Scholarship Opportunity

McKerrow Scholarship

Offered by Minnesota Livestock Breeders' Association

The McKerrow Scholarship supports Minnesota residents who are present or former 4-H members and are continuing undergraduate education in Animal Science at one of six designated universities.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelCollege Sophomore, College Junior, College 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
DeadlineMarch 1, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a resident of Minnesota.
  • Be a present or former 4-H member.
  • Be entering sophomore, junior, or senior year of college.
  • Major or minor in Animal Science.
  • Attend the University of Minnesota St. Paul, University of Minnesota Crookston, University of Wisconsin-River Falls, South Dakota State University, North Dakota State University, or Iowa State University.
  • Applicants may receive the McKerrow Scholarship only once.

Requirements

  • Complete the current McKerrow Scholarship application.
  • Meet the Minnesota residency requirement.
  • Document present or former 4-H participation.
  • Be enrolled in an eligible university and major or minor in Animal Science.
  • Claim the scholarship within one year of receiving the award.

How to Apply

  1. 1Confirm that you attend one of the six eligible universities.
  2. 2Confirm Minnesota residency and present or former 4-H membership.
  3. 3Complete the current McKerrow Scholarship application.
  4. 4Submit the application by March 1.
  5. 5If selected, claim the scholarship within one year.