Scholarships

Ag Leadership Scholarships

McLean County Farm Bureau Foundation offers scholarships to students pursuing agricultural careers. Scholarships may be awarded in three categories:

  • High School Seniors
  • College/University students
  • Technical or Trade School students
Please note: Heartland Community College & Illinois State University Students are NOT eligible for Ag Leadership Scholarships, but are eligible for the Homegrown Ag Scholarships (see below)

Ag Leadership Scholarship Guidelines:

McLean County Beef Association Scholarships

McLean County Beef Association offers scholarships to students pursuing agricultural careers. Scholarships may be awarded in two categories:

  • High School Seniors
  • College, University, Technical or Trade School students

Beef Scholarship Guidelines:

One application & one recommendation form can be used to apply for both Ag Leadership & McLean County Beef scholarships!

Scholarship Application Form:

Scholarship Recommendation Form:

Homegrown Ag Scholarships

Homegrown Ag Scholarships are available to McLean County students who meet the following criteria:

  • Graduate of a McLean County High School and resident of McLean County
  • McLean County Farm Bureau member or dependent of a member
  • Full time student pursuing an agriculture degree or certificate at Heartland Community College or Illinois State University
  • Eligible students at Heartland Community College will receive $500 per semester for up to 4 semesters (or 60 credit hours)
  • Eligible students at Illinois State University will receive $500 per semester for up to 4 semesters (or 60 credit hours) and $1,000 per semester for up to 4 semesters (61 – 120 credit hours)

Heartland Students

IL State Students