Scholarships
Southeast Tech offers Build Dakota Scholarships and Southeast Tech Foundation Scholarships. By completing just one application, you will be considered for all scholarships for which you qualify.
The scholarship application deadline for the 2019-20 academic year has closed. The scholarship application window for the 2020-21 academic year is Nov. 1, 2019 - March 31, 2020.
How to Apply for Scholarships
- Apply for Admission. Apply for admission to Southeast Tech, and complete the admissions process. Scholarship offers cannot be made until you are accepted into a program of study.
- Complete the Scholarship Application. By completing just one application, you will be considered for all scholarships for which you qualify – the Build Dakota Scholarship and Southeast Tech Foundation Scholarships.
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About Build Dakota Scholarships
When you choose a high-need workforce program identified through the Build Dakota Scholarship program, you become eligible for a full-ride scholarship covering 100% of your program, including tuition, fees, books, uniforms and tools.
How Does Build Dakota Work?
- Be accepted into an academic program eligible for a Build Dakota Scholarship.
- You must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible.
- You may be of any age and from any state to be eligible.
- If you are awarded the scholarship, you must commit to stay in South Dakota to work in your field of study for three years.
- As a Build Dakota Scholar, you must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
- As a Build Dakota Scholar, if you do not maintain compliance with the scholarship requirements, you will have to pay back the scholarship.
ELIGIBLE BUILD DAKOTA PROGRAMS
- Transportation Technology
- Industrial Technology
- Engineering Technology
- Electronics
- Information Technology/Computer Information Systems
- Health Care and Medical Technology
INCREASE YOUR ODDS FOR BUILD DAKOTA WITH AN INDUSTRY SPONSOR
- Southeast Tech annually receives more than 300 applications for Build Dakota.
- Increase your odds to receive a Build Dakota Scholarship by being matched to an Industry Sponsor.
- An Industry Sponsor is a company that is hiring for the program you have chosen.
- That company will pay half your scholarship, and Southeast Tech will match it.
You can increase your chances at earning a Build Dakota Scholarship when you partner with an industry sponsor.
- Southeast Tech annually receives more than 300 applications for Build Dakota.
- Increase your odds to receive a Build Dakota Scholarship by being matched to an Industry Sponsor.
- An Industry Sponsor is a company that is hiring for the program you have chosen.
- That company will pay half your scholarship, and Southeast Tech will match it.
HOW DOES THE INDUSTRY MATCH PROCESS WORK?
Once you submit your Build Dakota Scholarship application materials, our industry sponsors will review your application materials. Then, they will schedule interviews with applicants they choose. Finally, they will extend sponsorship offers to their selected Build Dakota student(s).
Southeast Tech Cannot Guarantee an Industry Sponsor – Please note that Southeast Tech cannot guarantee a student will be connected with an Industry Sponsor. Nor can Southeast Tech guarantee a student will be offered an internship or employment with an Industry Sponsor. All terms and commitments of accepting a sponsor are between the student and the company.
Southeast Tech Will Award Non-Industry Sponsor Build Dakota Scholarships – Southeast Tech will also be awarding dozens of full-ride Build Dakota Scholarships that are not connected to Industry Partners. So, even if you are not selected by an Industry Sponsor, your application materials will still be reviewed and considered for a Build Dakota Scholarship.
The Forward Sioux Falls Build Dakota Grant provides companies with the opportunity to get additional funding that they can use to leverage the Build Dakota Scholarship program to grow their workforce.
Under The Southeast Tech Foundation’s Sponsor A Scholar 50/50 Match Program, industry partners who sponsor a Build Dakota student with half of the total college expenses can request funds from the Build Dakota Scholarship for the remaining expenses to create a full ride scholarship for the student selected by the industry partner. Students selected by an industry sponsor are bound by the Build Dakota Scholarship requirements and any additional requirements arranged between them and their industry sponsor.
The Forward Sioux Falls Build Dakota Grant offers members of The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, Forward Sioux Falls, and The Sioux Falls Development Foundation the opportunity to apply for a grant that would offset one-third of the industry investment into the Sponsor A Scholar 50/50 Match program at Southeast Tech.
Example of Forward Sioux Falls Build Dakota Grant Breakdown
- Build Dakota Scholarship Match $8,000
- Forward Sioux Falls $2,600
- Industry Investment $5,400
- Total Student Scholarship $16,000
Covers tuition, fees, books, supplies and tools needed for program completion
For more information, contact Paula Hawks at paula.hawks@southeasttech.edu.
About Southeast Tech Scholarships
Current and newly accepted students to Southeast Tech are eligible for Foundation Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded by the Southeast Tech Foundation and are funded by annual and endowed gifts to the college. The scholarships typically range from $500‒$1,000 annually, and each scholarship has unique eligibility criteria.
Do you have questions about Build Dakota or Foundation Scholarships? Call the Southeast Tech Admissions Office at (605) 367-6040 or email Admissions@southeasttech.edu.
South Dakota Opportunity Scholarships
If you receive a South Dakota Opportunity Scholarship, please let our Financial Aid office know.
This scholarship is designated for the most academically accomplished high school graduates to receive an affordable education at any university, college, or technical school in South Dakota that is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The South Dakota Opportunity Scholarship provides $5,000 over four years to a qualifying student who attends an eligible higher education institution in South Dakota.
More about the requirements, awards, and application process can be found here.
Third-Party Scholarships
In addition to scholarships provided through Southeast Tech, multiple local, state, and federal scholarships are available for students as well.
OUR PROGRAM:
We are offering 4 currently enrolled students or high school seniors who are pursuing post-secondary education an opportunity to be awarded $2,000 in tuition assistance towards their upcoming semester! This scholarship is ongoing and will be available for both the spring and fall semesters each year.
Those students who have exceptional drive and ambition should submit a 700-1500 word essay to scholarships@americanmuscle.com telling us who you are and how you plan on using your automotive education to incite positive change and innovation within the custom car industry. All entries must be submitted as a PDF or Microsoft Word document to be eligible for consideration and must also be accompanied by proof of current enrollment in an accredited United States college or university.
Please submit your essays by 12:00PM EST on October 15th for all spring semester applicants and by June 15th for all fall applicants. Winning scholarships will be paid directly to the school as a tuition payment.
Winners will be selected by November 15th for all spring contestants and by July 15th for fall applicants.
This is a permanent program that is offered every year and is open for submissions each spring and fall semester!
WHO IS ELIGIBLE:
Only students currently enrolled full-time in an American college, technical institute, or high school seniors planning to attend a college or post-secondary institution are eligible to be awarded a scholarship through this program.
AmericanMuscle Student Scholarships are non-renewable, however, winning applicants may re-enter in future contests by writing and resubmitting a new essay. Only one essay per student, per semester is allowed.
Scholarships are restricted to those students pursuing an automotive degree or related field of study.
All applicants must include some form of proof of enrollment when submitting applications to scholarships@americanmuscle.com.
Scholarship info located here.
Two scholarships for $2,000 each are awarded twice a year (4 scholarships total) to students who are currently enrolled full-time in a secondary vocational school, technical institute, or are high school seniors who are enrolled in one of the aforementioned institutes. Two scholarships will be awarded for the fall semester and two scholarships will be awarded for the spring semester each year.
Scholarship Details
At AmericanTrucks we are passionate about our mission to serve the community that supports us. We've recognized a growing trend in the building trades industry. Educational programs are receiving a lot of attention from national leaders and it’s our goal to be involved in a meaningful way.
With that in mind, we are pleased to offer four $2000 scholarships to students pursuing a career in the traditional building trades such as HVAC, carpentry, electrical, or related fields of study.
Two scholarships will be awarded for the fall semester, and two scholarships will be awarded for the spring semester each year.
Click here for further details.
Engineering Technology Students: ASHRAE is an organization that students should be involved with in order to be qualified for an ASHRAE scholarship. For more information visit their website:
www.ashrae.org/studentsProviding elevated opportunities for American Indian and Alaska Native college students through empowering them with an engaging scholarship experience designed to support their success in higher education.
IEI offers a variety of scholarship opportunity for all levels of post-secondary education (after high school). The Cobell Scholarship is a merit and need-based scholarship available to students who exhibit the following qualifications:
- Enrolled full-time in a non-profit post-secondary institution
- Enrolled member of a US Federally-Recognized Tribe
- Competitive Grade Point Average (GPA)
- Demonstration of unmet need
For more information regarding all scholarship opportunities, please visit cobellscholar.org
Too many Americans think a four-year degree is the only path to a successful career. Build Dakota and the mikeroweWORKS Foundation are working to change that.
The new Finish Strong Scholarship will award up to 10 second-year tech students with $5,000 for tuition. If you’re entering your last year at a South Dakota tech school—and aren’t afraid of a little hard work—we invite you to apply.
More Information
First Dakota offers scholarships ranging from $1,000 - $5,000 up to a total of $25,000.
There are many reasons why you should apply for the First Dakota Scholarship:
- The cost of college or technical school tuition and housing is more than it used to be.
- The First Dakota scholarship is money you don’t have to pay back!
- First Dakota is making an investment in you to help pay your educational expenses.
All applicants must have a First Dakota Checking account to qualify. Applications need to be postmarked by March 12, 2019. Contact any First Dakota location for an application or download at FirstDakota.com/scholarship.
First Dakota was founded in 1872 and holds the first bank charter issued in all of Dakota Territory. It has 19 full-service banking locations in 14 South Dakota cities. It also has six loan production offices throughout South Dakota and Nebraska.
The Mensa Education and Research Foundation is offering scholarships for students of all ages. The application period is open from September 15 through January 15. Find out more by visiting mensafoundation.org or by calling 888.294.8035 ext 5509.
The National Farmworker Jobs Program, administered through Black Hills Special Services Cooperative, has resources available to students and job seekers who meet eligibility criteria.
Eligibility Criteria includes individuals who:
- Has worked as a Seasonal Farm/Ranch Hand in the last 2 years OR
- Has worked as a Migrant Farm/Ranch Hand in the last 2 years, AND
- Meets low-income guidelines AND
- Complies with Selective Service Registration
For individuals who are eligible for the program, her/his dependent family members automatically qualify as well.
Some of the resources available through the program include:
- Stipend of $500 per year for school
- Rent assistance up to $300
- Fuel assistance for transportation
- Grocery assistance
Individuals who believe they may be a candidate for this program should contact:
- East River Area
- 800.726.9026 or 605.367.5300
Funding for the scholarship program is generated through a $10 fee charged to LPNs and RNs at the time of licensure. The number and amount of each scholarship is determined annually by South Dakota Board of Nursing, not to exceed $1,000 per academic year.
Scholarships may be used only for direct education expenses such as tuition, books, and fees. Room and board are not considered direct educational expenses.
Eligibility & Instructions
Students in Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN), Registered Nursing (RN)and Advanced Practice Registered Nursing (APRN) programs must submit the Scholarship Application directly to the Board.
RN and APRN applications are due by June 1 and awardees will be selected during the July Board of Nursing meeting. All applicants will be notified of selection. Scholarship payments will be made at the start of the fall and spring semesters.
LPN applications are due by October 1 and awardees will be selected during the November Board of Nursing meeting. All applicants will be notified of selection. Scholarship payments will be made at the start of the spring semester.
Information is available at this site on the board of nursing web page: http://doh.sd.gov/boards/nursing/loan.aspx
Deadline for RN students in May 31, for LPN it is September 30 of each year.
POET Never Satisfied Scholarships are open to students enrolled for Fall Semester 2019 in any two- or four-year post-secondary school, regardless of major or GPA. Never Satisfied Scholars receive up to $5,000 each, and will have the opportunity to visit the POET Sioux Falls campus during the school year.
Apply at poet.com/scholarship
The PTAC Crew Scholarship will be awarding one student $1,500. Candidates must be studying the HVAC trade at an accredited vocational or technical school. To qualify, you must be attending classes or planning to attend classes in an HVAC or HVAC-related program during the 2019-20 school year. https://ptaccrew.com/scholarship Sanford Health is accepting applications for four $5,000 scholarships awarded annually to veterans, Guard/Reserve members or active duty military service members who have demonstrated leadership and commitment in their community.
The Sanford Health Military and Veteran Scholarship honors those who have furthered their own progress and enriched the lives of others, especially in service, academics and community involvement.
Interested students should download and complete the application, which is due Aug. 31.
Applicants must be a veteran, Guard/Reserve or active-duty military service member and a full-time student pursing a bachelor’s, graduate or professional degree from an accredited U.S.-based institution of higher education. They must also have at least one full year of education remaining.
The scholarship is administered by the Sanford Health Department of Veterans and Military Services and was created as part of the health system’s efforts to serve veterans and military personnel through patient care, employment opportunities and community outreach.
Sanford Health launched the scholarship program last year, handing out awards to students at Augustana University, Dakota Wesleyan University, North Dakota State University and the University of Mary.
There are several scholarships available online for students attending technical schools. Please review the applications at www.sfacf.org
The Sioux Falls Business & Professional Women's organization is pleased to announce that we will be awarding two $500 scholarships this year to be used for post-secondary education expenses.
To complete and submit an online application for consideration, please click on the following link or copy and paste the following link into your web browser.
http://www.siouxfallsbpw.com/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=620359&module_id=270478
From the Home Page, scroll down till you see the Scholarship icon and click. This will bring up the Scholarship information and a red button entitled "2019 SCHOLARSHIP FORM" to begin the application. You will be required to enter your first & last name and email address to begin.
Application deadline is 5/1/2019. Awards will be presented at our August Membership Meeting.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS AND SELECTION CRITERIA
The Yankton Medical Clinic, P.C. has been providing quality healthcare services to the residents of south-central and southeastern South Dakota and northeastern Nebraska for over 60 years. We strive to meet the unique and increasing healthcare needs of our region, because our commitment is to you and your family.
Through our strong desire to promote higher education and to provide resources for our youth to seek higher education, the Yankton Medical Clinic, P.C. will be awarding one $1,000 scholarship to a student enrolled in a laboratory, radiology, respiratory therapy or nursing program, which will be used for educational costs of attending an institution of higher learning.
QUALIFICATIONS
Each applicant must be currently enrolled in a laboratory, radiology, respiratory therapy or nursing program. Preference will be given to those with an intention to return to work in one of the above mentioned fields within a 50 mile radius of Yankton, SD.
Application found here.
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