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CAHNRS Scholarships

At CAHNRS, we believe access to education matters. Thanks to the generous support of our donors, we award approximately $1 million in scholarships each year to help students pursue degrees in agricultural, human, and natural resource sciences at WSU.

Our scholarships are designed to support students at every stage of their academic journey—from incoming students to seniors preparing for what comes next.

One Application. Many Opportunities.

You only need to complete one application to be considered for all CAHNRS scholarships.

CAHNRS uses the WSU General Scholarship Application to match students with scholarships based on donor‑established criteria. There are no separate applications for individual CAHNRS scholarships.

Learn more about the donors who make these opportunities possible.

How CAHNRS Scholarships Work

CAHNRS scholarships are awarded based on criteria established by donors. These may include:

  • Academic achievement (GPA)
  • Major or field of study
  • Class standing
  • County or hometown
  • Career goals and interests
  • Financial need

Scholarship awards start at $500, with an average award of $1,500. Students may be eligible to receive more than one scholarship.

Contact

509-335-4562
cahnrs.majors@wsu.edu

Important Deadlines

January 31 – WSU 2026-27 General Scholarship Application Priority Date

January 31 – 2026-27 FAFSA/WASFA Priority Date

Additional WSU Priority Dates

Funding Resources

Support for Juniors and Seniors

Eligible students are awarded a $2,000 CAHNRS scholarship for both their junior and senior years, as long as eligibility requirements are met annually.

To qualify, students must:

  • Have received the WSU University Achievement Award (UAA) during their freshman and sophomore years
  • Be majoring in a CAHNRS program
  • Maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Complete the WSU General Scholarship Application each year

Apply for CAHNRS Scholarships

Incoming and Continuing Students

All CAHNRS scholarship applicants apply through the WSU General Scholarship Application.

  • Priority deadline: January 31
  • Award notifications: Mailed in early April
  • Award period: Scholarships awarded in spring apply to the upcoming fall and spring academic year

Tips for a Strong Application

When completing your application, take time to carefully fill out sections related to:

  • Your county within your state
  • Career interests and long‑term goals
  • Special circumstances or financial need not reflected in FAFSA or WASFA
  • Personal experiences and challenges
  • Areas related to agricultural, human, and natural resource sciences

These details help match you with scholarships that best fit your background and goals.

WSU General Scholarship Application

Outside Scholarships

In addition to CAHNRS scholarships, many organizations and companies offer scholarships through WSU Financial Aid. You can search for these opportunities on the Student Financial Services website.

How to identify outside scholarships:

  • Use the “Search for Scholarships” tool
  • Scholarships without the Cougar Head logo are outside scholarships
  • The “Apply” link will take you directly to the organization’s application