2022 Scholarship opportunities

Each year, Ohio Farm Bureau provides a comprehensive list of scholarships available to students pursuing degrees in agriculture or related fields. Certain eligibility requirements apply.

Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarships – Applications open in early January, 2022

Ohio students from rural, suburban and urban communities and pursuing degrees connected in some way to agriculture are invited to apply for a set of scholarships supported by the Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation. Most county Farm Bureaus have their own scholarship programs. For questions about Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation scholarships, please contact Luke Houghton, [email protected].

Ohio Sheep Improvement Association Scholarships – Applications open March 15, 2022

The Ohio Sheep Improvement Association in coordination with the Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation sponsors the Dr. Jack Judy Memorial Scholarship and the High Family Memorial Scholarship. The Ralph Grimshaw Memorial Scholarship is sponsored by the Ohio Sheep Improvement Association. The OSIA LEAD Council scholarships are sponsored by the OSIA LEAD Council.

Ohio Ag Council Scholarships – Applications due Feb. 15, 2022

Ohio Ag Council annually offers scholarships to assist students in pursuing a career in an agricultural-related field. Scholarships are available to high school seniors preparing to enter college or any undergraduate student currently enrolled in college. Applicants or their parent or legal guardian must be a resident of Ohio.

Ohio Soybean Council Foundation Scholarships – Applications due Jan. 14, 2022

The scholarship program encourages undergraduate and graduate students at Ohio colleges and universities to pursue degrees in one of the many academic fields that support the future of the soybean industry, including agriculture, business, communication, economics, education, engineering, science and technology. New this year, the Ohio Soybean Association will be offering one $1,000 scholarship to students of any major with a passion for the soybean industry.

Ohio Corn and Wheat Scholarships – Applications due Nov. 30, 2021

Ohio Corn & Wheat’s scholarship program encourages undergraduate students at Ohio colleges and universities to pursue degrees in one of the many academic fields that support the future of the corn and small grain industries including agriculture, business, communication, economics, education, science and technology.

Ohio CattleWomen Scholarships – Applications due Dec. 15, 2021

Up to five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded annually to outstanding students entering their college junior or senior year. Priority will be given to applicants attending a school in Ohio. Applicants’ majors may vary, however, preference will be given to a major in agriculture, specifically relating to beef.

Ohio Pork Council Scholarships – Applications due Jan. 1, 2022

Previous OPC scholarship recipients are eligible to re-apply during their college career. Please note that scholarship applicants must be an OPC member, or the child of an OPC member, to be considered.

USDA Scholarships and Internships — Application deadlines vary.