From Learning to Leading: Cultivating the Next Generation of Diverse Food and Agriculture Professionals Program
Sowing Seeds for Success: Developing Diversity and Leadership for Careers in Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources
USDA NextGen Scholars
Cultivating the Next Generation of Professionals
THE BENEFITS
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PAID Semester Internships
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TUITION & Housing Support
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LEADERSHIP Mentoring
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CAREER Placement Coaching
THE FIELDS
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Agriculture (General & Business)
THE EXPERIENCE
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Industry Tours & Field Trips
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Professional Job Shadowing
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Academic Tutoring & Support
USDA Careers & Internships – Explore federal pathways and student programs.
AgCareers.com Job Board – Search thousands of openings in the agriculture industry.
Ready to take the next step?
To apply for this scholarship, please submit your application materials via email to Sheldon Rockey at srockey@adams.edu.
In your email, please include:
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Full Name
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Contact Info: Address, Phone Number, and Email
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Academic Status: Current Year in School and GPA
Required Attachments:
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Certified Transcript
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Comprehensive Resume: Include extracurriculars, honors, work experience, and community involvement.
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Letter of Recommendation: One professional or academic reference.
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Personal Essay: A statement describing your future goals, career path, and why you are a deserving candidate.
Scholarships cover full cost-of-attendance
Scholarship applications are due for incoming Freshman for Fall 2026 and current Adams State students or transfer students on March 27, 2026. Applications will be awarded in April.
Second round of scholarship opportunities will open in the fall, and those applications are due on October 31, 2026.
GENERAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- The student must have applied and been accepted to Adams State University and chosen from one of the required NEXTGEN project degrees/majors.
- Register as a full time student. A minimum of 12 credit hours must be completed each semester.
- Recipient must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 and participate in at least two experiential learning experiences.
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