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The Current and Incoming Scholarship application periods are open.

The Current and Incoming Scholarship application periods are closed.

The Current Student Scholarship Application is now open until November 1st. Make sure you complete the general application and answer all the questions at https://mitchelltech.awardspring.com/. If you are a full-time dual credit student, you are not eligible for these scholarships. Please contact Robin Jacobsen with any questions.

The Incoming Student Scholarship Application is now open through March 31, 2025. Complete the general application and answer all the questions at https://mitchelltech.academicworks.com/. Please contact Robin Jacobsen with any questions.

$1000

Carroll Hunstad Family Memorial Scholarship for Current Students

  • 1 Available
  • Mary Hunstad
The Carroll Hunstad Family Memorial Scholarship honors the life and legacy of Carroll Marvin Hunstad, a devoted U.S. Navy veteran, educator, and pioneer in technical education whose commitment to service, craftsmanship, and community left a lasting impact. After graduating from Aberdeen High School in 1945, Carroll served nine years in the Navy during World War II and the Korean War before returning to South Dakota to build a career in the heating and refrigeration industry, becoming a charter member of the Aberdeen Regional Refrigeration Engineers Society. In 1975, he moved to Mitchell to establish and develop the Heating and Air Conditioning Program at Mitchell Tech, where he served as the founding instructor and department head until his retirement in 1992, mentoring generations of students and setting high standards for technical excellence and professional integrity. Carroll lived a life grounded in faith, leadership, and dedication to family. This scholarship supports students pursuing a career in Heating & Cooling Technology and maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher. 
Must be enrolled fulltime in the Heating & Cooling Technology program
Must maintain a GPA of 2.5
Must complete the online MTC Foundation scholarship application
Must be enrolled fulltime in the Heating & Cooling Technology program Must maintain a GPA of 2.5 Must complete the online MTC Foundation scholarship application
$1000

Brenda and John Janssen

  • 2 Available
  • Brenda and John Janssen
The Brenda and John Janssen Scholarship was established in 2026 to honor their dedication and commitment to supporting future generations of students at Mitchell Technical College. Brenda previously served as an instructor in Mitchell Tech’s Medical Laboratory Technology Program where she shared her knowledge and experience with aspiring professionals. John has also been a long-time supporter of Mitchell Tech’s agricultural students, beginning with his career at John Deere and provided advisory support to these programs. Together, Brenda and John have demonstrated a strong belief in education, hands-on learning, and the importance of investing in students as they prepare to enter the workforce. These scholarships are awarded to second-year, full-time students pursuing a degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or an agricultural-related program, continuing the Janssens’ legacy of encouragement and investment in future generations. Preference is given to students from the Bridgewater-Emery School District, followed by students from the Hanson then McCook Central School Districts.
* Must be a Current Student
* Must be a full-time student
* Must be enrolled in the 1) Medical Laboratory Technology or 2) Ag Business, Agronomy, Animal Science, Diesel Ag, or Precision Ag Technology program
Preference is given to students from the Bridgewater-Emery School District, followed by students from the Hanson then McCook Central School Districts.
*Must be enrolled fulltime in one of the qualifying programs. *Preference is given to students from the Bridgewater-Emery School District, followed by students from the Hanson then McCook Central School Districts.
$2000

Ron and Terry Schlegel Scholarship

  • 1 Available
Must be a Current Student
Must be a full-time student
Must be enrolled in the Architectural Design & Building Construction program
College GPA 2.5 or higher
Must be from the Wessington Springs area
*Enrolled fulltime in the Architectural Design & Building Construction program *GPA 2.5 or higher *From the Wessington Springs area
$500

Lisa Smart Memorial Scholarship

  • 2 Available
  • Kim & Michael Mohr
Kim and Michael H Mohr established the Lisa Smart Memorial Scholarship to honor the memory of Kim’s sister, Lisa, a nurse who passed away at the age of 37 from cancer. The donor wishes to award the scholarships annually at the MTC Nursing Pinning Ceremony. Students must complete the Fall Current Student Foundation Scholarship application.
*Enrolled fulltime in the LPN or LPN-RN program *Student must be completing their 3rd semester *GPA 2.5 or higher
$1000

Smith/Woods Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Harvey and Cheryl Smith
Harvey and Cheryl decided to start a scholarship for an LPN-RN student in honor of his wife, Cheryl who was a RN herself.
Must be a Current Student
Must be a full time student
Must be enrolled in the LPN-RN program
College GPA 2.5 or higher
Must be from a small town in the Mitchell Area
Must be a Current Student Must be a full time student Must be enrolled in the LPN-RN program College GPA 2.5 or higher Must be from a small town in the Mitchell Area
$1500

C & R Supply Inc Agronomy Technology

  • 1 Available
  • C & R Supply Inc.
Must be enrolled full time in the Agronomy program
Must maintain a 3.25 GPA or higher
Must be from South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa or Nebraska
Must complete the Online MTC Foundation scholarship application
Must be enrolled full time in the Agronomy program Must maintain a 3.25 GPA or higher Must be from South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa or Nebraska Must complete the Online MTC Foundation scholarship application
$1500

C & R Supply Inc Precision Ag Technology

  • 1 Available
  • C & R Supply Inc.
Must be enrolled full time in the Precision Technology program
Must maintain a 3.25 GPA or higher
Must be from South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa or Nebraska
Must complete the Online MTC Foundation scholarship application
Must be enrolled full time in the Precision Technology program Must maintain a 3.25 GPA or higher Must be from South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa or Nebraska Must complete the Online MTC Foundation scholarship application
$1500

C & R Supply Inc. Agricultural Business

  • 1 Available
  • C & R Supply Inc.
Must be enrolled full time in the Agriculture Business program
Must maintain a 3.25 GPA or higher
Must be from South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa or Nebraska
Must complete the Online MTC Foundation scholarship application
Must be enrolled full time in the Agriculture Business program Must maintain a 3.25 GPA or higher Must be from South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa or Nebraska Must complete the Online MTC Foundation scholarship application
$1000

Otter Tail Power Company

  • 8 Available
  • Otter Tail Power Company Foundation
Must be enrolled full time in the Powerline Construction & Maintenance, Electrical Construction & Substation or Wind Turbine Technology program Must maintain a GPA 2.0 or higher Must complete the MTC Foundation Online scholarship application Must be from an Otter Tail Power Company Service Area
$500

Blacktop Farms Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Steve and Lori Repenning/ Blacktop Farms
Must be a 2nd year student
Must be enrolled fulltime in Agronomy, Ag Business, Animal Science, Precision Technology or Diesel program
Must maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher
Must complete the online MTC scholarship application
Must be a 2nd year student Must be enrolled fulltime in Agronomy, Ag Business, Animal Science, Precision Technology or Diesel program Must maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher Must complete the online MTC scholarship application
$500

Bryan Roth Memorial Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Pam Roth/Roth Family
Must be a 2nd year student enrolled full time in the Wi-Fi & Broadband Technologies program
Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher
Must complete the MTC online scholarship application
Must be a 2nd year student enrolled full time in the Wi-Fi & Broadband Technologies program Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher Must complete the MTC online scholarship application
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