- Nov. 15, 2015 application opens
- Nov. 23, 2015 advisor approval process begins
- Feb. 1, 2016 (5 p.m. EST application closes)
- Feb. 8, 2016 Signature page must be postmarked and mailed
- Be a high school senior or currently enrolled in college
- Be less than 23 years of age at time of application (February 1)
- Be current FFA members unless otherwise stated
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Must have Social Security Number to claim scholarships
- Plan to attend post-secondary school in the U.S.
- Be a full-time student
- Currently enrolled and actively attending classes
- Minimum 12 credit hours if enrolled in a post-secondary institution
- Have or create an FFA.org account
Students may receive one scholarship as a high school senior and one while in college for a maximum of two scholarships during their academic career. Students who have already received two scholarships through this program are not eligible to apply.