Cornell Small Farms’ Farm Ops program offers scholarships that cover part or all of the cost of a Cornell Small Farms online course for veterans living in New York. The 2026-2027 course season runs from September through March, and applications open in blocks throughout the year.
Who can apply
U.S. military veterans who live in New York, including those currently serving. Scholarships are for the veteran only and can’t be transferred to family members. You can receive one scholarship per course season.
Application windows for 2026-2027
- Block 1 (September-October courses): August 11 to September 10, 2026
- Block 2 (November-December courses): September 11 to October 15, 2026
- Block 3 (January-February courses): October 16 to December 10, 2026
- Block 4 (February-April courses): December 11, 2026 to February 4, 2027
- Self-paced courses: August 11, 2026 to February 4, 2027
How to apply
- Browse the Cornell Small Farms online course catalog and pick the course that fits where you are. Courses cover topics from farm business planning to specific crops and livestock.
- Submit the scholarship application before the deadline for that course’s block.
- You’ll hear back within about five business days.
What’s expected of you
Scholarship recipients need to enroll before the course starts, take part each week, finish within a month of the course end date, and fill out a short survey afterward.
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FVC NY is working to help sponsor veterans’ Farm Ops course fees. Learn more about the program on our Farm Ops page, and see our Trainings & Events calendar for more learning opportunities.
