Montana Scholarships for High School and College Students

Introduction The Montana 4-H Foundation supports programs that emphasize healthy living, citizenship, leadership, and science, engineering and technology, among other areas. The Foundation’s mission is to "help 4-H youth by raising private funds, managing financial resources and partnering with the MSU Extension Service to fund educational opportunities for Montana 4-H youth, volunteer leaders and staff." Purpose Through scholarships and grants, the Foundation helps youth and adults enhance their abilities and increase their positive contributions to their communities. Scholarship Announcement Recipients of Montana 4-H Foundation scholarships will be acknowledged at Montana 4-H Congress held on the MSU campus in July. Attendance...

Overview The Montana Broadcasters Association (MBA) provides multiple scholarships for students pursuing studies in broadcasting, media, advertising, engineering, journalism, or related fields. Awards are open to students enrolled at any accredited Montana state college, university, or college of technology. Some scholarships are discipline-specific (for example, broadcast journalism or broadcast engineering), while others are tied to particular institutions or geographic areas according to donor instructions. Eligibility - Open to students attending accredited two-year or four-year colleges, universities, or colleges of technology in Montana (specific awards may have additional requirements). - Individual scholarships may be restricted by field of study, year in...

Montana Health Care Association Scholarship Fund — Donald E. Pizzini Memorial Nurse Scholarships Overview The Montana Health Care Association Scholarship Fund is accepting applications for the Donald E. Pizzini Memorial Nurse Scholarships. These awards support those pursuing nursing careers or seeking to advance their nursing education, with a focus on long-term care. Who should apply - Montana college students planning a nursing career; and - Current long-term care professionals working in Montana who wish to begin or further their nursing education. Award details - Scholarship amounts: awards up to $2,500 each. - Purpose: strengthen and expand an educated nursing workforce...

Overview The 2 + 2 Honor Scholarship is an annual tuition waiver for students who earn an associate degree from a two-year campus within the Montana University System or from a Montana community college. It covers undergraduate tuition at any eligible MUS four-year campus and may be used for up to four consecutive semesters (only fall and spring semesters). What the award covers and limits - The scholarship waives undergraduate tuition only; it does not pay mandatory campus fees or course-specific fees. Students should consult their receiving campus for a list of fees not included. - This waiver cannot be...

You have a story — about persistence, service, growth, or learning — and that story can help you earn scholarship money. Scholarships are funds for college that do not need to be repaid. Use your experiences to apply; local and regional awards often offer the best odds because fewer students compete for them than for national scholarships. Montana Scholarships — Overview - We’ve assembled a collection of state, local, and selected national scholarships for Montana students. Based on years of experience helping students apply, local awards tend to be easier to win than large national scholarships due to smaller applicant...

Introduction This scholarship is intended for Montana residents who are U.S. citizens and plan to enroll in an approved vocational or technical program. Applicants must hold a supplemental high school or preparatory school level certification; however, a high school diploma or its equivalent is not required. Eligibility - Open to both men and women, evaluated equally. - Candidates may include graduating high school seniors, but the opportunity is not limited to them. Any individual seeking initial training or retraining to improve workplace competitiveness may apply. - Must be a resident of the State of Montana and a U.S. citizen. -...

Program overview The Montana STEM/Healthcare Scholarship supports Montana high school seniors who plan to pursue postsecondary education in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or healthcare fields. Its purpose is to encourage students to prepare for, enroll in, and complete STEM or healthcare credentials and to increase the number of degree-holders working in Montana. Award details This scholarship is available to graduating seniors from high schools accredited by the Montana Board of Public Education. Recipients who continue to satisfy all program conditions may receive awards over four years as follows: $1,000 in year one, $1,500 in year two, $1,500 in year three,...

Overview The MUS Honor Scholarship (MUSHS) is a renewable award available for up to four years. When used at an eligible campus, it covers the recipient’s tuition (it does not pay mandatory or class fees — students should contact their college for a list of excluded fees). At a Montana four-year campus the scholarship’s typical value is about $5,000 per year, or roughly $20,000 over four years. The Board of Regents plans to offer up to 200 MUS Honor Scholarships each year, subject to continued program funding. Awards are made in accordance with the MUSHS Eligibility and Criteria Procedures. Who...

Overview The Montana Farm Bureau Federation, with sponsorship from the MFB Women’s Leadership Committee, will award two (2) scholarships of $1,500.00 each. Who may apply - Open to both male and female students. - Eligible applicants are those pursuing accredited continuing education—this includes college, trade or technical schools, certificate programs, and other certified post-secondary education—at any level (freshman through graduate). Eligibility requirements - The applicant must be planning to attend an accredited institution. - The scholarship award must be used during the academic year in which it is granted. - The applicant must be either a current, dues-paid Montana Farm...

Introduction These scholarships are funded annually through the West Yellowstone Foundation, the Siegel Family Scholarship Fund, the Cross Charitable Foundation and other private gifts and grants. Awards are intended to help students pay for accredited programs, including: four- or five‑year college/university degrees, two‑year college degrees, trade or vocational certificate programs, and approved online courses. Award details - Up to $5,000 per year when funds are available (renewable up to four years; maximum total award up to $20,000). - Scholarships may be renewed each year for a maximum of four years of post‑secondary study (a fifth year may be approved only...

Bernard Greufe Honor Scholarship — Apply online Overview The Montana Farm Bureau Foundation presents the $1,500 Bernard Greufe Memorial Honor Scholarship to support higher education for Montana Farm Bureau members and their children. This award helps both graduating high school seniors and students already enrolled in college as they pursue a degree from an accredited institution. Recipients do not need to be studying agriculture—the scholarship is open to any course of study. Eligibility - Applicant must be a Montana Farm Bureau member or the child of a Montana Farm Bureau member. - Applicant must be a graduating high school senior...

Throughout his life, John Korsbeck was deeply immersed in agricultural activities and the rural lifestyle. His involvement with the Farmers Union and 4-H was significant, culminating in him receiving the Torchbearer award, the most prestigious honor bestowed upon young members of the Farmers Union. From 1976 to 2005, John served as an insurance agent for the Montana Farmers Union. In addition to his farming endeavors, John was a Vietnam veteran who was greatly respected and admired for his service to his country.