Awards for the The New York State Grange Cornell Fund are made to students in any class in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell. Selection is based on character, scholastic record, and need for financial assistance. Preference is given to farm-reared students whose families are Grange members.
Scholarship Details
- Each scholarship award amount is determined by the Cornell Endowment Fund
- Applicable to transfer students from New York State two-year colleges with an agricultural background
- Also offered to students who transfer from Alfred State College, Morrisville State College, SUNY Cobeskill or a New York State Community College
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a New York State resident
- Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in an agriculture-related major
- Must be transfering from public or private institutions in New York State
Application Process
- Obtain the official scholarship application from the New York State Grange
- Complete all sections of the application form
- Mail the completed application to New York State Grange
- Ensure applications are postmarked no later than June 1st
- Susan W. Freestone recipients may reapply for a second grant by submitting a college transcript
The New York State Grange was founded in 1873. There are more than 150 local Granges in New York State with a total membership of over 4,000. The Grange is primarily found in rural communities, however some may be found within the limits of the State’s cities. A community where citizens know each other and communicate on a regular basis will run smoothly and work for the total benefit of the community as a whole.
