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| Nearly every student is concerned about meeting
the expenses of attending college. Numerous sources of financial assistance
such as scholarships and grants, low interest loans, and work study programs
which are funded by federal, state and private sources are available to
deserving students. Financial award decisions are based on need, academic
record and other personal qualifications and vary according to the award
or program. All students wishing to be considered for federal, state and
most university financial assistance should request a financial aid booklet
and application form by contacting:
Office of Financial Aid The booklet contains the pertinent applications and describes financial assistance programs and application deadlines. For new students, financial aid forms must be completed by March 1 of the year of admission. Students are notified during the summer preceding admission of financial grants made by the university. In addition to university programs, the College of Agriculture and the Department of Dairy Science administer several scholarship programs. Several of these scholarships are especially for entering freshmen or transfer students. Early application for admission and scholarships enhance chances for receiving available scholarships. Students with strong qualifications and sincere desire to attend Virginia Tech are also encouraged to apply for Early Decision Plan admission. College of Agriculture Merit ScholarshipsTwo to five $1,000 merit scholarships are awarded each year to highly qualified entering freshmen in Dairy Science. Selection criteria consist of high school academic performance and leadership achievements as well as financial need. Applications are sent to qualified students after they have been admitted to Virginia Tech. Dairy Science ScholarshipsThrough the generosity of numerous industry groups and individuals, the Dairy Science Department is pleased to award 34 scholarships ranging in value from $500 to $1500 each year.1. Philip D. Digges Scholarships Four 4-year scholarships with a value of $1,250 each per year have been established in recognition and to honor the memory of Mr. Philip D. Digges, a longtime Virginia dairyman. One Digges scholarship is awarded each year to an incoming freshman and is continued through four years pending satisfactory academic performance and continuing enrollment in the dairy science major. Criteria used for selection include academic achievement, participation in extracurricular activities and financial need. Applicants must reside in the states of Virginia, Pennsylvania, or Maryland with preference given to students residing in Northern Virginia. 2. Special New Student Scholarships Three $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually to:
3. Hackman Foundation Scholarships Five to seven $1,000 scholarships are awarded each year. Selection criteria include financial need, academic performance, and extracurricular activities. Current and new students are eligible for these scholarships. 4. Dairy Industry Scholarships Fourteen $1,000 awards are supported by the following milk marketing cooperatives, breed organizations, foundations and families:
5. W. Ray Murley Award Two $1,000 awards are presented annually to students who have been enrolled in the dairy science program for at least one year. Selection is based primarily on financial need, with evidence of the student's supporting his/her education expenses through part-time employment during the school year and summers. Scholastic achievement, activities, and leadership potential also receive strong consideration. Applications are made during the fall quarter. Highest ranking applicants are invited to interview with the selection committee. Selection of the recipients is made prior to November 15. 6. William M. Etgen Memorial Scholarships Two scholarships are presented annually to sophomores or juniors in the dairy science major. The awards are made to students who exemplify those qualities representative of Dr. Etgen's life and teaching: spirited enthusiasm, self-motivation, humor and compassion, and an infinite love for the good dairy cow. Application is made for these awards during the spring of a student's sophomore or junior year. 7. Paul M. Reaves Award This award is presented annually. It consists of a plaque and a financial award to each of one or two seniors in dairy science. This award is made to students who have shown leadership through participation in extracurricular activities and who have an interest in developing out- standing dairy cattle. Other qualifications are financial need, satisfactory academic record, and character. Applications are made during the fall quarter. Highest ranking applicants are invited to interview with the selection committee. Selection of the recipients is made prior to November 15. 8. Tracy Stiles Memorial Scholarship One $1,000 award is presented annually to students who are enrolled in the dairy science program. Selection is based primarily on financial need with preference given to students planning to return to the home farm or enter a career in dairy herd management. Moderate preference is given to students with a background in Jersey cattle. Scholastic achievement, activities, and leadership potential also receive strong consideration. A special application is not required. The recipient is selected in May with the scholarship in effect for the following academic year. Applications for the scholarships described in paragraphs 1-4 are sent to new students once the department has been notified of acceptance to Virginia Tech. Further information regarding scholarships and financial assistance can be obtained by writing to: Dr. R.E. James Other ScholarshipsAssistance in locating other types of financial assistance, loans and work study, may be obtained through the Financial Aid Office and the Dairy Science Department. The following awards are not administered by the Dairy Science Department. Interested students should contact the sponsoring organizations directly.1. Virginia Guernsey Scholarships Four $200 scholarships awarded annually to qualified Virginia students. For applications or further information, contact Virginia Guernsey Breeders Association, 7127 University Drive, Richmond, VA 22329. Applications are due by August 1. Eligibility requirements (meet one or more). Applicants must:
Borden Award ($400) DeKalb Agri-Business
Careers ($700) Alpha Gamma Rho Scholarships ($500) National Jersey
Scholarships (seven $750 scholarships)
Applications due July 1. For applications and further information, contact American Jersey Cattle Association, 6486 E. Main Street, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068-2362. |
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Last updated: 01.26.06 |