Climate Scholars Program
Climate Scholars Pilot Program
Passionate about climate change, sustainability, and environmental issues? Looking to join an engaged community of students, faculty, and staff? Are you a current Dartmouth undergrad '27, '28 or '29?
Then the Climate Scholars 2026-2027 pilot program might be for you!
This brand-new program is designed to enrich your academic experience while building a supportive, interdisciplinary community. Through hands-on workshops, discussions, and events, you’ll engage with pressing climate questions from policy, scientific, and social perspectives. Participants will have opportunities to connect closely with faculty, graduate students, visiting scholars, and alumni. Climate Scholars will expand their networks and explore potential career pathways through these mentorship opportunities.
Apply to be a Climate Scholar!
The Climate Scholars application is now open and will close on Sunday May 31 at 12 am.
Program Details
- Open to undergraduate students (see eligibility below) from all majors and academic backgrounds—no specific major or minor required, just a strong interest in climate and sustainability
- Runs from Fall 2026 through Spring 2027
- Includes a wide range of programming such as a fall retreat, field trips around the Upper Valley, workshops, lunches with visiting speakers, simulations, and more!
- Weekly dinners on Tuesday evenings, plus approximately one additional event per week
- Participation expectations: attend at least 8 weekly dinners and 4 additional events per term
- Scholars receive a $300 stipend per term upon successful completion of program requirements
Program Eligibility
Eligibility Requirements:
- Dartmouth '27s, '28s, and '29s are eligible to apply
- Students must be enrolled in Dartmouth and located in Hanover for two out of three academic terms (fall, winter, spring) in the 2026-2027 academic year. Preference will be given to students who will be on campus for all three terms.
- Students must be able to commit approximately two hours a week to participating in the program
At this time program participation is limited to undergraduate students. Graduate and professional students interested in participating are encouraged to contact the Climate Collaborative to discuss opportunities to engage!