Grow Your Future in Agriculture with the Louis R. and Helen E. Schwartz FFA Scholarship
Administered by the Saginaw Community Foundation, the scholarship provides financial assistance to eligible students who demonstrate financial need and plan to pursue full-time undergraduate education in agriculture or an agriculture-related field
The opportunity is available to qualified students from selected counties in Michigan, Minnesota, and Iowa
Previous recipients may also reapply while continuing their undergraduate studies
Scholarship Details
Host Country
United States
Scholarship Name
Louis R. and Helen E. Schwartz FFA Agricultural Scholarship
Administered By
Saginaw Community Foundation
Degree Level
Undergraduate
Eligible Fields
Agriculture and Agriculture-related Fields
Scholarship Value
Amount Varies
Number of Awards
Varies
Eligible Applicants
Domestic Students in the United States
Application Deadline
February 13, 2027
Degree Level
The scholarship is available to eligible students pursuing undergraduate degree programs
Applicants must plan to study full-time at an eligible educational institution
Previous scholarship recipients may reapply while continuing their undergraduate education
Eligible Fields of Study
Applicants may pursue a degree in Agriculture
Programs in Agribusiness are eligible
Students studying Agricultural Science may apply
Animal Science programs are included
Applicants pursuing Crop Science may be considered
Agricultural Education is an eligible field
Students enrolled in Agricultural Engineering programs may apply
Agronomy is included among the approved academic areas
Horticulture students may also be eligible
Other undergraduate programs connected to agriculture or agriculture-related occupations may be considered
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive financial assistance toward undergraduate education
Scholarship award amounts will be determined according to available funding
The funding can help reduce tuition costs and other eligible educational expenses
The scholarship supports students preparing for careers in agriculture, agribusiness, agricultural science, and related industries
Previous recipients may continue receiving support by submitting a new application and meeting the scholarship requirements
Eligible Nationalities and Residency
The scholarship is open to domestic students in the United States
Applicants must reside in Saginaw County in Michigan, Lyon County in Minnesota, or Muscatine County in Iowa
Students residing outside the eligible counties may not qualify for consideration
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or college students who previously received the scholarship
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5
Applicants must demonstrate financial need
Applicants must pursue an undergraduate degree in agriculture or an agriculture-related field
Applicants must plan to enroll as full-time students
Applicants must reside in one of the eligible counties
Previous recipients must continue to satisfy the academic, enrollment, financial need, residency, and field of study requirements when reapplying
Eligible Counties
Saginaw County in Michigan
Lyon County in Minnesota
Muscatine County in Iowa
Required Application Documents
Applicants may be required to submit a completed scholarship application
Academic transcripts may be requested to verify the minimum cumulative grade point average
Applicants may need to provide proof of residence in an eligible county
Verification of full-time enrollment or planned enrollment may be required
Students may be asked to provide information about their selected agricultural major and future career goals
Financial information may be requested to evaluate demonstrated financial need
Previous scholarship recipients may need to provide updated academic and enrollment records
Additional supporting documents may be required according to the official scholarship instructions
How to Apply
Applicants should first confirm that they meet the residency, academic, financial need, enrollment, and field of study requirements
Eligible students should complete the official scholarship application administered by the Saginaw Community Foundation
Applicants should provide accurate information about their education, financial circumstances, county of residence, academic program, and agricultural career goals
All requested documents and supporting materials should be prepared and submitted according to the official application instructions
Previous recipients who wish to receive additional support must submit a new application and demonstrate continued eligibility
The complete application must be submitted before February 13, 2027
Incomplete applications or submissions received after the deadline may not be considered
Cultivate Your Education and Build a Career in Agriculture
The Louis R. and Helen E. Schwartz FFA Agricultural Scholarship offers a valuable opportunity for students who want to contribute to the future of farming, food production, agribusiness, agricultural science, and related professions
With financial support based on available funding, eligible students can reduce the cost of their education and move closer to achieving their academic and professional goals in agriculture