DHS SCHOLARSHIP LISTING
HORATION ALGER CTE SCHOLARSHIP
Receive up to $2,500 to pursue a career or technical certificate/degree. You must....
· Have completed high school or plan to complete high school by Spring 2016 with plans to enroll at a community college for the first time by fall 2016
· Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a career or technical program at an accredited non-profit community college in the United States
· Demonstrated critical financial need (must be eligible to receive the Federal Pell grant as determined by completion of the FAFSA)
· Demonstrated perseverance in overcoming adversity
· Be involved in community service activities
The application will be available March 15 – June 1, 2016 at https://scholars.horationalger.org/scholarships/about-out-scholarship-programs/technical
Seniors: The vision of North Dakota Dollars for Scholars® is to encourage postsecondary education attendance for all North Dakota students through strong Dollars for Scholars support. Our goal is to assist students, parents, counselors and North Dakota communities reach educational and funding goals. North Dakota Dollars for Scholars is a statewide chapter providing scholarships to students from Dollars for Scholars communities. Each year the organization strives to award over $100,000 to deserving students The application deadline for all North Dakota Dollars for Scholars scholarships is April 1. Additional scholarship details and the online application are available at http://northdakota.dollarsforscholars.org. To apply, students must create a profile in the online student center which allows them to be matched to scholarships based on their personal information. Students will also be able to use this profile to find other scholarship opportunities from their local chapter as well as North Dakota Dollars for Scholars and the national organization. For more information, contact Laura Fiedler at 701.328.5702 or 701.425.1585 All graduating seniors planning to attend a college/university or vocational/technical school are encouraged to apply. Access: northdakota.dollarsforscholars.org. Seniors that have volunteered for Dickinson Dollars for Scholars will receive preference (volunteer opportunities: involvement with Dickinson Dollars for Scholars Raffle, giftwrapping at the Optimist Booth during the holidays, and assisting with 3 on 3 Hoopfest Basketball Tournament)
Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program
Dickinson State University awards recipients of this scholarship of $3,000 per academic year for up to four years. Incoming freshman to DSU must have a high school GPA of 3.5 or higher and/or an ACT score of 26 or higher. Applicants must include a resume of extracurricular activities that highlights leadership positions held and write a two to three page and include two letters of recommendation with their applications. Pick up an application with any counselor. Deadline to apply is April 15.
Dr. Henry A. Springer Scholarship-SENIORS
This scholarship was established for students planning to attend a vocational college or 4 year university by a medical doctor from Dickinson, ND. Over 20 $1,000 one time awards will be given to students at both Dickinson High School and Trinity. The scholarship is based primarily on financial need for strong academic students who have applied and been accepted to either a college or university. Parents will need to provide verification of their adjusted gross income from the first page of the 2015 completed tax form. All information is completely confidential. Pick up an application with any counselor or download and complete the application from the Dr. Henry Springer Scholarship online. Deadline to apply is April 1, 2016.
Reuben T. Guenther Scholarship-SENIORS
Students who plan to enroll full-time in a career and technical education program of two years or less are eligible to apply for one of two one time $350 dollar scholarships that will be awarded in May 2016. Applicants must also complete at least one or more career and technical education courses between grades 9 and 12. Pick up the eligibility requirements from any counselor and apply online at https://www.nd.gov/cte/students/RTGScholarship.html Deadline to apply is April 1, 2016.
Jack Carlson Memorial Scholarship-SENIORS
Students who have made plans to further their education after graduating from DHS are eligible to apply for this $1,000 one time scholarship. Applicants must complete an application and answer essay questions. Pick up an application with a counselor. This scholarship will be awarded at the Spring Sports Award Program. Application deadline is April 1, 2016.
Nancy Joy Sjursen Music Scholarship-SENIORS
This memorial scholarship was set up by friends and family members to honor Nancy's love of music. One $275 one time scholarship will be awarded to a deserving senior DHS to continue Nancy's love of music. Applications can be picked up with any counselor. Deadline to apply is April 1, 2016.
George Frenzel Memorial Scholarship-SENIORS
Students who plan to attend a vocational college are eligible to apply for a one time scholarship award of $2500.00. Applicants must complete the application form with two essay questions and submit them to the DHS counselors'. Deadline to apply is April 1, 2015.
Farm Credit Services of North Dakota
Seniors who plan to pursue an agricultural career or whose family is actively farming or ranching are eligible to apply for one of ten $1,000 scholarships. Pick up an application with any counselor or online at www.farmcreditmandan.com or www.farmcredit.com Call 1-800-264-1265 or 701-852-1265 with any questions or concerns.
NDSU CULTURAL DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
This award covers the full North Dakota rate of Base Tuition at NDSU for 5 years. This award is to provide opportunities to students defined as traditionally underrepresented according to ethnicity and cultural background as defined by the US government with special attention given to financial need, first-generation college students and single parents. Applicants must apply for admission at NDSU and also complete a separate application for the CDTD. Students must complete the FAFSA error free to NDSU by March 1, 2016 and submit the CDTD application by April 1st, 2016 to be considered for the award. More information about the award can be found at https://www.ndsu.edu/admission/diverse/culturaldiversitytuitiondiscount/
JULIE BUXA HEALTH SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP ($250)
Seniors who have taken a Health Science (Careers) Class are eligible to apply. Awarding of the scholarship will be based on interest in a health science career, college aspirations, school activities, leadership activities, community participation and ability to overcome obstacles, financial need, grades and letter of application. Apply on-line at http://form.jotform.us/form/42684754920159 . Deadline to apply is March 31, 2016.
Real Deal Scholarship-Bank of ND
Seniors may apply at http://eforms.nd.gov/lfserver/SFN60201 This is a short essay application. Each month the Bank of ND draws eight names statewide and those students receive a $500 after the committee checks and verifies the application that was submitted. At the end of the drawings those students who have been awarded a $500 scholarship will also have the opportunity to apply for a $3,000 scholarship. Deadline to apply is March 31, 2016
ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS of NORTH DAKOTA:
Applications available at: www.agcnd.org or email
Available to those seniors pursuing a career in the exciting and rewarding field of construction.
$1500.00 Scholarships available at North Dakota State University
*Construction Management
*Construction Engineering
*Program info: www.ndsu.edu/ndsu/cme/programs.html
$750.00 Scholarships available at Bismarck State College
*Construction Technology
*Welding Technology
*Other Construction Related Majors
*Program info: www.bismarckstate.com/academics
North Dakota State College of Science
*Construction Management Technology, Land Surveying and Civil Engineering Technology, Building Construction Technology, Architectural Drafting & Estimating Technology, Diesel Technology, and Welding Technology
*Program info: www.ndscs.nodak.edu/academics
Due: May 2, 2016
North Dakota Indian Scholarship Board
This scholarship is for Indian students who qualify by demonstrating academic merit or financial need. Funding for this scholarship is limited and is on a first-come-first served basis. Annual awards may be up to $2,000 per recipient. The application can be found at http://ndus.edu/students/paying-for-college/grants-scholarships/#NDUS or stop in with any counselor. Deadline to apply is July 15, 2016.
ND Notice of Apprenticeship-ND Construction Craft Laborers'
Apprentices need to be 18 years old and physically able to perform the work. Apprentices upon beginning work must become a member of and maintain membership in good standing in the Laborers International Union pursuant to the governing Collective Bargaining Agreement. Interested applicants must have secured, as a sponsor, an Employer who has provided to the JATC a written notice which states that the applicant has been hired or that the Employer intends to promptly hire the applicant. For more information contact toll free (888)758-6466 or email www.Ltcmn.org
In-State Angels
This program helps students reliably earn in-state tuition at universities all over the country. In-State-Angels have saved students over 4.25 million dollars in tuition since 2011. Average yearly savings range from $10,000 to $20,000 per year depending on the university. For more information contact Jake Wells, Founder at or call 303-495-7582 x719. The mailing address for In-State-Angels is 2515 Broadway Street, Boulder, CO 80304.
BND College Planning Center's College Corner is now available to view in our digital format on your iPhone, iPad or other mobile device and also download in PDF.
http://1.usa.gov/15QxvM3 - Digital College Corner
http://1.usa.gov/1CILQaO - PDF College Corner
ND Individual Development Accounts
This community action program is a special savings program for limited income families and individuals. Applicants must be employed, have a present and past employment history and meet the income guidelines. This savings results in a dollar saved is two dollars earned. For more information contact: Sandy Baer,Community Action Partnership at 701-227-0131 to request an application.
SHEET METAL WORKER'S CONSOLIDATED JOINT APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
Seniors who are interested in a sheet metal apprenticeship program should contact Kumiko Glover, Information Manager at 651-779-6264. Applicants must be 18 and graduated from high school and must be physically fit and able to do the job.
ELECTRICAL APPRENTICESHIP AND TRAINING COMMITTEE
Electrical apprenticeships are offered through this Dakotas and Western Minnesota areawide joint electrical apprenticeship and training committee. For questions contact Jamie Helgeson, Directory at 701-297-5934 or email Must be 18 years of age to apply.
WELLS FARGO SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP
Seniors, enroll at wellsfargo.com/college steps and you’ll automatically be entered in the CollegeSTEPS Sweepstakes to win a $5,000 scholarship. No purchase is necessary.
QUESTBRIDGE
Seniors with high academic achievement who live in households with income of less than $60,000 and limited assets are eligible to apply. Specific eligibility for students includes that they must be in the top 5 - 10% of their class, have a score above a 27 on their ACT, must be in the 1st generation in their family going to college and are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Apply online at www.questbridge.org. Call 1-888-275-2054 with questions.
University/College Freshman Scholarships
Seniors - During the application process to the college/university that you want to attend, make sure that you do the online or paper applications for the freshman scholarships. Oftentimes, you can get large scholarships that are renewable to the school you are attending.
Alert Magazine
Seniors with a GPA of 2.5 who are planning to attend college are eligible to apply. There is no application or deadline with this $500 scholarship. Write a 650-800 word essay about a personal encounter you or someone you know has had with drug and/or alcohol abuse. Discuss how it was dealt with, what was learned and what was right or wrong with the way the incident or problem was handled. Essays must include transcripts, a photo and be typed with double-spacing. Mail all information to:
Alert Magazine, Attn: Scholarship
PO Box 4833
Boise, Idaho 83711
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$2 Million Available! 1 Application, Multiple Opportunities! 1 in 5 Students who apply obtain scholarships. Visit www.FFA.org/scholarships to learn more and apply online! It's that easy!
COLLEGE SAVE
Go to www.collegesave4u.com to register and jumpstart your college savings or those savings for a loved one. Learn about your college savings plan, earnings growing tax free, contributions being tax deductible, fee waivers, etc. For more information Bank of ND, at 1-701-328-5763.
Generation Ali Global Citizenship Scholarship
The Generation Ali Global Citizenship Scholarship Program, sponsored by The Muhammad Ali Center, is offering scholarships inspired by Muhammad Ali’s six core principles: Confidence, Conviction, Dedication, Giving, Respect, and Spirituality. This scholarship program encourages the pursuit of greatness through education.
The program is open to high school seniors or graduates or post-secondary students. Students outside the United States must be in their final year of upper or higher secondary school or be a current undergraduate student attending school in the United States. Students must plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school in the United States for the entire 2014-2015 academic year.
Up to fifteen (15) scholarships of $10,000 will be awarded to students around the world. For a full list of eligibility requirements and to apply, visit www.scholarshipamerica.org/generationali.
THE CHRISTIAN CONNECTOR
The Christian Connector provides a FREE Christian college information service as well as a $2,500 Christian college scholarship drawing. Students can log onto www.ChristianConnector.com to request information and be entered in the scholarship drawing. Students who want to attend a Christian college or university may also do scholarship and college searches on this website.
SHEET METAL WORKER APPRENTICESHIP
Interested seniors must meet the physical requirements to perform the work of the trade, and may be subject to a medical examination on acceptance into the program and prior to being employed. Interested students should contact Kumiko Glover, Information Manager at or call 651-779-6264.
BOILERMAKERS APPRENTICESHIP
The Great Lakes Area Boilermakers Apprenticeship Program applications are being accepted in a number of locations. The third Tuesday of every month from 9:00AM to 11:00AM applications are being accepted at Local #647, 3400 42nd Street, NW, Mandan, ND 58554. Contact any counselor for other dates and locations in Fargo, South Dakota and Minnesota. Applicants who have a welding certification or welding training qualifications will have priority selection over applicants with no welding qualifications. Applicants must provide a copy and proof of welding certification or welding training qualification at the time of application.
NDSCS-Educating the Electrical Industry
This year our department has about $50,000 in scholarships for those interested in pursuing a career in the electrical industry. In addition, they have $10,000 in available scholarships thru STEMS. This would be for those students interested in a career in automation/robotics. For more information stop in with any counselor or contact John Travis at NDSCS.