.

Ohio Environmental Service Industries (OESI) Operating Scholarship

This scholarship has been established by the board members of OESI to encourage and prepare young people for careers in the environmental field. OESI is an association of Ohio commercial hazardous waste management facilities and affiliated companies.

Professor Harold Newhard Memorial Scholarship

In conjunction with the Give Voice to Your Values Campaign, Dr. Jacob F. Froning established the Professor Harold Newhard Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund. Professor Newhard was a Mathematics and Physics faculty member at Findlay College from 1944-1967. The planetarium on the University campus is also named for Professor Newhard. This scholarship celebrates Professor Newhard's impact on Findlay College students during his time on the faculty. The scholarship is awarded to mathematics or physical science majors with a 3.0 GPA or better.

Valicor Environmental Services LLC

The management team of United Solutions Inc., who are also UF alumni, established the Valicor Environmental Services Inc LLC Scholarship Endowment Fund, formerly United Solutions Inc., at the University of Findlay in commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the environmental program. This scholarship shall be awarded to an environment, health, safety, and sustainability major with at least a 2.80 GPA.

Whirlpool Foundation Scholarship for Women and Minorities

The Whirlpool Foundation Scholarship for Women and Minorities was funded through Whirlpool’s Findlay Division and is awarded to a junior-year student majoring in environment, health, safety, and sustainability who has at least a 2.75 GPA and demonstrated financial need.

William J. Jutte Memorial Scholarship

The William J. Jutte Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund has been established by friends and family in memory of Mr. Jutte. The scholarship shall be awarded to students majoring in Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability with first preference given to a student interested in cancer issues. The recipient must have a 3.20 GPA and demonstrated need.

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