Scholarships

Review the scholarships listed below and read the descriptions to see which ones you are eligible to apply for.
Please email or visit with Mrs. Gassman if you have any questions.
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Vantage Financial Partners - High School Athlete of the Month
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Participate in a HS sport 
  • Submit to be eligible for one $1,500 scholarship 
  • Each month a student will be chosen as Athlete of the Month
  • Application is now online and a transcript must be submitted along with a coach's recommendation
  • You are strongly encouraged to submit your application during your sport’s season
  • Students who participate in more than one sport may apply for each sport
  • Due the 1st of EVERY month through May 1, 2026
Caterpillar ThinkBig Program
  • Scholarship and internship program
  • Must agree to work for them for 3 years after attending LATC for Diesel Tech
South Dakota Scholarships
  • Click on the link to see various South Dakota scholarships
Rodeo Ticket Student Scholarship
  • $500
  • Apply fall of your freshmen year of college
Jump Start Scholarship
  • $1,500
  • Must graduate from a public SD high school and enroll in a postsecondary institution in SD
  • August 31, 2026

SEPTEMBER DEADLINES
SM Scholarship
  • ​$2,000 (12 awards)
  • Must be a high school senior and carry a GPA of at least 2.5
  • September 30, 2025
Coca Cola Foundation Scholarship
  • $20,000 (150 awards)
  • Applicants must be on track to graduate and planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution.
  • September 30, 2025 (5:00 PM)
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OCTOBER  DEADLINES
Be Bold Scholarship
  • To be eligible for the scholarship a student must: A) Be in Grade 12 and plan on enrolling in college by the fall of 2025. B) Have a GPA of at least 2.5.
  • No essay
  • October 1, 2025
Cappex Scholarship
  • High school sophomore, junior, or senior
  • Active in the community
  • No essay
  • October 1, 2025
   US Bank Scholarship Program
  • Enter for the chance to win up to $20,000 in U.S. Bank Scholarship prizes 
  • October 30, 2025​
   
​NOVEMBER  DEADLINES
Regeneron Science Talent Search
  • $250,000 (300 awards)
  • Must be a current high school student who will graduate in the 2023-2024 school year, and must submit original research in a critically important scientific field of study
  • November 6, 2025
Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship
  • Range from $2,000-$2,500
  • Must be involved in agriculture, 4-H, and/OR the Watertown Winter Farm Show
  • Must have scholastic record indicating the ability to succeed in the post-secondary education
  • Must be involved in extra-curricular activiites and activities in the community
  • Must submit your transcript and application materials to:
    • Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce
      Attn: Ag Scholarship Committee
      PO Box 1113
      Watertown, SD 57201
  • October 9, 2026
South Dakota Elks Career and Tech Ed. Scholarship
  • $1,500
  • Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited post-secondary career and technical education program which terminates with completion of that program
  • Applicants should have no immediate or long range plans to pursue a baccalaureate degree program (4 year program)
  • Complete the application and include an official transcript, answer the essay question, and include two letters of recommendation
  • Mail all information to:
  • Dennis Bennett
    Huron Elks #444 Scholarship Chairman
    701 Colorado Ave. S.W.
    Huron, SD 57350
  • Not available 2026
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship Program
  • (500) four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year
  • Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership and financial need
  • $4,000 scholarship to a male and female with chance of $50,000 with advancement to national level
  • November 12, 2025
  • Stand Up to Distracted Driving Scholarship
  • (5) $1,000 scholarships awarded
  • High school senior attending college next year
  • At least 3.0 GPA
  • November 12, 2025
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship
  • $55,000 (40 awards)
  • Must be a high achieving senior with a GPA of 3.5 or higher
  • Must be planning to attend a four-year college
  • November 12, 2025
SD Farmers Union Foundation Scholarship
  • Current member of SD Farmer's Union 
  • HS senior or college freshman
  • November 14, 2025
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution - DAR Good Citizens Scholarship
  • $500 and a special state pin and DAR Good Citizens pin and certificate
  • Open to all seniors who are in good standing with the board of education
  • Need two letters of recommendation
  • Miss Amundson has the essay topic - please come see her when you are ready to complete the essay (2 hour time limit)
  • Not updated 2025​
10 Words or Less Scholarship
  • $1,000 (2 awards)
  • Must be between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the fall of 2025 and must submit a response to the sponsor's essay prompt
  • November 15, 2025
Scholarship for Tomorrow's Entrepreneur
  • $2,000 (1 award)
  • Must be a senior in high school or currently enrolled in a college of business with a 3.5 or higher GPA
  • November 15, 2025​

DECEMBER  DEADLINES
South Dakota State DAR Scholarship for Military Descendants
  • $500
  • Must be the child or grandchild of a US Military Veteran
  • December 1, 2025
 Hagan Scholarship
  • Intended for high achieving, self-motivated students who will require financial assistance in order to attend college. 
  • Must have a 3.5 or higher cumulative GPA
  • Must enroll at an eligible four year college or university
  • December 1, 2025
Lamber-Goodnow Scholarships
  • $1,000 (2 awards)
  • Must be an innovative and highly creative high school student
  • They are seeking essay submissions from students who are creative thinkers and problem solvers
  • December 1, 2025
  Luigi Wawege Foundation Scholarship
  • $1,500
  • Submit an essay on "How will retail banking change over the next decade?"
  • December 1, 2025
Science Ambassador Scholarship
  • (5) $20,000 awards
  • High school senior
  • For undergraduate women purusping a degree in STEM
  • Attend a school in the US in the fall of 2026
  • December 15, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Dirk Derrick Car and Truck Accident Injury Scholarship
  • ​$1,000
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher
  • An award for any current or soon to be undergraduate student who has had his or her life altered due to an injury from a car or truck accident, be it their own inquiry, that of a loved one, or an influential individual.
  • Submit an essay; maximum 600 words.
  • December 15, 2025
Common App Scholarship
  • $2,000 (2 awards)
  • Must be in 11th or 12th grade.
  • Must have a GPA of 2.5 of greater during your last academic year.
  • December 15, 2025
Burger King Scholars 
  • 2.5 or higher GPA and plan to enroll full-time at a two- or four-year college, university or technical school
  • December 15, 2025​
North American Van Lines Logistics Scholarship
  • Be a U.S. citizen enrolled as a full time student planning to complete a college degree in Logistics or equivalent field
  • December 15, 2025
Senior Planning Social Work and Eldercare Scholarship
  • (1-5 awards given; no less than $900 per award)
  • High school senior
  • December 15, 2025
Dakota Corps Scholarship
  • South Dakota resident with at least 2.8 GPA & 27 or higher ACT 
  • Covers tuition at a SD college/university for critical need professions
  • Must agree to work in SD for the time receiving the scholarship + 1 year.
  • Must be going to work in a critical need occupation
  • December 15, 2025​
  Power of Resilience Scholarship
  • $1,000
  • GPA of at least 3.0
  • December 31, 2025​
National Day of the Cowgirl Scholarship
  • Up to $30,000
  • Must be a female who is in her first-year in an undergraduate (4-year) college program 
  • Must have esiting ties, experience, or affiliation in the Western industry and have a passion to pursue a career in the Western, agriculture, farm, ranch, or western sports industrties
  • Need to submit a completed application, resume, 3 references, and transcript
  • December 31, 2025


​JANUARY  DEADLINES
Jackie Robinson Scholarship
  • Must be a senior planning to attend a 4 year college
  • January 7, 2026
Profile in Courage Essay Contest
  • 1st place = $10,000; 2nd place = $3,000; 5 finalists receive $1,000 each
  • The contest is open to United States high school students in grades nine through twelve attending public, private, parochial, or home schools; US students under the age of twenty enrolled in a high school correspondence/GED program; and US citizens attending schools overseas. 
  • January 12, 2026
JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship
  • $1,500 (4 year program) OR $1,000 (1 or 2 year program)
  • Each year the SD JCI Senate organization awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan to continue their education at an accredited post-secondary college, university or vocational school. 
  • Must have a GPA of 3.75 or higher.
  • Must contain personal statement, transcript, 3 reference letters, head shot photograph.
  • Postmarked by January 12, 2026 (must be mailed)
Grow Ag Leaders Scholarship
  • $1,500 scholarship
  • High school senior planning to attend a 2 or 4 year college
  • GPA of at least 2.5
  • Must obtain no less than two electronic endorsements from qualifying farmers
  • January 15, 2026
Built Tough Ford
  • Must obtain a Ford dealer electronic signature to qualify - opt in for Ford (Huron or Mitchell)
  • Must be an FFA member
  • Must be a high school senior
  • Must want to attend a two or four year college
  • January 15, 2026
FFA Future Leaders Scholarship
  • $5,000 (92 awards given) & $10,000 (54 awards given)
  • Have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
  • FFA member must be studying agriculture or a skilled trade
  • Obtain two endorsements from Eligible Farmers
  • January 15, 2026
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship
  • $5,000 (39 awards given)
  • High school senior who is planning a career of service to the U.S. in local, state, or federal government
  • January 15, 2026
Mensa US Scholarship
  • $2,5000 (178 awards given)
  • Be enrolled in a degree program in an accredited U.S. institution of higher learning during the academic year following the application date
  • Submit an application and essay explaining his or her career, academic and/or vocational goals
  • January 15, 2026
Dakotaland Federal Credit Union 
  • (10) $1,000 Scholarships Awarded
  • Must be a member of Dakotaland for at least 6 months to be eligible
  • Mail application and a headshot to: Dakotaland Federal Credit Union - Scholarship Committee - 2297 Kansas Ave. SE, Suite 1 - Huron, SD 57350
  • January 16, 2026
Davis-Bahcall Scholars Program
  • For students entering into a STEM college program.
  • A once-in-a-lifetime, all-expense-paid opportunity that connects science-curious students with peers and mentors while exploring the modern world of STEM research.
  • Students will spend four weeks exploring leading national and international laboratories and universities in the Black Hills, across the Midwest and in Chicago, Illinois.
  • Program dates are Sunday June 11 through Sunday July 9
  • January 16, 2026​
SD Engineering Society - Eastern Chapter
  • $2,000
  • High School seniors applying to engineering colleges in SD - South Dakota State University or South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. 
  • $2000 scholarship
  • Completed applications must be postmarked by January 20 and mailed to:
  • Lance Mayer, PE
  • Scholarships - SDES/EC
  • 1300 S. Highline Avenue
  • Sioux Falls, SD 57110
  • January 16, 2026
Breanna Coleman Memorial Nursing Scholarship
  • $5,000 (1 award)
  • Be a high school senior who will be pursuing a four-year degree in Nursing
  • Be involved in volunteer work or other extracurricular activities outside of school
  • January 24, 2026
Basin Electric Power Cooperative Member Scholarship
  • $2,500 scholarship to a student whose a member of the central electric
  • Dependent of a Central Electric member and primary residence receives power from Central Electric Cooperative
  • Enrolled in or planning to enroll in a full time graduate or undergraduate course of study at an accredited, two or four year college, university or technical/vocational school
  • Must be postmarked and mailed no later than January 30, 2026 to Central Electric Cooperative, PO Box 850, Mitchell SD 57301
  • OR email to [email protected]
Jay Headley Memorial Fund (Agriculture)
  • $1,000 scholarship
  • Dependent of a Central Electric member and primary residence receives power from Central Electric Cooperative
  • Pursuing or plan to pursue a bachelor’s of science degree in an agricultural related field (4-year school degree)
  • January 30, 2026
Central Electric District Scholarship
  • New in 2025, Central Electric is offering up to sixteen $500 District Scholarships - two scholarships per county will be awarded from the Basin Electric Scholarship list of applicants that are not selected for that scholarship.
  • The student must complete the Basin Electric Power Cooperative Scholarship application and have their primary residence served by Central Electric to qualify
  • The winners of the $1,000 Basin Electric Scholarship and $1,000 Jay Headley Memorial Scholarship are not eligible for the $500 District Scholarship
  • Children and dependents of cooperative employees and board members are not eligible for this scholarship
  • January 30, 2026
BankWest Scholarship
  • (21) $1,500 scholarships will be given
  • Applicant must be a BankWest deposit account holder for a minimum of six months preceding the application deadline.
  • Applicant must be a United States citizen.
  • Applicant must be a high school senior or full-time undergraduate student currently attending an accredited post high school educational institution.
  • Applicant must not have previously received a BankWest scholarship.
  • January 30, 2026


FEBRUARY  DEADLINES
James River Gobblers, Wild Turkey Federation
  • $750 scholarship
  • Graduating senior pursing a higher education degree with a 3.0 GPA or higher who support preservation of hunting tradition and actively participate in hunting sports
  • Must write an essay exhibiting dedication to conservation and preserving our hunting heritage
  • February 1, 2026
Society of Manufacturing Engineers Scholarship
  • $10,000 (200 awards)
  • Must be a high school senior pursuing a degree in manufacturing or engineering
  • Minimum GPA of 2.0 or higher
  • February 1, 2026
Elks Legacy Scholarship
  • $1000 - $4000 given to students whose parents or grandparents are Elk members 
  • February 2, 2026​​
Community Impact Scholarship
  • $2,500 (1 award)
  • Must demonstrate active involvement in community service and exhibit strong leadership qualities
  • Must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher
  • February 4, 2026
POET 
  • Seven scholarships of up to $5,000 to full-time undergraduate students who will be attending any South Dakota four-year college, university or technical school or $2,500 for attending a technical college in SD.
  • Students enrolled in any accredited two- or four-year post-secondary or technical school, including graduate students, regardless of GPA, are eligible to apply.
  • ​Majors applicable for these scholarships are Agriculture, Finance, Accounting, Communications, Engineering, Computer Science, Human Resources, or related degrees or minors.
  • Scholarships are only offered to those located in the United States.
  • February 13, 2026
SD FFA Scholarships  Ramia Boersma Scholarship (SD Education Association) 
  • $750 scholarship & can be renewed for four years 
  • Applicants must be the son/daughter or grandson/granddaughter of an SDEA or SDEA Retired member
  • February 15, 2026
Dells Scholars Program
  • $20,000
  • Be on track to graduate from high school
  • Need for financial assistance
  • Have at least a 2.4 or higher GPA
  • *Must be pell grant eligible to apply
  • February 15, 2026
​Gordon Horgen Scholarship (SD Education Association)
  • $750 scholarship
  • Native American students interested in pursuing education 
  • February 15, 2026​
Horatio Alger Denny Sanford Scholarship
  • (25) $10,000 scholarships (SDSU)
  • (15) $10,000 scholarships (DSU)
  • (12) $12,500 scholarships (BHSU)
  • (4) $37,500 scholarships (School of Mines)
  • (6) $25,000 scholarships (Augustana University)
  • (6) $25,000 scholarships (USF)
  • (12) $20,000 scholarships (USD)
  • Be enrolled full-time as a high school senior interesting in attending one of the specific, eligible colleges/universities: Augustana University, Black Hills State University, Dakota State University, South Dakota School of Mines, South Dakota State University, University of Minnesota, University of Sioux Falls, or University of South Dakota
  • Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree
  • Demonstrate critical financial need ($100,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
  • Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
  • Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 (check individual programs for GPA requirements); and
  • Be a United States citizen
  • February 15, 2026
Aurora Cooperative
  • (10) $1,000 scholarships awarded
  • An individual pursuing a career in agriculture
  • February 15, 2026
Farm Kids for College Scholarships
  • $2,500 (3 awards)
  • Must be a high school senior in the U.S and must be majoring in an agricultural field in the fall of 2024
  • February 17, 2026
Gordon A. Rich Memorial Scholarship
  • $50,000 (9 awards)
  • Be a graduating senior who plans to pursue a 4 year bachelor's degree
  • Minimum GPA 3.5
  • Rank in the top 20% of their class
  • February 19, 2026
Play Scholars Helping Collars Scholarship
  • $1,500 (3 awards given)
  • Be a graduating high school senior
  • Submit a story describing the impact you made in the life of a rescue animal or other animal welfare case
  • February 26, 2026
Agtegra Scholarship
  • (10) $1,000 scholarships awarded
  • Must have a 3.0 or higher GPA
  • Must plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college in South Dakota or North Dakota
  • Must plan to pursue an agriculture degree/program
  • February 27, 2026
Evie Kahnke Memorial Scholarship
  • For a SD senior who is very well rounded and active in sports and the agriculture industry
  • Must be pursuing a career in the ag industry
  • February 28, 2026
Annis Irene Fowler/Kaden Scholarship 
  • First-time entering freshman at BHSU, DSU, NSU or USD
  • Intent to major in Elementary Education 
  • ​$1,000 Scholarship
  • SD BOR Scholarship
  • February 28, 2026
Better Business Bureau Scholarship
  • $2,000 (20 scholarships awarded)
  • For seniors in South Dakota who need financial assistance
  • Recognizes students that personify values, leadership and integrity
  • Minimum GPA 3.0
  • February 28, 2026
Ardell Bjugstad Scholarship Program
  • Scholarship for Native American students enrolled in a federally recognized tribe.
  • Pursuing a postsecondary degree in agricultural related field. 
  • ​February 28, 2026
NIAAA Scholarship
  • $500 scholarship (one male and one female in SD) and a plaque
  • Applicant must be a Senior
  • Applicant must have achieved at least two (2) of the following: (A) minimum of B+ average; (B) Ranked in the top 25% of class; (C) ACT score of 24 or an SAT score of 1100 (Math, Reading and Writing)
  • Applicant must have participated in two sports for at least two years in each sport
  • Applicant must have earned at least one varsity letter in each of two sports
  • Applicant must complete attached scholar/essay application
  •  Applicant must have a letter of recommendation from the high school athletic administrator/director
  • School athletic director must be an NIAAA member and a member of their respective state athletic administrators association
  • The principal or athletic director must sign the application to ensure that the academic information submitted is accurate
  • All hard copy materials must be postmarked or electronic materials sent to: Bill Clements, 1150 Northshore Drive, North Sioux City, SD 57049 by
  • February 28, 2026
SD WeedFighters Scholarship
  • (2) $1,000 awards
  • Must be a citizen of the United States and a South Dakota resident
  • Must be a high school graduate - you’ll receive the funds after you complete one semester in college
  • Must be a post - secondary student with an agriculture production, precision farming, agronomy, entomology, or Natural Resources as fields of study in a South Dakota College, University or Technical School or any bordering state
  • February 28, 2026

​ MARCH DEADLINES
South Dakota Farm Bureau Scholarship 
  • Scholarships for youth who plan to return to rural communities to work. 
  • Student or family must have been a member of Farm Bureau for two years. 
  • March 1, 2026
Little International Scholarship
  • (2) $1,500 and (2) $1,000
  • Little International at SDSU has established a rich tradition of legacy and learning. Little International is the largest two-day student-run livestock exhibition in the nation. The event allows students to gain skills in showmanship, animal husbandry, and agriculture-based career paths. In addition to showing livestock, students may participate in wool judging, meats judging, dairy product creation, machinery sales, and more. 
  • Must be a high school senior looking to be involved in Little International in the future at SDSU
  • Must be planning to attend SDSU in the fall 2025
  • Email scholarship application to [email protected]
  • March 1, 2026
SDACDE Karst Scholarship 
  • (3) $500 awards 
  • Encouraging students concerned with conserving their natural resources by furthering their education in an agricultural related field
  • Must be a high school senior, graduate in the upper 50% of the class, and must be going into an Agricultural/Conservation related field and attending a South Dakota College, Vocational School, or Tech school
  • Need transcripts and two letters of recommendation along with the completed application
  • ​March 1, 2026
American Legion Auxiliary Scholarships
  • Eligibility Options:
  • All due March 1, 2026​
Hatterscheidt Scholarship (Northern State University)
  • $2,500 (22 awards given)
  • Available to students who are enrolled in NSU for the 2022-2023 school year
  • Must be a resident of SD
  • Have at least a minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Be accepted for admission at NSU
  • March 2, 2026
Dacotah Bank Scholarship 
  • 1 - $1,000 scholarship & 2 - $2,000 scholarship 
  • Family member or student must have an account with Dacotah Bank 
  • March 3, 2026
  First Dakota Bank Scholarship
  • $1,000-$5,000
  • Senior must have First Dakota checking account
  • March 3, 2026 (postmarked on or before this date)
  • *Mail to: First Dakota National Bank, c/o Marketing Department, PO Box 156, Yankton, SD 57078​
Bellator Titans Motorcycle Club Application   
  • (1) $1,500 award
  • SD Senior going into first year of post-secondary education in South Dakota
  • Must have financial need
  • Must include scholarship application, photo of applicant, essay question, and letter of recommendation
  • Email application materials to [email protected]
  • March 13, 2026
American Bank and Trust Scholarship
  • Several $1,000 scholarship awards
  • Must be a senior who will attend college in SD, ND, or Minnesota
  • March 13, 2026
Cogley-Buffington Certified Property and Casualty Underwriters Fund (Sioux Falls Community Foundation)
  • $1,000
  • Graduating seniors from SD who plan to attend an accredited four-year college or university
  • Need a GPA of at least 3.5 or higher
  • Must participate in extra-curricular and community activities and demonstrate an interest in and understanding of the role of business in American society
  • March 15, 2026
 Fool Soldier Scholarship  (Sioux Falls Community Foundation)
  • $4,500
  • Open to descendants of the Fool Soldiers, a group of Teton Lakota men active in the early 1860s
  • Must be able to prove their ancestry and have a GPA of 2.0 of higher
  • March 15, 2026
Emily's Hope Scholarship
  • $500
  • Seniors of South Dakota who plan to study art, particularly visual art
  • Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher and must be prepared to submit an example of their artwork
  • March 15, 2026
Fred and Marie Christopherson Scholarship  (Sioux Falls Community Foundation)
  • ​$2,000
  • Applicants who plan to attend a four-year college or university in SD
  • Must have a GPA of at least 3.9 after seven semesters, and have a minimum ACT score of 28
  • March 15, 2026
Joe Foss "An American Hero" Scholarship  (Sioux Falls Community Foundation)
  • $1,000 (multiple awards given)
  • Applicants must plan to attend an accredited college or university or tech school
  • Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better and a minimum ACT score of 21
  • Must demonstrate characteristics of an American patriot
  • March 15, 2026
Kimberly Rose Means - Native American Council of Tribes Scholarship  (Sioux Falls Community Foundation)
  • $1,000
  • Awarded to graduating high school seniors who are enrolled members of a South Dakota Native American tribe or South Dakota tribal members who are returning to school after an absence
  • Applicants must plan to attend an accredited college, university, or vocational school
  • Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 or higher
  • Must have participated in school and community activities and have the desire and ability to accomplish his or her goals
  • March 15, 2026
Norman W. Ranshau Memorial Scholarship
  • $4,500
  • Must be a student planning to pursue a degree in an agricultural-related field and who attend school or reside in the state of South Dakota
  • Must demonstrate financial need and have participated in agricultural extra-curricular activities (Such as 4-H and FFA)
  • March 15, 2026
Osmann Family Native American Scholarship (Sioux Falls Community Foundation)
  • $1,500
  • Awarded to graduating South Dakota high school seniors who are enrolled members of a Native American tribe
  • Applicants must plan to attend a South Dakota college, university or technical school 
  • Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher after seven semesters of high school
  • March 15, 2026
Siouxland Chapter CFMA Scholarship (Sioux Falls Community Foundation)
  • $1,250 (multiple scholarships awarded)
  • Awarded to graduating seniors who wish to pursue an academic or technical degree in construction
  • Applicants must attend an institution of higher learning within 100 miles of Sioux Falls
  • March 15, 2026
SD Fire Service Scholarship
  • Son or Daughter of a member of the fire department in South Dakota or active junior member of fire department
  • Two $1000 scholarships 
  • March 15, 2026
Huron Regional Medical Center Scholarship - 
  • Must be graduating from one of the following counties: Beadle, Clark, Hand, Jerauld, Kingsbury, Sanborn or Spink.
  • Must be interested in and intend to pursue a healthcare-related degree.
  • Preference will be given to applicants who indicate financial need and plan to seek employment in the Huron, SD area after graduation.
  • March 15, 2026
Huron Regional Medical Center - Healthy Huron Interest Scholarship
  • Annual amount of up to $10,000 is available to split amongst multiple scholarship recipients
  • For students who are interested in a career in the medical field but are either not pursuing a degree in a critical need field or are not ready to make a commitment to return to the Huron area after graduation
  • Must be graduating from high school in Beadle, Clark, Hand, Jerauld, Kingsbury, Sanborn, or Spink county.
  • Must have a 2.0 or higher GPA.
  • March 15, 2026
Huron Regional Medical Center - Commitment Scholarship
  • Amount dependent on program
  • Must commit to work at HRMC or in the Huron region at a participating medical facility for a determined amount of time following graduation.
  • Must be a graduating senior or currently attending/enrolled in post-secondary education.
  • Must intend on pursuing a degree in a high-need medical field as determined by the HRMC Foundation.
  • Must have a 2.0 or better grade-point average.
  • March 15, 2026
SD Cattlemen's Foundation Scholarship
  • 5 awards (ranging from $1,000-$5,000)
  • SD student accepted to a post secondary institution who demonstrates interest in the beef industry
  • March 15, 2026 (11:59 PM)
Weskota Foundation 
  • (3) $750 awards
  • Must be a senior planning a career in a health care field
  • Need to include one letter of reference from one of your teachers, current transcript, and list of extracurricular activities, honors and awards
  • On a seperate piece of paper, briefly describe why you have chosen the health care field you plan to pursue
  • Must drop off or mail to: Weskota Foundation, 604 1st St. NE, Wessington Springs, SD 57382
  • March 20, 2026
The Howard Memorial Fund
  • $3,000
  • Must plan to attend Northern State University.
  • March 20, 2026
Santel Communications - Ray Judy Memorial (LOCAL)
  • $750 (10 scholarships given for best essays and most comprehensive resume - highly based on quantity and quality of of community service involvement and school activity participation and quality of essay)
  • $300 (2 scholarships given by random draw)
  • Must be a high school senior whose family is a residential telephone and/or internet customer of Santel Communications Coop planning to attend a post-secondary school within 12 months of graduation
  • Email scholarship application materials to [email protected] and write in the subject line "Santel Communications Ray Judy Memorial Scholarship"
  • Photo must be submitted in pdf or jpg format
  • You must submit all 4 pieces via email: letter of recommendation, resume, photo (PDF or JPG), and one-page essay
  • 5:00 PM on March 25, 2026 (must be sumitted online)
Janice M Scott Memorial Scholarship
  • HS Senior with a 3.0 or high planning to attend a 4 year college or university who demonstrates leadership
  • Combined adjusted income of the parent(s) can't exceed $50,000
  • March 31, 2026
   VFW Auxiliary Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest 
  • Any US Student 9-12 
  • $15,000 scholarship 
  • March 31, 20256​​
Build Dakota Scholarship
  • Due March 31, 2026
Ally Dakota Development Scholarship
  • (5) $1,000 awards
  • Must be pursuing a post-secondary degree in a business/finance related field
  • Must have a 3.5 or higher GPA
  • Must be mailed to: Ally Dakota Development Attn: Scholarship 730 East Watertown Street Rapid City, SD 57701
  • March 31, 2026

APRIL DEADLINES
Mark Nelson Memorial Scholarship  (LOCAL)
  • $750
  • ANY Sanborn Central High School senior whose planning to attend a tech school or 4-year college program can apply
  • **Preference will be given to a senior with at least a 2.0 GPA, planning to join the SD National Guard, or who is active in choir or band.
  • April 1, 2026 (Return application to Mrs. Gassman by 3:00 PM)
Grand Lodge Ancient Free & Accepted Masons of South Dakota
  • $2,000 (10 awards given)
  • Must live in SD and be planning to attend a public or private college, university, or tech school
  • 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.
  • April 1, 2026
SDAPHCC Educational Foundation Scholarship Application
  • (2) $2,000 awards
  • For students pursuing careers in the plumbing, heating, and cooling industry
  • Must submit letter of application and all supporting information to the SDAPHCC office: SDAPHCC, 707 E 41st At. Ste 220, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105
  • April 1, 2026
Day County Coyote Hunt Scholarship
  • $2,000
  • To apply, you must be an immediate family member of a current or former soldier or Veteran of the Armed Forces including the SDS National Guard and must have a desire to further your education.
  • Must be 19 years of age or younger.
  • Must mail application, personal statement, and two letters of recommendation to the following address:
  • Day County Coyote Hunt Scholarship
  • 214 N Wicker St.
  • Canton, SD 57013
  • April 1, 2026
Mitchell Kiwanis Club Scholarship
  • $500 (4 awards)
  • Must complete essay and submit two letters of recommendation
  • Any Mitchell area students (including Sanborn county) are eligible to apply if they are planning to attend postsecondary education (any college or tech school)
  • Email application and materials to [email protected]
  • OR you can mail to: Mitchell Kiwanis, PO Box 131, Mitchell, SD 57301
  • April 1, 2026
Inez Taylor Walter Scholarship
  • Amount TBD
  • Must be a student planning to attend college in South Dakota or North Dakota in the field of nursing
  • Must complete the application and a written essay (750 words or less) on "Why I am choosing Nursing as my profession"
  • Scan application and essay into one document and email to Amy: [email protected]
  • April 1, 2026​
Central Cattlemen Scholarship
  • $500
  • Any senior graduating from the Beadle, Jerauld or Sanborn county area who intends on attending a public or private college, university, or technical school
  • Preference will be given to applicants pursuing studies related to the cattle industry or wish to have a future career in the cattle industry
  • April 1, 2026 (submit via email to [email protected] or mail)​
Donald H. Quimby Memorial Scholarship
  • $350
  • Graduate from a South Dakota high school.
  • Attending any post-secondary education.
  • No GPA requirement.
  • Must submit this application via mail so complete before the deadline to ensure it arrives by April 1.
  • Mail to:
  • Donald H Quimby Memorial Scholarship
  • c/o Kevin Quimby
  • 3409 S Florence Ave.
  • Sioux Falls, SD 57103
  • April 1, 2026
Huron Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau Ag Committee Scholarship 
  • (1) $1,000 award and (2) $500 awards given
  • Seniors living in the Huron area who are planning on going to any technical school, college or university in South Dakota
  • Preference will be given to a student majoring in a degree that is specifically related to agriculture.
  • Need a letter of recommendation from a school official or community leader
  • Need to include your transcript
  • Applications need to be returned to the Huron Chamber and Visitors Bureau 
  • Mail to: Ag Scholarship Committee, Huron Chamber & Visitors Bureau, 1725 Dakota Ave. South, Huron, SD 57350
  • Postmarked no later than April 1, 2026
SDATAT Scholarship Program - Townships
  • (1) $1,000 Scholarship, (1) $1,000, and (1) $500 Scholarship​
  • High school senior in SD
  • Mail to: SDATAT Scholarship, PO Box 903, Huron, SD 57350
  • April 1, 2026
CHS Farmer's Alliance (LOCAL)
  • (2) $2,000 awards
  • Applicant must be a high school senior from the local CHS Farmers Alliance trade area, have a desire to work in the agricultural field and show enrollment in postsecondary education.
  • Applicant must include two, non-family, letters of recommendation, completed W-9, and photo for use in recipient announcements. 
  • You can mail to CHS Scholarships, 1800 Elevator Road, Mitchell, SD 57321 OR you may email your completed application form and send to [email protected]
  • April 3, 2026
 ​​ Grand Commandery Knights Templar of South Dakota
  • $1,000 (several awards)
  • Must be planning to attend a South Dakota technical school
  • Email scholarship application materials to [email protected]
  • Enter "K.T. Scholarship" in the subject line when emailing
  • Due by email on or before April 6, 2026​
4-H Scholarship 
  • Youth with at least five years of active membership in SD  4-H
  • Scholarship is:
    • 40% scholastic achievement;
    • 10% character;
    • 40% 4-H project involvement including Citizenship/ Community Service and Leadership; and
    • 10% financial need.
  • Email scholarship application and materials to [email protected]
  • April 6, 2026 (Postmarked by this date)
Sanborn Central Conservation District Dave Tollefson Scholarship
  • $250.00
  • The recipient will be a current of year graduate of Sanborn County.
  • Preference given to a resident of Sanborn County.
  • The recipient will be a student attending a South Dakota vocational/technical school or 4 year college.
  • You must attach a transcript with your application as well as two letters of recommendation.
  • Return scholarship application materials to Mrs. Gassman by Tuesday, April 7th 2025 at 3:00 PM.
Future Nurse Scholarship
  • $2,500 (1 award)
  • Must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and pursuing a bachelor's degree in nursing
  • April 9, 2026
Plains Commerce Bank High School Scholarship 
  • $500 (2 awards)
  • ​The student or parent(s) must be a member/customer of this bank. 
  • Based on the individual's activities, community involvement, character, and need - NOT GPA. 
  • Applications should be submitted to ATTN: Kiley Krantz, Market President, Plains Commerce Bank
  • Mailing address: 900 S. Burr St., Mitchell, SD 57301
  • April 10, 2026​
Sanborn County Pheasants Forever Scholarship
  • $1,000 scholarship (1 to SC student, 1 to Woonsocket student)
  • Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, must be pursuing a college degree, must actively participate in hunting, fishing, or support conservation and the preservation of our natural resources, must be involved in extracurricular activities, and demonstrate leadership
  • Must submit all required essays, two letters of recommendations, and synopsis of activities/clubs/awards, etc. 
  • April 10, 2026
  • Email to [email protected]
  • OR mail to Sanborn County Pheasants Forever Chapter 24241 400th Ave. Letcher, SD
Mary Jane Austerman Memorial Scholarship (LOCAL)​
  • (1) $500 scholarship award
  • Sanborn Central senior student planning to attend higher education.
  • Student must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
  • Preference given to a student entering the nursing field or another health profession field - but all seniors are encouraged to apply.
  • Award given in 2nd semester of college/higher education. 
  • April 13, 2026 (Give to Mrs. Gassman by 3:00 PM)​
 Cortrust Bank Scholarship
  • $2,000
  • **Not for high school seniors
  • South Dakota college sophomore/junior/senior/graduate student with an expressed interest in banking/financial services; or
  • Second year South Dakota technical student with an expressed interest in banking/financial services
  • April 15, 2026
SD Aviation Association Scholarship
  • Amount TBD
  • Must be sponsored by SDAA Member
  • Your future career must relate to or benefit the Aerial Application industry
  • April 15, 2026
Frank & Faye (Druse) Peters Scholarship (LOCAL)
  • (1) $1,000 scholarship award
  • Sanborn Central Senior planning to further education at any accredited post secondary institution.
  • GPA of at least 2.0
  • April 16, 2026 (Please return to Mrs. Gassman by 3:00 PM)
South Dakota Telecommunications Association (SDTA)
  • ​(1) $2,500 and (2) $2,000 awards
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Are accepted into or attending a multi-year program degree at any accredited technical college or accredited post-secondary higher education institution for the fall 2025 semester
  • Are majoring in a degree/program or field of study that is useful in the telecommunications or broadband industry, or which significantly relies on the use of broadband services and related technologies AND
  • A customer/member or have a parent/guardian that is a customer/member of a SDTA member company (Santel Communications - Woonsocket)
  • Must have a minimum of two letters of recommendation**
  • April 17, 2026​
Branded for Greatness Scholarship
  • Range from $500-$1,000 awards
  • Must be involved in at least one extra-curricular activity. Ex: athletics, band, UIL academics, art, choir, One-Act, etc.
  • ​Must attend an accredited public or private high school in the United States. 
  • List leadership roles, work experience and community service involvement.
  • Submit a copy of your most up-to-date official high school transcript.
  • Submit a 500-word essay detailing your goals, life experiences, and what "achieving greatness" means to you.
  • Submit a headshot or photo of yourself to be posted in scholarship announcement if awarded. 
  • Must plan to attend a college, university or trade school in Fall 2026 and provide documentation
  • April 30, 2026​​​​​
​MAY DEADLINES
Wayne Walker and Betty Maxwell Memorial Scholarship (LOCAL)
  • (3) $250 awards (SC) & (3) $250 awards (Woony)
  • For Sanborn Central and Woonsocket seniors only*
  • One of the scholarships will be for a student going into a medical field*
  • Established to honor Wayne Walker and Betty Maxwell - both were a staple in this community and were always willing to help someone
  • Betty was a nurse's aid and LPN 
  • This scholarship was established to reward individuals who help others, volunteer, and wish to continue their education after high school.
  • Please return to Mrs. Gassman BEFORE the deadline so she can give all scholarship applications to Jordan Von Eye.
  • May 1, 2026
Samsung American Legion Scholarship
  • (10) $10,000 scholarships
  • Students between their junior and senior years of high school who attend the current session of either an American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program
  • ​Must be a direct descendant (child, grandchild, great grandchild, etc.) - or a legally adopted child of a wartime U.S. military veteran who served on active duty during at least one of the periods of war officially designated as eligibility dates for American Legion membership.
  • Applicants must complete and submit their online application prior to 11:59 (local time) of Day 1 of their respective American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program​

JUNE DEADLINES
South Dakota Association of Mutual Insurance Companies
  • 4 ($500) awards 
  • Must be a senior with a 3.0 or higher GPA
  • You must be starting college within 18 months of your high school graduation
  • Your parents must be insured by a Farm Mutual Insurance Company of South Dakota
  • June 10, 2026 (Can email application to [email protected])

JULY DEADLINES
James River Youth Rodeo Scholarship
  • (1) $1,000 scholarship
  • Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher (and provide transcript)
  • Must have a letter of recommendation from a school official
  • Must have proof of participation in college rodeo
  • Must mail the completed application and essay to: Riley Baade, 40878 244th St., Letcher, SD 57359
  • Not updated 2026
American Legion Baseball Scholarship
  • Eight $2,500 scholarships given
  • Must be a baseball player and high school graduate
  • July 15, 2026

South Dakota Opportunity Scholarship


The application form must be accompanied by:​
  • ​An official high school transcript; and
  • A copy of the student's ACT or SAT score report if the student's official high school transcript does not show the ACT composite score or the sum of the SAT verbal and mathematics scores.
  • No later than September 1st for Fall 2023
  • No later than January 15th for Spring 2024
  • It is recommended that the initial scholarship application and transcript be submitted by June 1st when establishing eligibility for the Fall term and November 1st for the Spring term
  • ACT: 24 or higher, GPA: 3.0 and must meet additional curriculum requirements
  • Initial Eligibility Application Form

SOUTH DAKOTA SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP LINKS:  
BUILD DAKOTA Scholarship 
  • Full Ride Scholarship!!   
  • Must plan to attend one of the SD Technical schools and major in one of the eligible fields listed on the site. 
  • Must agree to work with the business for three years after graduating college.
  • Application Opens: January 1, 2026
  • Deadline: March, 31 2026

Freedom Scholarship
  • Maintain South Dakota residency for at least one year prior to scholarship application.
  • Attend an eligible (4-year) institution.
  • Demonstrate financial need.
  • MUST complete the FAFSA.
  • Meet minimum GPA requirements (maintain a 2.0 GPA).
  • Graduate in five years or less.
  • Commit in writing to live and work in South Dakota for three years after graduation.
  • Acknowledge that any failure to meet these requirements will results in the conversion from a scholarship to an interest-bearing loan.
  • Financial aid office at 4-year colleges will determine who the recipients of this award are, based on financial need and GPA.
  • After completing your FAFSA, ask your college or university's financial aid office how to apply - each school has its own application process.
  • Ask your college's financial aid office about this scholarship opportunity!

Resources
​SDMyLife provides a scholarship finding tool after taking a short survey of personal and family demographics (your student must login to their career cruising account.)

Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation houses 50+ scholarships offered to students in surrounding area. In Sanborn country we are not eligible for all but there are many applicable ones if you look! Applications open January 1 and most are due by March 15, 2026!

National FFA Foundation Scholarships  - Links to more scholarships available on the website.  

National Farmers Union provides three scholarships to students whose family is of the National Farmers Union - Due date: April 1st

Military Education Benefits.gov  OR   Military.com

National Guard Funding Opportunities

Air Force Scholarships - learn how the US Air Force ROTC helps you pay for college
  • Deadline: Not updated 2024
Family member injured in the line of duty?
        Check out resources here

Essay Writing Resources
SD FFA SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS HERE - ALL DUE: Not updated 2025
  • 1-Wade Lang Memorial Scholarships
    • Student with Animal Science interest
    • $1,000
  • 2 -Wosje Ag Business scholarships
    • Students studying Ag Business
    • $750 each
  • 2 -Marsh Agricultural Scholarships
    • Students studying any field of ag
    •  $500 each
  • 1 -Bob Titus Scholarships
    • Students studying any field of ag
    •  $500
  • 4 - Star Partner scholarships sponsored by Twin Cities Region Northland Ford 
    • Students must be studying any field of ag
      • $500 each
  • 4 - Blue and Gold Scholarships provided by SD FFA Association
    • Students studying any field of ag
    • $750
  • 2 - The Gary Grey Agricultural Education Scholarship
    • Students studying any field of ag
    • $500 each
  • 4 - Bayer Scholarship
    • $500 each
  • 4 - Farm Credit Services of America Scholarship
    • $500 each
  • 4 - CHS Foundation Scholarship
    • $500 each
  • 1 - Jeff Hoffman Memorial Scholarship
    • High school senior based on an essay about how FFA has impacted their life
    • $1,000
  • 1 - Fred and Joan DeRouchey Family Scholarship
    • Awarded to a student majoring in Animal Science at SDSU
    • Amount TBD
  • 1 - District 2 Scholarship
    • Senior in high school from District 2
    • $500
  • 1 - South Dakota Nursery and Landscape Association Scholarship
    • Graduating senior that has participated in FFA and plans on majoring in Horticulture, Landscape Design, Floriculture, or Turf studies
    • Must be attending 2 or 4 year program
    • $500
  • 4 - WLC scholarships
    • $500 - aid high school members in attending the Washington Leadership Conference in Washington D.C.
    • **Has its own seperate application
  • South Dakota Ag Ed Scholarship
    • Must be planning to attend South Dakota State University to major in Agricultural Education in the fall semester of the current year.
    • **Has its own separate application
    • (1) $750 and (1) $500
  • Link to submit advisor/adult recommendation letters

Search these sites for additional scholarship opportunities that you may be eligible to apply for:​