Students + Scholarships

What You Get as a Student Member

Discounted Conference Registration

Enjoy a special student rate to attend the IPSA Annual Conference — a one-of-a-kind opportunity to meet industry leaders, gain insights, and make connections that can jumpstart your career.

Access to IPSA Resources

From newsletters to education resources, you’ll have access to content that keeps you informed and inspired about what’s happening across the seed industry.

Career-Building Opportunities

Connect with employers, explore internships, and participate in IPSA’s professional development opportunities — all tailored to help students like you grow in the independent ag sector.

Networking & Mentorship

Meet industry professionals who believe in nurturing the next generation. Our member companies love seeing students get involved — and they’re often looking to hire.

Don’t Miss This: IPSA Annual Conference

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Dates: January 13-14, 2026

Student Rate: $450

Includes: Sessions, student meet-ups, and networking with companies from across the country.

You’ll receive early notification and a special student invite — so keep an eye on your inbox!

Ways to Get Involved

Join our NextGen Student Council
Volunteer at the Annual Conference
Submit an article or project to be featured in our newsletter
Help promote IPSA on your campus
We want your voice to be heard — and we’re here to support your journey every step of the way.

Welcome aboard — we’re so glad you’re here!

Where the future of agriculture stays independent.

Join as an IPSA Student Member

Fill out the form to start your student membership!

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IPSA Student Membership Sponsorship Form

We invite universities to sponsor memberships or conference attendance for students who demonstrate strong potential or interest in seed science, agronomy, ag communication or business.

Sponsorship ensures students are introduced to professional opportunities and can build long-lasting connections with companies that are truly invested in their development.

For questions, contact Cat Frans at cat@ipseed.org

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About the IPSA Scholarship

The Independent Professional Seed Association is pleased to announce the opening of the scholarship period for the 2025/2026 school year. Working with the IPSA Education Committee, the IPSA Board will award scholarships up the amount of $4,000 to students studying in the field of agriculture.

Both high school seniors and active college students majoring in Agriculture are encouraged to apply. The IPSA Board of Directors encourages all members to send this application to customers and friends, your local high school FFA chapters and, 4-H Clubs. We believe this scholarship process is a benefit to all IPSA Member Companies.

After the success of the online application, the IPSA Education Committee has once again worked to make this a smooth process by employing an online application via SurveyMonkey.

Please keep in mind, in addition to the application online, the most recent student transcripts and 2 letters of recommendation must be uploaded for each applicant. PDF is the preferred version.

The IPSA scholarship program was created by the Myron “Ted” Asplin Family to benefit the future of agriculture by supporting and encouraging the education of future ag professionals.

The size and number of awards may vary each year, depending upon fund earnings.

IPSA considers both high school seniors as well as active college students.
You must be majoring in an Agriculture related degree to be considered. Non-agriculture major applicants will NOT be considered under any circumstances
Preference is given to Agronomy and Science related fields (Agronomy, Crop, Soil, Engineering), and Business fields (Agriculture Business, Communications, Economics, Marketing). The IPSA Scholarship Program does not prioritize Animal Science or Pre-Vet Majors.
Selection will be based on a combination of academic achievement, community and agricultural involvement. All applications will be reviewed by the IPSA Scholarship Awards Committee and the Board of Directors of the Independent Professional Seed Association
Applications must be completed in full including complete contact information with name, address, email, cell phone. Incomplete applications will be disregarded.
Social Media handles [if applicable] are required.
Finalist for the IPSA Scholarships must be available for an online interview with the IPSA Scholarship Awards Committee
Finalist attendance to the IPSA Annual Conference is required to receive the award. Necessary travel will be provided.

This year we have again included an option in the application process for students to indicate interest in internship opportunities with IPSA member companies. Member companies interested in being matched with potential internship applicants should email Todd or Cat.

Application deadline - April 30, 2025

For questions, please contact Cat Frans at cat@ipseed.org