What is the highest degree of membership in FFA?

The American FFA Degree is recognized as the highest degree of membership in the FFA organization. It represents exceptional achievements in agricultural education and the FFA. To obtain this prestigious degree, members must meet several rigorous criteria, including completing a specified number of hours of agricultural education, maintaining a certain level of leadership involvement, and demonstrating proficiency in various areas of agriculture through projects or work experiences.

This degree is awarded when a member has exhibited commitment and excellence not only within their chapter but also at the state and national levels. While the State FFA Degree, Greenhand Degree, and Chapter Degree signify various levels of achievement and participation within the organization, none of them are as advanced as the American FFA Degree. Each of these other degrees serves as a stepping stone in a member’s FFA journey, but the American FFA Degree is a culmination of a member's dedication and work in agricultural education and leadership, making it the most prestigious within the FFA structure.