New Open

Basic Information

Deadline:
January 31, 2026

Description

Established in memory of Dale Hughes Jr. by his wife Emilyn, this scholarship honors his belief in education. Dale's family included educators, and he served as a farmer, Steuben County Commissioner (18 years), Prairie Heights School board member (8 years), and Salem Township precinct committeeman. Preference is given to students pursuing agricultural education, political science, nursing, dental, teaching, or business fields. The Steuben County Community Foundation administers this scholarship.

Applicant must be a Steuben County resident graduating from Prairie Heights High School, continuing education through an accredited program (four-year degree preferred but not required). Preference given to students pursuing agricultural education, political science, nursing, dental, teaching, or business.

Eligibility Criteria

Residency:
Steuben County
High Schools:
Prairie Heights Sr. High School
Fields of Study:
Pre-Veterinary Studies, Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, Educational Administration and Supervision, Special Education and Teaching, Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Elementary Education and Teaching, Secondary Education and Teaching, Early Childhood Education and Teaching, SOCIAL SCIENCES, Anthropology, Archeology, Archeology, Economics, Geography and Cartography, International Relations and Affairs, Political Science and Government, Sociology, Dental Assisting/Assistant, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, Pre-Dentistry Studies, BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Accounting and Related Services, Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, Finance and Financial Management Services, Hospitality Administration/Management, Human Resources Management and Services, International Business, Actuarial Science, Marketing, Insurance, Insurance, General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations, Construction Management