Kent County Master Gardener Scholarship

Scholarship Overview: Kent County residents who will/are pursue a degree in plant & soil science or a horticulture-related field

Deadline Date: April 30, 2024

Scholarship Details:

Eligibility Requirements:

  1. Kent county resident for at least 2 years
  2. High school senior or current college student
  3. Have a minimum GPA of 3.0
  4. Will attend an accredited college or university to study Plant & Soil Science, or a Horticulture related field next fall.

Application Requirements:

  1. Completed online application
  2. Official transcript
  3. 2 letters of recommendation from non-family members (One academic reference is preferred)
  4. Listing of extracurricular clubs/activities, awards and honors received, and hobbies and interests.
  5. College acceptance letter (high school seniors only)
  6. Essay

Selection Criteria– Applications will be judged on the GPA, the appropriateness of the field of study, letters of recommendation, leadership activities, and community involvement.

Application Requirements: Delaware Residents Only, Essay, Letter(s) of Recommendation, Minimum GPA, Transcript

Essay Details:

100+ word essay of education and career goals.

Award Amount: $1,500

Website/URL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dXCDXRojXabHPFeTbn-GLLpKGHSwikOmfsc6S77CdD8/edit

Scholarship Manager Information:

Contact Email: kentmgardeners@yahoo.com

Filters:

Areas of Study: Agricultural Sciences
Applicant’s Current Education Level: High School Senior, College Student