We’ve Got 10,000 Reasons
WHY YOU SHOULD STUDY AGRICULTURE
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 2026!
Yes, you read that correctly – you could receive $10,000 to help you pursue your dream of working in agriculture!
Not sure if you fit the bill? There’s more to agriculture than farming.
Check out our video to learn about the bright future that lies ahead for the ag industry.
Interested In Applying?
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.
In order to be eligible, you must reside in Horizon Farm Credit’s territory, made up of the following states/counties: Delaware, 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), or Washington D.C.
Our 2026 scholarship application will open Friday, September 19 and close on Friday, January 2 .
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