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American Degree & Star Awards

FFA's highest honors — recognizing members for years of dedication, achievement, and leadership.

The American FFA Degree is the highest honor the National FFA Organization bestows on a member, recognizing years of outstanding achievement in their Supervised Agricultural Experience, leadership, and service. The American Star Awards recognize the very best among them.

How it works

  • Earn the American FFA Degree through sustained SAE achievement
  • Demonstrate leadership, service, and community involvement
  • Document earnings, hours, and growth over years
  • Compete for American Star recognition on the national stage

Why it matters

These honors mark a member’s journey from first project to national stage. They recognize the dedication, record-keeping, and leadership that define FFA’s most accomplished members.

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Every guide, handbook, and resource for this program — handbooks, orientations, study materials, and past results.

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