This scholarship progra is currently closed. Look for more information in late fall 2025. The next deadline will be February 1, 2026.
Note - applications may be submitted prior to formal acceptance into an Agricultural Education-Teacher Preparation program.
MAELC is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive atmosphere that encourages individuals from all backgrounds to pursue teaching in agricultural education. The purpose of the MAELC Agricultural Education for All Scholarship is to provide financial support for both undergraduate and graduate students. All are welcome to apply, including those underrepresented within the agriculture teacher field.
A shortage of high school agriculture teachers exists in Minnesota and nationally. As a result, there is a tremendous need for more students to become licensed to teach agricultural education. In addition, having agriculture teachers with various backgrounds and experiences improves students’ engagement in the classroom and feelings of belonging. MAELC believes in assisting prospective agricultural education teachers that represents Minnesota’ student population who will foster supportive and welcoming environments for all students.
Questions can be directed to Kari Schwab, MAELC Program Coordinator, at opdah012@umn.edu or at (612) 624-6256.
Scholarship Winners
| Award Year | Name | City | School | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | Ashlyn Altman | Windom, MN | Southwest Minnesota State University | $1,000 |
| 2024-2025 | Alexis Bailie | Fosston, MN | University of Minnesota-Crookston | $2,000 |
| 2024-2025 | Falicia Gilman | Lake Crystal, MN | Southwest Minnesota State University | $1,000 |
| 2024-2025 | Alisa Hoven | Minneapolis, MN | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $1,000 |
| 2024-2025 | Lauren Hunt | Willmar, MN | Southwest Minnesota State University | $2,000 |
| 2024-2025 | Riley Joyer | Litchfield, MN | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $2,000 |
| 2024-2025 | Siri Kuhns | Waseca, MN | University of Minnesota-Crookston | $1,000 |
| 2024-2025 | Allison Offerdahl | Park Rapids, MN | University of Minnesota- Crookston | $5,000 |
| 2024-2025 | Kaitlin Reitmeier | Richmond, MN | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $1,000 |
| 2024-2025 | Savannah Selin | Lindstrom, MN | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $2,000 |
| 2023-2024 | Lauren Hunt | Willmar, MN | Southwest Minnesota State University | $5,000 |
| 2023-2024 | Kirsten Koerth | Minneapolis, MN | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $5,000 |
| 2023-2024 | Amber Kongsjord | Marcell, MN | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $5,000 |
| 2023-2024 | Allison Offerdahl | Park Rapids, MN | University of Minnesota-Crookston | $5,000 |
| 2022-2023 | Gina Huhnerkoch | Redwood Falls, MN | Southwest Minnesota State University | $5,000 |
| 2022-2023 | Elaina Knott | Thief River Falls, MN | University of Minnesota - Crookston | $5,000 |
| 2022-2023 | Hilariia Ponce | Mankato, MN | University of Minnesota - Twin Cities | $5,000 |
| 2022-2023 | Cassandra Valdez | Atwater, CA | University of Minnesota - Twin Cities | $5,000 |
| 2022-2023 | Emilee Xayanourom | Mountain Lake, MN | University of Minnesota - Twin Cities | $5,000 |
| 2021-2022 | Hilariia Ponce | Mankato, MN | University of Minnesota - Twin Cities | $5,000 |
| 2019-2020 | Joshua Muñoz | St. Paul, MN | University of Minnesota - Twin Cities | $5,000 |