The Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) will be award two $1,500 scholarships to Kentucky students already attending college, or accepted into a college, who have demonstrated academic success, equine industry involvement and community service for the Fall 2018 semester.

The Equine Scholarship will be awarded to students currently enrolled with a university or college in Kentucky in an equine-related major or a horse-related program, or a student accepted into an equine related major or program to start in the Fall 2018 semester. Some examples of courses of studies for which the scholarships are intended are equine science/studies, equine business management, equine therapy, preveterinarian, farrier training, professional jockey certificate, professional horsemen’s certificate, etc. Applicants must be KHC student members.

“The Kentucky Horse Council is thrilled to once again be offering scholarships to college students in Kentucky,” says Executive Director Katy Ross. “Education is an important part of our mission and we look forward to supporting the efforts of deserving students as they explore a future in the equine industry.”

Scholarship applications will be accepted until July 15. The scholarship will be awarded on Aug. 15