1. FVSU 1890 Scholarship Program https://ag.fvsu.edu/students/fvsu-1890-scholarship-program — FVSU is excited to announce the FVSU 1890 Scholars Program for First Time College (FTC) and transfer undergraduate students who major in agriculture. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) funded scholarship (FVSU hosted and managed) will cover four years of education for qualified students who maintain requirements.

2. AgDiscovery Program at FVSU: www.aphis.usda.gov/agdiscovery. AgDiscovery is a unique opportunity for students to explore agricultural sciences, and gain knowledge about careers in animal and plant disciplines, wildlife management, veterinary medicine, biotechnology, entomology, food safety, food production, agribusiness, forestry, and MUCH more! Students experience hands-on learning workshops, behind-the-scenes tours, laboratory and field exercises, in addition to a variety of cultural and team-building activities. Application deadline is March 25. FVSU camp dates are June 7-18.

3. USDA/1890 National Scholars Program. The USDA/1890 National Scholars Program will provide full tuition, employment, employee benefits, fees, books, and room and board each year for up to 4 years to selected students pursuing a bachelor's degree at one of the 19 1890 land-grant universities. January 30 is the deadline annually.

For more information about these and other USDA programs or funded programs for students, please contact Karla Hollis via email at Karla.Hollis@usda.gov and/or (202) 253-4218 cell.