Montcalm County FB Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by Montcalm County Farm Bureau
Introduction
The Montcalm County Farm Bureau offers scholarships to support students pursuing post-secondary education. Below are the qualifications, selection criteria, application instructions, and award details.
Eligibility
- The applicant or the applicant’s parent/legal guardian must hold an active membership in the Montcalm County Farm Bureau.
- Applicants must be high school seniors or high school graduates who have been accepted to or are currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution.
- Students may submit an application for this scholarship in subsequent years (annual re-application permitted).
- Consideration will be given to demonstrated good citizenship and positive conduct in relationships with peers, school staff, community members, and family. Academic achievement and financial need will also be factors in the evaluation.
- High school students who are entering college are required to have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Scholarship funds will be disbursed only after the student completes the first semester of college and maintains a semester GPA of at least 2.5.
Selection
- Recipients are chosen by the Montcalm County Farm Bureau Board of Directors.
How to Apply
- Fill out every section of the scholarship application form.
- Include an official transcript of high school coursework and grades; if currently in college, provide the most recent college transcript.
- Attach a recent photograph and the required essay.
- Provide one letter of recommendation from a principal, teacher, or employer.
Scholarship Amount
- Individual awards will be no less than $250. Typical awards will be up to $500, but the Board of Directors may authorize multiple awards or grant scholarship amounts exceeding $500 at their discretion.