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    C.J. "Red" Davidson Memorial Scholarship

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    The C.J. "Red" Davidson Memorial Scholarship offers $5,000 to Texas high school seniors who are FFA members and plan to study agricultural or life sciences.

    Apr 17, 2026

    deadline passed

    $5,000

    Award amount

    4

    Requirements

    Who can apply

    • Must be a high school senior in Texas
    • Must be an FFA member for at least 2 of the last 3 years
    • Planning to major in agricultural or life sciences
    • Completed at least 5 semesters in agriculture, food, and natural resources
    • Minimum SAT score of 1000 or ACT score of 19
    • Must rank in the top half of the graduating class

    Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

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    Quick facts

    Status

    Open

    Field of study

    Agriculture and Related Sciences, Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Education, Natural Resources and Conservation

    Eligible institutions

    Payout method

    Not stated on the listing

    Before you apply

    AI guidance

    Things to double-check on the official page.

    Important checks

    • Verify FFA membership duration
    • Confirm completion of required coursework
    • Check SAT/ACT score requirements

    Missing or unclear on the listing

    • Specific application steps

    Next steps

    AI guidance

    A short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.

    1. Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
    2. Prepare the listed materials (2 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
    3. Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
    4. Apply through the official site linked above.

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    Application tips

    AI guidance

    Listing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.

    • Prepare to demonstrate leadership and achievement in FFA
    • Gather necessary documentation for application
    • Be ready for an interview as part of the selection process

    Key requirements (4)

    Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

    Financial need
    • This program is open to high school seniors in Texas who are FFA members and have been members for at least 2 of the 3 previous years.
    • Applicants must be planning to major in a field related to the agricultural or life sciences at a college or university in Texas.
    • They must have completed at least 5 semesters of instruction in agriculture, food, and natural resources during high school; have scored at least 1000 on the SAT or 19 on the ACT; be U.S. citizens, and rank in the top half of their graduating class.
    • Selection is based on academic achievement; SAT or ACT scores; completion of agriculture, food, and natural resources instruction; FFA leadership and achievement; financial need; and an interview.

    Required documents

    Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.

    • Financial documentation (if required)
    • Standardized test scores (if applicable)

    Applying

    Application details can be found on the scholarship's official page.

    Award & payment

    Amount: $5,000

    Payout: Not stated on the listing

    About the provider

    Overview

    This scholarship offers $5,000 to Texas high school seniors who are FFA members and intend to pursue studies in agricultural or life sciences.

    Sponsor & application

    Information last verified Apr 1, 2026.

    Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.

    FAQ

    Who is eligible to apply?
    High school seniors in Texas who are FFA members and meet specific academic criteria.
    What fields of study are supported by this scholarship?
    Fields related to agricultural or life sciences.
    How is the selection made?
    Based on academic achievement, SAT/ACT scores, FFA leadership, financial need, and an interview.