Since 1998, the Angus Foundation has championed the success of Angus youth by investing in their education. In the past 27 years, the Angus Foundation has awarded more than $4.9 million in scholarships including $388,500 in 2024 alone. These scholarships help support students in their educational endeavors — whether pursuing undergraduate, graduate or trade degrees. Applications are due by May 1, offering an opportunity for Angus youth to receive financial support for their education.  

Thank you to the Foundation for your unwavering commitment to supporting our aspirations and for fostering an environment that promotes growth and opportunity. Your generosity has not only given me the resources to pursue my educational goals but has also inspired me to strive for excellence in everything I do. While it may seem unconventional to aspire to be a registered nurse that raises cattle, I am excited to combine these passions into a fulfilling future where I can work hard at what I love.” — Addison Cotton,  past Angus Foundation scholarship recipient.

For many junior members, like Addison, the Angus Foundation offers more than financial support; it helps to shape young leaders in the Angus breed. Whether it is exposing youth to unique career paths or exploring new opportunities, the Angus Foundation’s support is felt far and wide.  

“Raising the Bar and LEAD have allowed me to experience agriculture in different regions and form friendships with Juniors from all over the country,” says Allison Davis, a past Angus Foundation scholarship recipient. “The [Angus] Foundation scholarships are allowing me to attend an out-of-state university. I know that I would not be able to attend an out-of-state school and have the experiences I have without the support of the Foundation and its donors.” 

The Angus Foundation undergraduate and graduate scholarship applications are available to National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) members through their AAA Login.  

The Angus Foundation also offers opportunities to youth from a commercial cattle operation background, through the commercial cattlemen's scholarship program.  

The Angus Foundation’s Certified Angus Beef^®/NJAA and commercial cattlemen scholarships can be accessed at angus.org/foundation and submitted through email. The website also offers more information about the scholarship program. 

“This scholarship program is designed to support students with a commercial cattle background in the beef industry,” says Jaclyn Boester, Angus Foundation executive director. “Supporting youth in their education is an important part of the Foundation’s mission. The Angus Foundation scholarship are one of the most prominent and consistent ways our donors support Angus youth. Our scholarships pave the way for a bright future for our industry by ensuring young people can reach their full potential.”