College Student Conference Scholarship
This scholarship provides future professionals interested in pursuing a career in the recreation field with financial assistance to attend the 2026 NYSRPS Annual Conference. Attending the conference and being a member of the society provides amazing opportunities to students who are interested in entering the field. Participants will have the opportunity to network with recreation professionals from across New York State, attend educational sessions on current trends and issues impacting the field, and build connections that support their future careers in parks and recreation.
Scholarship recipients will receive complimentary conference registration to the NYSRPS Annual Conference and NYSRPS student membership for the 2026-2027 year. Additional assistance for lodging or conference-related expenses may be available based on sponsorship funding and scholarship availability.
Eligibility Requirements
- Be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university program
- Be pursuing a degree in parks and recreation, therapeutic recreation, leisure studies, sports management, public administration, education, or a related field.
Application Procedure
- Complete the official Student Conference Scholarship Application Form.
- Submit all required supporting documents through the application portal, including a resume, etc.
- All application materials must be received by the published deadline. Incomplete applications or applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
- Applications will be reviewed by a Future Professional Scholarship Review Committee appointed by NYSRPS.
- Scholarship recipients will be notified following the review process by October 2nd.
- If selected as a scholarship recipient, complete conference registration through the NYSRPS online registration system by the specified deadline.
Thank you to Parkitects for their continued support and for helping shape the future of parks and recreation. 
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Deadline has passed. Thank you for your interest in professional development.
As we continue investing in the future of our field, we look forward to reviewing your application!
-NYSRPS Friends Committee