Scholarships

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.

Scholarships are listed by category and application due date. Check back often for new additions!

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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 all of our scholarships! 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, funds will be applied to the fall 2024 semester!

  • 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 
  • 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: 8 x $791.62 for fall 2024 semester; Due date: March. 15th, 2024
  • Everett Potter Memorial Scholarship
    For students currently enrolled in the Diesel Technology Program. Award: Varies for fall 2024 semester ; Due date: Extended March 22nd, 2024.
  • The Dianne Armstrong Scholarship for Future Nurses
    Available to students who have already completed all pre-requisites courses for the nursing program. Student must also have been accepted and or already enrolled into the nursing program here at Helena College ; Award: 2 x $500.00 for Fall 2024 semester; Due date: March 27th , 2024
  • Boeing Access to Education Scholarship
    Enrolled full-time in a trade program, preference is given to students in Aviation Maintenance Technology, Computer Aided Manufacturing, or Machine Tool Technology; GPA: 3.0+; Award: 6 X $1000 for fall 2024 semester;  Due date: March 29th, 2024.
  • Charles R. & Helen G. Taylor Memorial Aviation Scholarship
    Enrolled in 2nd year of Aviation Maintenance Technology; GPA: 3.0+; Award: $1,000 for fall 2024 semester; Due date: March 29th, 2024

 

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!

 

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 2024 semester!

  • 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: 4 x $1,225.00 for Fall 2024; Due date: April 5th, 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 for Fall 2024; Due date: April 5th, 2024
  • Tim Zarske Memorial Scholarship
    Currently enrolled students seeking seeking a degree or certification and in good academic standing. Award: 2 x $1,000.00 for the fall 2024 semester; Due date: April 8th, 2024
  • Harold Hamm Scholarship
    Currently enrolled and soon to graduate in Aviation Maintenance Technology at Helena College; submit an essay; Award:  2 x $500 for the fall 2024 semester; Due date: April 12th, 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 for the fall 2024 semester; Due date: April 12th, 2024
  • 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: 2 X $500 for fall 2024 semester; Due date: April 19th, 2024
  • 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 for 2024-2025 Academic year ; Due date: April 19th , 2024
  • The Tracy Lamb Memorial Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled in the Aviation Maintenance program at Helena College.; Award: $1,000 for Fall 2024; Due date: April 19th, 2024
  • Gianforte Manufacturing Fall Scholarship
    Must be a Montana resident, must file a FAFSA and have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of less than $10,000, enrolled in at least 6 credits in Aviation Maintenance Technology, Computer-Aided Manufacturing, Diesel Technology, Industrial Welding and Metal Fabrication, Machine Tool Technology, Metals Technology, or Welding Technology; Award; $1,000; Due date: Sept. 15th, 2024

 

This Month's Scholarships

Here are all the scholarships that you can apply for this month, funds will be applied to the fall 2024 semester!

 

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!

 

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 2024 semester!

 

 

This Month's Scholarships

Here are all the scholarships that you can apply for this month, funds will be applied to the fall 2024 semester!

  • Women in Aviation International
    Female aviation students enrolled in the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • 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: 8 x $791.62 for fall 2024 semester; Due date: March. 15th, 2024
  • Everett Potter Memorial Scholarship
    For students currently enrolled in the Diesel Technology Program. Award: Varies for fall 2024 semester; Due date: Extended March 22nd, 2024.
  • Boeing Access to Education Scholarship
    Enrolled full-time in a trade program, preference is given to students in Aviation Maintenance Technology, Computer Aided Manufacturing, or Machine Tool Technology; GPA: 3.0+; Award: 6 X $1000 for fall 2024 semester;  Due date: March 29th, 2024.
  • Charles R. & Helen G. Taylor Memorial Aviation Scholarship
    Enrolled in 2nd year of Aviation Maintenance Technology; GPA: 3.0+; Award: $1,000 for fall 2024 semester; Due date: March 29th, 2024

 

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!

 

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 2024 semester!

  • 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: 4 x $1,225.00 for fall 2024 semester; Due date: April 5th, 2024
  • Harold Hamm Scholarship
    Currently enrolled and soon to graduate in Aviation Maintenance Technology at Helena College; submit an essay; Award:  2 x $500 for fall 2024 semester; Due date: April 12th, 2024
  • The Tracy Lamb Memorial Scholarship
    Available to students who are currently enrolled in the Aviation Maintenance program at Helena College.; Award: $1,000 for Fall 2024; Due date: April 19th, 2024
  • Gianforte Manufacturing Fall Scholarship
    Must be a Montana resident, must file a FAFSA and have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of less than $10,000, enrolled in at least 6 credits in Aviation Maintenance Technology, Computer-Aided Manufacturing, Diesel Technology, Industrial Welding and Metal Fabrication, Machine Tool Technology, Metals Technology, or Welding Technology; Award; $1,000; Due date: Sept. 15th, 2024

 


 

  • 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
  • Study.com
    Available for all students Award: varies; Due dates: varies
  • STEM Study Scholarship Search
    Various STEM scholarships; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  •  Bold.org Scholarship Search
    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
  • FEEA Scholarships
    Student must be children, step-children, or legal dependents of full- or part-time permanent federal civilian or postal workers employed with the federal government for more than three years. ; Award: 200 X $5,000; Due date: March 14th, 2024
  • Donald G. Willems Scholarship Awarded Jointly by MSAWWA & MWEA
    Applicants must be enrolled at Montana college or university; must be working towards a career in fields of water/water waste; have at least a 2.0 GPA;  Award: $1500 ; Due date: March 15
  • 9/11 Promise Scholarship
    Applicants be a child of a first responder and or military service member who has been killed or injured and are unable to hold employment.; Award: 5 x $5,000 - $15,000 ; Due date: March 15th, 2024
  • Montana Food Distributors Association Scholarship
    Applicants must be either a high school senior or college freshmen, sophomores, or juniors who are associated with the Food Industry through either employment or family relationships within the industry. Complete application and mail to the MGDA at P.O. Box 5775, Helena, MT 59604 by March 18th;  Award: varies ; Due date: March 18th.
  • TMCF: McDonald's Black and Positively Golden Scholarship
    The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and McDonal's are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Enrolled full-time as an undergrad with a GPA or 2.7 or higher, demonstrate Leadership abilities, experiencing financial need, and be a US Citizen or legal permanent resident. (HBCU);  Award: $15,000 ; Due date: March 27, 2024
  • Money Key Thinkers Scholarship
    Enrolled full-time at least 18 year of age; Award: $1,000; Due date: March 31 st, 2024
  • Montana Farm Bureau Scholarships
    Incoming freshman, current paid Montana Farm Bureau member or immediate member of the current paid family; Award: 2x $1,500; Due date: April 1 st, 2024
  • PTK Scholarship
    Currently enrolled student in all walks of their education journeys. Award: varies ; Due date: For fall 2023 semester Dec. 1st ; For spring 2024 semester May 15th 
  • Montana State Elks Association, Inc. William and Sara Jenne' Scholarship
    This scholarship is intended for students who have completed their first year of instruction at a Montana institution of higher learning and intend to continue their education into their second year of study at a Montana school. Applicants must be able to demonstrate the completion of full year of study and cumulative GPA of 2.0 to be considered. Award: varies ; Due date: must be mailed in by  June 1st, 2024
  • Moving Forward Collins Rupp Law Scholarship
    Undergraduate student with a criminal history who proves they are making the effort to change their life for the better. As a criminal defense firm, we understand how difficult it can be for these individuals to excel in their personal and professional lives ; Award: $1,000 each semester; Due date: June 5th, 2024
  • Dixie Belle Paint Company Scholarships
    Open to US citizens who are 18 years or older. Students must be attending college or grad school by Fall 2024. Current employees, officers, directors and agents of Sponsor and its related companies and members of their immediate families (defined as spouse, parents, siblings and children) and persons residing at the same address are not eligible to win.  Application must include name and contact information, background details, academic details, and a short original, previously unpublished written response to the following topic, “How has creativity helped you in problem solving?” (500 words or less). Award: 1 x $2,500 & 2 x $1,250 Due Date: June 15th, 2024
  • UncommonGoods: Sallie Mae fund Completing the Dream Gap Scholarship
    The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and the Sallie Mae Fund are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending an accredited post-secondary institution. Selected students must be in good academic standing, but at risk of not returning to or graduating/completing due to an outstanding financial need, and/or emergency situation that leads to a financial aid crisis. Enrolled full-time or part-time, will complete degree program by the end of Spring 2024, GPA 2.75 or higher, US Citizen or permanent resident, diverse candidate, demonstrate leadership abilities, and good moral character.  ; Award: $2,500; Due date: June 28th, 2024
  • Learner Math Lover Scholarship
    The Learner Math Lover Scholarship is an annual $500 scholarship that's open to all students that love math. Must be a High school Senior, Undergraduate student, or graduate student, as well as a current U.S.. citizen or permanent legal resident ; Award: $500.00; Due date: June 30th, 2024
  • Learner Calculus Scholarship
    The Learner Calculus Scholarship is an annual $500 scholarship that's open to all students that are currently studying in the STEM field. Must be a High school Senior, Undergraduate student, or graduate student, as well as a current U.S.. citizen or permanent legal resident. ; Award: $500.00; Due date: June 30th, 2024

 

  • 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 
  • P.E.O. Philanthropic Educational Org
    Several Scholarship for Women in all areas of their education journeys. Award: varies; Due Date: varies
  • LendEdu Grants and Scholarships for Native Americans
    Multiple grants and scholarship opportunities; Award: varies: Due date: varies
  • Maryville Scholarships for Women
    Multiple scholarship opportunities; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Affordable Colleges Scholarships for Minorities
    Multiple scholarship opportunities; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Learn How to Become Scholarships for Women
    Multiple scholarship opportunities; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Nitro College Scholarship Opportunities for Women
    Multiple scholarship opportunities; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Nitro College 155 Scholarship Opportunities for Minorities
    Multiple scholarship opportunities; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Best Colleges
    Scholarships and Resources for women; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • TMCF: McDonald's Black and Positively Golden Scholarship
    The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and McDonal's are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Enrolled full-time as an undergrad with a GPA or 2.7 or higher, demonstrate Leadership abilities, experiencing financial need, and be a US Citizen or legal permanent resident. (HBCU);  Award: $15,000 ; Due date: March 27, 2024
  • Lewis and Clark Republican Women
    The Lewis and Clark Republican Women are pleased to announce our Twelfth Annual Cyndi Forbes Memorial Scholarship Award application process is beginning. They will be awarding three $2,000.00 Scholarships to female high school seniors, high school graduates, or equivalent who are residents of Lewis and Clark, Broadwater, or Jefferson counties who are either entering, currently enrolled, or is returning to an institute of higher education in Montana.;  Award: 3 x $2,000.00 ; Due date: April 17, 2024
  • Live it Up's Quarterly Women in Healthcare Scholarship
    Open to all students pursuing a degree in the healthcare field; Award: $500; Due date: May 1st, 2024
  • Discover Accounting Scholarships
    Accounting degree-specific scholarships; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • Annual Sustainable Business Scholarships
    The Sustainable Business Scholarship is a recurring annual scholarship open to all business and business-related majors who believe in implementing sustainable business practices. Students must be pursing or plan to pursue a business or business-related major (business management, marketing, finance, accounting, etc.)All high school seniors, undergraduate students, and graduate students can apply. Must be a U.S.. citizen or permanent legal resident. ; Award: $1000.00; Due date: May 1st
  • Learner Math Lover Scholarship
    The Learner Math Lover Scholarship is an annual $500 scholarship that's open to all students that love math. Must be a High school Senior, Undergraduate student, or graduate student, as well as a current U.S.. citizen or permanent legal resident. ; Award: $500.00; Due date: June 30th, 2024
  • Learner Calculus Scholarship
    The Learner Calculus Scholarship is an annual $500 scholarship that's open to all students that are currently studying in the STEM field. Must be a High school Senior, Undergraduate student, or graduate student, as well as a current U.S.. citizen or permanent legal resident. ; Award: $500.00; Due date: June 30th, 2024
  • 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.
  • Scholarships for U.S. Army Veterans
    Multiple scholarship opportunities; Award: varies; Due date: varies
  • 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
  • Navy League Foundation Scholarships
    Students must be enrolled in any curriculum at an accredited institution of higher education in the fall of 2024. As well as be the child or grandchild of a member of the sea services, which includes: the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, United States Coast Guard, and the U.S.- flag Merchant Marine.; Award: 11 x $10,000; Due date: March 15th, 2024
  • 9/11 Promise Scholarship
    Applicants be a child of a first responder and or military service member who has been killed or injured and are unable to hold employment.; Award: 5 x $5,000 - $15,000 ; Due date: March 15th, 2024
  • Army Scholarship Foundation Scholarships
    Students must be a son or daughter of regular active duty, active duty reserve, or active duty national Guard U.S. Army members in good standing.; Award: 5 x $1,000; Due date: April 15th, 2024
  • Top Nutrition Coaching's Annual Heroes' Legacy Scholarship
    Open to all students of military families, both past and present. As well as be a high school senior, undergraduate, and graduate student who is a U.S.. citizen or permanent legal resident. ; Award: $ 500.00 ; Due date: April 30th, 2024
  • 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
  • Horatio Algers National Scholarship 
    See website for more information. Award: varies ; Due date: March 15th
  • 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 graduationg 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 12th, 2024
  • Lewis and Clark Republican Women
    The Lewis and Clark Republican Women are pleased to announce our Twelfth Annual Cyndi Forbes Memorial Scholarship Award application process is beginning. They will be awarding three $2,000.00 Scholarships to female high school seniors, high school graduates, or equivalent who are residents of Lewis and Clark, Broadwater, or Jefferson counties who are either entering, currently enrolled, or is returning to an institute of higher education in Montana.;  Award: 3 x $2,000.00 ; Due date: April 17, 2024
  • Lift Parts Express Scholarship 
    Students must be a current senior in high school and a legal resident of the U.S. and be enrolled or expected to be enrolled in college by the fall 2024 academic year. Award: $500.00 ; Due date: April 30th, 2024
  • ASHRAE High School Senior Scholarships 
    Students must be a high school senior with a cumulative GPS of at least a 3.0. As well as be accepted into an engineering, pre-engineering, or engineering technology program. Award: 4 x $3,000.00 ; Due date: May 1st, 2024
  • Learner SAT Scholarship 
    The Learner SAT Scholarship is an annual $500 Scholarship that's open to all high school students who are serious about taking the SAT. Must be a current High school student and a U.S.. citizen or permanent legal resident. Award: $500.00 ; Due date: June 30th 

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