South Dakota scholarships - Jan '25

Updated Jan 28, 2025

Apply below to the best South Dakota scholarships for January 2025.

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Stanley Moore Scholarship

Minnesota • Montana • North Dakota • South Dakota • Wisconsin • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • High school

The Stanley Moore Scholarship provides $1,500 awards to Farmers Union members and their children in five states. Essay required.

Deadline:

May 30, 2025

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Korean War Veteran Descendant - Midwestern Regional Chapter Scholarship

Military • Illinois • Indiana • Iowa • Michigan • Minnesota • Missouri • North Dakota • Ohio • South Dakota • Wisconsin • For Asian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen

Scholarship for descendants of Korean War veterans, offering $500 to $5,000 for students in the Midwest with Korean heritage.

Deadline:

June 29, 2025

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Central Chapter Scholarship

South Dakota • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • Freshmen

The Central Chapter offers two $1,000 Engineering Scholarships for South Dakota seniors attending local universities. Apply by April 8th.

Deadline:

April 8, 2025

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NIADA Regional Scholarships

Maine • Vermont • New Hampshire • Massachusetts • Connecticut • Rhode Island • New York • Pennsylvania • New Jersey • Delaware • Maryland • Virginia • West Virginia • Indiana • Ohio • Michigan • Kentucky • Tennessee • North Carolina • South Carolina • Georgia • Florida • Alabama • North Dakota • South Dakota • Minnesota • Wisconsin • Illinois • Iowa • Missouri • Kansas • Nebraska • Oklahoma • Arkansas • Louisiana • Mississippi • Texas • Washington • Oregon • California • Nevada • Idaho • Montana • Wyoming • Utah • Colorado • Arizona • New Mexico • Alaska • Hawaii • Automotive • High school • Freshmen

NIADA Regional Scholarships offer $250+ for high school seniors in specific US regions pursuing automotive careers. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

Deadline:

March 26, 2025

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First Amendment Freedoms Art & Essay Contest

Illinois • Wisconsin • Indiana • Minnesota • North Dakota • South Dakota • High school

ADL Midwest invites students to the First Amendment Freedoms Art & Essay Contest with awards up to $5,000. Open to grades 6-12.

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SDSWMA Scholarship

South Dakota • Agriculture • Chemistry • Computer Science • Education • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Science • Geological & Earth Sciences • Business Administration • Accounting • Biology • Operations Management • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The SDSWMA Scholarship awards up to $4,000 to students in South Dakota studying environmental and solid waste management fields.

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North Central Region 9 Scholarship

Iowa • Minnesota • Nebraska • North Dakota • South Dakota • Wisconsin • Michigan • Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Manufacturing/Production • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The North Central Region 9 Scholarship offers $1,000 for students pursuing degrees in engineering or technology with a 3.0 GPA.

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SEH Pathway to STEM Scholarship Program

Colorado • Minnesota • Indiana • South Dakota • Wisconsin • STEM • Geological & Earth Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Meteorology • Computer Science • Technology • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Materials Science • Industrial Engineering • Construction Engineering • Computer Engineering • Chemical Engineering • Aerospace • Electrical Engineering • Mathematics

The SEH Pathway to STEM Scholarship offers $3,000 annually for students pursuing STEM degrees at select colleges in five states.

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FAQ

Yes, there are many South Dakota scholarships that are specific to certain regions or communities within the state. Local organizations and foundations often offer scholarships to support students from their area.

To write a strong application for South Dakota scholarships, be sure to follow the instructions carefully, highlight your achievements and goals, and personalize your essays to reflect your passion and commitment. Additionally, consider using Mos to find helpful resources and tips.

It's advisable to start applying for South Dakota scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or at least a year before you plan to attend college.

Yes, you can apply for multiple South Dakota scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your education.

South Dakota scholarships can cover a variety of expenses, including tuition, fees, books, and sometimes living expenses. The specific coverage will depend on the scholarship's terms.

You can find South Dakota scholarships by searching online scholarship databases, visiting local educational institutions' financial aid offices, and checking community organizations. A great resource for finding scholarships is Mos.

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