Student Type: Traditional Freshman

CHS Scholarship

The CHS Scholarship at Mitchell Technical College provides financial assistance to both incoming and current students (1st and 2nd year students) pursuing agricultural-related degrees.

 

Eligibility:

  • Must complete the Mitchell Tech scholarship application
  • Must be enrolled in either the Precision Ag Technology, Animal Science, Ag Business, or Agronomy programs

 

Applicable Institutions:

MTC

 

Questions:

Robin Jacobsen

605.995.7144

robin.jacobsen@mitchelltech.edu

Otter Tail Power Company Scholarship

Otter Tail Power Company provides Mitchell Technical College students scholarship opportunities and is an excellent industry partner for the institution providing valuable information and guidance for their programs.

 

Eligibility:

  • Must be enrolled full time in the Powerline Construction & Maintenance, Electrical Construction & Substation or Wind Turbine Technology program
  • Must maintain a GPA 2.0 or higher
  • Must complete the MTC Foundation Online scholarship application
  • Must be from an Otter Tail Power Company Service Area

 

Applicable Institutions:

MTC

 

Questions:

Robin Jacobsen

605.995.7144

robin.jacobsen@mitchelltech.edu

Northwestern Energy Scholarship

Northwestern Energy has been an active supporter of Mitchell Technical College through donations of scholarship funds and equipment since 2003. These scholarships are awarded to full-time students enrolled in energy related programs who maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

 

Eligibility:

  • Applicants can be first- or second-year students currently enrolled full-time in the following programs: Electrical Construction and Maintenance Power Line Construction and Maintenance SCADA Wind Turbine Technology – 2 year Natural Gas Technology
  • Applicant must complete the MTC online application and submit references if required during the open application periods as instructed to be eligible for this scholarship
  • Applicant must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above

 

Applicable Institutions:

MTC

 

Questions:

Robin Jacobsen

605.995.7144

robin.jacobsen@mitchelltech.edu

Xcel Energy Scholarship

Xcel Energy began offering scholarships to students in energy related programs since 2002. Xcel is a longtime supporter of Mitchell Technical College energy programs and has provided much needed equipment and curriculum support over the years. The scholarships are awarded to full-time students enrolled in energy related programs.

 

Eligibility:

  • Applicants must be first- or second-year students currently enrolled full-time in the following programs: Power Line Electrical Utilities and Substation Automation Controls/SCADA Wind Turbine Technology
  • Applicant must complete the MTC Current Student online application during the open application period as instructed to be eligible for this scholarship.

 

Applicable Institutions:

MTC

 

Questions:

Robin Jacobsen

605.995.7144

robin.jacobsen@mitchelltech.edu

Elma and Dolores Haver Scholarship

The Elma and Dolores Haver Scholarship is a full-ride award given annually to one outstanding high school senior enrolling at South Dakota State University (SDSU).

 

Eligibility:

  • Awarded annually to one outstanding high school senior based on academics.
  • Students must be a first-time, full-time student enrolling in any major.
  • Preference will be given to students from the Irene-Wakonda School District.
  • Students must have a high school cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher, a 22 or higher ACT composite or superscore (or SAT equivalent) and demonstrate financial need based on the FAFSA application.
  • Students will be selected through a competitive interview selection process.

 

Applicable Institutions:

SDSU

 

Questions:

Lisa Schramm

605-688-4121

lisa.schramm@sdstate.edu

J&J Sisco Scholarship (Beca J&J Sisco)

The J&J Sisco Scholarship (Beca J&J Sisco) is a renewable tuition and fees scholarship for incoming students at South Dakota State University (SDSU) who have strong ties to Mexico and its culture.

 

Eligibility:

  • A student or their immediate family member that has lived in Mexico
  • A student that has knowledge of the Spanish language
  • A student that has knowledge of Mexican culture
  • A student demonstrating financial need
  • Is an incoming first-time or transfer student.
  • First preference shall be given to a first-generation student who meets the above criteria.
  • Students will be chosen through a selection process that could include an interview

 

Applicable Institutions:

SDSU

 

Questions:

Lisa Schramm

605-688-4121

lisa.schramm@sdstate.edu

Klingbeil Scholarship

The Klingbeil Scholarship is a competitive award for outstanding high school seniors planning to major in agriculture-related fields at South Dakota State University (SDSU).

 

Eligibility:

  • Awarded to outstanding high school seniors based on academic and extracurricular activities.
  • Students must major in agricultural systems technology, agronomy or precision agriculture.
  • Students are chosen through a competitive selection process that could include an interview.
  • At a minimum, students selected for consideration must have a 22 or higher ACT composite or superscore (or SAT equivalent) or have a GPA of 3.5 or higher and have extensive leadership and extracurricular involvement.

 

Applicable Institutions:

SDSU

 

Questions:

Lisa Schramm

605-688-4121

lisa.schramm@sdstate.edu

Schellpeper Family Scholarship

The Schellpeper Family Scholarship is a progressive, multi-year award for outstanding high school seniors pursuing health science majors at South Dakota State University (SDSU).

 

Eligibility:

  • Awarded to outstanding high school seniors each year based on GPA and extracurricular activities.
  • Students must major in a health science career field.
  • At a minimum, students selected must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and have extensive leadership and extracurricular involvement.

 

Award Breakdown

Progressive amount — $2,000 first year, $3,000 second year, $4,000 third year and $5,000 fourth year for a total of $14,000.

 

Applicable Institutions:

SDSU

 

Questions:

Lisa Schramm

605-688-4121

lisa.schramm@sdstate.edu

Wokini Scholarship

The Wokini Scholarship at South Dakota State University (SDSU) provides financial support and holistic resources for tribally enrolled Native American students, offering up to $5,000 per year for five years.

 

Eligibility:

Students who are tribally enrolled in a federally recognized tribe in the United States, including Alaskan Natives, are eligible for the Wokini scholarship.

 

Applicable Institutions:

SDSU

 

Questions:

Lisa Schramm

605-688-4121

lisa.schramm@sdstate.edu

Hatterscheidt Scholarship

The Hatterscheidt Scholarship is a one-year, $2,500 award for South Dakota high school seniors attending South Dakota State University (SDSU), based on financial need and academic achievement.

 

Eligibility:

  • Must be a South Dakota Resident; graduating from a SD high school or home school.
  • Must show financial need and must apply for Federal Student Aid.
  • Must have average minimum high school GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Home school student must have a minimum ACT score of 18 or SAT of 960.
  • Must be admitted to South Dakota State University for fall semester following graduation.
  • Must plan to be a full time, main campus student planning to take a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester.

 

Applicable Institutions:

SDSU

 

Questions:

Lisa Schramm

605-688-4121

lisa.schramm@sdstate.edu