Rain Bird Intelligent Use of Water Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Landscape Architecture Foundation

Overview

This scholarship, established by Rain Bird Corporation, recognizes outstanding students in landscape architecture, horticulture, or irrigation science. It targets undergraduates in their final two years of study—third-, fourth-, or fifth-year students—who demonstrate commitment through extracurricular involvement and strong academic performance. Selection emphasizes both professional dedication and scholastic achievement. Applicants should review application requirements carefully before submitting.

Description: A merit-based award honoring students pursuing careers in landscape architecture, horticulture, or irrigation science.

Eligibility: Open to students in the final two years of undergraduate study (third-, fourth-, or fifth-year students) with demonstrated extracurricular commitment and exemplary scholastic records.

• For final-stage undergraduate students in relevant fields
• Recognizes academic achievement and professional commitment
• Sponsored by Rain Bird Corporation

How to Apply

All applicants must use the LAF online application system and follow the General Application Guidelines. Submissions must meet stated guidelines and deadlines to be considered; late or incomplete submissions and additional unsolicited materials will not be reviewed. Read all instructions in the online system before uploading materials to ensure compliance. Contact LAF if you have questions about the submission process.

Application Process: Complete the online application as directed in the General Application Guidelines and submit all required documents by the deadline listed in the application system.

• Use the LAF online application system
• Adhere strictly to guidelines and deadlines
• Additional or late materials will not be reviewed

Application Materials

LAF requires a standardized set of materials for all scholarships and fellowships; this scholarship also has specific essay requirements. Prepare each document in the requested file format and size limits, and include identifying text and page numbers where requested. Upload each file according to the online system prompts. Review each item carefully to ensure it meets formatting and content rules.

Required Materials:

• General Submission Form: Complete the online form with contact information and degree program details.
• Photo: Color headshot in JPG format, at least 1800 × 1200 pixels, horizontally oriented, well-lit with a simple background, showing entire head and shoulders. LAF retains the right to use submitted photos in promotion of scholarship programs.
• Bio (150-word max): Short bio in PDF, Microsoft Word, or TXT describing background, education, future plans, and personal interests (150 words or fewer).
• Resume (2 page max): PDF resume/CV (maximum two pages) including education, experience, activities, honors, and awards. Include "Applicant Name/Resume/Scholarship Name" and page number on each page.
• Essay (2 page max, 300 words or less): PDF essay stating career goals and explaining how you will contribute to the advancement of landscape architecture, horticulture, or irrigation science. Limit to 300 words, no more than two pages, margins of at least 1", 10‑point or larger font, and no images or graphics. Include "Applicant Name/Essay/Scholarship Name" and page number on each page.

File Formats and Limits: Submit files in the specified formats (JPG for photos; PDF, DOC/DOCX, or TXT for text files where allowed) and respect page and word limits.

• Follow file-format and page/word limits exactly
• Include required identifying text and page numbers on multi-page documents
• Ensure files are uploaded through the online system only

Sponsor and Support

Rain Bird Corporation develops products and technologies that use water efficiently and supports education, training, and services related to responsible water use and conservation. The scholarship is funded by Rain Bird to encourage future professionals in irrigation, horticulture, and landscape architecture. Visit www.rainbird.com for more information about their Intelligent Use of Water initiatives. LAF expresses gratitude to the individuals and organizations that provide financial support for its scholarship programs.

Sponsorship: Funded by Rain Bird Corporation in support of education and responsible water use.

• Rain Bird promotes efficient and responsible water use
• The scholarship advances education in related professions
• LAF acknowledges donor support for its programs