Deadline approaching for scholarship application

WOBURN, Mass. – The deadline for Arborjet’s inaugural “Taking Root” Scholarship Program is approaching, and all applications must be postmarked by June 30, 2014.

The company accepts applications from students who plan to pursue a career in arboriculture.

“We’re gratified to see the outpouring of interest from students and their families in these scholarships,” said Russ Davis, President and COO of Arborjet. “Our industry is growing and offers terrific opportunities for young people seeking to turn their ingenuity and passion into a career in the exciting field of arboriculture and tree care.”

Arborjet is providing up to 10 $1,000 scholarships for graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue full-time studies in forestry, plant sciences, horticulture, entomology, environmental science, or a related major at an accredited two-year or four-year college.

Applicants must be graduating U.S. high school seniors who plan to major in a forestry course of study or related major for the entire 2014-15 academic year. Interested students and educators can find out more by visiting Arborjet.com and applying directly here.

The application deadline is June 30, 2014.