Students are invited to apply for a $1,500 reimbursement scholarship to attend the 2026 Annual WCISA Conference & Trade Show, themed “Full Circle Arboriculture.” The event will take place April 27 – 30, 2026, in Yosemite, CA.

This scholarship is designed to support students pursuing careers in arboriculture and related fields by covering eligible expenses such as travel, lodging, and conference registration. Recipients will be required to volunteer at the conference—details will be shared with selected students.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be currently enrolled in a 2- or 4-year college or trade school (high school students are not eligible)
• Must be pursuing a degree in Arboriculture or a related field
• Must provide proof of student status before the scholarship is awarded

Important Dates:
Application Deadline: March 27, 2026
Notification of Awards: April 3, 2026
Conference Dates: April 27-30, 2026

Don’t miss this chance to grow your network, gain industry insights, and be part of the future of arboriculture! For questions about the student program, conference registration, or the scholarship application, please contact Rita Franco at rita@wcisa.net.

Professional Scholarship: This scholarship supports conference attendance and travel for those who identify as being underrepresented within the arboricultural community and seek financial assistance to attend the Annual Conference. The Scholarship selection will go through an application process and select a recipient from each state within the chapter (Arizona, California, Hawaii and Nevada). The recipients will be awarded $1500 to help cover travel expenses, accommodations, and the conference registration. Recipients will be part of our volunteer group.

Eligibility: Applicants must reside in the Western Chapter area, work in arboriculture, and identify as underrepresented in the industry.