Jefferson County Scholarship Application

Jefferson County Scholarship
Scholarship Description

The Jefferson County Farm Bureau will be awarding up to $2,000 in scholarships for qualified students from Jefferson County who are or will be pursuing further education.

The scholarship recipients will be announced in May. Recipients will also be acknowledged at the Jefferson County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting in September. The scholarship money will be paid in January following completion of one (1) quarter or semester of school. A copy of your college transcript will be required from the preceding fall quarter or semester to receive your scholarship money. Any scholarship money that is not claimed after one (1) year will be forfeited.

Deadline March 31, 2026

Applicant Eligibility
- The applicant, parent or legal guardian must be a current member of the Jefferson County Farm Bureau for the last two consecutive membership years.
- The applicant, parent or legal guardian must also be a resident of and/or attend school in Jefferson County.
Scholarship Rules and Regulations
- The scholarship recipients will be chosen by the Jefferson County Farm Bureau Scholarship committee.
PLEASE NOTE – This application is estimated to take one hour to complete and must be completed in one sitting. Please obtain your transcript (can be an unofficial copy), letters of recommendation, and write your essay(s) before beginning this application.
- Letters of Recommendation (2):
  - Applicants must obtain two (2) letters of reference from an adult leader, mentor, and/or educator who describes the applicant’s academic, community service, and/or leadership experiences.
  - Letters cannot come from family members.
  - Letters may not be written by the applicant, anyone under 21 years of age, or anyone related to the applicant or serving as a legal guardian.
  - Contact information (at least one phone number) should be included for each reference.
  - Please note that letters of recommendation must be dated within the last six (6) months and cannot be reused if you have previously applied for this scholarship.
- Essay(s):
  - How has agriculture affected your life?
  - Why are you choosing your field of study, and what do you plan to do with the education you receive?
  - How has your agricultural background made you a unique individual?
Click "Next" to begin the application process.

Applicant Eligibility
Are you or your parent/legal guardian a resident of and/or attend school in Jefferson County?*

YesNo
Are you or your parent/guardian a member of the Jefferson County Farm Bureau for at least the past two consecutive membership years?*

YesNo
Member Name*
Member ID Number*

Applicant Information
Name

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Cell Phone Number*
Father's Name

First NameLast Name
Occupation
Mother's Name

First NameLast Name
Occupation
Guardian's Name

First NameLast Name
Occupation
Are there siblings in college?*

YesNo
If yes, how many
Are there siblings still living at home?*

YesNo
If yes, how many
Name of High School*
City of High School*
Date of Graduation*

MonthDayYear
Date
I have been accepted to attend: (list name(s) of post-secondary school(s):*
Intended Major*
College Attending (if Applicable)
Major

Activities In The Following Areas

Please state the years of involvement, offices held, awards presented, etc. and indicate areas not applicable
School*
Community Service*
Youth/Church Organizations *
Farm Bureau Involvement *

Work Experience
Are you currently employed?*

YesNo
Number of hours per week?
Farm/Other Work Responsibilities? Please Explain.
Name of Employer
Job Description

Essay
How has agriculture affected your life?*
Why are you choosing your field of study and what do you plan to do with the education you receive?*
How has your agricultural background made you a unique individual?*

Letters of Recommendation and Transcripts
Applicants must obtain two (2) letters of reference from an adult leader, mentor, and/or educator that describes the applicant’s academic, community service, and/or leadership experiences. Recommendation letters cannot come from a family member. Please note that letters of recommendation must be dated within the six (6) months and cannot be reused if you have previously applied for this scholarship.
Name of Letter of Recommendation *

First NameLast Name
Title*
Letter of Recommendation *

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Name of Letter of Recommendation *

First NameLast Name
Title*
Letter of Recommendation *

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Please upload your most recent transcript.
Upload Transcript*

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Upload a Photo
Please upload a recent photo. Photo will be used for promotional purposes only.
Photo Upload*

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Jefferson County Scholarship

Applicant Eligibility

Applicant Information

Activities In The Following Areas

Work Experience

Essay

Letters of Recommendation and Transcripts

Upload a Photo

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