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Scholarships for the Class of 2026!
Added 3/12/2026
Montana Association of Secondary School Principal’s (MASSP)
Region 1 Scholarship
This is $250 available to a graduating senior. Check your Mission student email for the application, sent from Mr. Hendrickson, or see Ms. Redmond or Mrs. Keast for a paper copy.
Deadline: April 29, 2026
Rhino Roofing believes in investing in the future of our communities. We are excited to award seven individual $1,000 scholarships to qualifying 2025 graduating high school seniors from Flathead, Lake, Missoula, or Ravalli Counties in Montana.
The recipients must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. This scholarship may be used toward tuition, books, or expenses at any accredited college or trade school.
Deadline: April 6, 2026
Added 3/11/2026
P.E.O. LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP
This local scholarship is open to high school senior females furthering their education. Please see Ms. Redmond or Mrs. Keast for the application QR Code.
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT: $500.00
Deadline: April 20, 2026
Added 2/26/2026
Naett P. Sharp Scholarship
This $500 scholarship is to be provided to an individual who demonstrates the ability and desire to be successful. The student may or may not be successful in school, but they will graduate from high school and pursue either post secondary education, technical skills training, enrollment in an apprenticeship program or begin a new business venture. High school GPA and class rank are not considered with the application. This is an essay driven award.
Deadline: to Ms. Redmond by 3:40 p.m. on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Added 2/24/2026
Rocky Mountain Twist/Jore Corp Scholarship
Rocky Mountain Twist will be awarding up to $500 scholarships to selected graduating seniors in Lake County.
Must have a 2.75 GPA
Must be attending a 2 year or 4 year school after graduation, or accredited certification program
Must be a Lake County resident
See Ms. Redmond or Mrs. Keast for the application
Deadline: April 15, 2026
Added 2/10/2026
St. Ignatius Volunteer Firefighter Auxiliary
Scholarship Application
The St. Ignatius Volunteer Firefighter Auxiliary awards one (1) $2,000 individual Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to an individual that believes in helping and giving back to the community in which they live. This scholarship is open to anyone attending an accredited college or vocational school.
Application Criteria:
Live within the St. Ignatius Volunteer Fire Department district.
Documentation of at least 50 hours of community service.
Proof of acceptance to an accredited college or vocational school.
500-word essay, prompt and application available from Ms. Redmond and Mrs. Keast
Deadline: April 14, 2026 to Ms. Redmond
Added 2/6/2026
The American Indian College Fund (the College Fund)
Scholarships to graduating American Indian and Alaska Native high school students that plan to pursue certificate or undergraduate programs at a Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCU) or an accredited non-profit college or university in the U.S.
Applicants only need to submit one application every year to be considered for the College Fund’s portfolio of scholarships. Award amounts vary but average between $2,000 to $3,000.
Documentation Needed to Apply
Before you begin your scholarship application, we encourage you to gather the following:
Digital photo – a headshot or photograph of yourself,
Academic records – an unofficial copy of your most recent transcript,
Tribal affiliation – if you are an enrolled member of a federally or state-recognized tribe, you will need to provide a copy of your tribal ID (or CIB). If you are a descendant, you will need to provide a copy of your parent’s (or grandparent’s) tribal ID and birth certificate(s) showing your relationship to the enrolled member.
Deadline: May 31, 2026
Added 2/5/2026
St. Luke Healthcare "Rosemary Miller Memorial College Scholarship"
Eligibility: GPA 3.0 or higher
Award Amount: $500, paid as $250/equal parts for 2 semesters
Application Deadline: April 17, 2026
Application available from Mrs. Keast or Ms. Redmond!
Added 2/3/2026
Logan Health's "Healthy Futures Scholarships"
The Healthy Futures Scholarship aims to support the aspirations of high school graduates who are pursuing further studies in healthcare-related fields. We understand the importance of fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals, and we believe that education is a key step towards building a healthier future for our communities.
Award Amount: $1,000 per Scholarship
Once the Healthier Futures Scholarship recipients are selected, we will notify you of the selected students and scholarship funds will be distributed directly to their respective educational institutions financial office.
Application Deadline: April 3, 2026 @ 4pm MST
Indian Impact Schools of Montana
Tuition Scholarship Program
Eligibility: Students from Indian Impact Schools of Montana member school districts are allowed to apply for one of six $2,000 awards. The following guidelines apply:
Applicants must be graduating high school from an IISM member school district in the year that they apply for the scholarship award. (Mission IS an IISM district)
Applicants must be attending an accredited college/university or trade school program.
Review Process: Applications will be sent to three appointed IISM Board members for review and final determination of awards. Awardees will be notified by April 24th, 2026. Announcement of awards will be made to the public via local newspaper, school website and IISM website. By applying for this scholarship, permission is given for IISM to use the awardees name, award amount and school district in the public announcement.
A letter of acceptance from awardee is required before funds are released. Award funds will be sent directly to awardees' school of choice.
Application Deadline: March 20th, 2026.
See Mrs. Keast or Ms. Redmond for the online application link and essay questions.
Added 1/23/2026 - NOT available online! Must pick up from Mrs. Keast or Ms. Redmond!
2026 KEN ROHRENBACH SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
The Lake County Job Service Employers’ Committee (JSEC) will provide a $1,000
scholarship to a graduating high school senior. The scholarship will be awarded by the end of May each year.
ELIGIBILITY:
1. Must be a 2026 graduate of a high school or home school in Lake County.
2. Must intend to enroll in a post high school education program. It is the intention of Lake County Job Service Employers’ Committee that the funds be used for purchase of educational supplies or to assist with tuition.
3. Selection will be based upon financial need, GPA, record of community service, and evidence of determination and potential to succeed in a higher education program in a career field after completing college or trade school. Your academic achievement in high school will be considered not by GPA alone, but by the number and level of subjects taken.
Deadline: March 13, 2026
Mission Valley Masonic Scholarship Fund
Two scholarships, one in the amount of $7500 and the other in the amount of $5000, will be awarded to graduating high school seniors from each of the five public high schools in the Mission Valley. These scholarships are made available from a fund established by Mission Valley Lodge #78 to#78, AF & AM, recognize the legacy of the three Masonic Lodges established in the Mission Valley that combined to form Mission Valley Lodge #78-Polson Lodge #78, Flathead Lodge #112 St. Ignatius and Ronan Lodge #131.
Applicants who have demonstrated good work ethics, good grades, community involvement, a financial need (but having worked to provide some of the funding themselves), pursuing a career in fields such as medical, finance, engineering, construction, or trades rather than the more liberal arts areas will receive priority. Technical school applicants are encouraged since building and construction are historically associated with Masonic history. The intent is not to necessarily select the applicant with the highest GPA.
Deadline: To Ms. Redmond by April 10, 2026
Northwest Montana United Way
2026 Workforce Development Scholarship
Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to qualified individuals pursuing a career in any of the following fields: Construction, Plumbing, Electrical, Automotive, Industrial, Manufacturing, Welding or other similar positions.
Eligibility:
Open to 2026 High School Graduates
Be a permanent resident of one of our five service area counties: Flathead, Glacier, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders
Must have plans to pursue work in the above industries in one of our service areas
Must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA
Must provide two letters of recommendations, one of which must be a high school level teacher. The other recommendation must come from an individual who can recommend you based on your work ethic through employment, athletics, volunteerism or family support.
Scholarship #1 – Educational Advancement within the Trades
$500 towards tuition and/or supplies to a vocational college or training program. Program must be accredited. Example) FVCC’s Welding and Fabrication Technology, CAS Scholarship will be paid directly to the institute, where you are enrolled, in Fall 2025
Scholarship #2 – Trade Tools/Equipment Set-up
$500 towards necessary tools, supplies and equipment required to begin an entry level position in the trade of choice. Example). Tool belt, tools and steel toed shoes.
Deadline: April 3, 2026
Added 1/23/2026
For over 30 years, the NILE (Northern International Livestock Exposition) has awarded scholarships to deserving FFA and 4-H students who have been leaders in their respective programs, excelled in the classroom, participated in NILE events and are actively involved in their communities.
Various Scholarships: $500-$4,000
Deadlines: March 1, 2026
Minimum scholarship award is $1,000. The awarding of Premier $2,500 Scholarships is considered by our Education Committee as annual applications are reviewed and donor support is secured.
Applications are open to graduating seniors currently attending high school in Lake, Missoula or Ravalli County who intend to pursue a human related, healthcare career in the following areas:
MEDICINE (excludes animals): Physician, Dentist or other medical degree
NURSING: LPN, RN, NP, PA
OTHER HEALTH-RELATED (Human) FIELD: medical technology, radiology, clinical laboratory, medical records, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, audiology therapy, pharmacy, social work, clinical psychology or other medical/technical fields.
A 3.0 GPA is required for all students applying.
Students must have applied, or be in the process of applying, to an accredited college, university, or post-secondary school, whether in Montana or out-of-state.
Deadline: March 12, 2026 at 5:00pm.
George M. Harris and Faye Taber Harris Scholarship
Opens Jan. 29, 2026
Amount $$$ Varies
Eligibility:
Be high school seniors or graduates of a high school in Montana.
Be in good academic standing.
Be planning to attend full-time an accredited two-year or four-year college, university,
school of business or school of nursing located in the United States.
Additional Desired Qualifications
Demonstration of financial need.
Deadline: March 30, 2026
The Montana Grain Growers Association
$500 and $1,000 Scholarships
Montana high school or college student majoring in a degree that will impact rural communities
$5,000 Scholarship
Montana residents, juniors and seniors in college, in an agricultural degree (agribusiness, horticulture, agricultural education, agricultural science, agronomy, agricultural communication, crop science)
Deadline: February 1, 2026
It's Scholarship Time! One Application, Multiple Scholarships.
$2,000 Reach Higher Montana Scholarship (50) (Seniors)
$2,000 Carl Valvoda Scholarship (1) (Seniors-College)
$1,000 Bridging the Gap Scholarship (1+) (Seniors-College)
$100-$2,000 Montana FFA Foundation Scholarships (34+) (Seniors-College)
$2,000 Horse Creek Scholarship (6) (Seniors-College)
$1,000 Odd Fellows and Rebekah's Scholarship (3+) (Seniors-College)
$1,250 Gilman Family Scholarship (2) (College)
$2,000 Kelly Kuntz Scholarship (1) (College)
Varies - Agri Industries Scholarship (Seniors)
Varies - Kid's Chance of Montana Scholarship (Multiple) (Seniors-College)
$1,000-$3,000 - Angel Fund Scholarship (1+) (Seniors)
$1,500 - Rotary of Helena Scholarship (1+) (Seniors)
Eligibility varies for each scholarship; learn more about eligibility and FAQs.
Added 12/26/2025
Stossel in the Classroom Scholarship
Each year, middle and high school students have the chance to make their case on big ideas — and compete for cash prizes. This year, we award over $12,000 to students.
Eligibility & Divisions
Middle School Division: Grades 5-8
High School Division: Grades 9-12
Residency: U.S., Canada, or U.S. military address
Note: Students who enter the AI Challenge are not eligible to enter the current Essay Contest.
Student Awards for Each Division
First Place: $2,500
Second Place: $1,000
Third Place: $500
Five Finalists: $200 each
Five Semi-Finalists: $100 each15
Honorable Mentions: $50 each
Essay Requirements
Length: 500-1,000 words
Topic: Must address one of the four prompts
Originality: Essays must be students’ own work. Plagiarism or AI-generated content will be disqualified.
Interview: Students whose submissions reach the final phase of judging must take part in brief remote interviews to discuss their essays. Students must have some availability during the week of May 17-23.
Submission Deadline: March 13, 2026 by 11:59PM ET
The Connex Foundation will award scholarships up to $5,000 each in 2026 to individuals pursuing a career in the skilled trades (example: electrical, plumbing, welding, HVAC/R, carpentry), construction and/or facility management industry. The scholarships will be awarded to deserving Canadian individuals and deserving U.S. individuals.
Scholarship Criteria
Be a United States or Canadian citizen or permanent legal resident
At a minimum, a graduating high school senior or equivalent (GED)
Plan to enroll as a full-time student
Have a cumulative unweighted GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent Canadian grade-point scale)
Have a history of active involvement in extra-curricular activities, community service, or work experience
Deadline: 11:59PM CT, Sunday, February 15, 2026.
Persons of at least one-fourth (1/4) degree Indian blood or are enrolled members of a state recognized or federally recognized Indian tribe which is located within the boundaries of the State of Montana may be eligible for a waiver upon demonstration of financial need. "Financial need" is defined as having at least one dollar of remaining need after subtracting Student Aid Index, all Title IV grant aid and institutional aid from the cost of attendance. Duplication of tuition designated awards is not allowed.
The AFT Robert G. Porter Scholars Program for high school students is open to graduating high school seniors. Applicants must have at least one parent or legal guardian who is an AFT member. Awards are based on academic achievement, commitment to community services and school-related activities, demonstration of leadership, work experience, recommendations, special talents and skills, an essay and a commitment to advancing the interests of working people and building unions. The $8,000 scholarship award is paid out over a four- to six-year period, depending on the length of time the recipient will use to obtain a degree. Customarily, the scholarship is paid out through four $2,000 annual payments to the recipient and/or the higher education institution attended by the recipient.
Opening January 1! This is a HUGE listing of scholarships! You can search statewide or by Lake County and go from there. AMAZING RESOURCE! TONS of MONEY!
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Added 12/8/2025
United States JCI Senate Foundation
Vocational/Technical/Trade School
Scholarship grants in the amount of $1,000 will be awarded to graduating high school seniors in the United States, who will continue their education at an accredited school offering vocational, technical, or trade programs within the United States
Eligibility:
Graduating high school seniors in the United States, who reside in a state that has an active JCI Senate program and a scholarship chairperson.
Check www.usjcisenate.org under the scholarship tab for a listing of participating states. If your state is not listed, you are not eligible to apply.
STUDENTS MUST HAVE A GPA OF 3.25 AND ABOVE TO BE CONSIDERED.
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this scholarship.
Awards: $1,000
Deadline: Postmarked by Jan. 12, 2026
United States JCI Senate Foundation
College/University Scholarship Application
Scholarship grants in amounts of $1,500 or $2000 will be awarded to graduating high school seniors in the United States, who plan to continue their education at an accredited post-secondary college or university within the United States.
Eligibility:
Graduating high school seniors in the United States, who reside in a state that has an active JCI Senate program and a scholarship chairperson.
Check www.usjcisenate.org under the scholarship tab for a listing of participating states. If your state is not listed, you are not eligible to apply.
STUDENTS MUST HAVE A GPA OF 3.75 AND ABOVE TO BE CONSIDERED.
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this scholarship.
Award: $1,000-$2,000
Deadline: Postmarked by Jan. 12, 2026
Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships
TONS of different scholarships! Not only for females, not only for members or relatives of DAR members, and with many opportunities for specific groups such as an American Indian Scholarship and for students pursuing many different careers!
DAR awards scholarships for students pursuing an education in history, economics, law, political science, medicine, nursing, occupational and physical therapy, elementary and secondary education, chemistry, math, science and English.
Various awards: $1,500-$5,000
Deadline: Jan. 31, 2026
Undergraduate Cobell Scholarship
Opens December 15!
The Undergraduate Cobell Scholarship is designed to support:
Enrolled members of U.S. Federally-recognized Tribes. A dropdown list of U.S. Federally-recognized tribes is provided in the system; and,
Pursuing a bachelor’s (BA or BS) degree (also known as a 4-year degree) while attending a nonprofit public or private *institution; or,
Pursuing an associate of arts (AA) degree (also known as a 2-year degree) while attending a nonprofit public or private *institution.
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Montana Clerk & Recorder Scholarship
$1,000 (two scholarships will be awarded in Montana)
Deadline: RECEIVED in the Clerk's office by March 13, 2026 (mailed, faxed, or delivered in person)
Alcohol Responsibility Matters Scholarship Opportunity!
Cannabis and Alcohol Regulation Division (CARD) will award five (5) one-time, $2,000 scholarships to Montana high school seniors graduating
in 2026 who:
• Create an original design, and
• Write a brief paragraph explaining how their design answers the question:
“What does Alcohol Responsibility Matters mean to you and your community?”
Deadline: January 25, 2026
Added 12/1/2025
The NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund
The 2025 Youth Essay Content theme is "What Does The Second Amendment Mean to You?" Essays will be judged in two categories: Senior (grades 9-12) and junior (grades 8 and below), with separate cash prizes awarded to the winners in each category. First place cash prizes are $1,000, $600 for second place, $200 for third place, and $100 for fourth place.
Deadline: December 31, 2025
Added 11/25/2025
Horatio Alger Montana Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Opens Dec. 1! The program, administered by the Horatio Alger Association, is specifically for students who have confronted and overcome adversity in their young lives. Students from across Montana will be selected to each receive a $15,000 scholarship and have the honor of being named as a Horatio Alger Montana Scholar.
Scholarships can be utilized to pursue higher education at the University of Montana, Montana State University, or one of their affiliates:
University of Montana Western
Missoula College – University of Montana
Helena College – University of Montana
Montana Technological University in Butte
Montana State University Billings
Montana State University Northern
Great Falls College – Montana State University
Deadline: February 15, 2026
Sandpiper Art Gallery and Gifts
Last year 4 scholarships worth $5000 were awarded to deserving students from Lake/Sanders county.
Must major in an art field.
See Mrs. Keast for an application!
Deadline: March 31, 2026
Have you completed 100 hours of community service in the last 365 days? The Youth Serve Montana Scholarship was created to promote volunteerism among high school students, encourage young leaders to further their learning, and provide tuition assistance for Montana students who wish to attend college in-state.
$1,250
Deadline: January 31st, 2026
Montana University System
A 4-year renewable scholarship, which waives the recipient’s tuition when used at an eligible campus. Its average value at a 4-year Montana campus is $5,000 a year or $20,000 for four years.
U of M - Missoula
Missoula College UM
Bitterroot College
U of M - Western
Helena College UM
Montana Technological University
Highlands College of MT Tech
MSU - Bozeman
Gallatin College
MSU - Billings
City College MSU
MSU - Northern
Great Falls College MSU
Dawson CC
Flathead CC
Miles CC
Deadline: March 15, 2026
STEM/Healthcare Scholarship Program
Designed to provide an incentive for Montana high school students to prepare for, enter into, and complete degrees in postsecondary fields related to science, technology, engineering, mathematics and healthcare.
MSU Bozeman
UM Missoula
Flathead Valley CC
Salish-Kootenai
Gallatin College MSU
Missoula College UM
Miles CC
Blackfeet CC
MSU Billings
MT Technological University
Dawson CC
Little Big Horn
City College MSU
Highlands College of MT Tech
Aaniiih Nakoda
MSU Northern
UM Western
Chief Dull Knife
Great Falls College MSU
Helena College UM
Stone Child
Bitterroot College
Fort Peck CC
Up to $6,000 over 4 years
Deadline: March 15, 2026
Award: $5,000
Eligibility:
Minimum grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent)
Plan to enroll or are enrolled in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year college or vocational-technical school for the entire 2025-2026 academic year.
Majoring in a trade construction, industrial, motor/power sector, mechanics, or technology degree/certificate (see website for list).
Deadline: February 28, 2026
Added 11/3/2025
The David Malcolm Scholarship is for students who have overcome obstacles to educational achievement – personal, family, demographic, or situational – and require help to continue on the path to success. Eligible applicants are high school seniors or college students who have already shown perseverance in pursuing a college degree.
To apply for this $2,500 award, eligible students must submit a 1000-word essay and meet the eligibility requirements detailed below.
Eligibility
To apply for this scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:
Applicants must be high school seniors already accepted into an accredited college or university or current students enrolled at an accredited college or university full-time (this includes undergraduate, graduate, etc.)
Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.5.
Deadline: November 30, 2025
The Paul Tarell Family Scholarship was established to empower students who have overcome adversity to pursue their educational dreams.
Every year, one student will receive a $1,500 award to support their education, whether it’s for college tuition, books, or other educational expenses.
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Enrollment: Must be currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. high school, college, or graduate program. High school seniors planning to enroll in college are also eligible.
Personal Challenge: Open to students who have faced and overcome a significant personal challenge or adversity in their life.
Deadline: November 25, 2025
Added 11/3/2025
Eligibility:
A) Be entering, or currently pursuing, an educational program in the sciences.
B) Be in Grade 11 or Grade 12
C) Be attending college or university no later than September 15, 2026.
D) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year.
E) Answer the essay prompt: As a current or future science student, tell us in under 500 words what made you choose to study science in college/university.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: December 31st, 2025
At Boom & Bucket, we believe in supporting the next generation of skilled workers in the heavy equipment industry. That’s why we’re offering a $1,000 annual scholarship to help students pursuing education in heavy machinery-related programs.
Students can apply by submitting either:
A 500+ word essay OR
A 2-minute video
Your submission should introduce who you are and share what excites you about the heavy equipment industry. Show us your passion and why you’re pursuing this field!
Deadline: Applications must be submitted by 12:00 PM (Central Time) on March 31, 2026.
Selection Date: Winners will be announced by April 22, 2026.
Award Distribution: The scholarship funds will be sent directly to the winner’s school as a tuition payment.
Brett Thoft Memorial Foundation Senior Scholarships
The purpose of this scholarship is to provide a local scholarship program to be used by area graduating Saint Ignatius Seniors for secondary education and career advancement.
The scholarship is funded by donations from various events put on by the
Brett Thoft Foundation and the local community. There will be a total of six (6) scholarships awarded worth $500 each.
1. Graduating senior from Saint Ignatius High School
2. Complete the application questionnaire (below)
3. Provide proof of college/secondary school enrollment
4. Letter of Recommendation
See Mrs. Keast for an application
Deadline: December 15, 2025
The American Indian College Fund
The College Fund provides scholarships to graduating American Indian and Alaska Native high school students that plan to pursue certificate or undergraduate programs at a Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCU) or an accredited non-profit college or university in the U.S.
Be an enrolled member of a federally or state-recognized tribe, or a descendent of an enrolled member;
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00; and
Be a high school senior in their last semester.
Full-time enrollment at an accredited, nonprofit institution of higher learning.
The 2025 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Demonstrate the attributes of leadership, integrity, drive, and citizenship within their communities, schools, and workplaces
Display strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent)
Be current high school seniors attending high school within the United States, (including any U.S. territories or commonwealths), and graduating in winter 2024 or spring 2025.
Plan to enroll in a full‑time undergraduate course of study at an accredited four‑year college or university in the United States for the entire 2025-2026 academic school year
Up to $40,000
Deadline: January 5, 2025 at noon CST
Eligibility: Current and retired members of participating unions, their spouses and their dependent children (as defined by IRS regulations).
Amounts range from $500 to $4,000. These one-time cash awards are for study beginning in the Fall of 2026. Students may re-apply each year.
Deadline: 12:00 p.m. (noon, ET) on Friday, January 31, 2026.
Equitable Excellence Scholarship® Program
Equitable Foundation has established this program to assist high school seniors and current undergraduates who are planning to continue their education at a two- or four-year college in the United States by Fall 2025.
Applicants to the Equitable Excellence Scholarship® Program must:
Be current high school seniors and current undergraduates in one of the 50 U.S. states, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-or four-year college or university in the United States for the entire upcoming academic year.
Demonstrate ambition and self-drive to be a force for good in your community by encouraging others to pursue higher education.
Be willing to provide a release to publicize their identities and information about their achievements along with photographs for use in program promotion and information.
Have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Up to 100 renewable awards of $5,000 each
Deadline: December 18, 2025, 3:00 p.m. CT
It's easy! Film a three–minute educational video of yourself explaining a STEM topic you're passionate about. You must be a high school senior or an undergraduate college student to apply. Finalists will be notified in early 2026 to submit additional materials, and five $20,000 winners will be announced in spring of 2026. Payments will be distributed directly to colleges or universities in fall of 2026.
November is National Scholarship Month and Reach Higher Montana has got you covered with Stick with Scholarships. High school students have a chance to win one of six $500 scholarships by uploading a picture of one of our stickers. Opens Nov.1 and closes Nov. 30.
To enter, students need to:
Grab a sticker from Ms. Redmond or Mrs. Keast
Put it on something. (water bottle, notebook, laptop, etc.)
Take a picture.
Upload it to social media and follow the directions from the posters around school.
Blackfoot Communications Scholarship
The Blackfoot Communications Scholarship program provides academic scholarships for students from within our Montana and Idaho residential service areas. The scholarship program is designed for graduating high school students and/or post-secondary students currently served by Blackfoot at either their parents’ residence or their own principal residence, and/or attending college/university/trade school.
Scholarship amounts range from $1,000, up to $2,500.
Deadline: February 16, 2026
Sallie Mae Scholarship
The $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and any US Territory age 17 or older at the time of entry, and who meet one (1) of the four (4) following eligibility requirements at the time of entry:
A parent who currently has a child enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
A student who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
A parent who currently has a child enrolled as a high school senior located within the United States;
A student who is currently enrolled as a high school junior or senior who intends to enroll in an accredited college or university located with the United States, within a year of graduating high school.
Deadline: November 30, 2025
College Mix Christian College Scholarship
The Christian Connector offers a "one-stop-shop" for receiving free information from Christian colleges and Bible colleges. There are over 80 Christian colleges that students can conveniently choose from - all in one place! Completing the free information request form is like attending a huge Christian college fair without ever leaving home.
The $25,000 “Be Bold” Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile.
To us, boldest does not mean “best”, or “most accomplished”. Being bold means being:
Earnest
Determined
Moving
The scholarship will be awarded to the student whose profile is most bold, according to these characteristics.
Furthermore, this scholarship will be similar to the many easy scholarships available on Bold.org in that it will favor students who apply earlier—who are bold and seize the day without procrastinating.
Students at any education level, state, field of study, and GPA will be considered.
Deadline: December 1, 2025
2025 Pride Foundation Scholarship
Every year, PRIDE FOUNDATION invest in the educational dreams of students of any age, for any accredited higher education program or degree. If you are a resident of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, or Washington—even if you study elsewhere—you probably qualify for at least one!
Eligibility: Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and allied student leaders in the Northwest. We
Deadline: January 9, 2026
Added 10/5/2025
Scholarships are open to high school students (9th-12th graders), college students, and graduate students attending or planning to enter an accredited U.S. college or university. Applicant must submit an essay on a topic related to cyberbullying.
Three $1,000 Scholarships (Deadlines of Oct. 31, 2025, February 28, 2026, and June 30, 2026)
In an effort to reduce the number of young drivers getting behind the wheel while under the influence, the lawyers at Wells Call are offering a $1500 scholarship to students.
Write an essay of at least 500 words (and no more than 1000 words) sharing a compelling idea that could help lower or even prevent drunk driving among teens. Remember, provide a concrete idea and follow it up with actionable steps that could be taken.
Applicants must be EITHER outgoing high school seniors (graduating summer 2026) OR students currently enrolled in a college, trade school, or university as of the start of the fall 2026 semester.
Deadline: July 14, 2026.
The Paul Tarell Family Scholarship was established to empower students who have overcome adversity to pursue their educational dreams. This scholarship is more than a financial award; it’s a recognition of perseverance, personal growth, and the courage to keep going when faced with life’s toughest challenges.
To ensure the award reaches students who will benefit most, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Enrollment: Must be currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. high school, college, or graduate program. High school seniors planning to enroll in college are also eligible.
Personal Challenge: Open to students who have faced and overcome a significant personal challenge or adversity in their life.
We encourage applications from students of all backgrounds. Adversity comes in many forms – from health and disability challenges to family hardships or overcoming socio-economic barriers. If you’ve turned a difficult experience into motivation for personal growth, you are encouraged to apply.
$1,500
Deadline: November 25, 2025
Added 10/1/2025
College Scholarship – Two for $1,000 each
Nursing Scholarship – One for $1,000
Law School Scholarship – One for $1,000
Medical School Scholarship – One for $1,000
Physical Therapist / Occupational Therapist Scholarship – One for $1,000
Summer College Scholarship – One for $1000
Summer Law School Scholarship – One for $1000
Deadline: December 1, 2025
Access personalized, multifaceted support for academic, financial, emotional, and career challenges that may arise during your college experience.
Academic: Ongoing progress check-ins, coaching and academic resources.
Financial: Receive a $20,000 scholarship to support your academic journey. Receive a Dell laptop with a four-year warranty and book credits annually for four years.
Wellness: Access a teletherapy membership with live sessions and free or discounted support for legal, financial, health, and personal needs.
Career: Career guidance to build networks, gain experience, and develop essential assets for your future.
Deadline: December 1, 2025
Chick-fil-A™ Community Scholars
Up to $25,000
Be 18 years of age by July 15, 2026.
Currently reside in the United States (U.S.), Puerto Rico, or Canada at time of application and award
Planning to enroll in full-time undergraduate or graduate study for the 2026-2027 academic year at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, or vocational-technical school or CEGEP institution
Be involved in community service, extracurricular activities and/or a leadership role in the twelve (12) months prior to application deadline (for example, volunteering for non-profits, helping others less fortunate, tutoring/mentoring, etc.)
Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent)
Be willing to participate in Chick-fil-A’s Scholars Program (a one-year experience of mentoring, activities, and professional development), if selected.
enrolled in a college, university, or post-secondary institution in the 2026-27 academic year in pursuit of a Bachelor's or Technical/Vocational degree. Funds will be issued to the institution in Summer 2026.
pursue a STEAM major. "STEAM" refers to science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. For the purposes of this program, it also includes education majors planning to teach STEM.
demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to making a positive impact in their chosen field or community or have demonstrated perseverance in overcoming challenges or barriers in pursuit of their education and career goals.
The number of scholarships awarded will be based on the specific needs articulated by applicants, and the award values will be a variable range between $1,500 and $10,000. Additionally, there will be up to 10 paid internships (locations to be confirmed annually) available to applicants.
Deadline: October 15, 2025
Multiple opportunities with varying deadlines
Multiple merit-based scholarships for students who are committed to volunteering and making a difference in their communities.
Be currently enrolled or plan to be enrolled part-time or full-time in an accredited U.S. college or university. Vocational/technical, two-year, four-year, or graduate institutions are eligible.
Be a high school junior or senior, undergraduate student, or graduate student
Have a grade point average of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 system
Recipients must provide an official transcript confirming their reported GPA and proof of enrollment. No transcript or proof of enrollment is required until after students are selected as winners.
Deadline: Various
The Law Firm of Jerry D. Andrews, P.C., a Dallas legal practice, offers one scholarship worth $2,500 to undergraduate students who have made a substantial impact in their community through volunteer work.
Demonstrate active involvement in community service
Exhibit strong leadership qualities
Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher
Be an undergraduate student at an accredited college or university. We are not accepting applications from incoming or current graduate students at this time.
Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States
Be at least 18 years of age when you submit your application. This requirement supersedes the language below the digital application stating the 16 years of age limit.
Deadline: February 4, 2026
Be a graduating, minority high school senior
Be a United States citizen
Present evidence of financial need
Demonstrate a record of academic excellence
Demonstrate leadership potential and a dedication to community service
Submit an official SAT and/or ACT test exam score from junior or senior year*
Plan to attend an accredited and approved 4-year college within the United States or affiliated with a United States-based college or university
Have not accrued more than 25% of credits needed to graduate from college.
AIAA is awarding up to four $10,000 scholarships to high school seniors who enroll in an engineering major at a college or university!
Scholarship also includes:
Complimentary airfare and hotel to attend the AIAA Awards Gala
A mentor from AIAA’s professional members to help guide the student to achieve a career in aerospace.
Current high school senior intending to pursue an aerospace or related major at a college or university (must provide proof of enrollment to receive the scholarship funds)
Minimum high school GPA of 3.5
Demonstrated interest in aerospace through extracurricular activities
Must have an AIAA High School Membership – It’s Free!
Underrepresented students encouraged to apply
Deadline: December 31
Audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay.
The national first place winner receives a $35,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school. A complete list of other national scholarships range from $1,000-$21,000, and the first place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins at least a scholarship of $1,000. Before submitting your essay, download the 2025-2026 entry form here and find your sponsoring local VFW Post as applications must be turned in by midnight, Oct. 31.
The 2025-26 theme is: "How Are You Showing Patriotism and Support for Our Country?"
Deadline: Oct. 31
Montana Jaycee Foundation Scholarships
Each year, the U.S. Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation grants $1,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan to continue their education at an accredited post-secondary college or university. Scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who plan to attend an accredited vocational or industrial school.
For college or university scholarship: GPA of 3.75 and above
For vocational or industrial scholarship: GPA of 3.25 and above
Deadline: January 12, 2026
A website with scholarships throughout the year, check back every month!
Don't Text & Drive Scholarship
Deadline: September 30, 2025
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level.
Added 9/11/2025
Native Forward Scholarship Fund
This site has a great FAQ section about scholarship eligibility (how you might qualify based on enrollment versus descendant status) AND a scholarship search.
Added 9/10/2025
Tons of resources as you prepare for life after high school, just head back to their homepage from this link (specifically scholarship).
Added 9/2/2025
Audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay.
The national first place winner receives a $35,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school. A complete list of other national scholarships range from $1,000-$21,000, and the first place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins at least a scholarship of $1,000. Before submitting your essay, download the 2024-2025 entry form here and find your sponsoring local VFW Post as applications must be turned in by midnight, Oct. 31.
2025-2026 Theme: How Are You Showing Patriotism And Support for Our Country?"
Deadline: Oct. 31
An intensive week-long educational experience and scholarship sponsored by the Hearst Foundations and the United States Senate for outstanding high school students who are interested in pursuing careers in public service.
The 63rd annual United States Senate Youth Program Washington Week is March 1–8, 2025. All student delegates will partake in the comprehensive, interactive leadership program, and each will receive the $10,000 college scholarship in the name of the United States Senate. Washington Week and the scholarship are one inseparable award.
Eligibility:
Be a junior or senior in a Montana public, private, or charter high school.
Hold a leadership position for the entire school year representing a constituency in any one of the following student government, civic, or educational organizations. Leadership roles are subject to verification and judgement of the state selection administrator.
Student body president, vice president, secretary, or treasurer
Class president, vice president, secretary, or treasurer
Student Council representative
National Honor Society officer
Student representative elected or appointed (by a panel, commission, or board) to a local, district, regional, state-level civic, service, and/or educational organization
Deadline: Completed electronic application packet with attachments must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m., Monday, October 6, 2025.
$7,500 each semester for 8 semesters (up to $60,000 total)
Eligibility: The applicant must have a 3.5 cumulative GPA and an Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2023 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000.
Will open January 15, 2026
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship. Applicants are evaluated on leadership, academics, and service.
$20,000
Deadline: Sept. 30, 2025 (5p.m. EDT)
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student
Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.
The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships ranging from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year!
Eligibility: Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
Deadline: Nov. 12, 2025 (11:59 p.m. Pacific Time)
Scholarships for the Class of 2025!
Added 4/15/2025
The MCA Associates Division provides $2,000 scholarships to help the families of our members to pursue postsecondary education and attain their career goals.
Eligibility:
* Have parents or guardians employed by MCA member companies.
* Be planning on attending:
- any accredited postsecondary school (in-state applicants)
- an accredited Montana postsecondary school (out-of-state applicants)
- an accredited post-secondary trades program
Deadline: April 25, 2025
Added 3/20/2025
The Shawn Carter Scholarship Fund
Eligibility: All high school seniors, students with GED diplomas, undergraduate (2yr or 4yr) college students, and students at vocational or trade schools who meet the requirements below are eligible.
Application opens April 1
Requirements:
US Citizen or Permanent Resident
25 years old or younger
Minimum 2.0 GPA – First-time scholarship recipients generally have GPAs between 2.0 and 3.0 (students with GPAs above this range are still encouraged to apply)
Demonstrated Financial Need – On average, selected applicants have an annual household adjusted gross income (AGI) of $75,000 or less
Students pursuing their first undergraduate degree at an accredited, degree-granting institution
Deadline: April 30, 2025
Added 3/18/2025
P.E.O. CHAPTER BS -
P.E.O. LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP
The following items must accompany this student profile:
1. Student Activity Chart showing involvement in school sponsored activities
2. Community activities; clubs, volunteer work, scouting, 4H, etc.
3. An essay stating future education goals. Please be sure to sign and date the essay
4. Official 12th grade (senior year) high school transcript.
5. Two letters of reference from persons who know you well.
Deadline: April 21, 2025
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT: $500.00
See Ms. Redmond or Mrs. Keast for Application
Lake County Conservation District 2025
$1,000 Academic Scholarship for HS Seniors Pursuing Post-Secondary Education– Vo-Tech, Associate's, or Bachelor's Degree
Requirements:
Must be a high school senior
Must be a resident of Lake County
Must have a demonstrated interest in Conservation/Natural Resources/Ag
Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better, satisfactory SAT scores, or possess a GED
Preference will be given to students demonstrating:
A strong interest in Conservation, Natural Resources, or Agriculture
Academic achievement and merit
Applicants are not restricted to a certain area of study, but an interest in conservation is required and must be reflected in intended course of study, e.g. Agriculture, Animal Science, Biochemistry, Botany, Environmental Science, Forestry, Geology, etc.
Application Package
Complete Online Form
Resume
Two letters of reference (not from immediate family members) that include name, relationship and contact information.
Personal Essay
Deadline: May 5
Added 3/16/2025
The Montana Grain Growers Association
$500 and $1,000 Scholarships
Montana high school or college student majoring in a degree that will impact rural communities
$5,000 Scholarship
Montana residents, juniors and seniors in college, in an agricultural degree (agribusiness, horticulture, agricultural education, agricultural science, agronomy, agricultural communication, crop science)
Deadline: April 1, 2025
The Treacy Foundation awards need-based scholarships to entering freshman and sophomore college students who are residents of Montana with 60 or less college degree credits.
The scholarships are $3,000.00 per year and renewable up to 3 years (for a total of 4 years) provided the student requests renewal each year. You may go to any school of your choice.
Deadline: April 29, 2025
The Live Laugh Love like Lauryn Goldhahn Scholarship is open to all high school students; regardless of post-secondary commitment or athletic accomplishment.
Five scholarship questions in the form. Each answer must be a minimum of 250 words, but there is no limit on maximum length. You must type your essay answers within the scholarship application.
Deadline: April 18, 2025
Rhino Roofing believes in investing in the future of our communities. We are excited to award seven individual $1,000 scholarships to qualifying 2025 graduating high school seniors from Flathead, Lake, Missoula, or Ravalli Counties in Montana.
The recipients must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and will be notified the week of April 14, 2025. This scholarship may be used toward tuition, books, or expenses at any accredited college or trade school.
Deadline: April 7, 2025
One scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $1000 to a student that will attend trade school or pursue a career in the trades (examples: HVAC technician, electrician, plumber, medical assistants, mechanics, construction, etc).
Deadline: April 1, 2025
Added 3/11/2025
Naett P. Sharp Scholarship
This $500 scholarship is to be provided to an individual who demonstrates the ability and desire to be successful. The student may or may not be successful in school, but they will graduate from high school and pursue either post secondary education, technical skills training, enrollment in an apprenticeship program or begin a new business venture. High school GPA and class rank are not considered with the application. This is an essay driven award.
Deadline: to Ms. Redmond by 11:45 am on Friday, March 28, 2025.
Added 3/6/2025
MONTANA ODD FELLOW/REBEKAH SCHOLARSHIP
Amount$ 1,000
Requirements:
Students with a GPA of 3.0 or less
Must include a copy of your grade transcript with cumulative GPA
Must attend a College, University, Vo-Tech, Business, Nursing, Beauty School, etc in Montana.
Deadline: March 12, 2025
See Ms. Redmond for Application
All interested 2025 graduating Montana high school seniors who will be attending an accredited institution of higher education, regardless of their field of study, are eligible. These accredited institutions include trade schools, technical schools, colleges or universities.
Deadline: April 15, 2025
Amount: $1,000
Muralt Family Foundation:
Spirit Achievement Award Scholarship
Recipient will receive $1,000 and must be planning to attend an accredited two- or four-year technical school, college, or university within the State of Montana. Recipient must pursue a course of study in business, engineering, education, or health services.
Deadline: April 30, 2025 See Ms. Redmond for Application
Added 2/20/2025
Montana Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association
The Montana Sheriff’s and Peace Officer Association announces the availability of two $1,500.00 scholarships to be awarded for the fall semester of 2025 to a graduating high school senior who is seeking a career in local law enforcement OR a current college student who is pursuing a career in local law enforcement. Recipients will be selected on the basis of need, academic ability, and career goals.
Deadline: April 15, 2025
Added 2/14/2025
Logan Health: Healthy Futures Scholarship
3.0 GPA or higher (preference given for biomedical and college prep courses)
Service to the school and/or community
Attending an accredited vocational institution or college/university in the fall of 2025 as a full-time student
Interest in pursuing a career in a health care related field
Essay – 300-500 words addressing your higher education plans, short and long-term goals, and why you deserve consideration for this award
Financial need – FAFSA Submission Summary with SAI
Deadline: April 1, 2025 by 4pm.
Pacific Northwest Association for College Admission Counseling (PNACAC)
The Pacific Northwest Association for College Admission Counseling (PNACAC) will be awarding ten (10), one-time, $1,000 scholarships to students planning to attend a regionally accredited college or university in Fall 2025.
Currently have a 3.00 cumulative, unweighted GPA or higher.
Submit the video essay and application
Deadline: March 15, 2025 at midnight Pacific Time.
Added 2/6/2025
2025 KEN ROHRENBACH SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
The Lake County Job Service Employers’ Committee (JSEC) will provide a $1,000
scholarship to a graduating high school senior. The scholarship will be awarded by the end of May each year.
ELIGIBILITY:
1. Must be a 2025 graduate of a high school or home school in Lake County.
2. Must intend to enroll in a post high school education program. It is the intention of Lake County Job Service Employers’ Committee that the funds be used for purchase of educational supplies or to assist with tuition.
3. Selection will be based upon financial need, GPA, record of community service, and evidence of determination and potential to succeed in a higher education program in a career field after completing college or trade school. Your academic achievement in high school will be considered not by GPA alone, but by the number and level of subjects taken.
Deadline: March 14, 2025
See Ms. Redmond or Mrs. Keast for the application
Added 2/3/2025
Minimum scholarship award is $1,000. The awarding of Premier $2,500 Scholarships is considered by our Education Committee as annual applications are reviewed and donor support is secured.
Eligibility
Applications are open to graduating seniors currently attending high school in Lake, Missoula or Ravalli County who intend to pursue a human related, healthcare career in the following areas:
MEDICINE (excludes animals): Physician, Dentist or other medical degree
NURSING: LPN, RN, NP, PA
OTHER HEALTH-RELATED (Human) FIELD: medical technology, radiology, clinical laboratory, medical records, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, audiology therapy, pharmacy, social work, clinical psychology or other medical/technical fields.
A 3.0 GPA is required for all students applying.
Students must have applied, or be in the process of applying, to an accredited college, university, or post-secondary school, whether in Montana or out-of-state.
Deadline: Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 5:00pm.
Northwest Montana United Way
2025 Workforce Development Scholarship
Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to qualified individuals pursuing a career in any of the following fields: Construction, Plumbing, Electrical, Automotive, Industrial, Manufacturing, Welding or other similar positions.
Eligibility:
Open to 2025 High School Graduates
Be a permanent resident of one of our five service area counties: Flathead, Glacier, Lake, Lincoln, Sanders
Must have plans to pursue work in the above industries in one of our service areas
Must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA
Must provide two letters of recommendations, one of which must be a high school level teacher. The other recommendation must come from an individual who can recommend you based on your work ethic through employment, athletics, volunteerism or family support.
Scholarship #1 – Educational Advancement within the Trades
$500 towards tuition and/or supplies to a vocational college or training program. Program must be accredited. Example) FVCC’s Welding and Fabrication Technology, CAS Scholarship will be paid directly to the institute, where you are enrolled, in Fall 2025
Scholarship #2 – Trade Tools/Equipment Set-up
$500 towards necessary tools, supplies and equipment required to begin an entry level position in the trade of choice. Example). Tool belt, tools and steel toed shoes.
See Ms. Redmond or Mrs. Keast for the application
Deadline: March 28, 2025
Added 1/10/2025
Rocky Mountain Twist/Jore Corp Scholarship
Rocky Mountain Twist will be awarding up to $500 scholarships to selected graduating seniors in Lake County.
Must have a 2.75 GPA
Must be attending a 2 year or 4 year school after graduation, or accredited certification program
Must be a Lake County resident
See Ms. Redmond or Mrs. Keast for the application
Deadline: March 31, 2025
Gianforte Trade and Technology Scholarship
To receive $1,500 per semester for full time students; $750 per semester for part-time students applicants must
Must be a resident of the state of Montana per Board of Regents Policy 940.1
File a FAFSA (dual credit students are not required to file a FAFSA)
Have Unmet Need (Cost of Attendance minus Student Aid Index SAI minus other aid except loans = Unmet Need)
Be in Good Standing at a qualifying campus (Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
Take a minimum of 6 credits in qualifying program
Deadline: February 1, 2025
Added 1/4/2025
This is a HUGE listing of scholarships! You can search statewide or by Lake County and go from there. AMAZING RESOURCE! TONS of MONEY!
Deadline: March 31, 2025
American Indian Education Fund
Eligibility:
• Native American, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian (student or one parent must be enrolled and have documentation).
• Attending an accredited 2 or 4-year college/university within the United States. Fully online schools and summer courses do not qualify.
• Undergraduates must be enrolled as a full-time student. Graduate students must be enrolled 6-18 credit hours (amount of scholarship funding is based on credit hours).
• GPA between 2.0 – 3.5 is desirable, however ALL current or future undergraduate/graduate students are encouraged to apply. High school students with a GED and non-traditional students returning to school may apply.
Required Documentation
• Most recent transcript with cumulative GPA. (Does not need to be official)
• Proof of Tribal Enrollment/CIB (student or parent’s documentation).
• Digital Photo – clear, color photo of yourself.
DEADLINE: April 4, 2025 at 11:59 pm EST (submit before March 1st for one extra point)
Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships
TONS of different scholarships! Not only for females, not only for members or relatives of DAR members, and with many opportunities for specific groups such as an American Indian Scholarship and for students pursuing many different careers!
DAR awards scholarships for students pursuing an education in history, economics, law, political science, medicine, nursing, occupational and physical therapy, elementary and secondary education, chemistry, math, science and English.
Various awards: $1,500-$5,000
Deadline: Jan. 31, 2025
Level All Scholarship Sweepstakes
Anyone who has or creates a Level All account by January 31, 2025 is eligible for one of fifty $1,000 scholarships.
Alcohol Responsibility Matters Scholarship
Five, one-time, $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to Montana high school or homeschool seniors attending a Montana post-secondary program in the fall.
Deadline: Jan. 26, 2025
One Application, Multiple Scholarships.
Includes:
$2,000 Reach Higher Montana Scholarship (50) (Seniors)
$1,000 Bridging the Gap Scholarship (1+) (Seniors-College)
$2,000 Carl Valvoda Scholarship (1) (Seniors-College)
$1,250 Gilman Family Scholarship (2) (College)
$2,000 Horse Creek Scholarship (6) (Seniors-College)
$2,000 Kelly Kuntz Scholarship (1) (College)
$1,500 Rotary of Helena Scholarship (1+) (Seniors)
Deadline: March 1, 2025
Eligibility: Current and retired members of participating unions, their spouses and their dependent children (as defined by IRS regulations).
Amounts range from $500 to $4,000. These one-time cash awards are for study beginning in the Fall of 2025. Students may re-apply each year.
Deadline: 12:00 p.m. (noon, ET) on Friday, January 31, 2025.
Montana Tree Farm System (MTFS)
Mary Naegeli Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility
Resident of Montana
Enrolled in an accredited institution of higher education on a full- time basis. If you are an entering freshman, you will need to follow up with documentation of registration.
GPA 2.5 or above
Must demonstrate an interest in forestry/natural resource issues
Applicants must have a MTFS Tree Farmer or a Tree Farm Inspector as a reference. If the applicant is not acquainted with a Tree Farmer or Inspector, contact Pat Mandzak at (208) 859-5490 or mandzak@aol.com to get connected.
$1,000
Deadline: May 31, 2025
Barbara & Bobby Price Legacy Foundation
Two scholarships available:
Price Legacy Scholarship: $2,000 for low-income, high-achieving high school seniors entering their first year of post-secondary education.
Barbara Price Scholarship: $1,500 to high-achieving high school seniors (or equivalent) planning to enter their first semester of post-secondary education in the following Fall.
Deadline: March 1, 2025
Eligibility:
Be a high school senior in the U.S.
Major in an agricultural field at an accredited college or university
Three winners will receive either $2500, $1500, or $1,000 toward their freshman year in college.
Deadline: Feb. 18, 2025
The purpose of the Alltricity Scholarship Foundation is to award scholarships to deserving and qualified students in engineering, business, information systems, plant, line or distribution technology, line worker or other curriculum related to the electric energy industry.
Eligibility:
Be pursuing or plan to pursue an electric industry position certificate (lineman program, renewable energy certificate, etc.) and be able to provide information about the specific program you are or will attend and the accreditation status of the institution.
Be pursuing or plan to pursue an undergraduate degree with intent to pursue a career in the electric energy industry.
Various scholarships: $1,500 - $3,000 or more!
Deadline: Feb. 7, 2025
Indian Impact Schools of Montana: Tuition Scholarship
Eligibility: Students from Indian Impact Schools of Montana member school districts are allowed to apply for one of six $2,000 awards. The following guidelines apply:
* Applicants must be graduating high school from an IISM member school district in the year that they apply for the scholarship award. Membership can be confirmed by your district Business Manager.
* Applicants must be attending an accredited college/university or trade school program.
Deadline: March 21, 2025
For over 30 years, the NILE (Northern International Livestock Exposition) has awarded scholarships to deserving FFA and 4-H students who have been leaders in their respective programs, excelled in the classroom, participated in NILE events and are actively involved in their communities.
Various Scholarships: $500-$4,000
Deadlines: March 1, 2025
Added 12/16/2024
Undergraduate Cobell Scholarship
The Undergraduate Cobell Scholarship is designed to support:
Enrolled members of U.S. Federally-recognized Tribes. A dropdown list of U.S. Federally-recognized tribes is provided in the system; and,
Pursuing a bachelor’s (BA or BS) degree (also known as a 4-year degree) while attending a nonprofit public or private *institution; or,
Pursuing an associate of arts (AA) degree (also known as a 2-year degree) while attending a nonprofit public or private *institution.
Deadline: March 31, 2025
Added 12/9/2024
Horatio Alger Montana Undergraduate Scholarship Program
The program, administered by the Horatio Alger Association, is specifically for students who have confronted and overcome adversity in their young lives. Students from across Montana will be selected to each receive a $15,000 scholarship and have the honor of being named as a Horatio Alger Montana Scholar.
Scholarships can be utilized to pursue higher education at the University of Montana, Montana State University, or one of their affiliates:
University of Montana Western
Missoula College – University of Montana
Helena College – University of Montana
Montana Technological University in Butte
Montana State University Billings
Montana State University Northern
Great Falls College – Montana State University
Deadline: March 15, 2025
Not open yet, keep checking the link!
The AFT Robert G. Porter Scholars Program for high school students is open to graduating high school seniors. Applicants must have at least one parent or legal guardian who is an AFT member. Awards are based on academic achievement, commitment to community services and school-related activities, demonstration of leadership, work experience, recommendations, special talents and skills, an essay and a commitment to advancing the interests of working people and building unions. The $8,000 scholarship award is paid out over a four- to six-year period, depending on the length of time the recipient will use to obtain a degree. Customarily, the scholarship is paid out through four $2,000 annual payments to the recipient and/or the higher education institution attended by the recipient.
A great website to connect and search different scholarships. LOTS of applications will open January 1, 2025.
Qualifications vary widely resulting in scholarship eligibility for a diverse range of students. For most scholarships, students can begin applying online on January 1. Scholarship awards generally range between $500 and $5,000, some of which are renewable for multiple years.
The 2025 Scholarship Season opens January 1, 2025
Montana Clerk & Recorder Scholarship
Applications are online or available with Ms. Redmond or Mrs. Keast.
$1,000 (two scholarships will be awarded in Montana)
Deadline: RECEIVED in the Clerk's office by March 14, 2025 (mailed, faxed, or delivered in person)
Have you completed 100 hours of community service in the last 365 days? The Youth Serve Montana Scholarship was created to promote volunteerism among high school students, encourage young leaders to further their learning, and provide tuition assistance for Montana students who wish to attend college in-state.
$1,250
Deadline: January 31st, 2025
Montana University System
A 4-year renewable scholarship, which waives the recipient’s tuition when used at an eligible campus. Its average value at a 4-year Montana campus is $5,000 a year or $20,000 for four years.
U of M - Missoula
Missoula College UM
Bitterroot College
U of M - Western
Helena College UM
Montana Technological University
Highlands College of MT Tech
MSU - Bozeman
Gallatin College
MSU - Billings
City College MSU
MSU - Northern
Great Falls College MSU
Dawson CC
Flathead CC
Miles CC
Deadline: March 15, 2025
STEM/Healthcare Scholarship Program
Designed to provide an incentive for Montana high school students to prepare for, enter into, and complete degrees in postsecondary fields related to science, technology, engineering, mathematics and healthcare.
MSU Bozeman
UM Missoula
Flathead Valley CC
Salish-Kootenai
Gallatin College MSU
Missoula College UM
Miles CC
Blackfeet CC
MSU Billings
MT Technological University
Dawson CC
Little Big Horn
City College MSU
Highlands College of MT Tech
Aaniiih Nakoda
MSU Northern
UM Western
Chief Dull Knife
Great Falls College MSU
Helena College UM
Stone Child
Bitterroot College
Fort Peck CC
Up to $6,000 over 4 years
Deadline: March 15, 2025
Persons of at least one-fourth (1/4) degree Indian blood or are enrolled members of a state recognized or federally recognized Indian tribe which is located within the boundaries of the State of Montana may be eligible for a waiver upon demonstration of financial need. "Financial need" is defined as having at least one dollar of remaining need after subtracting Student Aid Index, all Title IV grant aid and institutional aid from the cost of attendance. Duplication of tuition designated awards is not allowed.
Award: $5,000
Eligibility:
Minimum grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent)
Plan to enroll or are enrolled in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year college or vocational-technical school for the entire 2025-2026 academic year.
Majoring in a trade construction, industrial, motor/power sector, mechanics, or technology degree/certificate (see website for list).
Deadline: January 16, 2025 3:00 pm CT
The 2025 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Demonstrate the attributes of leadership, integrity, drive, and citizenship within their communities, schools, and workplaces
Display strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent)
Be current high school seniors attending high school within the United States, (including any U.S. territories or commonwealths), and graduating in winter 2024 or spring 2025.
Plan to enroll in a full‑time undergraduate course of study at an accredited four‑year college or university in the United States for the entire 2025-2026 academic school year
Up to $40,000
Deadline: January 3, 2025 at 11:59 PM PT
Added 11/10/2024
Access personalized, multifaceted support for academic, financial, emotional, and career challenges that may arise during your college experience.
Academic: Ongoing progress check-ins, coaching and academic resources.
Financial: Receive a $20,000 scholarship to support your academic journey. Receive a Dell laptop with a four-year warranty and book credits annually for four years.
Wellness: Access a teletherapy membership with live sessions and free or discounted support for legal, financial, health, and personal needs.
Career: Career guidance to build networks, gain experience, and develop essential assets for your future.
Deadline: December 1, 2024
Equitable Excellence Scholarship® Program
Equitable Foundation has established this program to assist high school seniors and current undergraduates who are planning to continue their education at a two- or four-year college in the United States by Fall 2025.
Applicants to the Equitable Excellence Scholarship® Program must:
Be current high school seniors and current undergraduates in one of the 50 U.S. states, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-or four-year college or university in the United States for the entire upcoming academic year.
Demonstrate ambition and self-drive to be a force for good in your community by encouraging others to pursue higher education.
Be willing to provide a release to publicize their identities and information about their achievements along with photographs for use in program promotion and information.
Have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Up to 100 renewable awards of $5,000 each
Deadline: Jan. 13, 2025, 3:00 p.m. CT
It's easy! Film a three–minute educational video of yourself explaining a STEM topic you're passionate about. You must be a high school senior or an undergraduate college student to apply. Finalists will be notified in early 2025 to submit additional materials, and five $20,000 winners will be announced in spring of 2025. Payments will be distributed directly to colleges or universities in fall of 2025.
November is National Scholarship Month and Reach Higher Montana has got you covered with Stick with Scholarships. High school students have a chance to win one of six $500 scholarships by uploading a picture of one of our stickers. Opens Nov.1 and closes Nov. 30.
To enter, students need to:
Grab a sticker from Ms. Redmond or Mrs. Keast
Put it on something. (water bottle, notebook, laptop, etc.)
Take a picture.
Upload it to social media and follow the directions from the posters around school.
Added 10/28/2024
Blackfoot Communications Scholarship
The Blackfoot Communications Scholarship program provides academic scholarships for students from within our Montana and Idaho residential service areas. The scholarship program is designed for graduating high school students and/or post-secondary students currently served by Blackfoot at either their parents’ residence or their own principal residence, and/or attending college/university/trade school.
Scholarship amounts range from $1,000, up to $2,500.
Deadline: Mar 25, 2025
Sallie Mae Scholarship
The $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and any US Territory age 17 or older at the time of entry, and who meet one (1) of the four (4) following eligibility requirements at the time of entry:
A parent who currently has a child enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
A student who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
A parent who currently has a child enrolled as a high school senior located within the United States;
A student who is currently enrolled as a high school junior or senior who intends to enroll in an accredited college or university located with the United States, within a year of graduating high school.
Deadline: Oct 31, 2024
College Mix Christian College Scholarship
The Christian Connector offers a "one-stop-shop" for receiving free information from Christian colleges and Bible colleges. There are over 80 Christian colleges that students can conveniently choose from - all in one place! Completing the free information request form is like attending a huge Christian college fair without ever leaving home.
The $25,000 “Be Bold” Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile.
To us, boldest does not mean “best”, or “most accomplished”. Being bold means being:
Earnest
Determined
Moving
The scholarship will be awarded to the student whose profile is most bold, according to these characteristics.
Furthermore, this scholarship will be similar to the many easy scholarships available on Bold.org in that it will favor students who apply earlier—who are bold and seize the day without procrastinating.
Students at any education level, state, field of study, and GPA will be considered.
Deadline: Nov 1, 2024
2025 Pride Foundation Scholarship
Every year, PRIDE FOUNDATION invest in the educational dreams of students of any age, for any accredited higher education program or degree. If you are a resident of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, or Washington—even if you study elsewhere—you probably qualify for at least one!
Eligibility: Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and allied student leaders in the Northwest. We
Deadline: January 10, 2025
Added 10/6/2024
Multiple merit-based scholarships for students who are committed to volunteering and making a difference in their communities.
Be currently enrolled or plan to be enrolled part-time or full-time in an accredited U.S. college or university. Vocational/technical, two-year, four-year, or graduate institutions are eligible.
Be a high school junior or senior, undergraduate student, or graduate student
Have a grade point average of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 system
Recipients must provide an official transcript confirming their reported GPA and proof of enrollment. No transcript or proof of enrollment is required until after students are selected as winners.
Deadline: Various
The Law Firm of Jerry D. Andrews, P.C., a Dallas legal practice, offers one scholarship worth $2,500 to undergraduate students who have made a substantial impact in their community through volunteer work.
Demonstrate active involvement in community service
Exhibit strong leadership qualities
Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher
Be an undergraduate student at an accredited college or university. We are not accepting applications from incoming or current graduate students at this time.
Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States
Be at least 18 years of age when you submit your application. This requirement supersedes the language below the digital application stating the 16 years of age limit.
Deadline: February 12, 2025
Be a graduating, minority high school senior
Be a United States citizen
Present evidence of financial need
Demonstrate a record of academic excellence
Demonstrate leadership potential and a dedication to community service
Submit an official SAT and/or ACT test exam score from junior or senior year*
Plan to attend an accredited and approved 4-year college within the United States or affiliated with a United States-based college or university
Have not accrued more than 25% of credits needed to graduate from college.
Currently enrolled high school senior intending to pursue an aerospace STEM Major in one of the following majors:
Aerospace Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Physics
Minimum high school GPA of 2.50/4.00
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must Demonstrate Financial Need
Should demonstrate an interest in a career in the aerospace defense sector
$10,000 scholarship
Deadline: Dec. 31
AIAA is awarding up to four $10,000 scholarships to high school seniors who enroll in an engineering major at a college or university!
Scholarship also includes:
Complimentary airfare and hotel to attend the AIAA Awards Gala
A mentor from AIAA’s professional members to help guide the student to achieve a career in aerospace.
Current high school senior intending to pursue an aerospace or related major at a college or university (must provide proof of enrollment to receive the scholarship funds)
Minimum high school GPA of 3.5
Demonstrated interest in aerospace through extracurricular activities
Must have an AIAA High School Membership – It’s Free!
Underrepresented students encouraged to apply
Deadline: December 31
Added 9/29/2024
Audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay.
The national first place winner receives a $35,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school. A complete list of other national scholarships range from $1,000-$21,000, and the first place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins at least a scholarship of $1,000. Before submitting your essay, download the 2024-2025 entry form here and find your sponsoring local VFW Post as applications must be turned in by midnight, Oct. 31.
Deadline: Oct. 31
Added 9/20/2024
Montana Jaycee Foundation Scholarships
Each year, the U.S. Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation grants $1,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan to continue their education at an accredited post-secondary college or university. Scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who plan to attend an accredited vocational or industrial school.
For college or university scholarship: GPA of 3.75 and above
For vocational or industrial scholarship: GPA of 3.25 and above
Deadline: January 17, 2025
Added 9/20/2024
An intensive week-long educational experience and scholarship sponsored by the Hearst Foundations and the United States Senate for outstanding high school students who are interested in pursuing careers in public service.
The 63rd annual United States Senate Youth Program Washington Week is March 1–8, 2025. All student delegates will partake in the comprehensive, interactive leadership program, and each will receive the $10,000 college scholarship in the name of the United States Senate. Washington Week and the scholarship are one inseparable award.
Eligibility:
Be a junior or senior in a Montana public, private, or charter high school.
Hold a leadership position for the entire school year representing a constituency in any one of the following student government, civic, or educational organizations. Leadership roles are subject to verification and judgement of the state selection administrator.
Student body president, vice president, secretary, or treasurer
Class president, vice president, secretary, or treasurer
Student Council representative
National Honor Society officer
Student representative elected or appointed (by a panel, commission, or board) to a local, district, regional, state-level civic, service, and/or educational organization
Deadline: Completed electronic application packet with attachments must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m., Monday, October 7, 2024.
Added 9/15/2024
$7,500 each semester for 8 semesters (up to $60,000 total)
Eligibility: The applicant must have a 3.5 cumulative GPA and an Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2023 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000.
Deadline: Dec. 1, 2024
Added 9/10/2024
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship. Applicants are evaluated on leadership, academics, and service.
$20,000
Deadline: Sept. 30, 2024 (5p.m. EDT)
Added 9/10/2024
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student
Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.
The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships ranging from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year!
Eligibility: Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
Deadline: Nov. 12, 2024 (11:59 p.m. Pacific Time)
End for Class of 2025
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Current Available Scholarships 2023-2024
Added 3/14/2024
Character Counts Scholarship
$500 Scholarship
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is May 3, 2024
Added 3/12/20224
Northwest Montana United Way
Workforce Development Scholarship
2 - $500 Scholarships
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 5, 2024
Added 3/04/2024
Montana Clerk and Recorder's Scholarship
2 - $1,000 Scholarships
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 15, 2024
Added 2/29/2024
St. Luke Community Hospital
Rosemary Miller Memorial Scholarship
$500 Scholarships
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 15, 2024
Added 2/19/2024
The Odd Fellow adn Rebekah Lodges of Montana Scholarship
$500 Scholarship
Must have GPA of 3.0 or LESS!!
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 10, 2024
Added 2/14/2024
Montana Contractor's Association
$1,500 Scholarships Avaialable
Deadline is April 26, 2024
Montana Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association Scholarship
$1,500 Scholarship for law enforcement education
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 15, 2024
Naett P. Sharp Scholarship
$500 Scholarship
Any future plans!
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 28, 2024 at 11:45 am
Lake County Job Service
2023 Ken Rohrenbach Scholarship Application
$1,000 Scholarship
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 1, 2024
Harris Scholarship
Minimum $1,000 Scholarship
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 1, 2024
Rocky Mountain Twist/Jore Corp Scholarship
$250 Scholarships!
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 31, 2024
Horatio Alger Scholarship
Up to $10,000 in Scholarship
Horatio Alger Scholarship Link
Deadline is March 15, 2024
CSKT Higher Education Scholarship Program
Up to $5,000/year
Additional Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is May 1, 2024
REACH HIGHER MONTANA
IT'S TIME SCHOLARSHIP!!!
One Application!! Multiple Scholarships!!
Deadline is March 1, 2024
Indian Impact Schools of Montana
Tuition Scholarship Program
4 - $2,500 Scholarships
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
American Indian College Fund
100 Scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $20,00 per year
Deadline is May 31, 2024
Mission Valley Cruisers
$500 Scholarship
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 1, 2024
Black Mountain Software Scholarship
2- $1,000 Scholarships
Take the Redirect
Applications also available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 15, 2024
Blackfoot Communications Scholarships
Deadlines vary, mostly in March!!
Deadline is approaching quickly!!
Added 12/12/2023
Blackfoot Communications Scholarships
Deadlines vary, mostly in March!!
2024 Coolidge Scholarship
America's Full Ride Scholarship!!
Room, Board, Tuition, and More!!!
Deadline is January 18, 2024
Added 11/9/2023
Montana Dept of Revenue
Alcoholic Beverage Control Division
Alcohol Responsibility Matters Scholarship
5 - $2,000 Scholarships
Application Available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is January 21, 2024
Added 11/2/2023
Dell Scholars
$20,000 +++
Deadline is December 1, 2023
Added 10/30/2023
Youth Serve Montana
100 - $1,000 and $1,500 Scholarships
Deadline is January 31, 2024
Added 10/4/2023
Montana Aviation Scholarships
$1,000 to $5,000 Scholarships Available
Deadline is November 17, 2023
Added 9/11/2023
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Up to $30,000 in Scholarship
Elks National Scholarship Application
Additional Applications available from the counselor
Deadline is November 13, 2023
Added 8/30/23
"Build a Better Future" Scholarship
$10,000 Scholarship
Deadline is March 1, 2024
Montana Wood Products Association Scholarship
$1,000 Scholarship
Deadline is September 30, 2023
Added 8/23/2023
Quest Bridge College Match
Full tuition and college related expenses!!
Deadline is September 26, 2023
Heisman High School Scholarship
$1,000-$10,000 in scholarship
Deadline is October 17, 2023
Coca Cola Scholars Program
$20,000 and $50,000 Scholarships Available
Coca Cola Scholarship Application
Deadline is October 2, 2023
The Hagan Scholarship
$6,000 per semester for 8 semesters +++
Deadline is December 1, 2023
The Gates Scholarship
Full Cost of Attendance to earn a Bachelor's Degree
Deadline is September 15, 2023
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Added 03/22/2023
P.E.O. Scholarship (Girls Only!)
$500 Scholarship
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 21, 2023
Added 02/27/2023
Added 02/15/2023
St. Luke Community Healthcare
Rosemary Miller Memorial College Scholarship
$500 Scholarship
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 17, 2023
Added 02/03/2030
Mission Valley Power Scholarship 2023
Additional copies available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 30, 2023
Added 01/18/2023
Mission Valley Masonic Lodge Scholarship
$1,000 Scholarships!!
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 10, 2023
Mail Applications to:
Roland Rubel III
Mission Valley Masonic Lodge Scholarship
PO Box 239
Polson, MT 59860
Montana Odd Fellow/Rebekah Scholarship
Must have a GPA of less than 3.0!!
Several $500 Scholarships
Applications Available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 15, 2023
Elks Lodge Legacy Scholarship
$4000 Scholarship
Deadline is February 6, 2023
Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships
Multiple Scholarships for Multiple Fields of Study in Varied Amounts
Deadline is January 31, 2023!
George M. Harris and Faye Taber Harris Scholarship
Scholarship Amount Varies
Additional information is available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 3, 2023
Added 11/28/22
Hellroaring Detachment 1041
Frank Butler 2022-23 Scholarship
$500 Minimum Scholarship
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is May 15, 2023
Foundation for Rural Service Scholarship
Up to $2,500
Deadline is February 8, 2023
StudentScholarships.org
Amazing Link to Multiple Opportunities!
Various Dates and Deadlines
The Sullivan Leadership Award
4-year tuition, room and board at Seattle University - A $218, 820 value!!
Deadline is November 30, 2022
Equitable Excellence Scholarship
$2,500, $10,000 and $25,000 Scholarship
Equitable Excellence Scholarship
Deadline is December 16, 2022 or until 11,000 applications are received
Dell Scholars Program
$20,000 in Scholarhip + so much more
Deadline is December 1, 2022
Pride Foundation LGBTQ Scholarship
$400,000 Available in Scholarship
Deadline January 6, 2023
Valley Bank Community Scholarship
Up to $1,500 Scholarship
Application and materials available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is November 30, 2022
Black Mountain Software Scholarship
2- $1,000 Scholarships
Applications also available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 14, 2023
No Bros Allowed: Here Are 140 Scholarships Just for Women!
Various Deadlines!
Check Them Out!
Intertribal Timber Council Scholarship
(Truman D. Picard Scholarship)
$2,500 Scholarships
Application Information is available from your GEAR UP Liaison
or
InterTribal Timber Council Scholarship Link
Deadline is Friday, March 10, 2023
Montana Community Foundation
Scholarships range from $500 to $5000
Deadline is March 17, 2023
Tuition Funding Sources
Scholarship Database with $$BILLIONS$$ of Scholarships!!
Each Scholarship Has Its Own Deadline!!
Raise.me
Earn Micro Scholarships for being a high school student!
University of Montana and Carroll College are available!
Different Colleges have different sign up deadlines!
Reach Higher Montana Scholarship
80 - $1,000 Scholarships
Deadline is January 15, 2023
American Indian College Fund Scholarships
Multiple Awards for Native American Students
Individual Application Link!!!
Deadlines Vary! Apply Anyways!!!
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
20 - $10,000 Scholarships
Deadline is January 5, 2023 or 25,000 Applications
Montana State University - Bozeman Scholarships
Multiple Scholarships for incoming freshmen
Various Deadlines
FVCC Eagle Scholarship
Scholarships range from $500 to $1,000
Scholarships are on a first come, first served basis!! Apply NOW!!
Deadline is February 15, 2023
HORATIO ALGER
MONTANA UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
UP TO $15,000
OPENS December 15, 2022
DEADLINE IS MARCH 15, 2023
Hilleman Scholars Program
Upto $16,000 over 4 years + additional benefits
Application Deadline is February 3, 2023
Montana University System Honor Scholarship
Montana's STEM and Healthcare Scholarship
Application Deadline is March 15, 2023
Montana Food Distributors Association
$1,000 Scholarship
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 12, 2023
Added 8/10/22
Gianforte Trade and Technology Scholarship
$500-$1,000 per semester
Fall Deadline is September 15
Spring Deadline is February 15
Added 3/14/2022
Added 3/3/2022
Sandpiper Art Gallery
Art Scholarship
Scholarships up to $1500
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is May 1, 2022
Added 3/2/2022
The Muralt Family Foundation Scholarship
$1,000 Scholarship
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 31, 2022 at 11:30 am
Local Scholarship Packets Available!!
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 31, 2022
Added 2/23/2022
Mission Valley Power
Employee Student Scholarship
Up To $750
Applications are also available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 31, 2022
Added 02/11/2022
Montana Coroner's Association
$500 Scholarship
Application information available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 30, 2022
Montana Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association
2 - $1,500 Scholarship
Seeking a Career in Law Enforcement
Applications available from you GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 15, 2022
Horse Creek Scholarship
$1,500 Scholarship
Deadline is March 20, 2022!
Added 02/02/2022
Montana Contractor's Association Scholarships
$500 Scholarship
Deadline is April 15, 2022
Added 01/27/2022
Okhichanye Scholarship
Native Agriculture Steward Scholarship
11- $5,000 Scholarships
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 30, 2022 at 4:00 PM MST!
Added 01/21/2022
Ken Rohrenbach Scholarship
Presented by
Lake County Job Service
$1,000 Scholarship
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 1, 2022!
Added 01/19/2022
American Indian Graduate Center
Accenture Native American Scholarship Fund
5-Funded Scholarships
Deadline is June 1, 2022
American Fire Sprinkler Association
10 - $2,000 Scholarships
Deadline is April 1, 2022
Added 01/14/2022
Added 01/10/2022
DJ&A's Diversity Scholarship
5 - $1,000 to $5,000 Scholarship
Application Deadline is February 28, 2022
Added 01/05/2022
The Prudential Spirit of Community Scholarship
Up to $10,000 in Scholarship
Deadline is November 4, 2021
Added 9/9/2021
Joan and Wesley Buffington Trust
$1,000 Grant
Deadline is September 15, 2021
Added 9/3/2021
Dickinson State University
Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program
$3,000 and $4,000 Scholarships
Priority Deadline is November 1, 2021
Blackfoot Student Connection Program
Fund available up to $100
Available throughout the 2021-2022 School Year
Diversity Fly-In Programs
Multiple Colleges Offering Free College Visit Travel
Multiple Deadlines
Apply Now!!!
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship
Up to $40,000 per year + Personal Advising
Deadline is November 18, 2021
United States Senate Youth Program
2 - $10,000 Scholarships
Deadline is October 4, 2021
Added 3/30/2021
P.E.O. Nursing Scholarship
$600 Scholarship
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 15, 2021
Added 1/18/2021
USDA Tribal Scholars Program
Scholarships for students attending SKC or other Montana Tribal colleges.
Deadline is January 31, 2021
Added 11/30/2020
JLV College Counseling Scholarships!
Too Many Scholarships to List!!!!
Multiple Deadlines Every Month!
Missoula College Gallagher Scholarship
$2000 Scholarships
Deadline is March 1, 2021
The American Indian Education Foundation
Scholarship Program
Multiple Scholarships!!!
American Indian Education Foundation
PB&J Scholarship
$500 and $1,000 Scholarships
Deadline(s) is/are December 31, 2020 and May 31, 2021
Mark K. Ulmer Memorial
Native American Scholarships Foundation
6 - $4,000 Scholarships
Native American Scholarship Foundation
Deadline is February 1, 2021
November is National Scholarship Month and Reach Higher Montana has got you covered with Stick with Scholarships. High school students have a chance to win one of four $500 scholarships, and additional prizes by posting a picture of one of our stickers to Instagram or Facebook.
To enter, students need to:
Take a picture of one of our stickers stuck on an object (water bottle, notebook, laptop, etc.)
Post the picture on Instagram or Facebook.
Tag @ReachHigherMontana
Follow us on Instagram or Facebook. BONUS get two entries if you follow us on both.
Stickers Available from your GEAR UP Liaison!!
Deadline is November 30, 2020
Scholarships for the Class of 2025!
Added 9/20/2024
Montana Jaycee Foundation Scholarships
Each year, the U.S. Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation grants $1,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan to continue their education at an accredited post-secondary college or university. Scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who plan to attend an accredited vocational or industrial school.
For college or university scholarship: GPA of 3.75 and above
For vocational or industrial scholarship: GPA of 3.25 and above
Deadline: January 17, 2025
Added 9/20/2024
An intensive week-long educational experience and scholarship sponsored by the Hearst Foundations and the United States Senate for outstanding high school students who are interested in pursuing careers in public service.
The 63rd annual United States Senate Youth Program Washington Week is March 1–8, 2025. All student delegates will partake in the comprehensive, interactive leadership program, and each will receive the $10,000 college scholarship in the name of the United States Senate. Washington Week and the scholarship are one inseparable award.
Eligibility:
Be a junior or senior in a Montana public, private, or charter high school.
Hold a leadership position for the entire school year representing a constituency in any one of the following student government, civic, or educational organizations. Leadership roles are subject to verification and judgement of the state selection administrator.
Student body president, vice president, secretary, or treasurer
Class president, vice president, secretary, or treasurer
Student Council representative
National Honor Society officer
Student representative elected or appointed (by a panel, commission, or board) to a local, district, regional, state-level civic, service, and/or educational organization
Deadline: Completed electronic application packet with attachments must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m., Monday, October 7, 2024.
Added 9/15/2024
$7,500 each semester for 8 semesters (up to $60,000 total)
Eligibility: The applicant must have a 3.5 cumulative GPA and an Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2023 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000.
Deadline: Dec. 1, 2024
Added 9/10/2024
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship. Applicants are evaluated on leadership, academics, and service.
$20,000
Deadline: Sept. 30, 2024 (5p.m. EDT)
Added 9/10/2024
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student
Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.
The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships ranging from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year!
Eligibility: Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
Deadline: Nov. 12, 2024 (11:59 p.m. Pacific Time)
End for Class of 2025
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Current Available Scholarships 2023-2024
Added 3/14/2024
Character Counts Scholarship
$500 Scholarship
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is May 3, 2024
Added 3/12/20224
Northwest Montana United Way
Workforce Development Scholarship
2 - $500 Scholarships
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 5, 2024
Added 3/04/2024
Montana Clerk and Recorder's Scholarship
2 - $1,000 Scholarships
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 15, 2024
Added 2/29/2024
St. Luke Community Hospital
Rosemary Miller Memorial Scholarship
$500 Scholarships
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 15, 2024
Added 2/19/2024
The Odd Fellow adn Rebekah Lodges of Montana Scholarship
$500 Scholarship
Must have GPA of 3.0 or LESS!!
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 10, 2024
Added 2/14/2024
Montana Contractor's Association
$1,500 Scholarships Avaialable
Deadline is April 26, 2024
Montana Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association Scholarship
$1,500 Scholarship for law enforcement education
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 15, 2024
Naett P. Sharp Scholarship
$500 Scholarship
Any future plans!
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 28, 2024 at 11:45 am
Lake County Job Service
2023 Ken Rohrenbach Scholarship Application
$1,000 Scholarship
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 1, 2024
Harris Scholarship
Minimum $1,000 Scholarship
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 1, 2024
Rocky Mountain Twist/Jore Corp Scholarship
$250 Scholarships!
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 31, 2024
Horatio Alger Scholarship
Up to $10,000 in Scholarship
Horatio Alger Scholarship Link
Deadline is March 15, 2024
CSKT Higher Education Scholarship Program
Up to $5,000/year
Additional Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is May 1, 2024
REACH HIGHER MONTANA
IT'S TIME SCHOLARSHIP!!!
One Application!! Multiple Scholarships!!
Deadline is March 1, 2024
Indian Impact Schools of Montana
Tuition Scholarship Program
4 - $2,500 Scholarships
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
American Indian College Fund
100 Scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $20,00 per year
Deadline is May 31, 2024
Mission Valley Cruisers
$500 Scholarship
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 1, 2024
Black Mountain Software Scholarship
2- $1,000 Scholarships
Take the Redirect
Applications also available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 15, 2024
Blackfoot Communications Scholarships
Deadlines vary, mostly in March!!
Deadline is approaching quickly!!
Added 12/12/2023
Blackfoot Communications Scholarships
Deadlines vary, mostly in March!!
2024 Coolidge Scholarship
America's Full Ride Scholarship!!
Room, Board, Tuition, and More!!!
Deadline is January 18, 2024
Added 11/9/2023
Montana Dept of Revenue
Alcoholic Beverage Control Division
Alcohol Responsibility Matters Scholarship
5 - $2,000 Scholarships
Application Available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is January 21, 2024
Added 11/2/2023
Dell Scholars
$20,000 +++
Deadline is December 1, 2023
Added 10/30/2023
Youth Serve Montana
100 - $1,000 and $1,500 Scholarships
Deadline is January 31, 2024
Added 10/4/2023
Montana Aviation Scholarships
$1,000 to $5,000 Scholarships Available
Deadline is November 17, 2023
Added 9/11/2023
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Up to $30,000 in Scholarship
Elks National Scholarship Application
Additional Applications available from the counselor
Deadline is November 13, 2023
Added 8/30/23
"Build a Better Future" Scholarship
$10,000 Scholarship
Deadline is March 1, 2024
Montana Wood Products Association Scholarship
$1,000 Scholarship
Deadline is September 30, 2023
Added 8/23/2023
Quest Bridge College Match
Full tuition and college related expenses!!
Deadline is September 26, 2023
Heisman High School Scholarship
$1,000-$10,000 in scholarship
Deadline is October 17, 2023
Coca Cola Scholars Program
$20,000 and $50,000 Scholarships Available
Coca Cola Scholarship Application
Deadline is October 2, 2023
The Hagan Scholarship
$6,000 per semester for 8 semesters +++
Deadline is December 1, 2023
The Gates Scholarship
Full Cost of Attendance to earn a Bachelor's Degree
Deadline is September 15, 2023
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Added 03/22/2023
P.E.O. Scholarship (Girls Only!)
$500 Scholarship
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 21, 2023
Added 02/27/2023
Added 02/15/2023
St. Luke Community Healthcare
Rosemary Miller Memorial College Scholarship
$500 Scholarship
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 17, 2023
Added 02/03/2030
Mission Valley Power Scholarship 2023
Additional copies available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 30, 2023
Added 01/18/2023
Mission Valley Masonic Lodge Scholarship
$1,000 Scholarships!!
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 10, 2023
Mail Applications to:
Roland Rubel III
Mission Valley Masonic Lodge Scholarship
PO Box 239
Polson, MT 59860
Montana Odd Fellow/Rebekah Scholarship
Must have a GPA of less than 3.0!!
Several $500 Scholarships
Applications Available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 15, 2023
Elks Lodge Legacy Scholarship
$4000 Scholarship
Deadline is February 6, 2023
Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships
Multiple Scholarships for Multiple Fields of Study in Varied Amounts
Deadline is January 31, 2023!
George M. Harris and Faye Taber Harris Scholarship
Scholarship Amount Varies
Additional information is available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 3, 2023
Added 11/28/22
Hellroaring Detachment 1041
Frank Butler 2022-23 Scholarship
$500 Minimum Scholarship
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is May 15, 2023
Foundation for Rural Service Scholarship
Up to $2,500
Deadline is February 8, 2023
StudentScholarships.org
Amazing Link to Multiple Opportunities!
Various Dates and Deadlines
The Sullivan Leadership Award
4-year tuition, room and board at Seattle University - A $218, 820 value!!
Deadline is November 30, 2022
Equitable Excellence Scholarship
$2,500, $10,000 and $25,000 Scholarship
Equitable Excellence Scholarship
Deadline is December 16, 2022 or until 11,000 applications are received
Dell Scholars Program
$20,000 in Scholarhip + so much more
Deadline is December 1, 2022
Pride Foundation LGBTQ Scholarship
$400,000 Available in Scholarship
Deadline January 6, 2023
Valley Bank Community Scholarship
Up to $1,500 Scholarship
Application and materials available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is November 30, 2022
Black Mountain Software Scholarship
2- $1,000 Scholarships
Applications also available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 14, 2023
No Bros Allowed: Here Are 140 Scholarships Just for Women!
Various Deadlines!
Check Them Out!
Intertribal Timber Council Scholarship
(Truman D. Picard Scholarship)
$2,500 Scholarships
Application Information is available from your GEAR UP Liaison
or
InterTribal Timber Council Scholarship Link
Deadline is Friday, March 10, 2023
Montana Community Foundation
Scholarships range from $500 to $5000
Deadline is March 17, 2023
Tuition Funding Sources
Scholarship Database with $$BILLIONS$$ of Scholarships!!
Each Scholarship Has Its Own Deadline!!
Raise.me
Earn Micro Scholarships for being a high school student!
University of Montana and Carroll College are available!
Different Colleges have different sign up deadlines!
Reach Higher Montana Scholarship
80 - $1,000 Scholarships
Deadline is January 15, 2023
American Indian College Fund Scholarships
Multiple Awards for Native American Students
Individual Application Link!!!
Deadlines Vary! Apply Anyways!!!
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
20 - $10,000 Scholarships
Deadline is January 5, 2023 or 25,000 Applications
Montana State University - Bozeman Scholarships
Multiple Scholarships for incoming freshmen
Various Deadlines
FVCC Eagle Scholarship
Scholarships range from $500 to $1,000
Scholarships are on a first come, first served basis!! Apply NOW!!
Deadline is February 15, 2023
HORATIO ALGER
MONTANA UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
UP TO $15,000
OPENS December 15, 2022
DEADLINE IS MARCH 15, 2023
Hilleman Scholars Program
Upto $16,000 over 4 years + additional benefits
Application Deadline is February 3, 2023
Montana University System Honor Scholarship
Montana's STEM and Healthcare Scholarship
Application Deadline is March 15, 2023
Montana Food Distributors Association
$1,000 Scholarship
Applications available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 12, 2023
Added 8/10/22
Gianforte Trade and Technology Scholarship
$500-$1,000 per semester
Fall Deadline is September 15
Spring Deadline is February 15
Added 3/14/2022
Added 3/3/2022
Sandpiper Art Gallery
Art Scholarship
Scholarships up to $1500
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is May 1, 2022
Added 3/2/2022
The Muralt Family Foundation Scholarship
$1,000 Scholarship
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 31, 2022 at 11:30 am
Local Scholarship Packets Available!!
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 31, 2022
Added 2/23/2022
Mission Valley Power
Employee Student Scholarship
Up To $750
Applications are also available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 31, 2022
Added 02/11/2022
Montana Coroner's Association
$500 Scholarship
Application information available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 30, 2022
Montana Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association
2 - $1,500 Scholarship
Seeking a Career in Law Enforcement
Applications available from you GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 15, 2022
Horse Creek Scholarship
$1,500 Scholarship
Deadline is March 20, 2022!
Added 02/02/2022
Montana Contractor's Association Scholarships
$500 Scholarship
Deadline is April 15, 2022
Added 01/27/2022
Okhichanye Scholarship
Native Agriculture Steward Scholarship
11- $5,000 Scholarships
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 30, 2022 at 4:00 PM MST!
Added 01/21/2022
Ken Rohrenbach Scholarship
Presented by
Lake County Job Service
$1,000 Scholarship
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is March 1, 2022!
Added 01/19/2022
American Indian Graduate Center
Accenture Native American Scholarship Fund
5-Funded Scholarships
Deadline is June 1, 2022
American Fire Sprinkler Association
10 - $2,000 Scholarships
Deadline is April 1, 2022
Added 01/14/2022
Added 01/10/2022
DJ&A's Diversity Scholarship
5 - $1,000 to $5,000 Scholarship
Application Deadline is February 28, 2022
Added 01/05/2022
The Prudential Spirit of Community Scholarship
Up to $10,000 in Scholarship
Deadline is November 4, 2021
Added 9/9/2021
Joan and Wesley Buffington Trust
$1,000 Grant
Deadline is September 15, 2021
Added 9/3/2021
Dickinson State University
Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program
$3,000 and $4,000 Scholarships
Priority Deadline is November 1, 2021
Blackfoot Student Connection Program
Fund available up to $100
Available throughout the 2021-2022 School Year
Diversity Fly-In Programs
Multiple Colleges Offering Free College Visit Travel
Multiple Deadlines
Apply Now!!!
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship
Up to $40,000 per year + Personal Advising
Deadline is November 18, 2021
United States Senate Youth Program
2 - $10,000 Scholarships
Deadline is October 4, 2021
Added 3/30/2021
P.E.O. Nursing Scholarship
$600 Scholarship
Applications are available from your GEAR UP Liaison
Deadline is April 15, 2021
Added 1/18/2021
USDA Tribal Scholars Program
Scholarships for students attending SKC or other Montana Tribal colleges.
Deadline is January 31, 2021
Added 11/30/2020
JLV College Counseling Scholarships!
Too Many Scholarships to List!!!!
Multiple Deadlines Every Month!
Missoula College Gallagher Scholarship
$2000 Scholarships
Deadline is March 1, 2021
The American Indian Education Foundation
Scholarship Program
Multiple Scholarships!!!
American Indian Education Foundation
PB&J Scholarship
$500 and $1,000 Scholarships
Deadline(s) is/are December 31, 2020 and May 31, 2021
Mark K. Ulmer Memorial
Native American Scholarships Foundation
6 - $4,000 Scholarships
Native American Scholarship Foundation
Deadline is February 1, 2021
November is National Scholarship Month and Reach Higher Montana has got you covered with Stick with Scholarships. High school students have a chance to win one of four $500 scholarships, and additional prizes by posting a picture of one of our stickers to Instagram or Facebook.
To enter, students need to:
Take a picture of one of our stickers stuck on an object (water bottle, notebook, laptop, etc.)
Post the picture on Instagram or Facebook.
Tag @ReachHigherMontana
Follow us on Instagram or Facebook. BONUS get two entries if you follow us on both.
Stickers Available from your GEAR UP Liaison!!
Deadline is November 30, 2020