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Pursuing Scholarships is Worth the College Savings

Unlike student loans, scholarships are free money that do not have to be repaid. But it takes some effort to receive scholarship funds.

Even if it's only $100, apply. For every $100 you might win, that's $100 less you'll have to borrow. On the average student loan, you'll pay nearly $2 for every dollar borrowed. Don't overlook small, local scholarships, and don’t let applying for larger scholarships intimidate you.

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We have restructured our scholarship webpage!

If you click on the following tabs you will see for Helena College Scholarships, Nursing and Rescue Scholarships, and the Trades Scholarships that we have reorganized them! Be sure to click on the orange links in each tab to see which scholarships we are offering and what semester those funds will be applied to!

This Month's Scholarships

Here are all the scholarships that you can apply for this month!

  • Best Beginnings Child Care Scholarship
    The Early Childhood Services Bureau offers Best Beginnings child care scholarships to qualified low-income families whose child receives care from a licensed child care center, licensed group or family child care home, or Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) child care provider. Each family participates in the cost of that care by making a copayment based on a sliding fee scale. Scholarships are available to work families whose income is at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines and families who get cash assistance through the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. Due date: Continuous 
  • Gene Hass Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in the CNC Machining or Metals Technology Program at Helena College.; Award: $1,393.67; Funds for spring 2025, Extended Due date: Feb. 21st, 2025
  • Harold Hamm Scholarship
    Currently enrolled and soon to graduate in Aviation Maintenance Technology at Helena College; submit an essay; Award: 1 x $500; Funds for spring 2025, Extended Due date: Feb. 21st, 2025
  • Everett Potter Memorial Scholarship
    For students currently enrolled in the Diesel Technology Program. Award: 4 x $500.00; Extended Due date: Feb. 28th, 2025
  • Harold Hamm Scholarship
    Currently enrolled and soon to graduate in Aviation Maintenance Technology at Helena College; submit an essay; Award:  2 x $500; Due date: February 28th, 2025
  • Joe Smietanka Memorial Scholarship
    Available to a student who has been convicted of a felony and plans to pursue a degree or vocational certification at Helena College. This scholarship has been made available to assist with the of books, supplies or tools. A student returning to school will have preference. Award: $500; Due date: Feb. 28th, 2025
  • Tim Zarke Memorial Scholarship
    Currently enrolled students seeking a degree or certification and in good academic standing. Award: 2 x $1,000.00; Due date: March 14th, 2025
  • Montana Food Distributors Association Scholarship
    For High School Seniors, College Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors who have been or currently are associated with the Food Industry through either employment or family relationships within the industry. Award: Varies; Due date: March 14th, 2025
  • Turman Larison Arts Scholarship
    Currently enrolled students seeking an art pathway. Digital images of 10 separate pieces of work from portfolio and in good academic standing is required. Award: $1,250.00; Due date: March 21st, 2025
  • Charles R. & Helen G. Taylor Memorial Aviation Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled in their 2nd year of Aviation Maintenance Technology program at Helena College.; Award: $1,000; Due date: March 28th, 2025

 

Fall Scholarships to be applied to Spring

Here is a list of current scholarships that you can apply to now and if awarded the funds will be applied to the spring 2025 semester!

  • Benefis Health System Foundation Scholarship
    Scholarship applications are available for students working towards degrees in healthcare. Available to students who are currently enrolled  in nine credits or more and have a GPA of 2.75 or higher. Lots of other scholarships are listed on this site as well! Award: amounts vary; Due date for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025: June 1st, 2024
  • Gianforte Trade and Technology Scholarship
    Must be a Montana resident, must file a FAFSA, and be enrolled in at least 6 credits or more in the following programs: Aviation Maintenance Technology, Computer-Aided Manufacturing, Diesel Technology, Industrial Welding and Metal Fabrication, Machine Tool Technology, Metals Technology, or Welding Technology; Award; ranges from $750.00 - $1,5000; Due date: September 1st, 2024
  • Gruber Masonry Contractor Scholarship
    On behalf of the Gruber Family they are offering a scholarship for student who are enrolled full-time at Helena College. Students must also be in good academic standing, and working at least 20-32 hours per week. This scholarship will be used to assist students who are attending college full time and working close to full time while attending college. This scholarship will be used to assist with the cost of attending Helena College for the 24-25 academic year. Funds will be applied to the Fall 2024 Term. Award:$2,500.00; Due date: September 6th, 2024
  • Harrington Pepsi Bottling Company Scholarship
    Currently enrolled in at least 6 credits for the 24-25 academic year in a degree seeking program at Helena College. Students must have at least $1,000.00 of unmet need, in good academic standing, and have a minimum 2.0 GPA. ; Award: $1,000.00; Due date: October 4th, 2024
  • Turman Larison Arts Scholarship
    Currently enrolled students seeking an art pathway. Digital images of 10 separate pieces of work from portfolio and in good academic standing is required. Award: $1,250.00; Due date: Oct. 11th, 2024
  • The Tracy Lamb Memorial Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled in the Aviation Maintenance program at Helena College.; Award: $1,000; Due date: Oct. 18th, 2024
  • Peter Nelson Trades Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled full time in a trade program at Helena College, and are meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements. ;Award: 4 x $791.62; Due date: Nov. 22nd, 2024 
  • Rotary Club of HelanaScholarship
    Available to freshman students who are currently enrolled in any program at Helena College, and are meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements. ;Award: 2 x $500.00; Due date: Nov. 29th, 2024 
  • Joe Smietanka Memorial Scholarship
    Available to a student who has been convicted of a felony and plans to pursue a degree or vocational certification at Helena College. This scholarship has been made available to assist with the of books, supplies or tools. A student returning to school will have preference. Award: $500; Due date: Nov. 30th, 2024
  • Everett Potter Memorial Scholarship
    For students currently enrolled in the Diesel Technology Program. Award: 2 x $500.00; Extended Due date: Nov. 30th, 2024
  • Helena Gold Rush Lions Scholarship
    Currently enrolled non-traditional students OR students who have been away from school/college for a minimum of a year. Award: 2 x $500 for the spring 2025 semester;  Extended Due date: Dec. 6th, 2024.
  • Gene Hass Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in the CNC Machining or Metals Technology Program at Helena College.;Award: 8 x $1,393.67;  Extended Due date: Nov. 30th , 2024
  • Harold Hamm Scholarship
    Currently enrolled and soon to graduate in Aviation Maintenance Technology at Helena College; submit an essay; Award: 1 x $500;  Extended Due date: Dec. 6th, 2024

 

Spring Scholarships to be applied to Fall

Here is a list of current scholarships that you can apply to now and if awarded the funds will be applied to the fall 2025 semester!



  • Shupe Scholarship
    This scholarship is in memory of Bill Shupe an educator and advocate for Adult Basic Education. This is available to non-traditional or students utilizing the Adult Learning Center Services. Award: 1 X $500.00 ; Due date: Jan. 17th , 2025.
  • Gianforte Trade and Technology Scholarship
    Must be a Montana resident, must file a FAFSA, and be enrolled in at least 6 credits or more in the following programs: Aviation Maintenance Technology, Computer-Aided Manufacturing, Diesel Technology, Industrial Welding and Metal Fabrication, Machine Tool Technology, Metals Technology, or Welding Technology; Award; ranges from $750.00 - $1,5000; Due date: Feb. 1st, 2025
  • 40/8 Voiture 718 of Grand Du Montana Nurses Training Scholarship
    Students must be pursing a nursing degree or program at Helena College and in good academic standing. Award: $500.00; Extended Due date: February 5th, 2025
  • The Tracy Lamb Memorial Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled in the Aviation Maintenance program at Helena College.; Award: $1,000; Due date: Feb. 21st, 2025
  • Gene Hass Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in the CNC Machining or Metals Technology Program at Helena College.; Award: $1,393.67; Funds for spring 2025, Extended Due date: Feb. 21st, 2025
  • Harold Hamm Scholarship
    Currently enrolled and soon to graduate in Aviation Maintenance Technology at Helena College; submit an essay; Award: 1 x $500; Funds for spring 2025, Extended Due date: Feb. 21st, 2025
  • Everett Potter Memorial Scholarship
    For students currently enrolled in the Diesel Technology Program. Award: 4 x $500.00; Extended Due date: Feb. 28th, 2025
  • Harold Hamm Scholarship
    Currently enrolled and soon to graduate in Aviation Maintenance Technology at Helena College; submit an essay; Award:  2 x $500; Due date: February 28th, 2025
  • Joe Smietanka Memorial Scholarship
    Available to a student who has been convicted of a felony and plans to pursue a degree or vocational certification at Helena College. This scholarship has been made available to assist with the of books, supplies or tools. A student returning to school will have preference. Award: $500; Due date: Feb. 28th, 2025
  • Tim Zarke Memorial Scholarship
    Currently enrolled students seeking a degree or certification and in good academic standing. Award: 2 x $1,000.00; Due date: March 14th, 2025
  • Montana Food Distributors Association Scholarship
    For High School Seniors, College Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors who have been or currently are associated with the Food Industry through either employment or family relationships within the industry. Award: Varies; Due date: March 14th, 2025
  • Turman Larison Arts Scholarship
    Currently enrolled students seeking an art pathway. Digital images of 10 separate pieces of work from portfolio and in good academic standing is required. Award: $1,250.00; Due date: March 21st, 2025
  • Charles R. & Helen G. Taylor Memorial Aviation Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled in their 2nd year of Aviation Maintenance Technology program at Helena College.; Award: $1,000; Due date: March 28th, 2025
  • Grosfield Nursing Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled in the Pre-nursing or  the Nursing Program at Helena College. ;Award: 3 x $700.00; Due date: April 4th, 2025
  • Lacee Miller Memorial Nursing/CNA Scholarship
    Currently enrolled in the second semester of the Nursing Program at Helena College or students/community members interested in becoming a CNA; Award: $1,000.00; Due date: April 11th, 2025

 

This Month's Scholarships

Here are all the scholarships that you can apply for this month!

  • Scholarships for Nursing Students
    Multiple scholarship opportunities; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Johnson & Johnson Scholarships for Healthcare Students
    Multiple scholarship opportunities; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Nursing Scholarships for Military & Veterans
    Enrolled in a nursing-related degree; Award: Varies; Due date: varies
  • The Health Professional Scholarship Program (HPSP)
    Provides financial assistance to students receiving education or training in a direct or indirect health-care services discipline. Multiple scholarships are posted for the 2024 academic year from October 2023 through September 2024. Must be enrolled in 12 credits or more HPSP will pay for tuition and fees as well as a monthly stipend of $1,302.00 directly to the participants as long as the student is enrolled in classes and actively participating. HPSP will also pay an additional annual stipend to help cover books, paper, pens, pencils, computers, etc. Apply now while you still can! Due Date: Varies
  • Tim Zarke Memorial Scholarship
    Currently enrolled students seeking a degree or certification and in good academic standing. Award: 2 x $1,000.00; Due date: March 14th, 2025

 

Fall Scholarships to be applied to Spring

Here is a list of current scholarships that you can apply to now and if awarded the funds will be applied to the spring 2025 semester!


  • Benefis Health System Foundation Scholarship
    Scholarship applications are available for students working towards degrees in healthcare. Available to students who are currently enrolled  in nine credits or more and have a GPA of 2.75 or higher. Award: amounts vary; Due date for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025: June 1st, 2024
  • Gruber Masonry Contractor Scholarship
    On behalf of the Gruber Family they are offering a scholarship for student who are enrolled full-time at Helena College. Students must also be in good academic standing, and working at least 20-32 hours per week. This scholarship will be used to assist students who are attending college full time and working close to full time while attending college. This scholarship will be used to assist with the cost of attending Helena College for the 24-25 academic year. Funds will be applied to the Fall 2024 Term. Award:$2,500.00; Due date: September 6th, 2024
  • Harrington Pepsi Bottling Company Scholarship
    Currently enrolled in at least 6 credits for the 24-25 academic year in a degree seeking program at Helena College. Students must have at least $1,000.00 of unmet need, in good academic standing, and have a minimum 2.0 GPA. ; Award: $1,000.00; Due date: October 4th, 2024
  • Rotary Club of Helena Scholarship
    Available to freshman students who are currently enrolled in any program at Helena College, and are meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements. ;Award: 2 x $500.00; Due date: Nov. 29th, 2024 
  • Helena Gold Rush Lions Scholarship
    Currently enrolled non-traditional students OR students who have been away from school/college for a minimum of a year. Award: 2 x $500 for the spring 2025 semester;  Extended Due date: Dec. 6th, 2024.

 


Spring Scholarships to be applied to Fall

Here is a list of current scholarships that you can apply to now and if awarded the funds will be applied to the fall 2025 semester!

  • The Health Professional Scholarship Program (HPSP)
    Provides financial assistance to students receiving education or training in a direct or indirect health-care services discipline. Multiple scholarships are posted for the 2024 academic year from October 2023 through September 2024. Must be enrolled in 12 credits or more HPSP will pay for tuition and fees as well as a monthly stipend of $1,302.00 directly to the participants as long as the student is enrolled in classes and actively participating. HPSP will also pay an additional annual stipend to help cover books, paper, pens, pencils, computers, etc. Apply now while you still can! Due Date: Varies
  • 2K Annual Drug Rehab USA- Mental Health Scholarship
    This scholarship aims to recognize and reward students pursuing degrees in mental health fields. Available to students who are currently enrolled in any mental health degree program not limited to psychology, counseling, social work, psychiatric Nursing and other related fields. ;Award: $2,000.00; Due date: Jan. 1st, 2025
  • Breanna Coleman Memorial Nursing Scholarship
    Breanna Coleman was one of five people lost in a car accident late in the night on June 25th, 2023. Breanna was only 18 years old and had just graduated from Gateway High School, completed her Dual Enrollment requirements, and was set to begin the nursing program at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, Florida, in the Fall. Bre had her whole life ahead of her, and she just wanted to use her career to help people. This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Breanna Coleman by supporting students who share her passion for nursing and helping others. Any high school senior who will be a first-generation college student pursuing a four-year degree in nursing may apply for this scholarship if they have volunteering and extracurricular involvement. To apply, tell us what inspired you to study nursing and how you currently give back to your community, and/or how you will give back in the future. ;Award: $5,000.00; Due date: Jan. 24 th, 2025
  • 40/8 Voiture 718 of Grand Du Montana Nurses Training Scholarship
    Students must be pursing a nursing degree or program at Helena College and in good academic standing. Award: $500.00; Extended Due date: February 5th, 2025
  • Montana Health Care Association Scholarships
    Now accepting applications to individuals pursuing a primary Nursing or advanced practic nursing education, with emphasis on long term care. ;Award: Multiple: Feb. 28th, 2025
  • Grosfield Nursing Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled in the Pre-nursing or  the Nursing Program at Helena College. ;Award: 3 x $700.00; Due date: April 4th, 2025
  • Lacee Miller Memorial Nursing/CNA Scholarship
    Currently enrolled in the second semester of the Nursing Program at Helena College or students/community members interested in becoming a CNA; Award: $1,000.00; Due date: April 11th, 2025
  • St. Peter's Health Foundation - Fred C. Olson Employee Education Endowed Scholarship
    Scholarships established with the help of many generous donors to help St. Peter’s Health team members grow and thrive. St. Peter's Health drives excellence through learning, innovation and continuous improvement. All St. Peter’s team members are eligible to apply for the Olson Employee Education Endowed Scholarship. Email application to Michelle Boone at mboone@sphealth.org ; Award: Varies; Due Date: May 31st, 2025
  • St. Peter's Health Foundation - Dianne Armstrong Endowed Scholarship for Future Nurses
    Scholarships established by Dianne Armstrong, a retired St. Peter’s Health nurse who enjoyed a distinguished career at St. Peter’s for more than four decades. Dianne’s scholarship helps with tuition and other related costs for St. Peter's employees pursuing a career in nursing. 
    READ DIANNE'S STORY >>>. Email application to Michelle Boone at mboone@sphealth.org ; Award: Varies; Due Date: May 31st, 2025
  • St. Peter's Health Foundation - Dianne Armstrong Endowed Scholarship for Future Nurses Available to Helena College
    This fund exists to provide educational scholarships for students of Helena College after acceptance by Helena College into the college's RN or LPN programs. Student applicants and recipients of this scholarship are not required or expected to be employed by St. Peter's Health prior to acceptance of the scholarship, after acceptance of the scholarship, or upon completion of their Helena College RN or LPN degree program. Scholarship dollar amounts awarded each year will be determined by the selection committee. Helena College RN or LPN program scholarship recipients may be eligible for the scholarship in subsequent years as long as they are making progress toward degree completion and are students in good standing.
    READ DIANNE'S STORY >>>. Email application to Michelle Boone at mboone@sphealth.org ; Award: Varies; Due Date: May 31st, 2025
  • St. Peter's Health Foundation - Debbie Daehn Nursing Memorial Scholarship
    Scholarships established in memory of St. Peter’s Health nurse Deborrah “Debbie” Daehn by family, friends and co-workers to support St. Peter’s Health nurses (including LPNs) advancing their education. Email application to Michelle Boone at mboone@sphealth.org ; Award: Varies; Due Date: May 31st, 2025
  • St. Peter's Health Foundation - Eden Family Endowment Scholarship
    Scholarships established by Liz and Dr. Ken Eden to support nurse education with preference given to employees that are endoscopy nurses and emergency room nurses. Email application to Michelle Boone at mboone@sphealth.org ; Award: Varies; Due Date: May 31st, 2025
  • St. Peter's Health Foundation - Lorna and Stephen Mason Native American Endowed Scholarship
    The primary purpose of the Lorna and Stephen Mason Native American Scholarship endowed fund exists to provide educational scholarships to help tribal nation citizens employed by St. Peter’s Health grow and thrive by attaining their degree, certification or formal skills training. This endowed scholarship fund, at the discretion of the St. Peter’s Health scholarship selection committee, may be awarded to future St. Peter’s Health employees who are tribal nation citizens pursing degrees, certifications or skills training in areas deemed critical to the St. Peter’s Health workforce. Email application to Michelle Boone at mboone@sphealth.org ; Award: Varies; Due Date: May 31st, 2025
  • St. Peter's Health Foundation - Mechille and Pete Johnson Endowment for Mental Health Solution Scholarship
    This fund may be used to educate and train St. Peter’s Health staff providing mental and behavioral health care to include scholarships for employees pursuing a degree, certification or advanced skills training. Email application to Michelle Boone at mboone@sphealth.org ; Award: Varies; Due Date: May 31st, 2025
  • St. Peter's Health Foundation - Pamela and Eric Schindler Endowed Scholarship for Cancer Care in Memory of Maxine Reese
    Scholarships established by Pamela and Eric Schindler to support St. Peter’s team members who are members of our Cancer Care team or engaged in cancer patient care in the St. Peter’s system. Pam and Eric created the fund to celebrate the life of Pam's mother Maxine Reese. Email application to Michelle Boone at mboone@sphealth.org ; Award: Varies; Due Date: May 31st, 2025
  • St. Peter's Health Foundation - Patricia Hoksbergen/Hunter Endowed Scholarship
    Scholarships established by the Patricia Hoksbergen Charitable Trust to help St. Peter's  team members grow and thrive by attaining their degree, certification or formal skills training. Email application to Michelle Boone at mboone@sphealth.org ; Award: Varies; Due Date: May 31st, 2025
  • St. Peter's Health Foundation - Sara Medley Endowed Scholarship
    Scholarships established by Mountain Pacific Health Plans and other generous donors in honor of Sara Medley to help St. Peter's team members grow and thrive by attaining their degree, certification or formal skills training. Email application to Michelle Boone at mboone@sphealth.org ; Award: Varies; Due Date: May 31st, 2025
  • St. Peter's Health Foundation - Treacy Scholarship Endowment
    The Treacy Endowed Scholarship is available to St. Peter's Health employees at any FTE level. Scholarships must be used for educational purposes that will enable hospital-related career development of the employee. Joan Treacy Holter created this endowed scholarship fund in loving memory of her father, John Lear Treacy. Email application to Michelle Boone at mboone@sphealth.org ; Award: Varies; Due Date: May 31st, 2025
  • Benefis Health System Foundation Scholarship
    Scholarship applications are available for students working towards degrees in healthcare. Available to students who are currently enrolled  in nine credits or more and have a GPA of 2.75 or higher. Award: amounts vary; Due date for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025: June 1st, 2024
  • Healthcare Professional Scholarship
    At The Law Offices of Joseph J. Bogdan, Inc., our practice is dedicated to serving doctors, pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in defense of their licenses and certifications. Our founding attorney, Joseph Bogdan, is a registered pharmacist in Illinois, and he understands firsthand that achieving a healthcare degree requires a significant investment of time, effort, and money. We are offering our $1,000 Healthcare Professional Scholarship to support the education of a student who is pursuing a career in healthcare that requires a professional license. The award can be applied to the student’s tuition and related educational expenses at the college, university, or program they attend. Award: $1,000.00; Due Date: June 2nd, 2025.

 

 

This Month's Scholarships

Here are all the scholarships that you can apply for this month!

  • American Welding Society National Scholarships
    More than 130 donor-funded scholarships, totaling over $600,000, are available for students pursuing a bachelor’s or associate degree in welding or a related discipline. Scholarships range from $2,500-$7,000+. Applicants are required to submit two references and official transcripts.These are some general requirements to keep in mind when applying for National Scholarships. Two letters of recommendations are required. Applicant must have an official transcript set my email or mail directly from the school or third-party transcript provider. Some National Scholarships require demonstrated financial need, which means the cost of attendance exceeds the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) as found on the FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR). The SAR must be submitted in addition to cost of attendance documentation to be eligible for these scholarships. Some Scholarships require or have a preference for applicants to be a member of AWS. To apply for an AWS student membership, please visit the Student Membership page. Students who are currently enrolled in vocational schools, technical colleges, community colleges, or universities should apply if they meet the needed criteria.;Award:130 X $7,000.00; Due date: March 1st, 2025
  • Tim Zarke Memorial Scholarship
    Currently enrolled students seeking a degree or certification and in good academic standing. Award: 2 x $1,000.00; Due date: March 14th, 2025
  • Charles R. & Helen G. Taylor Memorial Aviation Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled in their 2nd year of Aviation Maintenance Technology program at Helena College.; Award: $1,000; Due date: March 28th, 2025

 

Fall Scholarships to be applied to Spring

Coming soon! A list of current scholarships that you can apply to now and if awarded the funds will be applied to the spring 2025 semester!



  • Gianforte Trade and Technology Scholarship
    Must be a Montana resident, must file a FAFSA, and be enrolled in at least 6 credits or more in the following programs: Aviation Maintenance Technology, Computer-Aided Manufacturing, Diesel Technology, Industrial Welding and Metal Fabrication, Machine Tool Technology, Metals Technology, or Welding Technology; Award; ranges from $750.00 - $1,5000; Due date: September 1st, 2024
  • Gruber Masonry Contractor Scholarship
    On behalf of the Gruber Family they are offering a scholarship for student who are enrolled full-time at Helena College. Students must also be in good academic standing, and working at least 20-32 hours per week. This scholarship will be used to assist students who are attending college full time and working close to full time while attending college. This scholarship will be used to assist with the cost of attending Helena College for the 24-25 academic year. Funds will be applied to the Fall 2024 Term. Award:$2,500.00; Due date: September 6th, 2024
  • National Agricultural Aviation Association Scholarship
    Must be a senior in high school or registered at a higher education institution by the fall 2024 semester. The competition is open to anyone sponsored by an NAAA Member. ; Award: $3,000.00 ; Due date: September 15th, 2024
  • Harrington Pepsi Bottling Company Scholarship
    Currently enrolled in at least 6 credits for the 24-25 academic year in a degree seeking program at Helena College. Students must have at least $1,000.00 of unmet need, in good academic standing, and have a minimum 2.0 GPA. ; Award: $1,000.00; Due date: October 4th, 2024
  • The Tracy Lamb Memorial Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled in the Aviation Maintenance program at Helena College.; Award: $1,000; Due date: Oct. 18th, 2024
  • Montana Department of Transportation Aviation Scholarships
    Montana is fortunate to have many generous individuals and organizations who support aviation by offering scholarships. The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) Aeronautics Division helps to match these scholarships to qualified applicants and encourages individuals interested in aeronautics to apply for scholarships. The scholarships are offered to help defray costs of education (e.g., flight instruction, aircraft airframe and powerplant (A&P) mechanic school, etc.). Recipients will be announced in January 2025 and awards will be presented at noon on February 28, 2025 at the Montana Aviation Conference in Missoula. Winners will be provided a complimentary aviation conference registration and a free Friday lunch for themselves and up to two guests sponsored by the Aviation Organizations of Montana (AOM). Award: Multiple scholarships ranging from $1,000.00 - $5,000.00; Due date: Nov. 15th, 2024
  • Peter Nelson Trades Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled full time in a trade program at Helena College, and are meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements. ;Award: 4 x $791.62; Due date: Nov. 22nd, 2024 
  • Rotary Club of HelanaScholarship
    Available to freshman students who are currently enrolled in any program at Helena College, and are meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements. ;Award: 2 x $500.00; Due date: Nov. 29th, 2024 
  • Joe Smietanka Memorial Scholarship
    Available to a student who has been convicted of a felony and plans to pursue a degree or vocational certification at Helena College. This scholarship has been made available to assist with the of books, supplies or tools. A student returning to school will have preference. Award: $500; Due date: Nov. 30th, 2024
  • Gene Hass Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in the CNC Machining or Metals Technology Program at Helena College.;Award: 8 x $1,393.67;  Extended Due date: Nov. 30th , 2024
  • Everett Potter Memorial Scholarship
    For students currently enrolled in the Diesel Technology Program. Award: 2 x $500.00; Extended Due date: Nov. 30th, 2024
  • Helena Gold Rush Lions Scholarship
    Currently enrolled non-traditional students OR students who have been away from school/college for a minimum of a year. Award: 2 x $500 for the spring 2025 semester;  Extended Due date: Dec. 6th, 2024.
  • Harold Hamm Scholarship
    Currently enrolled and soon to graduate in Aviation Maintenance Technology at Helena College; submit an essay; Award: 1 x $500;  Extended Due date: Dec. 6th, 2024

 

Spring Scholarships to be applied to Fall

Here is a list of current scholarships that you can apply to now and if awarded the funds will be applied to the fall 2025 semester!



  • Boeing Scholars Program Scholarship
    Thanks to the generosity of The Boeing Company, eligible students may receive two-year scholarships through Embry‑Riddle’s Boeing Scholars program. The Boeing Scholars program is an initiative of The Boeing Company to develop qualified students for careers in aviation, with a special interest in aeronautical science and aviation maintenance science. The Boeing Scholars program is available to new incoming students and will be selected and notified in early Spring. No application is needed – all students who meet the scholarship eligibility criteria will be automatically reviewed for this award. Preference will be given to females, veterans (or their spouses/dependents using the GI bill or related programs) and underrepresented minorities with a strong academic background and demonstrated financial need. Award: 10 x $7,000.00; Due date: January 15th, 2025
  • Gianforte Trade and Technology Scholarship
    Must be a Montana resident, must file a FAFSA, and be enrolled in at least 6 credits or more in the following programs: Aviation Maintenance Technology, Computer-Aided Manufacturing, Diesel Technology, Industrial Welding and Metal Fabrication, Machine Tool Technology, Metals Technology, or Welding Technology; Award; ranges from $750.00 - $1,5000; Due date: Feb. 1st, 2025
  • Choose Aerospace Scholarships
    Choose Aerospace is currently accepting applications for it's annual scholarship program. Awards for students, educators, and schools are available. They will provide educators and future aviators with scholarships, textbooks, training systems, tools, and testing fee credits. The non-profit organization is in its sixth award season. This year's donors include Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM), ARCS Aviation, Aeronautical Repair Station Association (ARSA), Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA), Aviation Workforce Solutions, Nida Corporation, AVOTEK, Aircraft Technical Book Company, CertTEC, Snap-on, Sonic Tools, Northrop Rice Foundation, and ASTM International. Eligible applicants must be planning to attend, be enrolled at, or teach in an aviation technical program. Only ATEC members, (which Helena College is a member of) their instructors, and enrolled students are eligible to apply. ; Award; ranges from $310.00 - $13,385.00; Due date: Feb. 1st, 2025
  • Academy of Model Aeronautics Scholarships
    You will have the option at points of your application form to apply for any of the following for which you are eligible. The Cliff & Nancy Telford Scholarship award ($5,000 value). The Planesmen Aerospace Engineering Degree Scholarship ($5,000). The Planesmen Aircraft Technician/Maintenance Program (ATP/AMP) Scholarship ($2,500). If you are a graduating high school senior. The Ryan M. Sherrow Memorial Scholarship ($500 value). The Charles H. Grant Scholarship ($500-8000 value). If you are a currently enrolled as a post-secondary student. The Basil & Dorothy Cooper Memorial Scholarship ($500 value).To be eligible for a scholarship, the applicant must have been an AMA member for 36 continuous months prior to the February 3rd application deadline. Indicate an anticipated major or trade, as well as the colleges, universities, and or trade schools to which the applicant has applied. Agree to submit a W-9 form if awarded an AMA scholarship or award.To be considered, all graduating high school seniors must provide official transcript and a reference from a school official. ;Award: 6 X $8,000.00; Due date: Feb. 3rd, 2025 
  • The Tracy Lamb Memorial Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled in the Aviation Maintenance program at Helena College.; Award: $1,000; Due date: Feb. 21st, 2025
  • Gene Hass Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in the CNC Machining or Metals Technology Program at Helena College.; Award: $1,393.67; Funds for spring 2025, Extended Due date: Feb. 21st, 2025
  • Harold Hamm Scholarship
    Currently enrolled and soon to graduate in Aviation Maintenance Technology at Helena College; submit an essay; Award: 1 x $500; Funds for spring 2025, Extended Due date: Feb. 21st, 2025
  • Everett Potter Memorial Scholarship
    For students currently enrolled in the Diesel Technology Program. Award: 4 x $500.00; Extended Due date: Feb. 28th, 2025
  • Harold Hamm Scholarship
    Currently enrolled and soon to graduate in Aviation Maintenance Technology at Helena College; submit an essay; Award:  2 x $500; Due date: February 28th, 2025
  • American Welding Society National Scholarships
    More than 130 donor-funded scholarships, totaling over $600,000, are available for students pursuing a bachelor’s or associate degree in welding or a related discipline. Scholarships range from $2,500-$7,000+. Applicants are required to submit two references and official transcripts.These are some general requirements to keep in mind when applying for National Scholarships. Two letters of recommendations are required. Applicant must have an official transcript set my email or mail directly from the school or third-party transcript provider. Some National Scholarships require demonstrated financial need, which means the cost of attendance exceeds the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) as found on the FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR). The SAR must be submitted in addition to cost of attendance documentation to be eligible for these scholarships. Some Scholarships require or have a preference for applicants to be a member of AWS. To apply for an AWS student membership, please visit the Student Membership page. Students who are currently enrolled in vocational schools, technical colleges, community colleges, or universities should apply if they meet the needed criteria.;Award:130 X $7,000.00; Due date: March 1st, 2025
  • Charles R. & Helen G. Taylor Memorial Aviation Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled in their 2nd year of Aviation Maintenance Technology program at Helena College.; Award: $1,000; Due date: March 28th, 2025
  • Floyd's Truck Center: Brian H Greif Memorial Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled and or pursuing a degree in Diesel Technology Program. ; Award: $5,000; Due date: April 1st, 2025
  • ALPA Scholarship
    To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
    A) Be enrolling as a college freshman or already be enrolled in college.
    B) Be a child of a medically retired, long-term disabled, or deceased pilot member of the ALP Association. ; Award: $60,000; Due date: April 1st, 2025

 


 

  • Reach Higher Montana Scholarships
    For montana high school seniors, montana residents who graduated from a montana high school and are currently attending a montana college or university at least half time; GPA: 2.5+; Award amount varies, Due date: varies
  • Award Montana Scholarships
    For all students who are currently attending a montana college or university at least half time; GPA: 2.5+; Award amount varies, Due date: varies
  • Montana Community Foundation Scholarships
    For all students who are currently attending a montana college or university at least half time; GPA: 2.5+; Award amount varies, Due date: varies
  •  Bold.org Scholarship Search
    Various scholarships; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  •  SODEXO Stop Hunger Foundation Scholarships
    Various scholarships; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Life Houses, Inc. Scholarship
    Open to Students who are enrolled or are planning to enrolled any college, university, or training program.; Award$1,200; Due: yearly
  • Montana Food Distributors Association Scholarship
    For High School Seniors, College Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors who have been or currently are associated with the Food Industry through either employment or family relationships within the industry. Award: Varies; Due date: March 14th, 2025
  • Beyond the Cure Ambassador Scholarship
    The Beyond the Cure Ambassador Scholarship program remains a leader in both the dollar amount awarded and the number of recipients. Fifty-eight (58) scholarships are awarded each academic year to help childhood cancer survivors achieve their academic and professional goals. Over $2.5 million has been awarded to 254 childhood cancer survivors to help them fulfill their future dreams. Applicants must be a childhood cancer survivor under the age of 25 and diagnosed before the age of 18 with cancer or a high-grade or anaplastic brain tumor. A citizen of the United States living within the country and attending school in the U.S. Accepted into a post-secondary school for the fall semester of upcoming academic year. Award: 58 X $3,500.00  ; Due date: March 31st, 2025
  • Niche $25,000 Scholarship
    Niche can help with every step of the college search including paying for it. We're giving one student $25,000 to help cover tuition, housing, books and other college expenses — no essay required! High school seniors who apply can also be eligible to receive acceptance (and scholarship!) offers from our Niche Direct Admissions partner colleges. Apply for our $25,000 No Essay Scholarship  and focus on your education, not your finances. Award: $25,000.00  ; Due date: March 31st, 2025
  • Water Ski Foundation Scholarship
    To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
    A) Be an incoming freshman through senior at a two (2) or four (4) year accredited college or university.
    B) Participate in the sport of water skiing, as a skier, rider, barefooter, volunteer, or official. Award: 27 X $10,000.00  ; Due date: April 1st, 2025
  • Montana CattleWomen Inc. Scholarship
    Montana CattleWomen Inc. has offered Memorial Scholarship since 1963
    Montana CattleWomen, Inc. is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a student from a Montana home who is enrolled in one of the state colleges or universities. Preference will be given to an applicant majoring in a field beneficial to the livestock industry. To qualify for this award, a student must currently be at least a sophomore in college and have a grade point average of 2.7 or better. The scholarship will be awarded to the student who is determined to have the best balance of grades, citizenship, and financial need. The winner will be announced in May of each year. Award: $1,000.00 ; Due date: May 1st, 2025
  • PTK Scholarship
    Currently enrolled student in all walks of their education journeys. Award: varies ; Due date: For fall 2024 semester DEC....... 1st ; For spring 2025 semester May 15th 
  • Healthcare Professional Scholarship
    At The Law Offices of Joseph J. Bogdan, Inc., our practice is dedicated to serving doctors, pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in defense of their licenses and certifications. Our founding attorney, Joseph Bogdan, is a registered pharmacist in Illinois, and he understands firsthand that achieving a healthcare degree requires a significant investment of time, effort, and money. We are offering our $1,000 Healthcare Professional Scholarship to support the education of a student who is pursuing a career in healthcare that requires a professional license. The award can be applied to the student’s tuition and related educational expenses at the college, university, or program they attend. Award: $1,000.00; Due Date: June 2nd, 2025.
  • Gold Law Firm Challenge Yourself Scholarship
    In memory of Kevin Maez (1986-2022), Attorney Greg Gold and the Colorado legal team at The Gold Law Firm provide five scholarship awards each semester to first-time college freshmen within the United States. Each award is worth $1,000, and awards will be mailed directly to the winning students’ financial aid offices.Award: $1,000.00; Due Date: June 4th, 2025.
  • Hoggatt Injury Law Children of Injured Workers Scholarship
    At Hoggatt Injury Law, we are passionate about supporting workers and their families whose lives have been affected by work-related injuries. We know that workplace injuries can have far-reaching financial ramifications, including when it comes to a family’s ability to provide for their children’s educational expenses. We hope to help families address this challenge by offering a scholarship to the child of an employee who has been injured or killed in a work-related accident. The Hoggatt Injury Law Children of Injured Workers Scholarship provides $1,000 to assist with a student’s tuition and other educational expenses at their chosen college or university anywhere in the United States. Award: $1,000.00; Due Date: June 9th, 2025.
  • Hutchison & Foreman Committing to Justice Scholarship
    The Texas law firm of Hutchison & Foreman is proud to offer financial assistance to students who are pursuing law degrees. Attorneys Susan Hutchison and S. Rafe Foreman have dedicated a substantial amount of time and effort during their careers to advancing the legal profession and providing resources to aspiring and training lawyers. This passion for building a strong future for the legal community has led to this excellent legal team offering a $1,500 award each semester to a law student through the Hutchison & Foreman Committing to Justice Scholarship. Award: 2x $1,500.00; Due Date: June 9th, 2025.

 

  • Discover Accounting Scholarships
    Accounting degree-specific scholarships; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Kochhar & Co. Scholarships
    To be eligible for the "Kochhar & Co. Scholarship" a student must Be attending college or university on a full-time or part-time basis no later than September 2026. Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year. Submit an answer to the essay question no later than 11:59 PM EST on the day of the deadline. And be a resident of Canada or United States.Note that you can be enrolled in any field of study. Award: $1,000.00  ; Due date: March 31st, 2025
  • The Health Professional Scholarship Program (HPSP)
    Provides financial assistance to students receiving education or training in a direct or indirect health-care services discipline. Multiple scholarships are posted for the 2024 academic year from October 2023 through September 2024. Must be enrolled in 12 credits or more HPSP will pay for tuition and fees as well as a monthly stipend of $1,302.00 directly to the participants as long as the student is enrolled in classes and actively participating. HPSP will also pay an additional annual stipend to help cover books, paper, pens, pencils, computers, etc. Apply now while you still can! Due Date: Varies
  • Children of Fallen Heroes Scholarship
    For Pell-eligible students whose parent or guardian died in the line of duty while performing as a public safety officer, and be less than 24 years of age or enrolled at an institution of higher education at the time of his or her parent's or guardian's death. For more information please contact your Financial Aid Office.
  • Fisher House Foundation Scholarships
    For children and spouses of military personnel; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Leave No Veteran Behind Retroactive Scholarship
    Please see website for eligibility criteria; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Affordable Colleges Scholarships for Military and Veterans
    Multiple scholarship opportunities; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Nursing Scholarships for Military & Veterans
    Enrolled in a nursing-related degree; Award: Varies; Due date: varies
  • The Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship
    Awarded to children and surviving spouses of an active duty member; Awards: up to 36 months of benefits at the 100% level; Due date: varies
  • U.S. Air Force ROTC Scholarships
    High school  and current college student scholarship; Award: varies; Due to date: varies
  • AMVETS National Scholarships
    Several scholarships available to veterans and their family members; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • College Scholarships.org
    Several scholarships available to veterans and their family members; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Hope for the Warriors
    Several scholarships available to veterans and their family members; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Airmen Memorial Foundation Scholarship Program
    The AMF conducts scholarship programs to financially assist the undergraduate studies of eligible dependents of military personnel. AMF/CMSAF/AFSA scholarships are valued from $1,000 to $5,000 to students age 23 or younger attending an accredited academic institution. Applicants must be Unmarried child/adopted or stepchild of active duty, retired or veteran member of USAF, ANG or AFRC. No Officer dependents! Must be age 23 years or younger and have a GPA of 3.5 or higher. 12th-year high school student or full-time college undergraduate student. Enrolled/accepted to an accredited college/university.No membership requirements on the part of the applicant or sponsorApplicant must be dependent upon their parent or guardian for over 1/2 of his/her support. Award: 15 X $5,000.00 ; Due date: March 31st, 2025 
  • Folds of Honor Scholarship
    To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
    A) Be a family member of US military personnel.
    B) Be enrolled or planning to enroll in a program of study at an accredited college or university, or an accredited technical or trade school program, which results in a certificate or license. Award: 100 X $5,000.00 ; Due date: March 31st, 2025
  • Chief Petty Officer Scholarship
    To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
    A) Be a dependent child, step-child, or a non-uniformed spouse of a US Navy Active Duty, Retired, Honorably Discharged, Reserve or deceased Chief, Senior Chief, or Master Chief Petty Officer of the United States Navy. Award: 52 X $5,000.00 ; Due date: April 1st, 2025
  • Reach Higher Montana
    Have a curated list of scholarships for state & local scholarships for Montana students. Senior Send-Off Scholarships are open to MT high school seniors. Award: Varies Due date: varies
  • Society of Manufacturing Engineers Education Foundation
    Numerous scholarships are available to students entering manufacturing-related fields; see website for various applications; Award:  varies; Due date:  Nov. 1-Feb. 1
  • Skills USA Awards (See high school instructor for details)
    Tuition waivers to Helena College offered to 1 st/2 nd place winners of specific Skills USA Competitions; Award: One year Helena College Tuition Waiver;  Due date: Awarded after State Skills USA Competitions
  • Helena College STARS Scholarship 
    Helena College is excited to open up nominations for the Strong Transitions to Academic Readiness and Success (HC STARS) scholarship! These scholarships are meant to help unlock the potential of graduating seniors who participated in dual enrollment. High school counselors and teachers are invited to nominate students who have demonstrated academic promise but may not see themselves as college bound. These special scholarships are intended to help students reach their goals by establishing a path to higher education and broadening their career opportunities. Students must be enrolled full-time during their tenure at Helena College and maintain satisfactory academic progress to be eligible to continue to receive scholarship funds for the next 4 semesters at Helena College. There are 12 available scholarships for students entering Helena College for the fall 2024 semester. At least one award is guaranteed for a graduating senior from each high school ( Broadwater High School, Capital High School, Helena High School, Jefferson High School, Helena Project for Alternative Learning, and East Helena High School) , pending nomination submissions.; Award:12 x $2,000.00 ($500.00 each semester for four semesters if student continues to meet all scholarship criteria) ; Due date: April 11th, 2025 (form will open sometime in March, 2025)
  • Montana Food Distributors Association Scholarship
    For High School Seniors, College Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors who have been or currently are associated with the Food Industry through either employment or family relationships within the industry. Award: Varies; Due date: March 14th, 2025
  • Sm Scholarship
    To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
    A) Be currently enrolled as a high school junior or senior.
    B) Be a legal resident of the United States, the District of Columbia or any US Territory. Award: 12 x $12,000.00; Due date: March 31st, 2025
  • Herbert Lehman Scholarship
    To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
    A) Demonstrate financial need (combined family income of $70,000 or less).
    B) Be a graduating high school senior, a first-year student in an accredited four-year college, or a student transferring into an accredited four-year college. Award: 3 x $12,000.00; Due date: April 1st, 2025

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