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Deadline

March 01, 2026

Scholarship Type(s)

• Unique Criteria

Overview

The Turtle Trackers - Linda Zambelli Family Scholarship Fund was generously established in 2025 by members of the Turtle Trackers Board of Directors. The scholarship honors the life and legacy of Linda Zambelli, in recognition of her leadership, volunteerism, and dedication to the Turtle Trackers. The purpose and focus of this scholarship fund is to provide scholarship support for qualified students pursuing a post-secondary education in the field of Marine Biology, Environmental Sciences or a related area.

Limited Criteria

Eligible applicants are those who meet the following application requirements:

• Applicant must be a high school senior graduating from a public or private high school within the Turtle Trackers service area, in Beaufort County or Jasper County in South Carolina.
• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and legal resident of Beaufort County or Jasper County.
• Applicant must show evidence they have been accepted and are planning to attend an accredited college or university.
• Applicant must show evidence of outstanding academic and personal achievements.
• Applicant must plan to pursue a 2- or 4-year degree program in the areas of Environmental Sciences, STEM, Education or Marine Biology. A preference may be given to applicants with a focus in Marine Biology.
• Applicant must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent on an alternate scale, and should have a score equivalent to or better than the state average on tests designed to measure aptitude for college (e.g., SAT, ACT). 

Guidelines

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