The Bellator Titans Motorcycle Club is excited to announce the availability of a scholarship for students in need of financial assistance. Now in its 13th year, this scholarship is open to high school seniors planning to attend any SD post-secondary institution of higher learning as freshmen.
To qualify, applicants must plan to attend an in-state post-secondary school. While top academic standing is not required, the committee seeks students who are hardworking and motivated to succeed.
Eligibility Requirements:
- South Dakota Resident
- Financial Need
- High school senior going into their first year of post-secondary education in SD
- Application must be received by March 13, 2026
- Attachments Required (*Please email Only 2 PDF documents):
- First PDF Includes: Application Form, Essay Answers, Applicant’s Photo
- Second PDF Includes: Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Overview of Required Materials List
- Scholarship Application Form
- Answers to essay questions
- Photo of applicant inserted at the bottom of this PDF
- Letter of recommendation (LOR)
- Email Application to: TheTitanFoundation.TTF@gmail.com
Applicable Institutions:
Any SOUTH DAKOTA technical college or university
Contact Information:
Trevor Fitzpatrick at 605-740-0401 or thetitanfoundation.ttf@gmail.com
The AGC of SD awarded over $75,000 in 2025 for students pursuing an education in a career field directly related to the construction industry and we plan to do the same in 2026! Applicants must have a good academic standing and be committed to working in South Dakota following graduation in any construction field or for a construction related business. This includes finance, IT, HR, sales, marketing, operations, etc. AGC of SD facilitates 9 scholarship funds so applying gets you in consideration for most if not all of them. An AGC member sponsor is required but easy to get and we can help with that.
Eligibility:
- Be a high school senior or college student
- Be going into a construction-related career
- Have an AGC member sponsor
- Show financial need + involvement
- Plan to work in South Dakota
Field of Study Requirements:
Any construction field or for a construction related business, including finance, IT, HR, sales, marketing, operations, etc.
Applicable Institutions:
Any College or University
Questions:
Justin Rey at 605-941-4717 or justin@sdagc.org
The Respiratory Therapist Scholarship Program is a financial assistance program for students pursuing a health care career as a registered therapist (RT).
Through this program, tuition of current semester and future semesters (up to $40,000) will be paid directly to the lender or learning institution.
Field of Study Requirements:
Respiratory Therapy
Eligibility Requirements:
Scholarship may be awarded on Financial Need
Applicable Institutions
ANY technical college or university
Contact Information:
Resources Inbox at 605-755-5510 or resources@monument.health
The Nursing Scholarship Program is a financial assistance program for students pursuing a health care career as a registered nurse (RN).
Through this program, tuition of current semester and future semesters (up to $25,000) will be paid directly to the lender or learning institution.
Field of Study Requirements:
Nursing
Eligibility Requirements:
Scholarship may be awarded on Financial Need
Contact Information:
Resources Inbox at 6057555510 or Resources@monument.health
Boom & Bucket is offering a scholarship of $1,000 to be awarded each year to a student pursuing a heavy machinery themed program. This scholarship is available to both currently enrolled students and future students who are planning to attend a program within the next 12 months. The program can be at a college or a trade school anywhere in the United States or Canada.
TENTATIVE DEADLINE: March 31, 2025
Eligibility:
- Eligible majors/fields: Construction Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Structural Engineering
Applicable Institutions:
- ANY technical college or university
Questions:
- Josh MacDonald at 888-417-3477 or josh@boomandbuckets.com
BHSU’s Scholarships of Distinction program awards merit scholarships of $1,000 up to $4,000 per year to qualifying new undergraduate students, while funds are available. Awards are based on Unweighted high school GPA and ACT/SAT Composite Scores or a Test Optional pathway. First-time undergraduate students only (no prior attendance at any college or university, after high school graduation), and must be seeking a degree from BHSU. February 1st deadline, for the following Fall semester.
TENTATIVE DEADLINE: February 1, 2025
Eligibility:
- Scholarship requires minimum high school GPA of 3.50 to qualify
Applicable Institutions:
- Black Hills State University
Questions:
- Joe Rainboth at 605-642-6343 or Admissions@BHSU.edu
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
