Agriculture Scholarships

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• Potato LEAF Scholarship

• Amount$10,000
• DeadlineJune 12, 2026

The Potato Leadership, Education, and Advancement Foundation (Potato LEAF) awards a $10,000 academic scholarship annually to one graduate student conducting impactful research that benefits the U.S. potato industry. This competitive scholarship supports students whose work demonstrates academic excellence, leadership, and commercial value to the potato sector. The recipient will be selected based

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• Theodore Gordon Flyfishers, Inc. Founders Fund Scholarship

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineJune 30, 2026

The Theodore Gordon Flyfishers (TGF) Founders Fund supports the education of future conservation activists, launching promising students on careers in positions to effect real change. Donations made to the Founders Fund are restricted to the support of the TGF Founders Fund Scholarship program. Scholarship Details Sponsored by the Theodore Gordon Flyfishers Founders Fund Established

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• Out To Innovate Scholarships for LGBTQ+ STEM Students

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineJune 30, 2026

The Out to Innovate Scholarships, established in 2011, are intended for LGBTQ+ undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) programs. The scholarships are designed to promote academic excellence and increased visibility of talented LGBTQ+ students in STEM careers. One scholarship will go to an undergraduate student, and one will

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• Norman S. Baldwin Fishery Science Scholarship

• Amount$3,000
• DeadlineNovember 1, 2026

The Norman S. Baldwin Fishery Science scholarship is intended to promote academic excellence by encouraging young scientists to undertake graduate research in fishery biology and to enter the field of Great Lakes science. The scholarship is awarded annually to promising M.Sc. or Ph.D. students whose research is likely to make a significant contribution to the understanding of Great Lakes fishery

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• National GEM Consortium Fellowships

• AmountFull-Tuition
• DeadlineNovember 14, 2026

The National GEM Consortium awards fellowships with coverage of up to full-tuition to master's and doctoral students in engineering and science fields. GEM Fellows go on to enrich the industry workforce with connections to GEM Member Universities and GEM Employers. Scholarship Details Several types of scholarships are available; eligibility varies Merit-based; test-optional,

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• Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarship

• Amount$2,500
• DeadlineDecember 12, 2026

To be eligible for the Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarship, applicants must: be a current undergraduate student in a two-year swine program or four-year college of agriculture (high school seniors are ineligible); be a citizen of the United States; and intend to pursue a career in the pork industry and exhibit characteristics representative of future pork industry leaders. Applications

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• York County Conservation District Scholarship

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineDecember 31, 2026

The York County Conservation District will award scholarships to any York County residents majoring in – or planning to major in – the field of conservation (agriculture, environmental, natural history, natural resource management or related science field). Applicants must be currently enrolled or already accepted to an accredited college or university. Applicant must not have received a York

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• MIT THINK Out of the Box Scholars Program

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineJanuary 1, 2027

THINK caters to students who have done extensive research on the background of a potential research project, but lack the resources to complete the project themselves and are looking for additional guidance in the early stages of their project. The program is organized by a group of undergraduates at MIT. Scholarship Details Provides up to $1,000 in funding for selected research

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• James H. Davis Scholarship

• AmountVaries
• DeadlineJanuary 15, 2027

As the nation's largest state nursery and landscape association, FNGLA represents Florida's environmental horticulture industry which generated $31.4 billion total output sales in 2020 and directly employed 266,000+ people. Through FNGLA's efforts, the entirety of Florida's nursery and landscape industry benefits. Through the association's activities, FNGLA strives to advance member's business

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• Boren Scholarships

• Amount$25,000
• DeadlineJanuary 28, 2027

Boren Scholarships, a prestigious initiative of the National Security Education Program, provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests, and underrepresented in study abroad, including Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. In exchange for

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• Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship & Excellence in Education Foundation

• Amount$15,000
• DeadlineJanuary 30, 2027

The purpose of the Foundation is to provide a continuing source of highly qualified scientists, mathematicians, and engineers by awarding scholarships to college sophomores and juniors who intend to pursue research careers in these fields. Eligible applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. The Online Goldwater Application contains

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• Loren and Becky Roslund Scholarship

• Amount$1,500
• DeadlineJanuary 30, 2027

Loren and Becky Roslund began building their farm in 1977. As their daughters, Angie and Allison were born, the family farm continued to practice modern technology and efficiency, all the while remembering to keep the family involved. After growing up with agriculture at their fingertips, the Roslund Family established this scholarship in 2009 to assist other young adults interested in the

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• IWEA Environmental Career Scholarship

• Amount$500
• DeadlineJanuary 31, 2027

The IWEA Environmental Career Scholarship is designed to support high school students in Illinois who have a passion for science and the environment. This scholarship awards $500 to college-bound seniors, and recipients will be acknowledged at our Annual Conference. Additionally, we offer a reimbursement grant of up to $250 to the recommending teacher. Scholarship Details $500 scholarship

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• Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship

• Amount$40,000
• DeadlineJanuary 31, 2027

The Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship that provides up to $40,000 and a paid internship at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The award includes an academic award of $9,500 per year for two years of full-time study for students majoring in fields that support NOAA’s mission, including STEM and social science. Scholarship Details Up

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• Society of Women Engineers - Lehigh Valley Section

• Amount$3,500
• DeadlineFebruary 1, 2027

Since 2001 a major focus of SWE-LV has been to distribute scholarships for high school senior women who intend to major in engineering at their respective college or university. Scholarship funds are provided by area businesses and all of the work for administration of the program is provided by SWE volunteers. Evaluation is based on academic achievement, extracurricular and leadership

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• Paul & Deanna Virciglio Scholarship

• AmountVaries
• DeadlineFebruary 13, 2027

Education is vital to the growth and future of every community. Because of this, the Saginaw Community Foundation administers a variety of scholarship programs for high school, community college, university and vocational students. Since awarding our first $500 scholarship in 1987, the Saginaw Community Foundation has awarded more than $8 million in scholarships. Learn more about all of our 235+

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• Louis R. and Helen E. Schwartz FFA Agricultural Scholarship

• AmountVaries
• DeadlineFebruary 13, 2027

Education is vital to the growth and future of every community. Because of this, the Saginaw Community Foundation administers a variety of scholarship programs for high school, community college, university and vocational students. Since awarding our first $500 scholarship in 1987, the Saginaw Community Foundation has awarded more than $8 million in scholarships. Learn more about all of our 235+

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• Action for Nature International Young Eco-Hero Award

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineFebruary 28, 2027

Every year since 2003, Action For Nature (AFN), a U.S.-based non-profit, has sought to recognize and reward young people who are taking action to solve the world’s tough environmental problems. We are proud to honor the work of young people ages 16 and younger all over the globe who have done creative environmental projects with a cash prize, certificate of achievement, and public

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• Clair A. Hill Scholarship

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineMarch 1, 2027

ACWA is the largest statewide coalition of public water agencies in the country. Our more than 460 public agency members collectively are responsible for 90% of the water delivered to cities, farms and businesses in California. For more than a century, our mission has been clear: To provide comprehensive leadership, advocacy and resources for California public water agencies to ensure a high

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• JVS Chicago Scholarship Program

• Amount$4,000
• DeadlineMarch 1, 2027

The Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to Jewish students pursuing undergraduate and graduate studies in helping professions. Administered through scholarship funds from the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago, the program supports students with demonstrated financial need and strong career potential. Scholarship Details

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• Association of California Water Agencies Scholarship

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineMarch 1, 2027

ACWA is the largest statewide coalition of public water agencies in the country. Our more than 460 public agency members collectively are responsible for 90% of the water delivered to cities, farms and businesses in California. For more than a century, our mission has been clear: To provide comprehensive leadership, advocacy and resources for California public water agencies to ensure a high

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• Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineMarch 5, 2027

The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program (Gilman Program) supports students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad, providing them with skills critical to our national security and economic prosperity. Scholarship Details Administered by the U.S. Department of State Supports study abroad and international internship programs

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• Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineMarch 13, 2027

Fontana Transport Inc. offers a scholarship award of $5,000 for one first-generation high school senior planning to enter their undergraduate studies upon graduation. Scholarship Details The application opens every November Fontana Transport Inc. features winners online Candidates do not need to be U.S. citizens Eligibility Criteria High school senior at a U.S. high school

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• Colorado Garden Show Scholarships

• AmountFull-Tuition
• DeadlineMarch 15, 2027

The undergraduate scholarship includes tuition, fees, room & board, and all required books for the four years. In addition, the student will be given a laptop computer and printer at the start of their freshman year. Only Colorado residents can apply. The scholarship award will be for a maximum of four years. Must be an incoming freshman at a Colorado public college or university. This

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• Henry J. and Pauline M. Armstrong Scholarship

• Amount$2,500
• DeadlineMarch 15, 2027

To apply for the Henry J. and Pauline M. Armstrong Scholarship, applicants must be a current graduating senior or former graduate of Waverly High School in Waverly, Nebraska demonstrating scholastic application and achievement in high school and/or college studies. The applicant may attend a college or university of his or her choice and: be seeking a degree in agriculture, home economics, or