The Pest Management Foundation has a number of scholarships for students. The application period is now closed. Scholarship applications are accepted from October 1 through November 30th each year. Scholarship recipients will be notified in mid-January.

Award Amount: One (1) award per year totaling $2,000

The Graycen Vargo Excellence Award was established to honor the life and legacy of Graycen Vargo. Graycen lived with an unmatched momentum. He brought energy and purpose into everything he did, especially athletics, where his competitive spirit and determination elevated those around him. While he was known for his resilience and refusal to back down from a challenge on the field, Graycen’s strength was not limited to his athleticism. It showed in his consistency, loyalty, and the way he showed up for the people he loved. This scholarship, made possible through generous contributions of those impacted by Graycen, will support students who share Graycen’s passions, values, and his planned pursuits in life.  

Eligibility Criteria:

• Full-time student in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Applicants must be currently enrolled full-time as a high school senior or as a student at an accredited college, university, or trade school.
• Preference given to those applicants actively involved in cross-country, track, or baseball.
• Preference given to those applicants who demonstrate an intention to pursue a career in law, including plans to attend law school or to complete an undergraduate or graduate degree in a law-related field.

Application Requirements:

• Resume or curriculum vitae.
• Current unofficial academic transcript.
• A one-page (minimum) essay describing the applicant’s professional goals and aspirations and how he/she plans to use their studies to contribute to their field of study.
• At least one (1) letter of recommendation from individuals who can speak to the applicant’s work ethic, academic progress, and how he/she plans to use their studies to contribute to their field.
• Other supporting documents (research papers and proposals, faculty research participation, related industry internship participation, fellowship projects, industry work experience, etc.) can also be submitted.
• Recipients must commit to writing a letter of appreciation outlining how the scholarship has helped them in their academic endeavors.