Scholarship Opportunity

MGGA $500 Scholarship

Offered by Montana Grain Growers Association

The Montana Grain Growers Association $500 Scholarship supports Montana high school seniors and college students pursuing degrees that can positively impact agriculture and rural communities. Applicants are evaluated on academics, school involvement, community involvement, and their understanding of agriculture.

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RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior

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2026 Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineFebruary 1, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a Montana high school senior or college student.
  • Pursue a degree that can positively impact rural communities.
  • Plan to enroll or remain enrolled full time.
  • Obtain the signature of a Montana Grain Growers Association member who is not related to you.

Requirements

  • Complete the scholarship application.
  • Submit an academic transcript.
  • Provide information about school involvement.
  • Provide information about community involvement.
  • Write the required agriculture essay of up to 250 words.
  • Obtain the required signature from a non-family MGGA member.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the MGGA scholarship application.
  2. 2Prepare the required 250-word agriculture essay.
  3. 3Provide your school and community involvement.
  4. 4Attach your transcript.
  5. 5Obtain the signature of an MGGA member who is not related to you.
  6. 6Submit the complete application by February 1.

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