Farm Credit Illinois Agriculture Scholarships
$2,500
Overview
Farm Credit Illinois (FCI) is awarding thirty scholarships of $2,500 each to high school seniors who plan to begin an agriculture-related program or trade at a college or vocational school in Fall 2026 and intend to pursue a career on the farm or in the broader agricultural industry. Two of the awards will be designated as Diversity in Agriculture Scholars and reserved for applicants of color.
Award distribution
Each scholarship is $2,500, paid in two installments: $1,250 for the Fall 2026 semester and the remaining $1,250 available for disbursement in Fall 2028 to students who are still pursuing an...
Overview
Farm Credit Illinois (FCI) is awarding thirty scholarships of $2,500 each to high school seniors who plan to begin an agriculture-related program or trade at a college or vocational school in Fall 2026 and intend to pursue a career on the farm or in the broader agricultural industry. Two of the awards will be designated as Diversity in Agriculture Scholars and reserved for applicants of color.
Award distribution
Each scholarship is $2,500, paid in two installments: $1,250 for the Fall 2026 semester and the remaining $1,250 available for disbursement in Fall 2028 to students who are still pursuing an...
Illinois Landscape Contractors Association Scholarships
$10,000
Overview
Landscape Illinois is offering scholarships for the 2026 academic year. Eligible applicants must reside in Illinois.
Scholarships Available (2026)
- College-level awards (7 total)
- One scholarship of $10,000
- Three scholarships of $5,000 each
- Three scholarships of $2,500 each
- High school senior awards (5 total)
- Five scholarships of $1,000 each
Application Deadline
All applications must be received by Landscape Illinois no later than March 6, 2026. This deadline applies to both college students and high school senior applicants.
How to Apply
- College Students: Submit your completed application to Landscape Illinois by the deadline.
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Overview
Landscape Illinois is offering scholarships for the 2026 academic year. Eligible applicants must reside in Illinois.
Scholarships Available (2026)
- College-level awards (7 total)
- One scholarship of $10,000
- Three scholarships of $5,000 each
- Three scholarships of $2,500 each
- High school senior awards (5 total)
- Five scholarships of $1,000 each
Application Deadline
All applications must be received by Landscape Illinois no later than March 6, 2026. This deadline applies to both college students and high school senior applicants.
How to Apply
- College Students: Submit your completed application to Landscape Illinois by the deadline.
-...
Nebraska Midwest Dairy Scholarships
$1,500
Overview
This scholarship is open to full-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at an accredited college. High school seniors who will begin full-time college study this coming fall are also eligible.
Eligibility
To qualify, applicants must meet both of the following requirements:
- Be considered or accepted as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college. (Incoming full-time college students who are current high school seniors may apply.)
- Be contributing to the Midwest Dairy checkoff as of January 1 of the current calendar year through one of these two methods:
- The applicant—or the applicant’s parent(s), guardian(s),...
Overview
This scholarship is open to full-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at an accredited college. High school seniors who will begin full-time college study this coming fall are also eligible.
Eligibility
To qualify, applicants must meet both of the following requirements:
- Be considered or accepted as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college. (Incoming full-time college students who are current high school seniors may apply.)
- Be contributing to the Midwest Dairy checkoff as of January 1 of the current calendar year through one of these two methods:
- The applicant—or the applicant’s parent(s), guardian(s),...
NCGA William C. Berg Academic Scholarships
$1,500
Four national scholarships — many possibilities
The grower-members of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) support expanding educational access for students committed to serving rural communities and sustaining family farms.
NCGA currently awards four national scholarships aimed at different student groups:
- Research students
- Technical school / community college students
- Undergraduate students
- Graduate students
Also explore scholarship opportunities offered by individual State Corn Associations.
Membership requirement
You must be an NCGA member to qualify for any of the national scholarships described below. To join NCGA, visit the NCGA membership page or contact your State Corn Association.
Eligibility...
Four national scholarships — many possibilities
The grower-members of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) support expanding educational access for students committed to serving rural communities and sustaining family farms.
NCGA currently awards four national scholarships aimed at different student groups:
- Research students
- Technical school / community college students
- Undergraduate students
- Graduate students
Also explore scholarship opportunities offered by individual State Corn Associations.
Membership requirement
You must be an NCGA member to qualify for any of the national scholarships described below. To join NCGA, visit the NCGA membership page or contact your State Corn Association.
Eligibility...
Tennessee FFA Foundation Scholarships
$500
Application deadline and submission - Applications must be submitted electronically, including required signatures, and must be received by February 1, 2026. Selection process - Winners will be chosen by the scholarship committee appointed by the Foundation Board Chairman. Notification and recognition - Recipients will be notified in March 2026. Awardees are expected to attend the 98th Tennessee FFA State Convention in Gatlinburg, TN to be acknowledged on stage. Award disbursement - Scholarship checks will be mailed after the recipient provides their university Student Identification Number. Questions - For any questions regarding the scholarship application, please contact the Tennessee FFA Foundation.
Application deadline and submission - Applications must be submitted electronically, including required signatures, and must be received by February 1, 2026. Selection process - Winners will be chosen by the scholarship committee appointed by the Foundation Board Chairman. Notification and recognition - Recipients will be notified in March 2026. Awardees are expected to attend the 98th Tennessee FFA State Convention in Gatlinburg, TN to be acknowledged on stage. Award disbursement - Scholarship checks will be mailed after the recipient provides their university Student Identification Number. Questions - For any questions regarding the scholarship application, please contact the Tennessee FFA Foundation.
North Dakota Stockmen's Legacy Scholarships
$500
Name
This award is titled the North Dakota Stockmen’s Foundation Endowment Scholarship.
Purpose
The scholarship is intended to financially assist a student pursuing a beef‑related field at a North Dakota college or university. Eligible majors include Animal Science, Range Science, Pre‑Veterinary Studies, Agribusiness, Agricultural Communications, Farm & Ranch Management, or another discipline directly related to the beef industry.
Award
The recipient will receive $500 and a one‑year membership in the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a resident of North Dakota.
- At the time the application is submitted, be a high...
Name
This award is titled the North Dakota Stockmen’s Foundation Endowment Scholarship.
Purpose
The scholarship is intended to financially assist a student pursuing a beef‑related field at a North Dakota college or university. Eligible majors include Animal Science, Range Science, Pre‑Veterinary Studies, Agribusiness, Agricultural Communications, Farm & Ranch Management, or another discipline directly related to the beef industry.
Award
The recipient will receive $500 and a one‑year membership in the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a resident of North Dakota.
- At the time the application is submitted, be a high...
North Dakota Stockmen's Endowment Scholarship
$500
Title
North Dakota Stockmen’s Foundation Tokach Angus Ranch Memorial Scholarship
Overview
This scholarship exists to financially assist a student pursuing studies related to beef production. It supports individuals majoring in Animal Science, Range Science, Pre‑Veterinary Medicine, Agribusiness, Agricultural Communications, Farm & Ranch Management, or another beef‑focused field.
Award
One recipient will receive $1,000 and a one‑year membership in the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a resident of North Dakota.
- Hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Be enrolled at the time of application in an accredited institution of higher...
Title
North Dakota Stockmen’s Foundation Tokach Angus Ranch Memorial Scholarship
Overview
This scholarship exists to financially assist a student pursuing studies related to beef production. It supports individuals majoring in Animal Science, Range Science, Pre‑Veterinary Medicine, Agribusiness, Agricultural Communications, Farm & Ranch Management, or another beef‑focused field.
Award
One recipient will receive $1,000 and a one‑year membership in the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a resident of North Dakota.
- Hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Be enrolled at the time of application in an accredited institution of higher...
Jack and Vander Reich Memorial Endowment Scholarship
$750
North Dakota Stockmen’s Foundation
Jack and Vander Reich Memorial Endowment Scholarship — $750
Overview
A $750 award is available to a high school senior who intends to pursue an agriculturally related degree at any accredited college or university.
Name of Scholarship
This award is the North Dakota Stockmen’s Foundation Jack and Vander Reich Memorial Endowment Scholarship.
Purpose and Background
The scholarship honors Jack and Vander Reich of Zap and supports students preparing for careers in agriculture. Jack Reich was a prominent Angus breeder and an influential leader in the beef industry, having served as president of the North Dakota Stockmen’s...
North Dakota Stockmen’s Foundation
Jack and Vander Reich Memorial Endowment Scholarship — $750
Overview
A $750 award is available to a high school senior who intends to pursue an agriculturally related degree at any accredited college or university.
Name of Scholarship
This award is the North Dakota Stockmen’s Foundation Jack and Vander Reich Memorial Endowment Scholarship.
Purpose and Background
The scholarship honors Jack and Vander Reich of Zap and supports students preparing for careers in agriculture. Jack Reich was a prominent Angus breeder and an influential leader in the beef industry, having served as president of the North Dakota Stockmen’s...
Michigan Pork Industry Scholarships
$3,000
Intro
The Michigan Pork Producers Association (MPPA) offers annual scholarships to students preparing for careers that support the pork and broader agricultural industries. These awards support study in fields such as agricultural business, education, engineering, agronomy, animal science and physiology, environmental sciences, nutrition, livestock reproduction, large animal veterinary medicine, and related areas. Direct questions to Emily Schmitt at schmitt@mipork.org.
Purpose
MPPA’s scholarship program exists to encourage and assist young people pursuing postsecondary education in disciplines that contribute to the pork industry and agricultural community.
Who is eligible
- Applicants must be either current high school seniors planning to begin undergraduate...
Intro
The Michigan Pork Producers Association (MPPA) offers annual scholarships to students preparing for careers that support the pork and broader agricultural industries. These awards support study in fields such as agricultural business, education, engineering, agronomy, animal science and physiology, environmental sciences, nutrition, livestock reproduction, large animal veterinary medicine, and related areas. Direct questions to Emily Schmitt at schmitt@mipork.org.
Purpose
MPPA’s scholarship program exists to encourage and assist young people pursuing postsecondary education in disciplines that contribute to the pork industry and agricultural community.
Who is eligible
- Applicants must be either current high school seniors planning to begin undergraduate...
Joseph Scacalossi Scholarships
$4,000
Introduction
PEF offers two named scholarships that support members and their families: the Joseph Scacalossi Scholarship and the Jean DeBow Women in PEF Scholarship. Below are the program details, eligibility requirements, and application deadlines.
Joseph Scacalossi Scholarship
Founded in 1988 as a tribute to a member of the state Department of Labor who helped establish PEF and advocated for his colleagues in Manhattan, the Joseph Scacalossi Scholarship provides multi-year financial support to students. Each year ten recipients are selected; each student receives $1,000 per year for four consecutive years. Learn about the 2025 recipients on PEF’s website. The 2026 application...
Introduction
PEF offers two named scholarships that support members and their families: the Joseph Scacalossi Scholarship and the Jean DeBow Women in PEF Scholarship. Below are the program details, eligibility requirements, and application deadlines.
Joseph Scacalossi Scholarship
Founded in 1988 as a tribute to a member of the state Department of Labor who helped establish PEF and advocated for his colleagues in Manhattan, the Joseph Scacalossi Scholarship provides multi-year financial support to students. Each year ten recipients are selected; each student receives $1,000 per year for four consecutive years. Learn about the 2025 recipients on PEF’s website. The 2026 application...
California Teachers Association Scholarships
$5,000
Introduction
These scholarships provide financial assistance throughout the academic year for education-related expenses to active CTA members, dependent children of CTA members, and members of CTA Aspiring Educators (CTA-AE, formerly Student CTA).
How to Apply
- A complete submission includes: the online application, two recommendation forms, and unofficial transcripts.
- If you are applying as a Dependent Child or as a CTA Aspiring Educator, email your unofficial transcripts to scholarships@cta.org.
Eligibility and Award Details
Dependent Children (General)
- Up to 56 scholarships are awarded; each may be worth as much as $5,000.
- Special named awards for the top three...
Introduction
These scholarships provide financial assistance throughout the academic year for education-related expenses to active CTA members, dependent children of CTA members, and members of CTA Aspiring Educators (CTA-AE, formerly Student CTA).
How to Apply
- A complete submission includes: the online application, two recommendation forms, and unofficial transcripts.
- If you are applying as a Dependent Child or as a CTA Aspiring Educator, email your unofficial transcripts to scholarships@cta.org.
Eligibility and Award Details
Dependent Children (General)
- Up to 56 scholarships are awarded; each may be worth as much as $5,000.
- Special named awards for the top three...
American Welding Society National Scholarships
$10,000
Overview
The AWS Foundation’s National Scholarships are the program’s highest-profile, highest-value awards. There are more than 130 donor-funded scholarships available—together exceeding $700,000—in support of students working toward an associate or bachelor’s degree in welding or a closely related field. Individual awards typically start at $2,500 and may reach $10,000 or more. All applicants must provide two references and an official transcript.
Who is eligible
- Two letters of recommendation are required for National Scholarships.
- Applicants must arrange for an official transcript to be sent directly from their school or from an authorized third‑party transcript service (email or postal delivery)....
Overview
The AWS Foundation’s National Scholarships are the program’s highest-profile, highest-value awards. There are more than 130 donor-funded scholarships available—together exceeding $700,000—in support of students working toward an associate or bachelor’s degree in welding or a closely related field. Individual awards typically start at $2,500 and may reach $10,000 or more. All applicants must provide two references and an official transcript.
Who is eligible
- Two letters of recommendation are required for National Scholarships.
- Applicants must arrange for an official transcript to be sent directly from their school or from an authorized third‑party transcript service (email or postal delivery)....
