Klussendorf/McKown Scholarship

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 3/1/2024

Closes: 4/15/2024

Klussendorf/McKown Scholarship provides financial assistance to college students majoring in dairy science at a college or university in the United States or Canada.

Win up to

$1,500

Essay Required: Yes
Need-Based: No
Merit-Based: No
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Requirements

This program is open to students who are completing their first, second, or third year at a 2- or 4-year college or university in the United States or Canada.

Applicants must be majoring in dairy science, animal science, agribusiness, or another field that will help prepare them for a career in the dairy industry.

They must submit 200word essays on 1) their dairy cattle experiences; 2) their dairy-related participation in 4-H, FFA, judging, breed association, and other student-related activities; 3) their leadership roles; and 4) why they want to be part of the U.S. or Canadian dairy industry's future.

Financial need is not considered in the selection process.

Preference for the Robert McKown Scholarship is given to students with Holstein experience.

Details

Pursued Degree Level

Bachelor's Degree

Current Grade

College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior

Location

Country: CA, US

Intended Area of Study

Agricultural Business, Animal Sciences and Husbandry, Dairy Science

Affiliations

Future Farmers of America, 4-H

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