January 15, 2027

AQHF Youth Scholarship

Direct application

$8,000
1 winner

Eligibility

Education level
High school

About this scholarship

AQHA or AQHYA members with at least three cumulative years of membership who rank in the upper 25% of their high school class and demonstrate leadership and an affinity for the American Quarter Horse may apply as a high school or homeschooled senior. First-year college freshmen and previous AQHF scholarship recipients are not eligible.

One recipient receives $8,000 distributed over four years toward an undergraduate degree. Recipients must maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA.

Apply through the AQHA Foundation scholarship application by January 15.

The AQHF Youth Scholarship recognizes members who combine academic standing with quarter horse leadership.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Scholarship application essay describing affinity for advancement of the American Quarter Horse and leadership potential.
  • First-year college freshmen are not eligible.
  • Recipients must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 to continue receiving the four-year award.