The North Dakota Petroleum Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Al Golden Scholarship. This year we will be giving out 10 scholarships of $2,000 to students pursuing an energy-related degree. The deadline to apply for the scholarships is June 1, 2025. The Al Golden Scholarship is open to full-time students who have a 3.0 GPA or higher and are pursuing a post-secondary education in geology, engineering, science, processing plant technology, and other technical skills or trades related to energy development or processing. Applicants must also have completed ONE of the following: At least 6 months of work and/or internship experience in the oil and gas industry. Completed at least 12 hours in geology, earth science, geological/petroleum engineering, chemistry, math, or safety. The application form is attached and more information about the scholarship can be found at https://ndpetroleumfoundation.org/programs/al-golden-scholarship/

AMERICAN INDIAN SERVICES Application is available at Scholarships | American Indian Services The AIS Scholarship program is to help undergraduate Native American students with financial support to attend college, maintain enrollment, and graduate. Scholarship Awards are based on up to one-half of tuition and need for the term the student is applying for and are allocated directly to the school for the student. Students will need to have their own email account in order to apply. Requirements / Eligibility Criteria: Enrolled or will enroll as a matriculated student in a university, college, junior college, or technical school located in the United States (incoming freshman accepted). Must be enrolled or will enroll with an accredited school (VCSU is an accredited school). An enrolled member of a U.S. Federally Recognized American Indian or Alaska Native Tribe. Undergraduate student with no more than 150-semester credits or 210 quarter credits (First bachelor’s degree only, graduate studies NOT currently eligible). Full-time or part-time status – excluding non-credit courses (minimum of 6 credits). Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.25 must be established and maintained after the first semester/quarter of college. Completed Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Deadlines (Be sure to apply for the deadline that corresponds with your school's academic calendar)   Spring/Summer | Enrollment Opens: January 1 | Deadline: February 1 If your term starts in April or May, you would apply for Award I. Summer | Enrollment Opens: March 1 | Deadline: April 1 If your term starts in June or July, you would apply for Award II. Fall/Academic Year | Enrollment Opens: May 1 | Deadline: July 1 If your term starts in August, September, October, or November you would apply for Award III. Spring/Winter | Enrollment Opens: September 1 | Deadline: November 1 If your term starts in December, January, February, or March you would apply for Award IV.

Deadline is Friday, September 26, 2025. *Application is attached below. The Helen Bergstrom Ernst Scholarship Trust was established by the Will of Helen Bergstrom Ernst to further the education of students who are members of The Spirit Lake Tribe. Helen was born and raised in St. Paul, MN but became fascinated with the Lake Region when her brother Arthur Bergstrom moved to Devils Lake, ND in 1919 and founded Lake Chevrolet in 1923. When Helen came to visit her brother, she developed a deep and abiding love for the people of the Lake Region and especially for the members of the Spirit Lake Tribe. She ad­ mired the spirit of the people. As a result of her love, this scholarship trust was established. Requirements: Enrollment in an accredited post-secondary institution. A Member of the Spirit Lake Tribe. Full-time enrollment of 12 or more credits each term Term and cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Additional Information: Applications are due on or before the last Friday of September each year. Incomplete applications will not be considered. One-half of the award will be paid in the Fall semester. Proof of full-time enrollment and a term and cumulative grade point of 2.0 is required before Spring portion is paid.

Scholarship Application is attached below. DEADLINE: All materials postmarked no later than Friday, May 23, 2025.

Are You Eligible to Apply? You must have: Graduated from a high school in this state, or a high school in a bordering state covered under state law (N.D.C.C. 15.1-29), or Graduated from a nonpublic high school in a bordering state while residing with a custodial parent in this state, or Completed a program of home education under N.D.C.C. 15.1-23, and Completed at least one dual-credit course provided by a NDUS institution while enrolled in high school or a program of home education, and Be currently enrolled at an institution of higher education in ND, and Have completed at least one semester, quarter, or term at an institution of higher education in the state. Application Process If you meet the eligibility criteria noted above, log into the Dual-Credit Tuition Scholarship website and follow the steps. Website: https://tiny.ndus.edu/dualcrschol You must know your NDUS User ID & Password to start the application. You will be required to attach all required supporting documents to the application. What are supporting documents? Copy of final high school or home school transcript listing the dual-credit course(s) completed. Copy of the charges incurred for the dual-credit course(s) completed. Copy of current college transcript showing completion of at least one semester, quarter, or term of post-secondary enrollment. How much is the scholarship? Lifetime maximum is $750. May not exceed 50% of the cost of the dual-credit course(s). May not exceed tuition & fees for the semester, quarter, or term the scholarship applies. Where can I use the scholarship? The scholarship may be used for post-secondary enrollment at a ND state public, private, tribal, or proprietary institution. When will I receive the scholarship? Generally, after you are awarded by NDUS, disbursements will be made in the next semester, quarter, or term you are enrolled at a qualifying ND institution. Contact the NDUS with questions at 701-328-2964 ndfinaid@ndus.edu The North Dakota University System is governed by the State Board of Higher Education and includes: Bismarck State College • Dakota College at Bottineau • Dickinson State University • Lake Region State College • Mayville State University • Minot State University •North Dakota State College of Science • North Dakota State University • University of North Dakota • Valley City State University • Williston State College.

The Lariat STEM Scholarship is designed to empower students aged 18 to 24 who are pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and math. The financial assistance provided to award recipients is ongoing and substantial: $6,000 $6,000 $8,000 $10,000 as a Freshman as a Sophomore as a Junior as a Senior Eligibility hinges on the student's background and academic prowess, and includes the following criteria: Be aged 18 to 24 pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and math. Hail from a small town with a population of 25,000 or less. Have a family household income of $55,000 or less. Be a highly motivated individual with a track record of excelling in projects or winning science/math awards. Have strong performance in math and science (3.5 GPA or above, AP courses). Deadline: June 15th, 2025. To apply, Click Here!

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and The Sallie Mae Fund are proud to offer financial assistance to forty (40) current outstanding high school seniors who plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two or four year college, university, or continuous education program. Scholars who are selected will receive a scholarship up to $10,000 for the 2025-2026 academic school year. The total eligible scholarship amount will be allocated in two installments: one during the Fall 2025 semester and the second during the Spring 2026 semester (which can only be applied to verifiable costs associated with average tuition and usual fees). Eligibility Requirements: Be currently enrolled as a high school senior for the 2024-2025 academic year Plan to enroll full-time as a first-time, incoming freshman during the 2025-2026 academic year Plan to be enrolled at an accredited post-secondary institution or continuous education programopens in a new window during the 2025-2026 academic year: Two-year Schools Four-year Schools Vocational/Technical certificate/certification program Current cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher Must be Pell-Grant eligible Be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551 Must be able to demonstrate leadership abilities Must be able to demonstrate good moral character in all aspects of your life, including personal, professional, educational, in your community, and online presence How to Apply All applicants must: Create a 2-minute video responding to the following: What unique perspective, passion, or curiosity drives your academic interests? How do you envision it shaping your future as a scholar and leader in your field? Application Dates This application opens March 17, 2025, and closes April 25, 2025 at 11:59 pm EST (Eastern Time). Click Here For Application