National FFA opens 2025-26 Scholarship Application, offers nearly $2.5 million in aid

INDIANA—The National FFA Organization has officially launched the application period for its 2025-26 scholarship program, making nearly $2.5 million in financial assistance available to students pursuing higher education and career training.

The organization’s scholarship fund, supported by a vast network of corporate partners and individual donors, is designed to assist FFA members, whether they plan to attend a trade school, vocational program, or a two- or four-year college.

The online application window is currently open and will remain open until January 15, 2026.

All high school seniors and FFA alumni currently enrolled in college are eligible to apply. The single online application streamlines the process, matching applicants to a wide array of scholarships based on criteria such as intended field of study, financial need, and geographic location. These scholarships support students pursuing careers in agriculture, science, technology, business, and skilled trades.

Key dates for the 2025-26 program cycle are:

  • Application Deadline: January 15, 2026
  • Notification of Results (Winners and Non-Winners): April 23, 2026
  • Acceptance Deadline: May 29, 2026
  • Funds Distribution Begins: July 16, 2026

A Mission Supported by Partners

The scholarship initiative is managed in partnership with Kaleidoscope, which offers a Help Chat and email support at help@mykaleidoscope.com for students experiencing technical difficulties during the application process.

The program is made possible by the commitment of numerous corporate sponsors and organizations, including Darling Ingredients, Domino’s, Ford, Tractor Supply Company, Farm Credit, BNSF, AGCO, CNH Parts & Service, Dairy Farmers of America, and the National FFA Alumni and Supporters, among others.

These scholarships are vital to the National FFA Organization’s ongoing mission to develop the next generation of leaders equipped to change the world through agricultural education and related fields.