Scholarship Program

NIOP’s 2026 Scholarship Recipients

Adison Baker

Adison is the daughter of Travis Baker (BWC Terminals). Adison is attending Texas A&M University, pursuing a degree in Animal Science.

Ella Coulter

Ella is the daughter of Matt Coulter (Bunge). Ella is attending Kansas State University, majoring in Animal Sciences.

Jaydon Huber

Jaydon is the son of Clarke Huber (Bunge). Jaydon is attending The University of Saskatchewan, pursuing a degree in Engineering.

Chloe Saar

Chloe is the daughter of Grant Saar (West Coast Reduction). Chloe is attending the University of British Columbia, majoring in Microbiology and Immunology.

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Every year it is my honor to review the NIOP Scholarship Applications. My dad would be so happy to know this wonderful scholarship is honoring the hard work and dedication put forth by these young adults following their passion.

– Cheryl Mogerley Moore

NIOP Scholarship Committee Member & Daughter of the late Mr. Mogerley

NIOP’s Albert F. Mogerley Scholarship

At its 85th Annual Convention (2019), the NIOP named its scholarship program in honor of Albert F. Mogerley. Mr. Mogerley was a mentor to many in the Oilseed Industry. He gave selflessly to the industry through years of personal and professional dedication and leadership.

Following Mr. Mogerley’s passing, several members of the NIOP board quickly determined that it would be “fitting” to name NIOP’s scholarship fund in Mr. Mogerley’s honor. It is the organization’s goal that Mr. Mogerley’s example and legacy live on.

The Albert F. Mogerley Scholarship is offered as a membership benefit to all members who have children pursuing a higher education, regardless of his/her field of study.

Scholarship Application Information

Areas of Consideration

Complete Submission
GPA
Essay
Other-work, extracurriculars activities, college courses etc.
Rubric Score

Scholarship Application Scoring Rubric

25 total points available

Application Presentation: complete and well presented application
Pass/Fail – Failure to turn in all required documents will disqualify applicant.

Personal Statements: thoughtful, focused insightful of applicant’s character, strengths and educational goals
Up to 5 Pts.

Extra Curriculum and Work Experience: Work experience, family responsibilities and extracurricular activities/leadership/examples/service projects/involvement.
Up to 10 Pts.

Grades and Curriculum
Up to 10 Pts.

How to Apply

To apply for a 2026 academic year scholarship, please submit a completed application and all supporting materials via email at leigh@niop.org. If email is not an option, please submit by mailing to NIOP Headquarters at P.O. Box 11035, Columbia, SC 29211. Each page of the application should be an 8 ½ X 11 piece of paper (one-sided). Please keep a copy of the complete application for your records.

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

Completed application form
High school or college transcript – whichever is most recent
Essay
Acceptance letter from college, university, or trade school program – high school seniors only

Note: Students are welcome and encouraged to reapply for the NIOP Scholarship more than once. However, students can not receive funds more than 2 years.

Download the 2026 Application

If you have questions or concerns about the application process, please contact us.