2025 CAST Science Communication Scholarship

Closes November 7

Overview

The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) proudly announces the CAST Science Communication Scholarship, a new annual award recognizing excellence in communicating agricultural science.

Each year, CAST awards one student with a $1,000 scholarship for their outstanding ability to translate complex agricultural topics into messages that are clear, accurate, creative, and impactful.

This award reflects CAST’s mission to advance science-based communication and to support the next generation of leaders shaping the future of food, agriculture, and the environment.

Award Details

• Scholarship Amount: $1,000

• Eligibility: The CAST Science Communication Scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students who are either CAST Student Members or enrolled at a CAST member university during the 2025 academic year. Applicants who are not yet members may apply for membership at the time of submission.

• Judging: Applications will be reviewed by representatives from CAST’s Animal, Plant, and Food Work Groups, ensuring a multidisciplinary and science-driven evaluation.

• Application Deadline: November 7, 2025

• Award Ceremony: Presented at the Borlaug CAST Communication Award (BCCA) Ceremony in Washington, D.C. on December 2, 2025.

• Travel Support: U.S.-based recipients will receive travel sponsorship to attend in person. International recipients will participate virtually.

Learn more and apply here.