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March Scholarships
Dakota Prairie Museum Scholarship Due: March 1st
The Dacotah Prairie Museum Foundation Scholarship is open to all Brown County, S.D. students (either residents of the county or attend a school/homeschool within the county) who plan to attend any technical, 2-year or 4-year accredited post-secondary school in South Dakota.
Casey Kulm Memorial Scholarship Due: March 1st
The Casey Kulm Memorial Scholarship Fund was formed to honor Casey and to provide scholarships to individuals that are pursuing education/certification as an emergency medical technician (EMT) or paramedic. Applicant must be a US citizen and a resident of Brown, Edmonds, Faulk, Day, Spink, Marshall, or McPherson county in South Dakota. Applicant must be a student who is enrolled or is planning to enroll in a South Dakota EMT or paramedic program. Recipients must begin the educational program in the award year.
NSU, BHSU, and SDSU-Hatterscheidt Scholarship Due: March 1st
They must have a 3.0 GPA and enroll full time. Must have financial need and have applied for financial aid.
American Chemical Society Scholars Program Due: March 1st
Must be African American, or Hispanic/Latino, or American Indian. Must plan to major in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical technology, or another chemistry-related science AND plan to pursue a career in a chemistry-related science as well . Must demonstrate high academic achievement in Chemistry or Science and have a 3.0 or higher GPA.
WRCA Foundation Scholarship Due: March 1st
High school senior with a 3.0 or higher GPA. Must be the son or daughter of a working ranch cowboy. A working ranch cowboy is any person, male or female, deriving a significant portion of their income taking care of cattle on a cattle ranch. Day workers are included.
SEG Scholarship Due: March 1st
High school senior planning to pursue a college curriculum directed toward a career in applied geophysics.
American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarships Due: March 1st
The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year will recieve a $10,000 scholarship. Three runner-up scholarships awarded will be granted in the amount of $2500 each.
American Legion Auxiliary Junior Member Loyalty Scholarship Due: March 1st
American Legion Auxiliary Junior members are the future of our organization. To reward those who retain their membership into adulthood, the American Legion Auxiliary offers the Junior Member Loyalty Scholarship to current college students. Ten scholarships, in the amount of $2,500 each, will be awarded to a current college student. Two scholarships will be awarded in each division of the American Legion Auxiliary. The scholarship is a grant; not a loan.
American Legion Auxiliary-Department of South Dakota Scholarship Due: March 1st
Objective: South Dakota American Legion Auxiliary shall award annually two $500 scholarships for a college/university and two $500 scholarships for technical institutions, in order to further education beyond high school level.
Eligibility: The applicant shall be a. the child or grandchild of a veteran, or the child or grandchild of a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. b. not under sixteen (16) nor over twenty-two (22) years of age. c. financially unable to attend a university or technical institute after graduation from high school. d. a resident of South Dakota. e. a first time winner of this award; an applicant who has previously been awarded this scholarship is ineligible.
Requirements: The applicant shall submit a. Original article of not more than 500 words on “Why I want to attend a College/University” or “Why I want to attend a Technical Institute.” b. Copy of high school or current college/ university/technical institute grades. c. Completed application, stating actual need of financial assistance. d. All required documents to Department Education Chairman, postmarked by March 1. e. Letters of Recommendations.
$400 Senior Member Scholarship-American Legion Auxiliary Due: March 1st
Objective: South Dakota American Legion Auxiliary shall award annually a $400 scholarship to be used for attending either a technical institution or college/university.
Eligibility: The applicant must be a Senior member, and have been a Junior or Senior member of the South Dakota American Legion Auxiliary for at least three years, and be a current member. She must be in need of financial assistance.
Requirements: The applicant must be attending, or will be attending, a college/university or technical institute. She shall submit (1) Two letters of recommendations, one from a local or Department officer of the American Legion Auxiliary, and the other from a community, school or church representative. (2) a resume of Auxiliary/community/school activities, honors and awards. (3) an essay of 200-400 words entitled Why I am a Member of the American Legion Auxiliary. (4) a copy of her most recent high school/university transcript. (5) the completed application to include financial need.
Thelma Foster Junior Scholarship American Legion Auxiliary Due: March 1st
There will be one scholarship award in the amount of $300 to a Junior American Legion Auxiliary member as a gift, not a loan. This scholarship is awarded to Junior Members who are not over the age of 18. If applying for this scholarship then you do not apply for the Thelma Foster Senior Scholarship which is for members that are 19 years old or older. This Scholarship is based on the age not the year in school. 1. Candidates shall be Junior members of the South Dakota American Legion Auxiliary, and said Junior to have held membership in the American Legion Auxiliary for the past three years and must now hold a Junior membership card for the current year, or have turned 18 years of age in her Senior year of school.
Thelma Foster Senior Scholarship American Legion Auxiliary Due: March 1st
There will be one scholarship award in the amount of $300.00 to a senior American Legion Auxiliary member as a gift. Applicant must have been a member of the South Dakota American Legion Auxiliary for the past three years and a current senior member this year.
American Agri-Women Daughters of American Agriculture Scholarships Due: March 1st
Open to 18 year old high school seniors. Must be the daughter or close relative of a farmer, rancher or other person employed in Agriculture. Must show financial need and knowledge of or work experience in Agriculture.
South Dakota Nursery and Landscape Association High School Scholarship Due: March 1st
Open to high school seniors who are planning to pursue employment in the Green Industry.
South Dakota Farmer Bureau Scholarship Due March 1st
Applicant, applicant’s parents or guardians must be a current member of South Dakota Farm Bureau and must have been a member for 2 years.
The following information will be considered in selecting Scholarship recipients:
Work experience, leadership abilities and involvement in activities.
Agriculture impacts all areas of our daily lives. How will your chosen career path affect production agriculture or rural America?
Academic performance, honors, and ACT score.
Two CURRENT letters of recommendation, (1 Academic, 1 Personal) with the authors contact information (phone and email), that demonstrate the student’s moral character and potential for successful completion of a course of study. Letters must be dated.
Beauty School Cosmetology Scholarship Due: March 1st
The Beauty School Directory team is proud to offer a $2,500 scholarship for students and professionals changing others’ lives through wellness and beauty. If you’re ready to begin a fulfilling and rewarding career in the beauty and wellness industry, or if you are continuing your education to pursue your next career goal, submit the application form below for the chance to win a $2,500 scholarship toward your tuition and education expenses.
ITC Scholarship Due: March 4th
Applicants' parents or guardians must maintain at least one ITC service and students must plan on attending a post-secondary institution in SD or MN. ITC will award one scholarship for every school district within the ITC service area. Print off the application and submit it to Mrs. Lynde. Your school will choose one recipient. This is a guaranteed scholarship for one Langford senior!
First Dakota National Bank Scholarship Due: March 5th
First Dakota National Bank understands the importance of higher education. We support our communities and the youth within them. In order to encourage students to pursue furthering their education, First Dakota is proud to offer scholarships ranging from $1,000 - $5,000 up to a total of $20,000 for the 2022-2023 school year. At the time of application, student must have a First Dakota checking account and demonstrate satisfactory account maintenance.
Agriculture Future of America (AFA) Scholarship Due: March 6th
Current high school senior or undergraduate student
Attending a four-year institution in the US or plans to obtain a four-year degree
3.0 GPA or higher (recommended)
Passion for food, agriculture and/or natural resources
Intention to pursue a career in the food, agriculture and/or natural resources industries
Wurth Elektronik Scholarship Due: March 8th
Criteria for eligibility for the Würth Elektronik scholarship are as follows:
> Acceptance to and intent to attend a South Dakota accredited school
> A cumulative grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
> Leadership and service displayed within the community
> An essay which answers the question, “Who has helped shape your education?”
Scholarship Information and Application
Dacotah Bank Scholarships Due: March 8th
There are 29 $2000 scholarships and one $10,000 scholarship. To be eligible, you need to be attending a college in North Dakota, South Dakota, or Minnesota next year and you or your immediate family must have a Dacotah Bank Account.
Venture Communications Citizenship and Community Service Scholarship Due: March 8th
Students must be a graduating high school senior in 2024. The student’s parent or legal guardian must be an active subscriber of Venture Communications. Students must have a cumulative B average or above grade point average.
Applications will be judged based on the following criteria:
Citizenship and Community Service
School Involvement
Leadership Skills
Academics
Appearance of Application
Curtis Marvin Hohn Scholarship Due: March 10th
The competitive $1,000 scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors of a South Dakota High School attending a public or private college, university, or technical school in South Dakota and pursuing studies in history, political science, or water resources related studies.
Criteria:
The competitive $1,000 scholarships are awarded to seniors graduating from a South Dakota High School attending a public or private college, university, or technical school in South Dakota.
(Preference will be given to applicants pursuing studies in history, political science, or water resources (i.e., water conservation; water quality; hydraulics; water systems management and operation; or environment)
Applicants for the Curtis Marvin Hohn Legacy Scholarship will reflect the values that embodied Curt Hohn’s life. These characteristics may include, but not limited to:
Personal integrity, individual character, and courage
Leadership in school and community
Demonstrated involvement in civic affairs
Participation in organizations that shape the school and community
Individual leadership to reform policies that benefit the public good of the school and community
Demonstrated work ethic in the school and community
Demonstrated interest in national and global issues that impact the public interest
Demonstrated interest in humanitarian issues
South Dakota Sheriff's Association Scholarship Due: March 9th
Students planning to major in Criminal Justice and seeking a career in Law Enforcement.
Microsoft Disability Scholarship Due: March 13th
High school senior living with a disability. Student must plan to attend a college/university/technical school and major in Computer Science, Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Law, Business, or a related field. Must have a 3.0 or higher GPA and demonstrate financial need.
FEEA Scholarships Due: March 14th
Student must be the child, step-child, or legal dependent of full or part time permanent federal civilian or postal workers employed with the federal government for more than three years.
Critical Needs Teaching Scholarship Due: March 15th
The purpose of the program is to encourage South Dakota's high school graduates to obtain their postsecondary education in South Dakota for teaching, to remain in the state upon completion of their education, and to contribute to the state and its citizens by working in a critical need teaching area. The application is attached and also available:
Augustana Hatterscheidt Scholarship Due: March 15th
They must have a 3.0 GPA and enroll full time. Must have financial need and have applied for financial aid.
Augustana Scholarship Application
Horatio Alger Scholarship for HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS Due: March 15th
Must be a full-time high school JUNIOR; Must exhibit a strong commitment to pursue a Bachelor's degree from a post-secondary school in the United States; Must demonstrate critical financial need; Must be involved in co-curricular and community service activities; Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity; Must have a 2.0 or higher GPA.
Horatio Alger Senior Scholarship: Due: March 15th
As one of the nation's largest need-based college scholarship programs in the country, the Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs specifically assist high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. While many programs are directed primarily to recognizing academic achievement or leadership potential, the Horatio Alger Association seeks students who have exhibited determination, integrity, and perseverance in overcoming adversity, as well as have critical financial need.
REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible to apply for any of the Horatio Alger Undergraduate Scholarships, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be enrolled full time as a high school senior in the United States; be progressing normally toward graduation in spring/summer of 2023 with plans to enter a college in the United States no later than the fall following graduation
Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and
Be a United States citizen
Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation Scholarships Due: March 15th
More than 100 scholarships are available for students going to four-year, vocational, and technical schools. Awards range from $250-$5,500. There are multiple scholarships available to students throughout the state. When you enter your information, it will match you with scholarships you are eligible for. Deadline extended to May 1st!
Coach Russ Memorial Scholarship Due: March 15th
Applicants for this scholarship award must meet the following minimum criteria:
*Graduate from a South Dakota high school;
*Attain a minimum 3.2 GPA through 7 semesters of high school;
*Provide a list (resume') of extra-curricular and community service activities;
*Submit a 300 to 500-word essay detailing a personal story which illustrates an event in which the applicant demonstrated resourcefulness and optimism in the face of adversity;
*Provide contact information (phone and email) of two character references who can speak on behalf of the applicant's ability to demonstrate perseverance. Contacts will also be asked to speak of dedication to the service of others. Character references may not be related to applicant. Please inform character references that they may be contacted by members of the selection committee.
South Dakota Firefighters Association Scholarship Due: March 15th
Son or daughter of any member (living, deceased or retired) of a fire department in South Dakota or an active member of a junior fire department in South Dakota.
Louie Family Foundation Scholarships Due: March 15th
Open to current high school seniors who will be attending a college/university in the fall. Must have a 3.7 or higher un-weighted GPA Must have an ACT composite score of 27 or higher.
Healthcare Plus Federal Credit Union Educational Scholarship Due: March 15th
Must be a member of Healthcare Plus Federal Credit Union.
First Premier Bank Scholarships Due: March 17th
Students and/or their parents must be First PREMIER Bank customers at the time of application.
Students must be high school seniors.
Students must plan to attend an accredited South Dakota post-secondary college, university, technical school, community college or junior college during the Fall semester.
Howard Memorial Fund-NSU Due: March 21st
Applicants for the Howard Memorial Scholarship must be residents of Brown County OR plan to attend Northern State University regardless of where they live. Requires application, page one of the federal income tax return, and a transcript. Scholarships up to $3,000 available.
Hatterscheidt Scholarship Due: March 22nd
Must be planning on attending Mitchell Technical College.
Marlin L. Johnson Memorial Scholarship Due: March 23rd
Student must be an active and registered member of the Aberdeen Gun Club; must attend a post-secondary institution in South Dakota or neighboring state. Application is attached.
2023 Speech Contest: ”Working Grassland, Why Should We Care?” Due: March 23rd
South Dakota Department of Agriculture speech contest with a $2300 in scholarships. Your school counselor has a brochure with more information or there is information about the contest at the following website:
Bellator Motorcycle Club Scholarship Due: March 26th
Students need to be attending an in-state college or technical school in the Fall. Applicants do not need to be the top of their class. The committee is looking for students who are hard working and driven to succeed.
American Legion Legacy Scholarship Due: March 27th
Children of U.S. military members who died while on active duty on or after September 11. 2001 or children of post-9/11 veterans having been assigned a combined rating of 50 percent or greater by the Department of Veterans Affairs also qualify.
First Bank and Trust Scholarships Due: March 28th
To be eligible for a First Bank & Trust Scholarship, you must meet all of the following criteria: • Be a First Bank & Trust Checking and/or Savings account holder • Be a U.S. citizen • Be a high school senior or full-time undergraduate student, attending an accredited post-high school educational institution • Have not previously received a First Bank & Trust Scholarship • Employees and members of the Board of Directors of First Bank & Trust, its affiliates, and the immediate families (spouse, parents, siblings, and children, and each of their respective spouses regardless of where they live) and persons living in the households of each of these individuals whether related or not, are not eligible.
Web Water Scholarship Due: March 29th
Three $1,000 scholarships ($3,000 total) will be awarded to graduating seniors who reside within the WEB Water service area and are enrolled or plan to enroll in a full-time course of study at an accredited institution of higher learning, including a vocational/technical school, two-year or four-year college, or university in the fall of the year the scholarship is given.
DSG Education Connection Fund Scholarship Due: March 31st
Student must reside in South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana, Minnesota or Wisconsin. Student must have been accepted to a program in a trade profession (such as electrician, plumber, HVAC/R technician, utility worker, etc.)
Ty Eschenbaum Survivor Scholarship Due: March 31st
Ty started the Foundation in 2011 with the original cause of supporting Youth Cancer Survivors in their pursuit of higher education. Today, Survivor Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis to graduating South Dakota high school Seniors that have been diagnosed with any type of cancer, at any point, and are attending any post-secondary education of their choosing. They have extended the deadline.
Veterans United Foundation Scholarship Due: March 31st
Be a surviving child of a deceased service member from a service-related death and be currently enrolled or planning to enroll in a college or university.
Western Agency Due: March 31st
Must be enrolling full time in post-secondary education in upcoming school year. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or better. This is a guaranteed scholarship for a Langford Student! The application is attached.
Mail or e-mail your applications to their office (Attention: Jennifer Malachowski/Scholarship Application) at 408 20th Ave SW, Suite 101, Minot, ND 58701. Applications being sent via e-mail can be sent to: mail@western-agency.com.
Janice Scott Memorial Scholarship Due: March 31st
Be sure to open the qualifications document before applying. A couple new qualifications are your family income needs to be less than $100,000. and you need to have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Oahe Racers Scholarship Due: March 31st
Pursing a degree in Automotive at one of the four techical colleges in the state.
CirkledIn Scholarship Due: March 31st
This is a quarterly scholarship of $2,500 that is super easy to apply with No GPA requirements, No minimum income requirements, and no essays to write.
Students can apply for free at:
Human Services Technician Full Ride Scholarship Due: March 31st
SD Department of Social Services is offering a full-ride Workforce Scholarship for new students entering Lake Area Technical College's Human Services Technician-Child Development (2-year) AAS degree program in Fall 2024.
Key Details:
People of all ages can apply
Awardees commit to working in the child care profession in South Dakota for two years following graduation
Work for an existing business
Start their own child care business
Applications accepted Jan. 1 - Mar. 31 through LATC Foundation's universal online application process
Clark County Riders Scholarship Due: March 31st
Seniors planning to attend a Technical School in South Dakota; Must have a 2.0 or higher GPA.
South East Technical College Scholarships Due: March 31st
The Avera Scholarships Due: March 31st
Avera believes in the value of education and offers a variety of scholarships to assist students and employees with their pursuit of knowledge.
Build Dakota Scholarship Due: March 31st
FULL RIDE SCHOLARSHIP!!
Students must enroll in a high-need workforce program at one of South Dakota's 4 Technical Colleges; Demonstrate financial need; Demonstrated interest in one of the high need fields; Must commit to work in South Dakota for 3 years after graduation in the high need career field.
Cobell Scholarship Due: March 31st
Both a Merit and Needs Based Scholarship available to any student who is an enrolled member of a US Federally-Recognized Tribe
Must plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution
Order of the Eastern Start - South Dakota Scholarship Due: March 31st
Open to high school seniors.
Preference will be given to member of the Order of the Eastern Star, those who have Eastern Star or Masonic Relationships, the child or dependent of a US War Veteran, and to those attending schools within the State of South Dakota.
SD Association of Conservation District Employees (SDACDE) MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Due: March 31st
There are 3 scholarships available. The recipient will be a current year graduate of a South Dakota High School. The recipient shall have graduated in the upper 50% of the class. Students must be going into an Agricultural/Conservation related field and attending a South Dakota College or Vocational School.
Grand Lodge Ancient Free & Accepted Masons of South Dakota Scholarship Due: March 31st
The Grand Lodge A. F. & A. M. of South Dakota will award several scholarships of $2,000 each year to South Dakota residents who plan to attend a public or private college, university or technical school. Preference will be given to students attending a school in South Dakota. Successful candidates will demonstrate financial need, scholastic capability, and have a family connection, either by blood or marriage, to a member of the Masonic fraternity, either living or deceased.
Mitchell Technical College Freshman Scholarships Due: March 31st
For incoming freshman planning to attend MTC.
Western Dakota Technical College Freshman Scholarships Due: March 31st
For incoming freshman planning to attend WDT
Scholarship Site
Lake Area Technical College Freshman Scholarships Due: March 31st
For incoming freshman planning to attend LATC.
Folds of Honor Scholarship Due: March 31st
Senior must be the dependent of a military service member and must be planning to enroll in am accredited college/university/technical school program.
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