Arthur Orville Moe was born December 23, 1913 on the family farm near Renner, SD. Hew grew up in the Renner area and attended Thompson Country School. Art entered the United States Army in 1942 and served during World War II. After his discharge in 1943, he returned to the farm. He retired from John Morrell and Company after 32 years. Art established the Arthur O. Moe Scholarship to benefit graduating seniors of Baltic High School in Baltic, SD.
The Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation is proud to award more than 70 scholarships to deserving students each year. Whether you’re preparing to graduate from high school, wrapping up a general equivalency diploma, or working toward your undergraduate or graduate degree, the Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation is proud to partner with passionate donors to administer a wide variety of competitive scholarships to help you achieve your educational goals.
The scholarship application window is December 15 – March 15.
Eligibility:
- Open to Baltic High School graduating seniors
- Scholarship selection may be based on financial need
Applicable Institutions:
- ANY technical college or university
Questions:
Empowering the next generation of leaders with integrity, the BBB Student of Integrity Scholarship awards three exceptional South Dakota students with $2,000 each, thanks to support from the BBB Education Foundation.
The scholarship awards three $2,000 scholarships to be used at an accredited college or trade school of choice. Scholarships are awarded following an independent review by a panel of volunteer judges with preference given to students who qualify for free or reduced lunch and those who are first-generation college students.
Eligibility:
- Scholarship requires minimum high school GPA of 3.00 to qualify
Applicable Institutions:
- ANY technical college or university
Questions:
- Josh Planos at 800-649-6814 ext. 8526 or communications@bbbinc.org
Avera offers a sponsorship to individuals planning a career in Respiratory Therapy. $15,000 paid directly to your school, $15,000 sign-on bonus upon hire and up to $10,000 of student loan forgiveness. Individual will provide a 3-year full time work commitment to Avera. To apply, contact Avera’s Career Planning Service to inquire.
https://www.avera.org/careers/career-planning-service/
Eligibility:
- Eligible majors/fields: Respiratory Care or Respiratory Therapy
Applicable Institutions:
- ANY technical college or university
Questions:
- Pam Hilber at 6053228955 or pam.hilber@avera.org
Avera offers a sponsorship to individuals planning a career as a Medical Lab Technician in certain locations of Avera. $10,000 paid directly to your school, $10,000 sign-on bonus upon hire and up to $10,000 in student loan repayment assistance. Individuals will agree to a 3 year full-time work commitment to Avera upon graduation. Contact Avera’s Career Planning Service to inquire.
Eligibility:
- Eligible majors/fields: Respiratory Care or Respiratory Therapy
Applicable Institutions:
- ANY technical college or university
Questions:
- Pam Hilber at 605-322-8955 or pam.hilber@avera.org
Avera offers a sponsorship to individuals planning a Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) career at specific locations of Avera. $15,000 paid directly to your school, $15,000 sign-on bonus upon hire and up to $10,000 student loan repayment. Individuals will provide Avera a 3-year full time work commitment upon graduation. Contact Avera’s Career Planning Service to inquire.
Eligibility:
- Eligible majors/fields: Medical Lab Technician
Applicable Institutions:
- ANY technical college or university
Questions:
- Pam Hilber at 6053228955 or pam.hilber@avera.org
Ardell Bjugstad Scholarship Program is for Native American High School Seniors who are enrolled members of a federally recognized Indian tribe whose reservation is located in South Dakota or North Dakota. It is preferred that the student be a high school senior planning to earn a degree in agriculture or natural resources or a related field, though other majors would be accepted. Students can apply using the SD Board of Regents’ Scholarship Application Portal.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be Native American High School Seniors who are enrolled members of a federally recognized Indian tribe whose reservation is located in South Dakota or North Dakota.
- Eligible majors/fields: Agriculture or natural resources or related field (preferred)
Applicable Institutions:
- ANY technical college or university
Questions:
The Dakota Corps Scholarship was created to keep young people in South Dakota by giving students financial access to outstanding postsecondary education and encouraging them to remain in South Dakota post-graduation.
Among other requirements – Eligible students must have a 27 ACT and plan to pursue one of the established critical need areas.
Eligible Students can apply using the SD Board of Regents online Scholarship Portal.
Eligibility:
- Scholarship requires minimum ACT score of 27 and minimum high school GPA of 2.80 to qualify
- Eligible majors/fields: Select teacher majors, registered nurse, accountant/auditor, information technology, and select engineering
Applicable Institutions:
Any SOUTH DAKOTA technical college or university
Questions:
South Dakota Cattlewomen (SDCW) is dedicated to promoting the beef industry in South Dakota. SDCW will award two – $1,000 scholarships to a young person attending or planning to attend an institution of higher learning in the upcoming semester.
Applicable Institutions:
· ANY technical college or university
Questions:
· Brenda Dreyer at 6052908223 or bdreyer@midco.net
The Drug Rehab USA Mental Health Scholarship is a beacon of support for aspiring mental health professionals dedicated to making a positive impact on individuals and communities. We believe in the transformative power of education and the profound influence mental health professionals can have on the well-being of society. The Drug Rehab USA Mental Scholarship is open to students enrolled in any mental health degree program, including but not limited to psychology, counseling, social work, psychiatric nursing, and other related fields. Applicants must be committed to making a difference in the field of mental health and demonstrate a passion for improving the lives of others.
Eligibility:
- Eligible majors/fields: Psychology, Counseling, social work, psychiatric nursing and other related fields.
Applicable Institutions:
- ANY technical college or university
Questions:
- Randy Palmer at 702-343-2538 or randy@drugrehabus.org
This scholarship is for current or past residents of South Dakota or North Dakota to pursue a degree in the broad field of Forestry, including Forest Resource Management, Urban Forestry, Agro-forestry, Biology with a Forestry Emphasis, etc.
Eligibility:
· Scholarship requires minimum high school and/or college GPA of 2.50 to qualify
· Eligible majors/fields: Forestry
Applicable Institutions:
· ANY technical college or university
Questions:
· Tom Troxel at 605-390-7457 or t_troxel@hills.net
