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Yankton Sioux Tribe Higher Education Program
$1,000
The Yankton Sioux Tribe P.L. 93-638 Higher Education Program is a supplementary initiative designed to provide financial assistance to college students. However, students are urged to explore all other potential sources of financial aid, including the Pell grant (FAFSA).The deadlines for the YST - Higher Education program are as follows:FOR OFF-RESERVATION STUDENTS:July 1st - For the upcoming academic year, beginning with the Fall semester.December 1st - For new students who did not enroll in college during the Fall semester.January 1st - For students who received an award for the Fall semester, Fall semester grades and Spring semester class schedule must...
Deadline
Jan 31, 2026
The Yankton Sioux Tribe P.L. 93-638 Higher Education Program is a supplementary initiative designed to provide financial assistance to college students. However, students are urged to explore all other potential sources of financial aid, including the Pell grant (FAFSA).The deadlines for the YST - Higher Education program are as follows:FOR OFF-RESERVATION STUDENTS:July 1st - For the upcoming academic year, beginning with the Fall semester.December 1st - For new students who did not enroll in college during the Fall semester.January 1st - For students who received an award for the Fall semester, Fall semester grades and Spring semester class schedule must...
Ramia Boersma Scholarship
$750
Ramia Boersma Scholarship — Overview and Application Details Overview The South Dakota Education Association/NEA (SDEA/NEA) offers the Ramia Boersma Scholarship to promising students who intend to pursue a career in teaching. Each year the Association may grant as many as three scholarships, with each award worth $750 for the academic year. Application deadline All applications must be received by February 15. Eligibility and award types High School Seniors (four-year award) Applicants in this category should be high school seniors who plan to enroll in a South Dakota college or university and intend to enter the teaching profession. To be eligible,...
Deadline
Feb 15, 2026
Ramia Boersma Scholarship — Overview and Application Details

Overview
The South Dakota Education Association/NEA (SDEA/NEA) offers the Ramia Boersma Scholarship to promising students who intend to pursue a career in teaching. Each year the Association may grant as many as three scholarships, with each award worth $750 for the academic year.

Application deadline
All applications must be received by February 15.

Eligibility and award types

High School Seniors (four-year award)
Applicants in this category should be high school seniors who plan to enroll in a South Dakota college or university and intend to enter the teaching profession. To be eligible,...
South Dakota FB Scholarships
$1,000
Introduction South Dakota Farm Bureau supports agriculture across our state and wants to recognize young people who are committed to agriculture and life in rural communities. This scholarship is intended for students who plan to return to rural areas to live and work. Applicants may opt to be considered under either an agriculture-focused or community-focused category based on their major and experience. Eligibility - The applicant, or the applicant’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s), must be a current South Dakota Farm Bureau member and have maintained membership for at least two years. - Previous recipients are not eligible to receive this...
Deadline
Mar 01, 2026
Introduction
South Dakota Farm Bureau supports agriculture across our state and wants to recognize young people who are committed to agriculture and life in rural communities. This scholarship is intended for students who plan to return to rural areas to live and work. Applicants may opt to be considered under either an agriculture-focused or community-focused category based on their major and experience.

Eligibility
- The applicant, or the applicant’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s), must be a current South Dakota Farm Bureau member and have maintained membership for at least two years.
- Previous recipients are not eligible to receive this...
Golden West Scholarship Program
$1,000
Introduction Golden West funds scholarships to support young people from its service area as they move into higher education and future leadership roles. Program overview Each year we award more than 40 scholarships of $1,000 each to graduating high school seniors. Awards are distributed with one scholarship designated for each high school within the Golden West exchanges, plus a single at-large scholarship reserved for home-schooled students or for students who live in our service area but attend a high school that is not included in the program. How to submit your application If you are an at-large applicant, you may...
Deadline
Mar 16, 2026
Introduction
Golden West funds scholarships to support young people from its service area as they move into higher education and future leadership roles.

Program overview
Each year we award more than 40 scholarships of $1,000 each to graduating high school seniors. Awards are distributed with one scholarship designated for each high school within the Golden West exchanges, plus a single at-large scholarship reserved for home-schooled students or for students who live in our service area but attend a high school that is not included in the program.

How to submit your application
If you are an at-large applicant, you may...
SDAPHCC Educational Foundation Scholarship
$2,000
Purpose The SDAPHCC Educational Foundation awards scholarships to support individuals training for careers in the plumbing, heating, and cooling trades. The program is aimed primarily at students participating in trade-related training within South Dakota. Award Each year two scholarships of $2,000 each will be granted. Eligibility - Applicants should be planning a career in the plumbing, heating, or cooling industry. - Graduating high school seniors and non-traditional students are welcome to apply. - Part-time enrollment will be considered if the applicant provides a reasonable explanation for not attending full time. - Preference is given to candidates who are enrolled in—or...
Deadline
Apr 01, 2026
Purpose
The SDAPHCC Educational Foundation awards scholarships to support individuals training for careers in the plumbing, heating, and cooling trades. The program is aimed primarily at students participating in trade-related training within South Dakota.

Award
Each year two scholarships of $2,000 each will be granted.

Eligibility
- Applicants should be planning a career in the plumbing, heating, or cooling industry.
- Graduating high school seniors and non-traditional students are welcome to apply.
- Part-time enrollment will be considered if the applicant provides a reasonable explanation for not attending full time.
- Preference is given to candidates who are enrolled in—or...
Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarship
$1,500
Simon Youth Foundation is committed to helping students reach their educational goals by reducing financial barriers. Each year SYF aims to distribute roughly $1 million in scholarships to support post-secondary education costs. Specific awards and their dollar amounts will vary depending on available funding. Eligibility categories: - Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarships (Simon Youth Foundation): Open to high school seniors who reside near a Simon mall or in adjacent communities. - Simon Youth Academy Scholarships: Restricted to graduates of Simon Youth Academies. - Greg Saunders Legacy Program Scholarships: Available only to dependents of Simon Property Group employees. Application timeline: -...
Deadline
Feb 13, 2026
Simon Youth Foundation is committed to helping students reach their educational goals by reducing financial barriers. Each year SYF aims to distribute roughly $1 million in scholarships to support post-secondary education costs. Specific awards and their dollar amounts will vary depending on available funding.

Eligibility categories:
- Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarships (Simon Youth Foundation): Open to high school seniors who reside near a Simon mall or in adjacent communities.
- Simon Youth Academy Scholarships: Restricted to graduates of Simon Youth Academies.
- Greg Saunders Legacy Program Scholarships: Available only to dependents of Simon Property Group employees.

Application timeline:
-...
Midwest Member Chapter Scholarships
$3,000
Eligibility criteria for these scholarships include: You should either be a child of an active AIST Parent Member from the AIST Midwest Member Chapter or an AIST Student Member via the Material Advantage Student Program, attending a university within the Midwest Member Chapter region. You should be either currently enrolled or intending to enroll in a university for the upcoming fall semester at an accredited North American College or University, pursuing full-time undergraduate studies. For the application process, you are required to submit the following in pdf format: - An up-to-date resume detailing your work experience and any extracurricular activities,...
Deadline
Feb 14, 2026
Eligibility criteria for these scholarships include: You should either be a child of an active AIST Parent Member from the AIST Midwest Member Chapter or an AIST Student Member via the Material Advantage Student Program, attending a university within the Midwest Member Chapter region. You should be either currently enrolled or intending to enroll in a university for the upcoming fall semester at an accredited North American College or University, pursuing full-time undergraduate studies. For the application process, you are required to submit the following in pdf format: - An up-to-date resume detailing your work experience and any extracurricular activities,...
UMSA Foundation Scholarship Program
$3,000
Introduction The UMSA Foundation has established a scholarship program to further its work in cross-disciplinary education and collaboration. In addition to supporting organizations and professionals in security and risk fields, the Foundation is committed to investing in education. These scholarships provide financial support to help develop future leaders and strengthen our industries. Available Awards - Four (4) scholarships of $3,000 each - Eight (8) scholarships of $1,000 each Awards are intended for students in either undergraduate or graduate programs. Applicants may submit applications for more than one eligible field. Eligible Fields of Study (applicants may apply in multiple) - Business...
Deadline
Feb 28, 2026
Introduction
The UMSA Foundation has established a scholarship program to further its work in cross-disciplinary education and collaboration. In addition to supporting organizations and professionals in security and risk fields, the Foundation is committed to investing in education. These scholarships provide financial support to help develop future leaders and strengthen our industries.

Available Awards
- Four (4) scholarships of $3,000 each
- Eight (8) scholarships of $1,000 each
Awards are intended for students in either undergraduate or graduate programs. Applicants may submit applications for more than one eligible field.

Eligible Fields of Study (applicants may apply in multiple)
- Business...
Archie Motley Memorial Scholarship for Minority Students
$1,500
Purpose This scholarship aims to support minority students enrolled in graduate-level archival administration programs and to promote greater ethnic diversity within the Midwest Archives Conference (MAC) and the archival profession. Applicants will be assessed on academic promise, dedication to archival work and expanding access to archival materials, and a demonstrated commitment to serving and representing underrepresented communities. Award - Two scholarships granted each year - Each recipient receives $1,500 and a complimentary one-year MAC membership Who is eligible Applicant requirements - Self-identify as of African, Arabic, Asian, Indigenous, Pacific Islander, or Latinx descent - Currently enrolled in or accepted to...
Deadline
Mar 01, 2026
Purpose
This scholarship aims to support minority students enrolled in graduate-level archival administration programs and to promote greater ethnic diversity within the Midwest Archives Conference (MAC) and the archival profession. Applicants will be assessed on academic promise, dedication to archival work and expanding access to archival materials, and a demonstrated commitment to serving and representing underrepresented communities.

Award
- Two scholarships granted each year
- Each recipient receives $1,500 and a complimentary one-year MAC membership

Who is eligible
Applicant requirements
- Self-identify as of African, Arabic, Asian, Indigenous, Pacific Islander, or Latinx descent
- Currently enrolled in or accepted to...
Engineering/Geology Scholarship
$5,500
Eligibility - Open to students enrolled in a four-year college or university. - Applicants must be U.S. citizens and residents of one of the RMMI member states. - Candidates should be pursuing a career in the mining industry. Award - Recipients receive an all‑expenses‑paid trip to the RMMI Annual Meeting and Conference held in late June. This includes the chance to meet industry leaders and attend all technical sessions during the conference. Application instructions - Submit all required materials; incomplete applications will not be reviewed. - On a separate sheet, provide a brief autobiography (150 words maximum). Your autobiography should...
Deadline
Mar 01, 2026
Eligibility
- Open to students enrolled in a four-year college or university.
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens and residents of one of the RMMI member states.
- Candidates should be pursuing a career in the mining industry.

Award
- Recipients receive an all‑expenses‑paid trip to the RMMI Annual Meeting and Conference held in late June. This includes the chance to meet industry leaders and attend all technical sessions during the conference.

Application instructions
- Submit all required materials; incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
- On a separate sheet, provide a brief autobiography (150 words maximum). Your autobiography should...
MSSA Undergraduate Scholarship
$2,000
Overview The MSSA Undergraduate Scholarship recognizes students who have shown dedication to pursuing careers in the health and human services sector. Award amount and number MSSA will grant two (2) undergraduate scholarships, each worth $2,000. Who is eligible Only applications that satisfy every eligibility requirement will be considered. Applicants must: - Hold active MSSA membership and maintain that membership for the duration of the award period. Student membership is free; details are available on the MSSA website. - Be enrolled in an accredited degree program at a nonprofit college or university. - Be declared in a major related to health...
Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
Overview
The MSSA Undergraduate Scholarship recognizes students who have shown dedication to pursuing careers in the health and human services sector.

Award amount and number
MSSA will grant two (2) undergraduate scholarships, each worth $2,000.

Who is eligible
Only applications that satisfy every eligibility requirement will be considered. Applicants must:
- Hold active MSSA membership and maintain that membership for the duration of the award period. Student membership is free; details are available on the MSSA website.
- Be enrolled in an accredited degree program at a nonprofit college or university.
- Be declared in a major related to health...
Young Women in Public Affairs Award
$5,000
Overview Zonta’s Young Women in Leadership Award (previously called the Young Women in Public Affairs Award) honors young women aged 16–19 who have shown leadership ability and a commitment to public service and civic causes, and aims to encourage continued involvement in public and political life. History and impact Since the program began in 1990, Zonta has presented 1,165 awards, distributing a total of US$1,858,750 to 993 recipients from 60 countries. Program structure and prizes The initiative is administered at three levels: Zonta club, district and international. Zonta International provides 37 international awards, each worth US$5,000. Each district may nominate...
Deadline
Apr 01, 2026
Overview
Zonta’s Young Women in Leadership Award (previously called the Young Women in Public Affairs Award) honors young women aged 16–19 who have shown leadership ability and a commitment to public service and civic causes, and aims to encourage continued involvement in public and political life.

History and impact
Since the program began in 1990, Zonta has presented 1,165 awards, distributing a total of US$1,858,750 to 993 recipients from 60 countries.

Program structure and prizes
The initiative is administered at three levels: Zonta club, district and international. Zonta International provides 37 international awards, each worth US$5,000. Each district may nominate...