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    SDSWMA Scholarship

    Dakota State University · College program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

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    Award

    $1,000 to $4,000

    $1,000 - $4,000

    Deadline

    Jan 15, 2027

    65 days left

    Checked against the official page on Nov 11, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    This program helps students who are pursuing vocational trade degrees in fields such as commercial driving, heavy equipment operations, diesel technology, environmental technology, and computer systems. Applicants must plan to enroll in the upcoming fall semester. While academic transcripts are required, selection is based primarily on the applicant's personal dedication, future career goals, and financial need rather than grade point averages. Preference is given to residents of South Dakota who plan to attend in-state post-secondary institutions.

    Who can apply

    • Resident of South Dakota
    • High school student or Undergraduate
    • 12th grade or College 1st year or College 2nd year or College 3rd year or College 4th year
    • Shows financial need on the FAFSA or state aid application
    • Usable at: 2-year college, 4-year college, technical or trade school, public college, private college
    • Preference is given to South Dakota residents intending to study at South Dakota colleges. Must intend to enroll for the fall semester.

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    Award details

    Amount
    $1,000 to $4,000
    Number of awards
    Not stated
    Renewable
    One-time or not stated
    Merit-based
    Not stated
    Need-based
    Yes
    Essay required
    Yes

    Key dates

    1. Applications open

      Open now or not stated

    2. Deadline

      Jan 15, 2027

    3. Winners notified

      Not stated

    As published: January 15

    How to apply

    1. Submit a cover letter detailing your interests, background, work history, financial need, and career goals, along with a recent transcript, three letters of reference, and an acceptance certificate if you are a high school senior, via email or mail.
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    Provider and source

    Provider
    Dakota State University
    Last verified
    Nov 11, 2026

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    Where you can use it

    This award is for students at Dakota State University.

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