Maryland State Fair Scholarships

Scholarship Sponsored by Maryland State Fair

Overview The Maryland State Fair is offering three $2,000 scholarships for Maryland youth: - F. Grove Miller Scholarship — for Maryland students enrolled in a four‑year college, other postsecondary institution, or trade school. - Marlin K. Hoff Scholarship — for Maryland students who have carried a dairy project at the Maryland State Fair and plan to pursue a certificate, associate, or bachelor’s degree. - Kinsley Construction Scholarship — for Maryland students currently pursuing a postsecondary degree in pre‑veterinary or large‑animal veterinary medicine. How recipients are chosen Selection is based on: - ongoing participation in the Maryland State Fair, - academic achievement, - leadership, - clear future goals, and - demonstrated financial need. Who can apply - Maryland permanent residents who have participated in the 2025 Maryland State Fair and/or earlier State Fairs. - Students entering freshman through senior year of college, students in postsecondary programs, and students in trade schools. - Applicants must provide proof of enrollment to the Maryland State Fair Office by August 1 of the academic year the scholarship is awarded. Rules and limits - You may submit applications for all three scholarships, but you may receive only one scholarship in a single year. - A student may win up to two Maryland State Fair–sponsored scholarships over time (for example, two F. Grove Miller awards, or one F. Grove Miller plus one Marlin K. Hoff), but not more than one award in the same year. - Scholarships are awarded for one year only. - Read each scholarship’s specific eligibility requirements before applying. Important dates and award ceremonies - Application deadline (all three scholarships): June 1, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. (include all requested supplemental materials). - Proof of enrollment due to the Maryland State Fair Office: August 1, 2026. - F. Grove Miller and Kinsley Construction awards presented at the Maryland 4‑H/FFA Judging Awards Program: Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Cow Palace. - Marlin K. Hoff award presented at the Maryland State Fair Holstein Futurity: Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Cow Palace. How to apply - Use the scholarship application links provided by the Maryland State Fair website (click the links to access each application). - Submit the completed application and all requested supplemental documents by the June 1 deadline. Questions Email scholarshipinfo@marylandstatefair.com. In the subject line, include the scholarship name you’re applying for (e.g., “F. Grove Miller,” “Marlin K. Hoff,” or “Kinsley Construction”). Tip from a teacher: start your application early, gather proof of enrollment and financial‑need documents ahead of time, and draft a clear statement of your goals and leadership experiences — that’s what makes an application stand out.