Scholarships

Overview The Arizona National Livestock Show supports the next generation of agriculture through an annual scholarship program open to participants of the Arizona National Livestock Show and the Arizona National Horse Show. Backed by donor contributions to the Arizona National Livestock Show and with assistance from the Arizona Horse Lover’s Foundation, the Scholarship Program has distributed over 1,000 awards totaling in excess of $1,400,000 since it began. Arizona National College Scholarship — Eligibility Requirements Minimum qualifications: - Must be a high school graduate. - Have completed at least 12 semester credit hours after high school graduation and before submitting an...

Established in 1955, the Romeo E. Short Scholarship Foundation provides funding for agricultural scholarships administered through the Dale Bumpers College of Agriculture, Food and Life Sciences at the University of Arkansas. Students who wish to be considered must submit the online Bumpers College Scholarship application by February 15 of each academic year. These scholarships support students pursuing careers that promote resilient food and agricultural systems, sustainable environments, healthy families, and thriving communities. The awards are made possible by generous contributions from businesses and private donors. Bumpers College distributes more than $1 million in scholarships each year. Selection factors typically include...

Introduction The California Farm Bureau Scholarship Foundation provides financial assistance to students committed to careers in agriculture. Awards are granted yearly based on academic performance, career objectives, extracurricular involvement, perseverance, leadership, and a demonstrated dedication to studying agriculture. For 2026, the Farm Bureau is offering only two scholarships: the Rustici Livestock and Rangeland Scholarship and the Carolyn S. Richardson Memorial Scholarship. Available scholarships - Rustici Livestock and Rangeland Scholarship - This award is renewable, provided a new application is submitted each year. - Eligible applicants must be entering or currently attending a two‑ or four‑year college or university. - Intended...

Overview A $12,000 scholarship is available to students who are either beginning college or already enrolled and who are pursuing an agricultural major. Eligibility To qualify, either the applicant or their legal guardian must live in Santa Cruz County or within the Pajaro Valley Unified School District boundaries. As an alternative, applicants who are current members of the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau are also eligible. Award and Payment Terms The scholarship funds will be released once the recipient supplies documentation confirming college enrollment. The $12,000 award may be spread over the student’s remaining college years, up to a maximum...

Introduction The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture supports students pursuing agriculture-related education by offering multiple scholarship opportunities with different criteria. Applications for the 2025 scholarship cycle are now open. Eligibility overview Individual scholarships have specific requirements, but common elements include Georgia residency, a focus on agriculture or related fields, demonstrated leadership, and minimum GPA standards. Where applicable, awards require enrollment at a Georgia institution that offers agriculture programs (see the Foundation website for a listing of University System of Georgia campuses and sample qualifying majors). Available scholarships (summary) - Georgia Foundation Scholarship for Agriculture - Purpose: Support exceptional high school seniors...

Introduction Since 1992 the Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation has awarded 110 scholarships to students pursuing education related to agriculture. High School Senior Scholarship Application — available awards This application may be used to apply for the following scholarships: - Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation High School Scholarship(s) - Dave Gorman Memorial Scholarship - Gentry Family Agriculture Scholarship - Carol & Ted Schoch Memorial Scholarship(s) - Sylvan & Virginia Leffelman “Leave a Legacy” Scholarship Scholarship details - Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship(s): Awards of $1,500 each. The exact number of scholarships granted will depend on how many applicants meet...

Livingston County Farm Bureau Foundation — Ethel K. Hoerner Scholarship - 2026 scholarship applications become available on 12/1. Before applying - All applicants must read the applicable guidelines and choose the correct application form. - Follow the instructions and the checklist below carefully. Incomplete or late submissions will not be considered. Deadline - Completed applications must be received at the Livingston County Farm Bureau office by 4:30 PM on Thursday, February 12, 2026. - No applications submitted after that date and time will be accepted. Applicant checklist (required attachments) - Filled-out application form - Two current letters of reference attached...

Scholarships for students at Heartland Community College and Illinois State University pursuing careers in agriculture Overview These awards support McLean County students who are planning careers in agriculture. Awards are available to high school seniors, college/university students, and students in technical or trade programs. Eligibility Requirements - Graduate of a McLean County high school and current resident of McLean County. - Member of the McLean County Farm Bureau or a dependent of a member. - Enrolled full time and pursuing an agricultural degree or certificate (see category-specific requirements below). Scholarship Categories and Amounts 1. High School Seniors — $500–$2,000 -...

Purpose This scholarship supports college students who are pursuing majors in agriculture, agribusiness, or other agriculture-related fields. Who is eligible - Applicant must be a member of the Winnebago-Boone Farm Bureau, the spouse of a member, or a dependent of a member, with membership maintained for at least one full year. - Must reside in Boone County or Winnebago County, Illinois. - Must have graduated from high school. - Must be accepted to, or currently enrolled in, an accredited college, university, or community college. - Must demonstrate the potential to successfully complete their chosen course of study. Application deadline All...

Introduction The Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF), together with many of its 100 county Farm Bureaus, offers scholarship opportunities for students planning to attend college. You only need to complete a single application to be considered for state-level awards as well as any local county scholarships for which you qualify. IFBF State Scholarships — Up to $10,000 per recipient IFBF will select 27 graduating high school seniors from Iowa — three recipients from each of IFBF’s nine districts — to receive a $2,500 scholarship that is renewable for up to four years (maximum of $10,000 per student). These state scholarships...

Overview The Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation is offering county and state college scholarships to high school seniors for the current academic year. Awards may be used for tuition, room and board, textbooks, and other education-related costs. Scholarship funds are paid directly to the college, university, or proprietary school the student selects. Eligibility To qualify, an applicant must: - Be the child of a Kentucky Farm Bureau member and maintain that membership for the duration of the scholarship. - Graduate from high school in the same year they apply. - For the Leadership in Agriculture Scholarship specifically, have parents who...

Overview The Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation is offering county and state-level college scholarships to high school seniors for the current academic year. Awards can be used to cover tuition, room and board, books, and other qualified educational costs. Scholarship disbursements will be paid directly to the college, university, or proprietary school the recipient chooses. Eligibility To qualify, applicants must: - Be the child of a current Kentucky Farm Bureau member and remain a member while the scholarship is active. - Graduate from high school in the same year they apply for the scholarship. - For the Leadership in Agriculture...