Terry Sturgell Memorial Scholarship

The Sturgell Family, along with Edgar County Farm Bureau, is proud to offer 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 May 1st, 2026

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

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Activities

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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 Terry Sturgell Memorial Scholarship?

Financial Analysis

Since financial need is one factor in selecting the recipient of the Terry Sturgell Memorial 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?

If so, how many hours per week?

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.