The Potato LEAF( Leadership, Education and Advancement Foundation) annually awards a $10,000 academic scholarship to one graduate-level student conducting research for the benefit of the potato industry. The winner is selected based on a number of criteria, including academic achievement, leadership abilities, potato-related areas of graduate study, benefit to the U.S. potato industry/commercial value, extracurricular activities, and grades.
The national potato council seeks to find solutions to the most pressing problems confronting the potato industry through deliberative sessions that invite recommendations from researchers and potato growers.
Application process
To apply for this scholarship, students must submit an online application in addition to:
- An essay.
- Academic transcript.
- Resume or CV.
Application deadline
More detailed information of the 2024 application period will be available in April 2024 on the potato LEAF scholarship website.
