The Timothy S. and Palmer W. Bigelow, Jr. Scholarship was established in 1988 by the Bigelow family to support students from New England pursuing careers in horticulture. The Bigelow family has long believed that student scholarships represent one of the most important investments the horticulture industry can make. Through this fund, the family continues its commitment to education as a cornerstone for the growth and development of the nursery and landscape profession. Applicants must be pursuing or pursue a career in any aspect of the nursery industry, including having a desire to own their own business. Preference will also be given to applicants who have financial need. Applicants must be an enrolled student in good academic standing during the semester the scholarship is granted, pursuing either an Associate or Bachelor's degree, or Master's or Doctoral degree. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation. At least one letter must be from a professor or faculty member. The second letter may be from a professor, employer, or professional mentor. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Horticultural Research Institute for more information.