Higher Education Scholarship Program
Farm Credit East is committed to supporting the next generation of agriculture. Our $5000.00 Higher Education Scholarships are for high school graduates planning to pursue a career in agriculture, forestry, commercial fishing or a related field.
Eligibility
An associate, bachelor’s or graduate degree, as well as technical school attendance, qualifies as post high school education.
Additional Requirements
Each candidate for the scholarship must have a permanent home address within the eight-state territory served by Farm Credit East: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont. Candidates must also plan to attend post high school education in the upcoming fall semester. $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to recipients. Applicants are eligible to win this scholarship only once.
Usage and Distribution Details
Scholarships can be used to defray the cost of tuition, room and board, books and other academic charges. Payment will be made directly to the student in June. Proof of college and photo of student suitable for publicity is to be submitted by hard copy before check will be issued. Scholarship award is merit-based.