Each year, through the National Society of Professional Surveyors Foundation, thousands of dollars in scholarships funded by a variety of individuals, companies, and organizations are made available to encourage and support college education in geospatial sciences.A completed application form. 2. Proof of student membership in NSPS (this will be checked). Applicants who are not members may go to the NSPS web site at www.nsps.us.com for more information on how to join. 3. A brief, yet complete, statement indicating educational objectives, future plans of study or research, professional activities, and financial need. 4. Three letters of recommendation (at least two from faculty members familiar with the student’s work). 5. A complete original official transcript The scholarships fall in four eligibility categories.