The season for students to apply for to the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program is upon us. It is strongly encouraged for each county office to share the attached flyer and message below with eligible schools, youth extracurricular organizations and outreach outlets in your county. To apply via E-application students will need to follow the detailed application guide.
The USDA/1890 National Scholars Program is currently open to high school seniors entering their freshman year of college, and rising college sophomores and juniors from January 15, 2023 to March 15, 2023.
Please consult the applicant guidebook for detailed instructions on how to create an account and apply.
USDA 1890 National Scholars Application Applicant Guide (PDF, 992 KB)
To view the new 2023 E-application, please open the following link: 2023 E-application for the 1890 National Scholars Program
For any questions regarding the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program, please contact:
Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement
Telephone Number: (202) 720-6350
Email: 1890init@usda.gov
