Zoo scholarships can help ignite a spark of inspiration, offering students exceptional educational prospects they might otherwise never encounter.
We proudly present various scholarship opportunities, enriching both schools and individuals. Don't hesitate to apply early, as our funding is limited, but the potential for life-changing experiences is boundless.
Learning is Wild Scholarship
Engaging students in the discovery of our natural world is how we build future conservationists. We are excited to offer the Learning is Wild Scholarship, thanks to the generous support of the American Electric Power Foundation, to help teachers provide a memorable experience for their students. The scholarship will fund up to 75 percent of the group’s field trip costs.
- September 5, 2023 - December 12, 2023
- January 1, 2024 - June 7, 2024
Funds may be used for:
- Admission to the Zoo for School Groups
- Transportation to and from the Zoo. 75% of the transportation costs or $300 per school, whichever is the lesser of the two, may be applied for transportation.
Learning is Wild Scholarship qualifications:
- Public schools in Central Ohio where 30 percent or more of the student population are on the free or reduced lunch program
- Private and independent schools in Central Ohio where 30 percent or more of the student population attends on scholarship
What happens after I am approved?
- Once your scholarship is approved, the Conservation Education Department will notify you of the approval status via email.
- You will receive a unique promotional code to register and pay for your trip.
- After you visit the Zoo, scholarship recipients will be required to complete an online survey. The survey will provide the Zoo with vital information to guide us in providing valuable opportunities to school groups in the future.
All Learning is Wilds Scholarship funds have been awarded for Spring 2024. Please check back in August for the 2024/2025 application.
Individual Scholarships