Phoenix Energy CEO Adam Ferrari Announces the 2025 Phoenix Energy Scholarship to Empower Future Generations of Oil and Gas Professionals

The Phoenix Energy Scholarship Offers $15,000 to Empower the Next Generation of Oil and Gas Industry Leaders

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Phoenix Energy Scholarship is now accepting applications for its 2025 cycle. Awarded by Phoenix Energy One, LLC (“Phoenix Energy”)—formerly known as Phoenix Capital Group Holdings, LLC—a leading energy company specializing in oil production, mineral rights acquisitions, and non-operating working interests, the $15,000 scholarship is designed to support a student pursuing a career in the oil and gas sector.

Eligible applicants must be first-year students who have been accepted to and will enroll full-time at an accredited U.S. university in the fall of 2025. Applicants must also reside in the United States, maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5, and plan to pursue a degree aligned with a career in the oil and gas industry, such as petroleum engineering or oil and gas management.

To apply, students must submit their high school GPA, as well as the GPA for any college courses completed to date. Applicants must also provide an essay between 2,000 and 3,000 words outlining their career goals and aspirations within the oil and gas sector. The application window opens on May 5, 2025, and all submissions must be received by July 13, 2025.

Last year’s scholarship recipient, Skyler Meuse, is a Petroleum Engineering student at Texas A&M University in College Station. Meuse was selected for his clear dedication to advancing the oil and gas industry and his passion for energy innovation.

His essay played a pivotal role in his selection, emphasizing the critical role of technological advancements in shaping the future of the energy sector. Meuse specifically highlighted the potential of AI, robotics, and automation to increase efficiency and enhance drilling operations.

When discussing Meuse’s selection, Phoenix Energy Founder and CEO Adam Ferrari said, “Skyler Meuse exemplifies the values we look for in a Phoenix Capital Group [now Phoenix Energy] Scholarship recipient. His drive, curiosity, and focus on innovation reflect the qualities essential for leading and advancing in the oil and gas industry. We are thrilled to support his academic journey and look forward to seeing the positive impact he will undoubtedly make in the future.”

The ultimate goal of the Phoenix Energy Scholarship is to support students in their pursuit of impactful careers within the oil and gas industry. The 2025 scholarship recipient will be announced in August 2025.

Additional information about the scholarship—including topics to cover in the essay and where to submit the essay and application—can be found here.

Those interested in learning more about Phoenix Energy and its CEO, Adam Ferrari, can visit the official Phoenix Energy website here.