LYNDEN, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Scholarship applications are now open for students looking to pursue a career in agriculture.

The NW Washington Fair Foundation is offering scholarships between $500 and $2000 for those planning on becoming full-time students starting this fall.

Both high school seniors and full-time students are eligible to apply.

Scholarships will be awarded based on an applicant’s proven leadership skills, career path, and their past involvement with the NW Washington Fair.

Applicants do not have to meet all three criteria in order to be considered.

The deadline for applications is Apr. 19, which you can find by clicking here.