King Conservation Science Scholars
Brookfield Zoo Chicago
Program overview
Curious high school students who have a desire to create positive change and are interested in conservation, zoology, public speaking, and STEAM learning.
Eligibility
Must be enrolled in Grades 9-12 at time of application; fall applicants may be in Grades 9-12, spring applicants must be in Grades 9-11 (Grade 12 not accepted in spring); Grade 8 applicants directed to King Conservation Science Explorers or KCLA Transitions; commit to at least 80 engagement hours per year; follow Zoo and King Academy rules and expectations.
Key details
- Organization
- Brookfield Zoo Chicago
- Type
- Scholars program
- Location
- Brookfield Zoo Chicago
- Format
- remote
- Eligible grades
- 9, 10, 11, 12
- Application deadline
- October 1 (fall cohort) and April 1 (spring cohort)
- Time commitment
- At least 80 engagement hours each year; over 1,000 hours of optional engagement opportunities available.
- Application status
- Applications open twice a year: September 1 to October 1 and March 1 to April 1
How to apply
Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.