Farm Credit Services of Utah

Farm Credit Services of Utah

Western AgCredit Customer Scholarships

Daniel Anderson Memorial Scholarship

Applications for 2019are Now Available!

Giving back to the community and investing in the future of agriculture are two fundamental philosophies of Western AgCredit.One method Western AgCredit has implemented to adhere to these philosophies is a diverse scholarship program. In addition to awarding 4-H, FFA, and other collegiate scholarships, Western AgCredit is offering four-$1,500 scholarships and one-$1500 Daniel Anderson Memorial Scholarship to customers and/or their children.

In order to qualify for Western AgCredit Customer Scholarships, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Applicant must be a borrower or child of a of bona-fide Western AgCredit borrower. Borrowers are defined as someoneeither with a principal balance or a current note having available commitment.
  • Candidates can be a high school senior or a freshman, sophomore, or junior in college during the year of application.
  • Scholarships can be used at the school of their choice, (i.e. college, university, or trade school) to begin or continue their education as an underclassman (graduate students are ineligible).
  • The $1,500 lump sum will be paid upon receipt of proof of enrollment at the school of choice.
  • Prior winners can apply, but noone can receive the scholarship more than three times.

In order for applications to be considered, they must include the following:

  • Completed application
  • High school transcript (If attending a college/trade school, please also include transcript from current institution.)
  • 250-500 word essay on assigned topic
  • Signatures of parent/guardian and applicant
  • Up to two letters of recommendation (optional)

Applications for the scholarships are available by calling Sarah Witt at (801) 571-9200, via our website at or from your local branch office.

Completed and signed applications must be postmarked by March 29, 2019. Recipients will be notified in writing by April 30, 2019.Those selected will be required to submit a high quality photo.
Western AgCredit Customer Scholarship Application

Must be postmarked by March 29, 2019, mail to:

Western AgCredit

P. O. Box 95850

South Jordan, UT 84095-0850

Name of Applicant:

Complete Address:

High School:Town:

Class Rank: Number in Graduating Class:

Overall High School GPA: Date of Birth:

Current year in school (must be at least a senior in high school to apply):

If currently attending a college or trade school, indicate which one:

Overall GPA of current institution if other than high school:

Name of the school applicant plans to enroll at:

In (month/year): Expected college major:

OTHER INFORMATION:

Father’s Complete Name:

Mother’s Complete Name:

Name of Farming/Ranching entity, if other than parent(s) name, that has a current loan with Western AgCredit.

ESSAY

In 250 to 500 words, address the following question:Over the years, U.S. agriculture has grown increasingly dependent on foreign markets to balance supply and demand for agricultural products.Some would argue this has led to greater price volatility and a less stable market environment, which has been detrimental overall.Others would argue that it has facilitated greater market access and opportunity, resulting in a net positive for the ag economy.In your opinion, has the expansion of foreign trade been a positive or negative for U.S. agriculture? Please explain your response.

- Please attach your essay.

LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES IN SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY

School Activities: (offices held, involvement in clubs, sports, etc.)

Community Activities/Service:

WORK RELATED EXPERIENCE/CAREER GOALS

Describe your involvement with the family farming/ranching operation:

Describe any other past or current employment:

Briefly describe your career goals:

By submitting this application, you hereby grant permission to theAssociation to reprint and/or use the essay for public relations purposes.

We certify that the above statements are correct:

Signed:______

ApplicantDate

______

Parent or GuardianDate

Please make sure you have included all of the following items before submitting application:

Completed ApplicationTranscript(s)Essay

Application is Signed Letters of Recommendation (optional)

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