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Avg. Amount Awarded
44
Days
February 1 2026
Application Deadline
2
Awarded last year
N/A
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Garden Club of America Hope Goddard Iselin Fellowship in Public Horticulture

Description

The Garden Club of America Hope Goddard Iselin Fellowship in Public Horticulture will be awarded to further the study of public horticulture through experiential learning that takes place at a recognized public garden, botanic garden, arboretum, or other closely aligned public horticulture institution within the United States. The fellowship is open to students enrolled in a graduate-level university program to study public horticulture. Students must confirm their ability to conduct research or otherwise utilize facilities where study will be undertaken. Eligibility is open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are enrolled in a U.S.-based institution. This fellowship funds one or more students annually for practical research and training at a recognized public garden, botanic garden, arboretum, or other institution directly engaged with connecting people, plants, and gardening within the United States. Applicants must submit a letter or statement from a contact person at the public horticulture institution where the applicant will undertake their studies. They must also submit two written letters of recommendation, one of which must be from the applicant's major program adviser. Please visit the fellowship's website or contact the Garden Club of America for more information.

Amount Details

$5,000
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Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be a graduate student
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  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying Horticulture/Floriculture

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New York, NY 10022-1006