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The AERA along with one representative from AAEA will play a facilitating role in the selection of Indian students or young professionals to participate in the mentorship program. The offer and themes for each year will be published in one of the issues of Agricultural Economics Research Review (AERR) and recommendation of the Association shall be sent to AAEA for Award of the grant. The program shall be open to doctoral and post-doctoral candidates and the maximum age of the candidate should not be more than 35 years. Applicants may have a Masters or PhD degree in agricultural economics or economics with evident contribution to agricultural economics research. The candidate should give an undertaking to publish at least one research article in a journal of national/international repute as an outcome of the mentorship work. The candidate will attend the AAEA Annual Meeting and the candidate will work with an AAEA Member mentor. Applicants must submit a cover letter outlining proposed plan for mentorship, including contact information for the mentor, proposed dates and nature of the research project and collaboration, and outputs expected. A research proposal outlining the research project that the applicant will work on with his or her mentor is also required. Applicants must also submit a letter of recommendation from their department head or supervisor stating that the institution supports the applicant's participation. A letter of intent to collaborate from the proposed mentor must also be submitted. Please visit the fellowship's website or contact the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association for more information.

The AAEA Trust Committee is accepting applications for the 2026 Chester O. McCorkle Jr. Student Scholarship. This scholarship will support applied research by a graduate student on economic issues relating to agriculture. Funds can be used for research related expenses, data collection, tuition and program related expenses such as fees, books, supplies and equipment, provided the items are required of all students in the program. Applicants must submit a description of the proposed research and letter of support from their major advisor. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association for more information.

The Anthony Grano Special Purpose Fund provides scholarships for academically successful, highly motivated students in agricultural economics or a closely related discipline with an interest in agricultural policy and the policy formation process. The scholarships will allow selected students the opportunity to observe the role agricultural economics plays in the agricultural policy formation process by introducing them to decision-makers in the legislative and executive branches of the federal government. Two recipients will be chosen to travel for one week to Washington, DC to meet with senior staff from USDA, Congressional offices, agricultural trade associations, farm and commodity organizations, and NGOs. Meeting schedules will be personalized to reflect the recipient's policy interests. Eligible applicants will be students in either agricultural economics or economics with an agricultural emphasis in any U.S. university. Ideal candidates are academically competent, highly motivated with an interest in agricultural policy and the policy formulation process. Applicants must submit a cover letter that expresses interest and includes applicant contact information. A letter of support from the department head is also required. Department Heads are encouraged to match the funds if their nominee is selected. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association for more information.

The Enid Hall Griswold Memorial Scholarship is awarded to two deserving college juniors or seniors enrolled in an accredited college or university in the United States who is pursuing a major in political science, history, government, or economics.

The Elbert and Mary Elsbury Scholarship was established through a bequest to encourage the pursuit of higher education and careers in agriculture. Applicants must be studying agriculture, home economics or related fields. Three equal scholarships awarded with recipients meeting the following: (1) One to a Lake County Farm Bureau member, spouse or child of member and resident of Lake County Illinois. (2) One to a graduating senior of Warren Township High School, Gurnee, IL (Farm Bureau membership not required). (3) One to a Lake County Farm Bureau member, spouse or child of a member who is a member of a Lake County 4-H Club. The IAA Foundation enhances the future of agriculture by offering college scholarships to Illinois farm families, Illinois Farm Bureau members, spouses, and their children who major in agriculture-related courses of study. The IAA Foundation is pleased to administer scholarships on behalf of families and agriculture partners who wish to support students and help assure a well-qualified, professional agricultural workforce in Illinois. Applicants may be previous recipients of an IAA Foundation scholarship. All applicants must be a high school graduate or be graduating in 2025 and must be accepted for enrollment or currently be enrolled at an accredited college, university, community college or trade school. In addition to individual scholarship eligibility guidelines, selection of recipients is based on activities and involvement, financial plan, essay response, personal statements and in some cases, academic performance. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

The Frank A. Weidman Fund was established at The Pittsburgh Foundation to provide funds for graduates of Pittsburgh Public Schools to complete college and university studies in the arts and social sciences. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors attending one of the following Pittsburgh public high schools: Allderdice High School; Barack Obama Academy of International Studies (Obama Academy); Brashear High School; Carrick High School; Perry High School; Pittsburgh Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA); Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy (SciTech); Pittsburgh Westinghouse Academy; or University Preparatory School at Milliones (U Prep/Pittsburgh Milliones). They must be pursuing a degree in the Arts or Social Sciences (Anthropology, Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology). Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate financial need. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact The Pittsburgh Foundation for more information.

The Oregon State Fiscal Association Scholarship will be awarded to members of Oregon State Fiscal Association or their dependents. Members must study economics, finance, public administration, or related fields. Children of members may enter any program of study. Children of members must enroll full-time. Members must enroll at least half-time. Students may apply-compete annually as this scholarship may be received for a maximum of 4 years. February 15 is the Early Bird deadline and March 1 is the final deadline for all materials to be submitted to OSAC. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion for more information.

The Margaret M. Williams Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to graduating seniors of Josephine County public high schools. Preference will be given to applicants who will pursue a career in K-12 education or teaching. Students may attend any public community college (Only if the student plans to complete their bachelor's degree. To be confirmed by the committee.); or four-year public or private non-profit university eligible to receive Title IV federal financial aid in the United States. Financial need may or may not be considered so FAFSA filing is recommended. Semifinalists may be interviewed by a selection committee and may be asked to provide references. The scholarship may be automatically renewable for four years if renewal criteria are met; new awards may be made only if funds are available. February 15 is the Early Bird deadline and March 1 is the final deadline for all materials to be submitted to OSAC. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion for more information.

The USDA 1890 National Scholars Program is aimed at bolstering educational and career opportunities for students from rural or underserved communities around the country. It was established in 1992 as part of the partnership between USDA and the 1890 land-grant universities. To be eligible for the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program scholarship, a student must have been accepted for admission or currently attending one of the nineteen 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities. They must study agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or other related academic disciplines. Applicants must submit at least two letters of reference. The USDA 1890 National Scholars Program is open to high school seniors entering their freshman year of college, and rising college sophomores and juniors. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the program for more information.