The Frank D. Keim Graduate Fellowship supports top undergraduates entering graduate programs in agronomy or soil science, recognizing academic excellence and encouraging advanced research careers.
Funder: Soil Science Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Amount not specified; typically supports one graduate student transitioning into agronomy or related fields.
Summary: Fellowship supporting top undergraduates entering graduate programs in agronomy or related soil science disciplines.
Key Information: Only students selected as "Outstanding Senior" by their department and accepted into a graduate program are eligible.
The Frank D. Keim Graduate Fellowship is administered by the Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) to support outstanding undergraduate students transitioning into graduate studies in agronomy or closely related fields. The fellowship aims to recognize exceptional academic achievement and encourage the pursuit of advanced degrees in soil science and allied disciplines. It forms part of the SSSA’s broader mission to foster academic excellence and professional development among future leaders in soil science.