Now Accepting Applications for the 2025-2026 OWRF Scholarship Program

Do you know students pursuing a career in water and agriculture?

The Oregon Water Resources Foundation (OWRF) supports the next generation of leaders and awards scholarships to students pursuing careers related to irrigated agriculture. Awards for 2025-2026 academic year range from $3,000 to $10,000. 

Eligible students must be enrolled or accepted at an accredited two- or four- year college or university located in the United States, be undergraduate students sophomore level or above with a minimum 3.0 GPA (verified by transcripts), and demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career related to water and agriculture. Declared major, minor, program focus, or coursework related to water or agriculture is preferred but not required.

Application Deadline: May 2, 2025 by 5:00 P.M (PDT)

Application Process: Application and written essay

Essay requirements: 300-600 word typed essay describing interest in water and/or agriculture related careers. Essay must be submitted with online application.

Additional Documentation & Requirements (before award disbursement):

·     Transcripts from current college

·     Proof of current enrollment in the 2025-26 academic year

·     Scholarship recipients must also provide a short video message before award disbursement

Award Limitations: Successful applicants are eligible to apply for additional funding through OWRF’s annual competitive process for additional support. A maximum of three annual awards per individual student.