Marathon County Farm Technology Days Scholarship Grant

The Marathon County Farm Technology Days Scholarship offers financial support to students pursuing agricultural studies in Wisconsin. Administered by the Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin, this scholarship encourages residents and students to engage in programs that enhance their skills in agriculture-related fields. With over $300,000 available, it aims to foster the next generation of agricultural leaders and professionals, making education accessible for those dedicated to the industry.

Scholarships
More than 200 students throughout north central Wisconsin, from pre-school to post-graduate, will be awarded scholarships totaling more than $300,000 from the 125 endowed scholarship funds administered within the Community Foundation.
Purpose
Scholarships are available to qualified persons at any level of study who are enrolled, or plan to enroll, in a degreed program, short course, or continuing education program with an agriculture focus within the University of Wisconsin, or Wisconsin Technical College System. This could include the study of Agribusiness Management, Genetics, Landscape Architecture, Biochemistry, Bacteriology, Food Science, Horticulture, Environmental Sciences, Agricultural Journalism, or other related fields of agricultural study.

Eligibility

Marathon County resident, or a student currently studying at a school within Marathon County (including the Agricultural Center of Excellence through Northcentral Technical College);Planning to pursue a degreed program, short course, or continuing education program within the University of Wisconsin, or Wisconsin Technical College System in the upcoming school year;Possessing potential for successful work in the agricultural industry as indicated by past record, test data, and other supplemental information.