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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

Van Buskirk Family Foundation Scholarship

  • 2 Available
  • Van Buskirk Family Foundation
The Van Buskirk Family Foundation Scholarship supports students pursuing education in the Heating & Cooling Technology, Architectural Design & Building Construction, and Electrical Construction & Maintenance programs at Mitchell Technical College. This scholarship reflects the Van Buskirk family’s commitment to strengthening the skilled trades workforce in South Dakota and the region. Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate a history of community involvement. Preference may be given to students who express a commitment or strong interest in remaining in South Dakota after graduation. By investing in technical education and supporting students dedicated to their communities, the Van Buskirk Family Foundation aims to help develop the next generation of skilled professionals who will contribute to the region’s workforce and economic growth.
Architectural Design & Building Construction
Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Heating & Cooling Technology
Must be enrolled fulltime in a Mitchell Technical College program with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Must be enrolled in the Architectural Design & Building Construction, Electrical Construction & Maintenance, or Heating & Cooling Technology program. Must have a history of volunteering. Preference will be given to students committed to remaining in South Dakota upon graduation and who are from within 150 miles of Sioux Falls.
$500

Steve Lau Memorial Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Family of Steve Lau
The Steve Lau Memorial Scholarship was established in 2025 to honor the life and legacy of Steven John Lau, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, farmer, and community leader from Armour, South Dakota. Steve’s life exemplified hard work, dedication to family, faith, and service to his community. This scholarship is awarded to a first year, full-time student enrolled in one of the following programs: Agronomy, Ag Business, Animal Science, Precision Ag, or Diesel Power – Ag Power Technology. By providing financial assistance to students pursuing an education in these fields, the Steve Lau Memorial Scholarship ensures that Steve’s legacy of service, perseverance, and care for others continues to inspire future generations.
Must be enrolled fulltime in the Agronomy, Ag Business, Animal Science, Precision Ag, or Diesel Power – Ag Power Technology program.
Must complete the online MTC Foundation scholarship application.
Must be enrolled fulltime in the Agronomy, Ag Business, Animal Science, Precision Ag, or Diesel Power – Ag Power Technology program. Must complete the online MTC Foundation scholarship application.
$500

Carroll Hunstad Family Memorial Scholarship for Incoming Students

  • 1 Available
  • Hunstad Family
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

The Gift of Words SLPA Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Asmus Family
Established in April 2024 by Michael and Deborah Asmus, this scholarship reflects their family’s commitment to supporting future Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) professionals. Their daughter, Kelsey Range, graduated from Mitchell Tech’s SLPA program in 2017 and has found great fulfillment in working with nonverbal children, helping them develop communication skills and blossom into blessings for their families. Through this scholarship, the Asmus family hopes to encourage and support students pursuing careers dedicated to improving the lives of others.
Must be an Incoming Student
Must be enrolled in fulltime in the Speech Language Pathology Assistant program
Nontraditional Student preferred
Must maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher
Must complete the MTC Online Scholarship Application
Must be an Incoming Student Must be enrolled in fulltime in the Speech Language Pathology Assistant program Nontraditional Student preferred Must maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher Must complete the MTC Online Scholarship Application
$1000

Learn Your Trade Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Asmus Family
Established in April 2024 by Michael and Deborah Asmus through the Asmus Family Charitable Fund, the Asmus Family Scholarship honors a family legacy of building South Dakota’s infrastructure and supporting the next generation of skilled trades professionals. Over a span of 75 years, Michael and his family, through Hollaway Construction Co., Inc., constructed more than 700 bridges across the state. Michael and Deborah share a passion for the construction industry and a desire to see young people succeed and excel in construction-related careers throughout South Dakota.
Must be enrolled in fulltime in Progressive Welding Technology, ADBC, or Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher
Must complete the MTC online scholarship application
Must be enrolled in fulltime in Progressive Welding Technology, ADBC, or Electrical Construction & Maintenance Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher Must complete the MTC online scholarship application
$2000

Spaans Legacy Scholarship

  • 5 Available
  • Spaans Family
Must be an Incoming Student
Must be enrolled full time in Animal Science, Ag Business or Agronomy
Must maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher
Must complete the online MTC scholarship application
Must be an Incoming Student Must be enrolled full time in Animal Science, Ag Business or Agronomy Must maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher Must complete the online MTC scholarship application
$750

SD Municipal Electric Association Energy Production & Transmission Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • SD Municipal Electric Association
The South Dakota Municipal Electric Association (SDMEA) consists of 35 member municipalities dedicated to providing reliable electricity to approximately 100,000 residents across South Dakota. The association works collaboratively to ensure efficient, community-focused electric service and advocates for the interests of municipal utilities within the state. This scholarship was created by the SDMEA to support workforce development within the electric utility industry. Its primary goal is to encourage students with an interest in the power industry to continue their educational pursuits and to remain connected with their hometown municipal electric utility. The scholarship aims to strengthen local communities and ensure a skilled, engaged workforce for the future.
Powerline Construction & Maintenance
Electrical Utilities & Substation Technology
Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Utilities Technology
Must be a resident of one of the SD Municipal Electric Association’s 35 member communities, enrolled in an electric related program, and have minimum of a 3.0 GPA.
$500

Loren G Kasten, Emeritus in Agronomy Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Roxene G. Kasten
Loren Kasten was a former Ag instructor at Mitchell Tech. This scholarship was established by his family.
Incoming Student
First Year Student
Agronomy
On Campus
Must be a first year incoming full-time student in the Agronomy program Must be enrolled full time Applicant must complete the MTC Online application to be eligible to receive this scholarship.
$750

Harv and Peggy Kelley Endowed Scholarship

  • 1 Available
Incoming Student
Wi-Fi and Broadband/Telecommunications
Applicant must currently be an accepted Incoming full-time student enrolled in the Wi-Fi and Broadband/Telecommunications program Applicant must be a resident of a community within a 50-mile radius of Mitchell. Applicant must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (universal financial aid application form) Applicant must maintain 3.0 or higher GPA Applicant must complete the MTC Online Incoming student application to be eligible for this scholarship.
$1000

Gene Haas Scholarship

  • 5 Available
  • Gene Haas Foundation
This scholarship was established in 2017 with funds received from the Gene Haas Foundation. The scholarship will be given to students enrolled in a machining-based training and/or engineering program at the postsecondary level.
Machining and Manufacturing
Applicant must be enrolled full time in the Welding and Manufacturing Technology or Automation Engineering/Advanced Manufacturing Technology program. Applicant must complete the MTC Online application period during the open application period to be eligible to receive this scholarship.
$1000

East River Electric Cooperative Scholarship

  • 2 Available
  • East River Electric Cooperative
East River Electric Cooperative has been providing scholarship funds to Mitchell Tech since 2003. This scholarship is provided annually for a student in the Power Line Construction and Maintenance program. The scholarship will be awarded in January each year and applied to the recipient’s account for the Spring semester.
Power Line Construction & Maintenance
Applicant must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at MTI in the Power Line Construction and Maintenance program Applicant must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher Applicant must complete the MTC online application during the open application period as instructed to be eligible for this scholarship
$500

Blair Bortnem Memorial MTC Staff Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • MTC Faculty and Staff
Blair Bortnem graduated from Mitchell Tech’s Computer Systems Technology program in 1999. After working for Martin Group for a number of years Blair then became the Systems Administrator at Mitchell Tech, a position he held until his passing in February of 2018. Each year the faculty and staff of Mitchell Tech contribute to a Mitchell Tech Staff Scholarship fund. The Blair Bortnem Memorial Mitchell Tech Staff Scholarships is disbursed from this fund each year in memory of Blair’s dedication and service to IT and Mitchell Tech.
Applicant must be a first year student enrolled full time in the Radiologic Technology program. Applicant must complete the MTC Online application to be eligible to receive this scholarship.
$1000

Thomsen Family Endowed Scholarships

  • 4 Available
The first endowed fund for scholarships at Mitchell Technical College, the GF Thomsen Family Scholarship has been awarded annually since 1995. This scholarship for Incoming Mitchell Tech students in any program will be awarded by April 1 each year and applied to the recipient’s accounts the following Fall semester.
Accounting
Agricultural Business
Agronomy
Animal Science
Architectural Design and Building Construction
Automation Controls/SCADA
Culinary Academy of South Dakota
Diesel Power – Ag Power Technology
Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Electrical Utilities & Substation Technology
Heating & Cooling Technology
Human Services Technician
Information Systems Technology
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
Machining and Manufacturing
Medical Assistant
Medical Laboratory Technology
Medical Office Professional
Medical Office Professional
Power Line Construction & Maintenance
Power Sports & Marine Technology
Precision Ag Technology
Radiation Therapy
Radiologic Technology
Small Business Management
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Utilities Technology
Wi-Fi & Broadband Technologies
Wind Turbine Technology
Applicant must be an accepted Incoming full-time student in any program at MTC. Applicant must complete the MTC Incoming Student online application between January 1 and March 31 to be eligible for this scholarship Recipient selection will be based on essay responses
$500

The Vickers Family Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Chad & Jennifer Vickers
The Vickers Family Scholarship was established in 2022. Chad Vickers graduated from the Computer Systems Technology program in 1996. His brother, Austin Vickers, graduated from the Power Line Construction and Maintenance program in 2009 and Chad and Jennifer’s son, Jude Vickers, graduated from the Business Management program in 2021. The Vickers Family attributes much of their life successes to the education they received from Mitchell Tech. This scholarship is for incoming students in either the Business Management, SCADA/ Automation Controls, or Power Line Construction and Maintenance program and is awarded for the Fall semester.
Business Management
SCADA/ Automation Controls
Power Line Construction and Maintenance
On Campus
* No GPA greater requirement * Incoming student * Must be enrolled full time in Business Management, SCADA/ Automation Controls, or Power Line Construction and Maintenance program and is awarded for the Fall semester. * Applicant must complete the MTC Online Application to be eligible to receive this scholarship
$500

Tessier’s Endowed Scholarships – Incoming Students

  • 2 Available
  • Tessier Family Foundation, Mark Buche, Gopal Vyas
The Tessier’s Endowment was established in 2007 by the Tessier Family Foundation, Tessier’s, Inc., Mark Buche and Gopal Vyas. The purpose of the endowment is to provide scholarship funds to Heating and Cooling Technology students. These scholarships will be awarded in January each year and the funds will be applied to the recipient’s accounts the following Fall semester.
Heating & Cooling Technology
Applicant must be an accepted full-time student enrolled in the Heating and Cooling Technology program. Applicants must complete the MTI Incoming student online application and provide an online reference if requested between January 1 and June 30 to be eligible for these scholarships.
$500

South Dakota Cable Television Association Scholarship

  • 2 Available
The S.D. Cable Television established the scholarship in 2012. The scholarships will be awarded August 1 to accepted Incoming students who meet the listed criteria. The funds will be applied to recipient’s account the following Fall semester.
Wi-Fi & Broadband Technologies
Applicant must be an accepted full-time student enrolled at MTC in the Telecommunications program Applicant must complete the MTC Incoming student online application to be eligible for this scholarship Applicant must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or above Applicant must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (universal financial aid application form)
$500

Roxene G (Carey) Kasten- Class Of 1979 Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Roxene G. Kasten
Roxene (Carey) Kasten attended Mithchell Tech and graduated from the Animal Science program in 1979. This scholaship was established by Roxene in order to support new incoming students in the Animal Science program.
Animal Science
Must be a Incoming first year full time student studying in the Animal Science program Must be enrolled full time Applicant must complete the MTC Online application to be eligible to receive this scholarship.
$500

MTC Freshmen Scholarship

  • Mitchell Tech Staff and Faculty
These scholarships are provided to full-time Incoming students enrolled at Mitchell Tech. The funding for this scholarship is provided by the contributions to the Mitchell Technical College Foundation by the staff and faculty of Mitchell Technical College. Recipients will be notified of awards mid-summer. All awards will be credited to student accounts for the Fall semester.
Accounting
Agricultural Business
Agronomy
Animal Science
Architectural Design and Building Construction
Automation Controls/SCADA
Culinary Academy of South Dakota
Diesel Power – Ag Power Technology
Electrical Construction & Maintenance
Electrical Utilities & Substation Technology
Geospatial Technologies
Heating & Cooling Technology
Human Services Technician
Information Systems Technology
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
Machining and Manufacturing
Medical Assistant
Medical Laboratory Technology
Medical Office Professional
Medical Office Professional
Power Line Construction & Maintenance
Power Sports & Marine Technology
Precision Ag Technology
Radiation Therapy
Radiologic Technology
Small Business Management
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Utilities Technology
Wi-Fi & Broadband Technologies
Wind Turbine Technology
Applicant must complete the MTC Incoming student online application to be eligible for the scholarship Applicant must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (universal financial aid application form)
$1000

Mitchell Area Manufacturing Association (M.A.M.A.)

  • 1 Available
  • M.A.M.A.
The Mitchell Area Manufacturing Association (M.A.M.A.) has been active in Mitchell for many years. It is a membership organization structured specifically to “promote and improve Mitchell and the surrounding communities by maintaining a strong manufacturing base and developing quality employment”. South Dakota manufacturers export South Dakota-made products to approximately 140 countries worldwide. Manufacturing is a major driver of the Mitchell economy with over 2,000 employees in the local industry. In 2016 M.A.M.A. teamed up with the Mitchell Technical College Foundation to provide a scholarship each year for students enrolled in the Welding and Manufacturing Technology or Automation Controls/SCADA program.
Automation Controls/SCADA
Machining and Manufacturing
Applicants must complete the MTC online application during the open application period as instructed to be eligible for this scholarship Applicants must obtain a reference if requested on the application Students must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher Applicants who receive the Build Dakota Scholarship or receive Workforce Recruitment or Double Edge financial support are eligible to receive the M.A.M.A. scholarship Scholarship recipients will be selected by a MTC scholarship committee and M.A.M.A. representatives with references requested from the applicant’s instructor The scholarship recipient will be expected to attend the Manufacturing week meetings held in the Fall to be recognized
$500

Martha Fay Krueger Memorial Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Krueger Family
The Martha Fay Krueger Memorial Scholarship fund was established in 2019 by her family to honor Martha Fay after she lost her fourth battle to cancer. Martha Fay was a caring, hardworking, strong woman, who was loved dearly by many. Martha Fay lived in Howard, SD where she worked incredibly hard to support her family. In her spare time, she stayed busy by cooking and crocheting. Other than her husband, Bill, children and grandchildren, one of her greatest joys in life was sharing her homemade things with others.
The scholarship will be awarded to a incoming, full time student enrolled in any program at MTC who has a GPA of 2.0 or higher Preference will go to a student whose life has been affected by cancer, someone from Howard, SD or who has worked or has a parent who works at PBM Packaging where Martha Fay was employed for 24 years. Applicant must complete the MTC online scholarship application to be eligible for the scholarship
$500

Loren G Kasten, Emeritus In Agronomy Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Roxene G. Kasten
Loren Kasten was a former Ag instructor at Mitchell Tech. This scholarship was established by his family.
Agronomy
On Campus
Must be a first year incoming fulltime student in the Agronomy program Must be enrolled full time Applicant must complete the MTC Online application to be eligible to receive this scholarship.
$1000

Jeffrey L. And Trudiann Nelson Rural Electric Endowment

  • 1 Available
The Jeffrey L. and Trudiann Nelson Rural Electric Endowment was established in December of 2013 in celebration of Jeff’s retirement from East River Electric. Several of Jeff’s counterparts in the industry, East River Electric, and Jeff’s family came together to complete the endowment on behalf of Jeff and his wife Trudiann in honor of Jeff’s commitment to Mitchell Tech and the industry he served. Nelson has offered his support of Mitchell Tech through his involvement in Mitchell Tech’s Strategic Advisory Committee, program Advisory boards and most recently as a member of Mitchell Tech’s Foundation Board.
Automation Controls/SCADA
Electrical Utilities & Substation Technology
Power Line Construction & Maintenance
Wi-Fi & Broadband Technologies
Applicant must be an accepted full-time student enrolled in the Power Line Construction & Maintenance, Electrical Utilities & Substation, Automation Controls/SCADA, and Wi-Fi Broadband Technologies/Telecommunications programs Applicants must complete the MTC Incoming student online application during the open application period to be eligible for this scholarship
$1000

Gordon And Ethel Bainbridge Memorial Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Gordon and Ethel Bainbridge Family
The Gordon and Ethel Bainbridge family has been long-time supporters of MTC and its ag programs. Their scholarship is awarded to a full-time, incoming student.
Applicant must currently be an accepted Incoming full-time student enrolled in the Ag Business, Agronomy or Animal Science program Applicant must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (universal financial aid application form) Applicant must complete the MTC Online Incoming student application to be eligible for this scholarship.
$1000

Edinger Family Scholarships

  • 2 Available
  • Wayne and Sue Edinger
Wayne and Sue Edinger, longtime supporters of the Mitchell Tech Ag Technology programs, have provided scholarships for students enrolled in Mitchell Tech’s ag-related programs for many years. Wayne passed away in November 2018 but the family continues to provide scholarship funding for students enrolled in Ag Business, Agronomy or Precision Ag.
Agricultural Business
Agronomy
Precision Ag Technology
Applicants must be currently enrolled full time as a Incoming student in the Agronomy, Ag Business or Precision Ag programs Applicants must complete the MTC Incoming student online application during the open application period as instructed to be eligible for this scholarship. Scholarship will be payable $1000 in Fall Incoming semester and student must maintain a 2.5 GPA at the end of year 1 in order to receive the remaining $1000 in Fall semester of second year.
$1500

CHS Scholars

  • 4 Available
  • CHS
The CHS Scholarship program provides financial assistance to undergraduate students at select universities who are pursuing agriculture related degrees.
Agricultural Business
Agronomy
Animal Science
Precision Ag Technology
Applicant must be a first year full time student at MTC studying an agricultural based program. Applicant must complete the MTC Online application to be eligible to receive this scholarship.
$500

David Grode Memorial Scholarship

  • 1 Available
  • Family of David Grode
David Grode was the Superintendent of Schools at Plankinton, SD. He was killed in the propane explosion that destroyed the school on November 17, 2000. David was an avid woodworker, therefore his family decided to establish this memorial scholarship for Natural Gas Technologies or Architectural Design and Building Construction students. The scholarship will be awarded to an accepted Incoming student who meets the listed criteria and applied to their account for the Fall semester.
ADBC
Applicants must be currently enrolled fulltime as a Incoming Architectural Design and Building Construction program Applicants must complete the MTC Incoming student online application during the open application period as instructed to be eligible for this scholarship.