Scholarships for Agriculture Students

Earning a Agriculture degree can increase your job opportunities and earning potential. There are many different disciplines that can be pursued and combined. The concentrations and degrees below are the most common Agriculture school options where scholarships are available for:

• Agricultural Business & Management
• Agricultural Mechanization
• Agricultural Sciences
• Animal Sciences

• Horticulture

• Plant & Soil Sciences
• Range Management
• Veterinary Sciences

Professional Groups

One of first places to look is professional groups or associations. These organizations purpose is to support and guide people who work and want to work in the Agricultural field. Here are some national professional associations that are currently offering scholarships:

• American Nursery and Landscape Association

• American Floral Endowment

• Department of Agriculture

Regional Groups

National associations aren't the only organizations offering agriculture scholarships. There are also a number of regional associations and local affiliates that hand out awards to deserving applicants. In fact, starting locally may increase your chances of winning quality scholarships.

You can locate regional associations and local affiliates that offer agriculture school scholarships by searching the net and by contacting your local Chamber of Commerce. You can also get leads from your local high schools, colleges, universities, and other educational institutions. Here are some groups that are currently offering scholarships:

• Southern Nursery Association

Genaral Agriculture Scholarships Available