Scholarships Available for Oklahoma & Arkansas Agricultural Youth
Being involved in agriculture opens doors far beyond the show ring. Each year, thousands of dollars in scholarships are available to students involved in FFA, 4-H, livestock shows, and agricultural programs — yet many go unclaimed simply because families don’t know where to look.
Below is a helpful list of scholarship opportunities for Oklahoma and Arkansas students, including direct links and typical deadlines. Deadlines may vary slightly year to year, so always verify on the official website.
🌾 Oklahoma Agriculture Scholarships
Oklahoma Youth Expo (OYE) Scholarships
Website:
https://okyouthexpo.com/scholarships
Apply here:
https://okyouthexpo.com/scholarships/scholarship-applications
Typical Deadline:
📅 December 1
Includes scholarships from:
- Express Ranches
- Farm Credit of Oklahoma
- McDonald’s
- Oklahoma Pork Council
- Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives
- Ted Fariss Memorial Scholarship
- Jeff Hayes Memorial Scholarship
- Connors State College
- Eastern Oklahoma State College
- Redlands Community College
- Northwestern Oklahoma State University
- OSU & OSU-OKC
Oklahoma FFA Scholarships
National FFA Scholarships:
https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships
Application Opens: November 1
Deadline: January 15
Includes:
National FFA Scholarships
FFA Future Leaders Scholarships
Corporate-sponsored scholarships
SAE Grants & Awards
Oklahoma 4-H Scholarships
Oklahoma 4-H Foundation Scholarships:
https://oklahoma4hfoundation.com/scholarships-1
Typical Deadline:
📅 February–March (varies by scholarship)
Includes:
State 4-H Foundation scholarships
County 4-H scholarships
Project-based scholarships
Oklahoma Farm Bureau Scholarships
Application Center:
https://www.okfarmbureau.org/programs/application-center
Includes:
Oklahoma Farm Bureau Scholarship
Young Farmers & Ranchers Scholarship
Collegiate Farm Bureau Scholarship
County Farm Bureau scholarships
Typical Deadline:
📅 March 1 – March 15
Oklahoma Agriculture & Industry Scholarships
Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Foundation
Farm Credit of Oklahoma
https://www.farmcreditofoklahoma.com
Oklahoma Pork Council
Typical Deadlines:
📅 February – April
🌱 Arkansas Agriculture Scholarships
Arkansas 4-H Scholarships
Arkansas 4-H Scholarship Page:
https://4h.uada.edu/youth/awards/scholarships.aspx
Deadline:
📅 February 15
Includes:
Arkansas 4-H Foundation Scholarships
University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Scholarships
Arkansas Livestock Show Scholarships
Oaklawn Jockey Club Scholarships
Farm Credit of Arkansas Scholarships
County 4-H scholarships
Arkansas FFA Scholarships
Arkansas FFA Scholarships:
Includes:
Arkansas FFA Foundation Scholarships
Oaklawn Jockey Club FFA Scholarships
National FFA Scholarships
Typical Deadline:
📅 January – February
Arkansas Farm Bureau Scholarships
Arkansas Farm Bureau Education & Scholarships:
https://www.arfb.com/pages/education/scholarships
Deadline:
📅 February 15
Includes:
Arkansas Farm Bureau scholarships
Agriculture leadership scholarships
University of Arkansas Bumpers College awards
Arkansas Agriculture & Business Scholarships
Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association
https://www.arkansascattlemen.org
Farm Credit of Arkansas
https://farmcreditarkansas.com
Local livestock associations
County fair boards
Local ag businesses & cooperatives
Typical Deadlines:
📅 February – April
🌟 National Scholarships Available to Oklahoma & Arkansas Students
National FFA Scholarship Program
https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships
📅 Deadline: January 15
4-H Youth in Action Scholarships
https://4-h.org/parents/4-h-youth-in-action
📅 Deadline: March 31
Tractor Supply Foundation Scholarships
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/cms/life-out-here/tractorsupplyfoundation
📅 Deadline: January – February
Livestock Breed Association Scholarships
(Check junior national websites for each breed)
📌 Helpful Tips for Families
Start scholarship searches early
Keep a livestock résumé updated yearly
Apply for small scholarships — they add up quickly
Check county fairs and local ag businesses
Never assume your student won’t qualify
Final Thoughts
The agriculture industry invests heavily in its youth. From local businesses to national organizations, opportunities exist for students who are willing to apply.
If your child is involved in livestock, FFA, or 4-H — there are scholarships waiting.
