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College of Agriculture Scholarships


Contact:

Lori Barber
Room 7, Agricultural Administration Building.
Telephone: 765-494-8470
E-mail: lbarber@purdue.edu


For financial hardships that might require you to quit school, see Lori Barber for possible assistance.

Award Name Amount Deadline Application Info

Agricultural Research Fund Scholarships

$2,000.00 divided between the fall and spring semesters. In addition, the Director of Agricultural Research Programs will provide $500.00 to the recipient's faculty mentor for supplies and expenses incurred during the course of the student's research.

December 17

You will have to complete a separate application for this scholarship.

Alice A. Blume 4-H Scholarship Varies February 15 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the college of Agriculture's website. In addition, students will need to submit an essay (1-2 pages) on "How will your involvement in 4-H and your college education impact your future and how will you give back to agriculture or your community."

Awards of Excellence

$1,500.00

February 15

No Application. Selection is made at the time of your admission to Purdue.

Richard and Suzanne Belcher Agriculture Scholarship Varies February 15 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

John F. Benham Citizenship and Leadership Memorial Scholarship

$1,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Bratton-Brown Scholarship

$1,000.00

February 15

The College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The Breaking New Ground Scholarship

$1,000 per recipient and can be renewed annually as approved.

February 15

Applicants should submit a letter of application (maximum of 2 pages) to: Scholarship Coordinator, 615 W State St., W Lafayette IN 47907 . The letter should include:

documentation of the disabling condition; statement of need; statement of how funds will be used; summary of career goals being pursued.

Henry and Dorothy Butler Scholarship Varies January 11 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The

Chicago Farmers Scholarship

$1,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Leonard B. Clore Scholarships

$1,000.00-$1,500.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Norman and Phyllis Coats Agricultural Scholarship

Varies

January 11 for enrolled students, February 15 for high school seniors.

The College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Dairy Farmers of America Scholarships

Varies

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Joseph S. Dawson-Klaus M. Herrmann Award

$1,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture 's website, and summary of independent research.

Floyd E. and Nellie P. Elliott Scholarships

$1,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Farm Credit Services Scholarships

$1,600.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Bob Fields Memorial Scholarship in Agriculture

Varies

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Fielder's Choice Direct Scholarship

$1,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Fred M. Fraser Memorial Agriculture Scholarships

$1,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Robert L. Fuller Scholarship

Varies $1,000.00 - $2,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website. Dr. Mansfield, Vincennes University, assists with selection.

GROWMARK Agricultural Scholarship

$1,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Elsie L. Gruel Scholarships

varies

Selection occurs in Dec.

No Application. Selection is automatic.

Hafele-Stinson Purdue Agricultural Scholarship Fund Minimum $1,000.00 January 11 for enrolled students, February 15 for high school seniors. College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.
Hageman Agriculture Scholarship $1,000.00 February 15 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Rex Hall Memorial Scholarships

varies

Selection occurs in Dec.

No Application. Selection is automatic.

Joe and Nila Hasler Scholarship

$1,000.00

January 11 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Paul J. Hellmich and Robert J. Hellmich Scholarship

Varies

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website. In addition, applicants must submit an essay describing personal background, examples of their service to others, and their understanding of the importance of personal integrity.

The Norbert and Alice Hoeltke Agricultural Scholarship $1,000.00 January 11 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.
David E. Jackson Agricultural Memorial Scholarship $1,000.00 January 11 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Colonel Fletcher P. Jaquess Scholarship

Varies

February 15

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Leonard Family Scholarship $1,000.00 January 11 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Charles Lynn and Kenneth Nicholson Alpha Zeta Scholarships

Varies

January 11

Contact Alpha Zeta. Advisor is Professor Gary Steinhardt, Department of Agronomy.

Maple Leaf Farms Awards

$4,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture

Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The selection committee also publishes a separate application for students in other eligible schools.

Marquardt Farm Scholarships

Usually, $300.00 to $500.00

January 11 for current students or February 15 for high school seniors

West Lafayette campus students will only need to fill out the College of Ag Scholarship Application. Fort Wayne campus students will be emailed an application or can pick one up at the Fort Wayne campus.

William and Marilyn McVay Scholarships

$1,000.00

February 15

The College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Merrill Turley Family Scholarship in Agriculture Varies January 11 The College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website

Michigan Milk Producers Association Scholarship

$1,000.00

January 11

The College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Milligan Agricultural Scholarships

$1,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarships and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Albert A. Off Scholarship

Varies

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The J. Kelly O'Neall and Margaret Ritchey O'Neall Memorial Scholarship Varies January 11 for current students or February 15 for high school seniors College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The Herbert E. Parker Memorial Scholarships in Agriculture

$500.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website. There is also an essay that you will have to submit.

The Harry L. Pearson Outstanding Leader Scholarship

Typically $1,000.00; may vary.

January 11 for enrolled students; February 15 for high school seniors.

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, available on the College of Agriculture's website. There is also an essay that you will have to submit.

The Pfendler Scholars Program for Agricultural Students

Full tuition and fees. The Pfendler Scholar may receive this award a second year pending maintenance of a 3.50 GPA and other conditions.

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Walter Pugsley Scholarship Varies January 11 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Orville Redenbacher's Top of the Crop Scholarship

$2,000.00 Runners-up may receive smaller amounts.

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.There is also an essay that you will have to submit.

Richard and Louis Reed Agriculture Scholarship $1,000.00 February 15 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The O.B. Riggs Memorial Scholarship

$750.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Lewis Runkle Scholarships

$500.00 to $1,500.00 (expected)

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Glenn W. Sample/Purdue Ag Alumni Fund Scholarship Varies January 11 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The Sandage Charitable Trust Scholarships

$1,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website. There is also an essay that you will have to submit.

Henry William and Matilda Marie Sailer Schroeder Memorial Scholarship $1,000.00

January 11 for current students

February 15 for high school seniors

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.
Don Schuder Memorial Scholarship $1,000.00 January 11 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The Richard D. and Emma F. Schweikhardt Memorial Scholarships

Varies

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Lloyd and Gene Sellers Scholarship $2,000.00 Max January 11 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The Straszheim Award in Agriculture

Varies

February 15

The College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

William "Doc: Treese Scholarship $1,000.00 February 15 The College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Jack W. Torr Memorial Scholarship

$1,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Van Scoy Scholarships in Agriculture

$500.00 to $1,000.00

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The Ernest and Eva Voliva Memorial Scholarship

$500.00 to $1,000.00

Renewable if recipient receives above average grades and continues to meet eligibility criteria.

January 11 for enrolled students; February 15 for incoming freshmen.

The College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Richard and Jeanne Ward Merit Scholarship

$1,500.00

February 15

The College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Henry Andrew and Ida Sophia Sailer Wedeking Memorial Scholarship $1,000.00

January 11 enrolled students; February 15 for high school seniors.

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Hillis D. and Esther M. Wickizer Scholarships

$2,000.00 each

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The Lewis E. Wien Agriculture Scholarship Varies each year January 11 for current students and February 15 for high school seniors. College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The Mauri Williamson Scholarship for Excellence in Agriculture

$3,000.00 for freshman year, renewable for three additional years. Can be worth $12,000.00.

February 15

The College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Eligible students will be mailed an application to apply.

The Mauri Williamson Ag Ambassador Scholarship $1,000.00 January 11

The College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

Eligible students will be mailed an application to apply.

The F.R. “Dick” Willsey Memorial Scholarship

Varies. Recipients can apply for an annual renewal.

January 11 for enrolled students; February 15 for high school seniors.

Applicants should submit a letter of application (maximum of 2 pages) to: Scholarship Coordinator, 615 W State St., W Lafayette IN 47907. The letter should include:

documentation of parent's death due to a farm-related injury; statement of need; statement of how funds will be used.

Robert J. Woods Scholarships

$2,500.00 - renewable for one additional year

January 11

College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The Maurice B. and E. Catherine Woodward Memorial Schoalrship $500-$6,000 January 11 College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.

The Everett E. Wynkoop Scholarship

$1,000.00

January 11 for enrolled students; February 15 for high school seniors.

The College of Agriculture Scholarship and Awards Application, which is available on the College of Agriculture's website.Submit a letter of recommendation from your high school principal indication your future involvement in agriculture.

Suggestions and comments may be directed to: lbarber@purdue.edu

 

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