Scholarship Opportunities

4-H is open to everyone. Through life-changing 4‑H programs, 4-H youth have taken on critical societal issues, such as addressing community health inequities, engaging in civil discourse and advocating for equity and inclusion for all.

Scholarships for 4-H Educational Opportunities

General County Scholarships

Youth 4-H members who are attending state or national 4-H events, workshops and camps are eligible to receive a county scholarship for registration fees. You must contact the MSU Extension office prior to registering so that we can assist with registration if you would like to utilize one of the listed scholarships.  These scholarships can often be applied directly toward the cost of registration, meaning you do not have to pay upfront and then get reimbursed. Scholarship fund amounts vary depending on the cost of the event. Examples of common events and amounts are below:

  • 4-H Exploration Days: $40 scholarship
  • 4-H Capitol Experience, Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp, Renewable Energy Camp: $80 scholarship
  • Citizenship Washington Focus, National 4-H Summits, National 4-H Congress: $200 scholarship

Scholarships for College and Post-Secondary Education

A variety of college scholarships are available from Michigan 4-H. To view the current list of college scholarships, visit the site 

4-H Scholarships & Recognition Program

Antrim County 4-H Continuing Education Scholarship 

Continuing Education Scholarship – One time only, up to (2) $500.00 one-time scholarships available to graduating seniors. Criteria to receive this scholarship include:

  • MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS 
    • The 4-H member must be currently active in 4-H in Antrim County.
    • The 4-H member must have been active for at least 3 years and have successfully completed projects during that time. 
    • Amount of involvement the member has had in other areas of 4-H and their community. 
    • The 4-H member will have successfully completed their high school education and received a diploma. 
    • The 4-H member will be continuing their education beyond high school at a college or vocational school.
  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
    • Write 750 – 1000 WORD essay describing your involvement in 4-H and how it has impacted your life. 
    • Provide a letter of recommendation. 
    • If you fail to attend a higher education course, the scholarship is forfeited, and repayment is mandatory.

Antrim County 4-H Continuing Education Scholarship 

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