Information - Application opens Jan. 1
- Due Date: April 1, 2024
- Amount: $10,000 over 4 years
Requirements
This award provides financial assistance to graduating seniors pursuing degrees that enhance rural communities. Eligible students should be planning a career, with an agricultural focus, such as dairy science, animal science, agricultural engineering, veterinary medicine, agricultural economics, biotechnology, environmental science, agri-business administration or education.
Awards
During the freshman year, the scholarship amount is up to $2,000 and can be renewed up to three (3) subsequent years for students maintaining a 3.0+ GPA. Each successive year the award increases (up to $2,250, $2,500 and $3,250) and is subject to Scholarship Committee review and approval.
Other Information
Students must submit a copy of their SAR to the scholarship committee. The SAR will be recieved upon completion of the FAFSA (financial aid) application.
In addition to the principal or counselor recommendation, two additional letters of recommendation are required
For more information and requirements see the resources page.