# Nickel Family Scholarship for Agricultural Education

> Amount varies from Kern Community Foundation. See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/nickel-family-scholarship-for-agricultural-education
- Provider: Kern Community Foundation (Foundation)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/ca
- Official page: https://www.kernfoundation.org/students/scholarships/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Nickel Family Scholarship for Agricultural Education, administered by the Kern Community Foundation, supports Central Valley students pursuing careers in farming, agribusiness, or production agriculture. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and residents or former residents who graduated from high school in Kern, Merced, Kings, Tulare, or Fresno counties. The program is open to students attending community colleges, public or private universities, or accredited technical schools. To qualify, candidates must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at the time of application and demonstrate motivation and perseverance. 

The scholarship provides financial assistance to cover academic expenses. While the foundation does not explicitly state how this award integrates with federal or state aid, applicants generally must demonstrate financial need, making it beneficial to complete the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application. Students apply through the foundation's single online application portal. See the official page for current dates.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: CA

## How to apply

Apply through the Kern Community Foundation's online scholarship application system.

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