Terry Sturgell Memorial Scholarship

The Sturgell Family, along with Edgar County Farm Bureau, is proud to announce the Terry Sturgell Memorial Scholarship. The amount awarded is one (1) $1,000 scholarship to be determined by the Sturgell Family.

Eligible students must check the criteria below:

Must be in an agricultural degree program
Can be enrolled at a 2 or 4 year accredited institution
**Does not need to be a Illinois Farm Bureau member**
Can be a high school senior, continuing student, or returning college student
Scholarship
- Academic performance and honors
- Rank in Class
Financial need
Evidence of self-help. How is the student contributing financially to his/her education?
Character and personality (Demonstrated leadership, motivation, etc.).

Scholarships Due:

DEADLINE IS April 5th, 2024

Please be aware of the eligibility requirements as you check mark which scholarships you wish to apply to below. If you have any questions please contact the Edgar County Farm Bureau at 217-465-8511 or manager@edgarcfb.org

Name*

First NameLast Name

Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Father's/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name

Mother's/Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name

G.P.A*

I am...*

A graduating SeniorContinuing my education at a higher ed. instituteReturning to school to a complete a degreeOther

Attach School Transcript*

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Please provide any academic awards you have received in the last four years. (If none, please type NONE)*

Activities

List the student activities in which you participate in or have participated. Indicate offices and positions of leadership you held, as well as any honors you received based on your participation. (If none, please type NONE)*

List the community activities (not directly connected with high school) in which you have participated. Indicate offices and positions of leadership you have held, as well as any honors you have received based on your participation. (If none, please type NONE)*

Describe any employment you have had during school or during summer vacations. (If none, please type NONE)*

Interests

Briefly summarize what your intended major will be at college and why you chose this course of study. *

What hobbies or special interests do you have?*

Academic Plans

Name the college, university, or vocational school you are attending or plan to attend.*

Briefly state your intended major field of study in higher education.*

What are your goals in this field of study?*

Why do you feel you should be awarded the Edgar County Farm Bureau® scholarship?*

Financial Analysis

Since financial need is one factor in selecting the recipient of the Edgar County Farm Bureau® Scholarship, the following information will help the Scholarship Review Committee in its deliberations. The information is strictly confidential and will only be reviewed by the Scholarship Review Committee.

Will you work during the school year to support your education?*

YesNo

If so, how many hours per week?*

5-910-1920-2930-39

Do you have a scholarship or tuition waiver? If so, please indicate the name and value of such. (If none, please type NONE)*

What percentage of college expenses are paid by parents or family?*

Do you have siblings? If so how many? Are they attending some type of higher education? (Format example: Jane Doe, 21, Attending Lake Land College (If none, please type NONE))*

By checking the boxes below you agree that all information in this scholarship application is true to the best of your knowledge. If you are under the age of 18, please have a parent check that they agree. *

I agree that all of the information is filled as honestly and to the best of my abilityIf applicable, I, the guardian of this applicant, agree to the terms above.