Apply for 4-H Foundation Scholarships

Now Is The Time To Apply For The 4-H Foundation Scholarships. The Missouri 4-H Foundation offers educational scholarships for 4-H youth and former 4-H members pursuing post-secondary study. Sixty scholarships are available, each ranging from $500 to $2,500. One scholarship application permits the applicant to be considered for any available scholarship, subject to conditions specified by the donor.

Applications are now being accepted and are due with a postmark date of April 1 to the state 4-H office. Scholarship applications are due at your local Extension Office by March 20th. After county approval and signature, your application will be mailed to the state 4-H office by the county.

Scholarship guidelines

• High school applicants must have a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Home-school youth must submit ACT or SAT scores. College applicants must have at least a GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.

• The scholarship must be used within 9 months after awarded. (Applicant must be enrolled in school).

• A word processor must be used to complete the application. Use plain white 8 ½ x 11” paper with 1 inch margins. Use a font no smaller than 12-pitch. Single-space within each answer and double-space between questions.

Scholarship selection criteria

The Missouri 4-H Foundation scholarship application form should be completed and must include:

• Signature of applicant and 4-H/Extension staff

• High school/college transcript (must include GPA and can be unofficial) or ACT/SAT scores for home schooled youth

• Financial information page completed by parent/guardian

A committee determines scholarship selection based on the following score system:

• 70% 4-H achievement in leadership, citizenship, community service and projects

• 20% Financial need

• 10% Work/Career Goals

Financial need scoring is determined as follows:

• 1 point for each dependent child under the age of 21 in the family

• 2 points for each family member attending college

• Adjusted gross income:

o 10 points – $15,000 and under

o 7 points – $15,001 to $20,000

o 5 points – $20,001 to $30,000

Apply for 4-H Foundation Scholarships