The agriculture industry is evolving at a rapid pace, with more career paths than ever before. To help you launch your career in the industry, the Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement will be awarding at least $350,000 in scholarships, valued at up to $10,000 each in the coming academic year.
Scholarship Details
- Individual awards valued at up to $10,000 each
- Scholarship may be received up to four times
- Open to students pursuing two-year or four-year degrees related to agriculture
- Program highlights the diversity of agricultural careers beyond traditional farming
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be a high school senior or currently enrolled in a two-year or four-year college program
- Must plan to pursue a career in agriculture or an agriculture-related field such as food science, veterinary medicine, agricultural education, or ag finance
- Must reside within Horizon Farm Credit’s territory, which includes:
- Delaware and Washington D.C.
- Maryland: Baltimore, Carroll, Caroline, Cecil, Dorchester, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Kent, Montgomery, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Talbot, Washington, Wicomico, Worcester
- Pennsylvania
- Virginia: Accomack, Clarke, Frederick, Northampton, Page, Shenandoah, Warren
- West Virginia: Berkeley, Brooke, Hancock, Jefferson, Marshall, Morgan, Ohio
Application Process
- Confirm eligibility based on residence, academic status, and intended field of study
- Visit the Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement website to access the scholarship application
- Prepare application materials, including required essays and supporting documentation
- Submit the completed application by Friday, January 2nd
- Await notification of scholarship selection and award details
The Farm Credit Foundation for Agricultural Advancement is offering scholarships to high school seniors or those currently enrolled in a two or four year higher education program, with plans to pursue a career in agriculture. This doesn’t have to mean you’re planning to be a farmer – this also includes food scientists, veterinarians, ag teachers, or maybe even a Farm Credit loan officer! Students can receive this scholarship up to four times.
