The Irrigation Foundation scholarship program is an awards program to promote the study of and careers in the irrigation field. The scholarships range from $1,000 to $2,500 and provide meaningful financial support for the education worthy of scholarship candidates. An online application with student’s letter of intent, financial need, reference letters, resume and transcript will be the basis for the award. Visit irrigation.org/scholarships for the application link.
To meet requirements for the scholarship program, students must:
- be currently enrolled (undergraduate or graduate) at a U.S. technical or vocational school, community college, university or similar institution of higher learning,
- be a U.S. citizen,
- have taken or are currently enrolled in a class with irrigation-related curriculum,
- have a minimum of 2.5 cumulative GPA, based on a 4.0 scale,
- demonstrate financial need.
Applications open: October 2, 2017
Application deadline: February 15, 2018
Scholarships will be awarded by April 1, 2018
For further information or if you have questions, contact info@irrigationfoundation.org.
Source: 2017/2018 Ag & Food Career Guide published by AgCareers.com.