Beaufort County Farm Bureau Scholarships

Scholarship Sponsored by Beaufort County Farm Bureau

Summary
The Beaufort County Farm Bureau awards a $1,000 scholarship each year to a student pursuing an agriculture or agriculture‑related degree. This program is intended to help students from Farm Bureau member families in Beaufort County and to encourage the leadership skills needed for careers in agriculture, civic life, and public service.

Who may apply
- You must be a member of a Beaufort County Farm Bureau member family. (Questions about membership? Call the county office at 522-0031.)
- The scholarship is open to:
- graduating high school seniors, or
- current college students (undergraduate or graduate)
pursuing an agricultural or ag‑related major.
- Minimum academic requirement: a 2.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale). A certified copy of your most recent transcript must be included with your application.

Award details and renewal
- Amount: $1,000, awarded annually.
- Payment: The scholarship will be credited toward the recipient’s tuition, books, and lab fees at an accredited two‑ or four‑year college or graduate institution.
- Renewal: The scholarship may be renewed for one or more additional years, but renewal requires re‑application and committee approval. You must continue to meet the eligibility and GPA requirements.

Selection process
- Recipients are chosen on the basis of character, demonstrated leadership, and dedication to agriculture or related fields.
- Selection is made by a committee from another South Carolina Farm Bureau county, following guidelines set by the Beaufort County Farm Bureau Board of Directors.
- Only applicants who meet the program criteria will be considered. The committee’s decision is final.

How to apply (checklist)
Your application packet must include:
- Completed application form
- Certified copy of your most recent transcript
- Reference (as indicated on the application)
- Personal statement
Mail the complete packet to:
Beaufort County Farm Bureau
PO Box 4488
Beaufort, SC 29903

Deadline
- Your application must be received by August 1.

Other notes
- The Beaufort County Farm Bureau Board of Directors reserves the right to amend these guidelines.
- If you have questions about membership or the application process, call the Beaufort County office at 522-0031.

Takeaway (from your teacher): Prepare your materials early, show how you’ve led and served in agriculture, and proofread your personal statement—this scholarship is both financial support and an endorsement of your potential as a future leader in agriculture.