Scholarships for 4-Year Students in
Animal Science
Richard and Dana Balander Avian Scholarship
This scholarship will award up to $1,500 dollars to honor and encourage students pursuing a poultry or avian species related career. Academic performance, leadership attributes, career ambitions and financial need will be considered by the selection committee. Undergraduate students will receive primary consideration, but graduate students are also encouraged to apply. Applications are available in spring semester in 1250 Anthony Hall. Deadline is May 15 for completed applications.
Howard E. Cowles Dairy Prize
Awarded annually to juniors born in Michigan and who are majoring in Animal Science with an interest in dairy. Students must also exhibit interest and participation in extracurricular dairy activities. Recipients are selected by the faculty of Animal Science from students who meet criteria for eligibility.
Michigan Dairy Memorial Scholarships
Tuition scholarships of $1,500/year for freshmen or $3,500/year to full tuition and fees for sophomores, juniors and seniors are available to students preparing for careers in the dairy industry. Applications are available in 1250 Anthony Hall. Deadline for completed applications is September 27 for freshmen and February 28 for sophomores, juniors and seniors.
Jack and Betty Barnes International Michigan Dairy
Memorial Scholarship
A tuition scholarship of $1,000 is available to students meeting eligibility criteria for Michigan Dairy Memorial Scholarships and who desire an international experience to enhance their education. Applications are available in 1250 Anthony Hall. Deadline for completed applications is April 1.
Michigan Livestock Industry Scholarships
Awards of $2,000/year are available to students preparing for careers in the livestock industry. Applications are available in 1250 Anthony Hall. Deadline is March 1 for completed applications.
Michigan Pork Producers Association Scholarship
Scholarships of $1,000, $500, $250 are awarded annually to undergraduates with an interest in the swine industry. Applications are available from Michigan Pork Producers Association. Deadline is January 15 for completed applications.
Ralph Hudson Scholarship
A $250 cash award is given to the Outstanding Block and Bridle Club member selected by the faculty of Animal Science.
Reginald A. Emmert Scholarship
The Reginald Emmert Endowed Scholarship is intended to honor and encourage full-time, undergraduate students majoring in a) the Department of Animal Science with emphasis in livestock production and b) the Department of Forestry with emphasis in plantation forestry in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, at Michigan State University. It is the intent of the donors, that this scholarship provides motivation and incentive to students demonstrating a desire to pursue careers in Animal Science and Forestry.
FUNDING LINE
Scholarship application are due annually in February. Generally, less than 5 scholarships are awarded and while amounts vary, the general award is between $1000 and $2000 per term. Students may reapply.
CRITERIA
Full-time student pursuing an undergraduate degree in the MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, majoring in a) the Department of Animal Science with emphasis in livestock production and b) the Department of Forestry with emphasis in plantation forestry.
Demonstrate sound academic achievement by maintaining the minimum GPA as determined annually by each department.
Demonstrate intent to pursue a career in a) Livestock Production and related fields or b) Plantation Forestry and related fields. The application process may include a one-page summary of the candidate’s career aspirations.
Evidence of the candidate’s involvement in community activities with demonstrated leadership abilities.
Graduation from a high school located in the United States.
It is the donor’s intent that students, who might no otherwise be able to attend college due to financial constraints, be given preference in the selection process.
ADDITIONAL FACTORS
Scholarship may be divided equally between fall and spring terms.
Download 2007 Emmert Scholarship Application (MS Excel)…
Harry Moxley Scholarship
A $250 cash award is given to the outstanding junior in Animal Science with a livestock emphasis. The recipient is selected by the faculty of Animal Science.
Scholarships for Students Enrolled in
The Institute of Agricultural Technology
Michigan Milk Producers Association Scholarship
Eight awards are presented annually to Ag Tech Dairy Management students interested in pursuing careers in dairy farming. Recipients must be MMPA members, or children or employees of members. Applications are available in 1250F Anthony Hall. Deadline for completed applications is September 15.
Michigan Dairy Memorial Scholarships
Tuition scholarships of $2,000/year are available to Ag Tech students preparing for careers in dairy science, processing, and/or manufacturing. Applications are available in 1250 Anthony Hall. Deadline for completed applications is September 27 for freshmen and February 28 for sophomores, juniors and seniors.
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Additional Regional or National Scholarships
National Dairy Shrine scholarships
The National Dairy Shrine offers scholarships to college students with an interest in dairy, with awards totaling over $30,000/year. Eligibility details and applications for seven recognition programs and scholarships are available at www.dairyshrine.org.
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) Pork Industry Scholarship
Four $2,500 scholarships will be awarded to students who intend to pursue a career in the pork industry – talented and thoughtful students who may emerge as industry leaders someday.
One of the top four winners will receive an all expense paid trip to the Pork Industry Forum.
Be an undergraduate student in a two-year swine program or a four-year college of agriculture;
Write a brief letter indicating what role you see yourself playing in the pork industry after graduation;
Submit an essay of 750 words or less describing an issue you see confronting the pork industry today or in the future – and offer your solutions;
Obtain two letters of reference from current or former professors or industry professionals;
Prepare a cover sheet with your:
name
complete mailing address and telephone number
school name
year in school
permanent mailing address and telephone number
social security number
Submit all the above items in a single envelope to:
National Pork Producers Council
PO Box 10383
Des Moines, Iowa 50306
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) will administer the program, read the essays, and select the winners. Essays will be judged on the basis of clarity or expression, persuasiveness, originality, and relevance of topic. Winners will be announced at the Pork Industry Forum, in February.
Application deadline December.
Other Agriculture-related Scholarships
Hoard’s Dairyman provides a listing of scholarships available to youth majoring in agriculture or with a dairy background.
Link to eligibility details and application information…
Land O’Lakes Propel® Energy Nugget Scholarship
Land O’Lakes Purina Feed LLC will award five $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who demonstrate scholastic achievement, leadership in agriculture and a perceived ability to contribute to agriculture in the future. The Propel® Energy Nugget scholarship program is available to high school graduates pursuing a two- or four-year degree in dairy science or dairy nutrition and management.
To qualify for the program, a student must:
Be a high school senior, graduating in spring of 2009;
Demonstrate leadership abilities and academic performance;
Complete an application; and
Write essays describing why he or she is interested in a dairy science or dairy nutrition and management career.