Scholarship Opportunity

Lyon County Corn & Soybean Growers Scholarship

Offered by Lyon County Corn & Soybean Growers

A rare agriculture scholarship open to both high school juniors and seniors in Lyon County. The program is listed by the Minnesota Corn Growers Association as part of its county scholarship network supporting the next generation of agriculture students and professionals.

Minimum GPA2.5+
EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Junior, High School Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2026 Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineMay 1, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a high school junior or senior.
  • Plan to study an agriculture-based program at a postsecondary school.
  • Complete the Lyon County Corn and Soybean Growers student membership application; the fee is waived.
  • Have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA.

Requirements

  • Complete the online application.
  • Submit a current transcript.
  • Submit one recommendation letter from a faculty/staff member or mentor who is not family.
  • Answer one of the published essay questions or use the allowed video option where applicable.

How to Apply

  1. 1Review the current county scholarship requirements on the Minnesota Corn scholarship page.
  2. 2Confirm that you meet the county, school, agriculture, membership, GPA, and student-status requirements that apply to this scholarship.
  3. 3Complete the current scholarship application.
  4. 4Gather and submit every required supporting document.
  5. 5Submit the complete application by 2026-05-01.
  6. 6If selected, complete any post-award transcript, enrollment-verification, or payment requirements before scholarship funds are released.

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