Scholarship Opportunity

CCI Innovation in Agriculture Scholarship

Offered by Corn Capital Innovations / University of Minnesota Extension 4-H

The CCI Innovation in Agriculture Scholarship supports Minnesota 4-H members and alumni entering college to pursue agriculture degrees, with preference for crop- and agribusiness-related fields.

EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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2026 Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineApril 1, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a 4-H member or alumnus.
  • Be entering college as a freshman.
  • Attend a postsecondary institution in the United States.
  • Intend to pursue a degree in agriculture.
  • Preference is given to agronomy, soil science, horticulture, plant science, agricultural economics, agribusiness, and closely related fields.

Requirements

  • Complete the online application.
  • Submit an official high school transcript.
  • Submit two non-relative recommendation letters.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the CCI scholarship application.
  2. 2Upload an official high school transcript.
  3. 3Obtain recommendations from a teacher or academic advisor and an Extension educator or volunteer leader.
  4. 4Submit by April 1.

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