Iowa Corn Future of Agriculture Scholarship

Iowa Corn Future of Agriculture Scholarship

Overview: A scholarship program awarding $1,000 one-year scholarships to deserving, qualified students pursuing careers in Iowa's agriculture industry.

Program Details

Geographic Scope: Applicants from Iowa; schools can be accredited U.S. institutions

Award Amount: $1,000 per one-year scholarship

Number of Awards: 18 scholarships awarded annually (9 high school, 9 college/university)

Focus Areas:

Agriculture education

Support for future agricultural leaders

Tuition support

Educational supplies

Student housing

Eligible Institutions

• Accredited U.S. 2-year junior colleges
• 4-year colleges and universities
• Graduate schools
• Programs of study that equip students to contribute to Iowa's agriculture industry

Eligibility Requirements

• Membership requirement: Must be an Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) member OR a dependent of an ICGA member
• Currently enrolled or planning to enroll in an eligible institution
• Pursuing a program of study in agriculture or related field

Selection Process

• Blind selection by committee
• Evaluation based on:
- Essay - Application materials - Reference letters - Current grades - Activities and involvement
• Awards distributed by agricultural district in Iowa

Sponsors

• Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA)
• Iowa Corn Promotion Board (ICPB)

Contact Information

Rachel Zumbach, Public Relations Manager Email: rzumbach@iowacorn.org Phone: 515-225-9242