Sponsoring Institution: United States Department of Agriculture

Type: Agricultural scholarship

Eligibility:

• be a US citizens with a min GPA of 3.0
• Have a minimum of 21 ACT, 1080 SAT scores
• Have been accepted for admission or currently attending one of the nineteen 1890 Land-Grant Universities.
• Study agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or other related academic disciplines
• Demonstrate leadership and community service
• Submit an official high school and college transcript(s),
• Write a 250-500 word essay for each of the following questions:
  • How will the USDA 1890 National Scholarship support your career aspirations? If there is a particular mission area within USDA that also supports your career aspirations, please indicate that mission area.
  • What factors have influenced your decision to pursue academic studies in agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or a supporting discipline (such as economics, computer science, accounting, etc.)?

Application Deadline: There is a button onn the homepage to sign up to receive updates on enrollment applications

Highlight: The USDA 1890 National Scholars Program, sponsored by United States Department of Agriculture, is a life-changing opportunity for driven students who aspire to make a lasting impact in the fields of agriculture, natural resources, food, and related sciences. Specifically designed to empower the next generation of agricultural leaders, this prestigious scholarship is open to only U.S. citizens. One important eligibility requirement that sticks out is that applicants must have been accepted for admission or must be currently attending one of the nineteen 1890 Land-Grant Universities, and be studying study natural resource sciences. With full coverage of tuition, fees, books and room, the scholarship removes financial barriers and allows students to fully focus on their academic and professional development. Beyond financial support, this opportunity offers students the opportunity to contribute meaningful work in food security, sustainability, environmental stewardship, and public service. For students passionate about creating change in rural communities and advancing agricultural innovation, the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program offers not just a scholarship, but a powerful gateway to leadership and lifelong impact!