STEPHENSON COUNTY, Ill. (WIFR) – Stephenson County students studying or planning to study agriculture, natural resources or other conservation-related programs are encouraged to apply for the R.C. Miller Scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year.
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The recipient will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship. To be eligible to apply, individuals must be residents of Stephenson County and enrolled in an agriculture, natural resources or related degree program. Applicants must be accepted at their chosen college or university and be a full-time student carrying a minimum of 12 hours per semester.
The scholarship was started by the late R. C. Miller, a lifetime Stephenson County resident and supporter of agriculture, natural resources and conservation.
Those interested in applying are asked to call the University of Illinois Extension Stephenson County Office at 815-235-4125. Completed applications are due by June 1, 2025, to the University of IL Extension, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd, Freeport.
The application can also be emailed to applicants. The Stephenson County 4-H and Extension Foundation Board is responsible for selection of the scholarship winners. Past recipients may re-apply for consideration.
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