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Bill Ellerman Agricultural Scholarship

Updated: Feb 25

About the Sponsor

The Bill Ellerman Agricultural Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior pursuing a 2-year or 4-year degree in Agriculture. The Bill Ellerman family continues to farm in the Dallas Center area and their roots run deep with the Ellermans originally settling in Dallas County in the 1870’s. Agriculture has been a passion and key career field for many within the family.


About the Scholarship

As employment in agricultural and feed-related industries make up over 10% of US employment, approaching 19.7 million jobs, the Bill Ellerman scholarship will support a student’s pursuit of this rewarding career path, helping to provide food, fiber, and fuel to the world!


Eligibility Criteria - Degree or Program Requirement

Students pursuing a degree in Agriculture. 2-year or 4-year programs eligible.


Scholarship Value

$2,000


Number Available

1


Essay Required

No


Questions?

Direct any questions about this scholarship to the DCGEF Scholarship Committee by emailing dcgefscholarships@gmail.com.

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