About the Scholarship

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers several scholarships to cover students’ educational expenses. Eligible students must major in agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or related academic disciplines. Since 2014, USDA has provided opportunities for nearly 140 scholars. Application requirements for the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program are:Essay Application form Personal statement Official Transcript

Eligibility Criteria

Must be a high school senioror rising college sophomore or junior. Must be a U.S. citizen. Must have a cumulative year-end GPA of 3.0 or higher. Must demonstrate leadership and community service. Must be majoring in agriculture. Must attend a participating college or university.In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:Sign Up To View

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