Scholarships & Grants for South Dakota Students (2026–27)
Verified, up-to-date scholarships and grants for South Dakota high school students — amounts, deadlines, and official application links, from Scillint's scholarship database.
Scillint's database currently lists 3 verified scholarships and grants specifically for South Dakota students, alongside 312 nationwide scholarships that any U.S. student can apply for regardless of state. Amounts, deadlines, and provider links below are pulled directly from our database and shown exactly as recorded — always confirm the current details on the official site before applying.
| Program | Provider | Amount | Deadline | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Build Dakota ScholarshipRenewable | Build Dakota Scholarships (SD Board of Technical Education) | 100% tuition, fees, books, technology and tools | Annual cycle Jan 1 - Mar 31 (2026-27 cycle closed; reopens 2027-01-01) | Visit site |
| Joyce Ivy Summer Scholars | Joyce Ivy Foundation | Varies | Varies | Visit site |
| South Dakota Opportunity ScholarshipRenewable | South Dakota Board of Regents | Up to $6,500 total (4 yrs) | Typically February 1 | Visit site |
Frequently asked questions
Are these scholarships free to apply for?
Yes. Every legitimate scholarship on this page is free to apply for. You should never have to pay a fee to apply for or receive a scholarship — treat any request for payment as a red flag.
How current is this list?
Scillint's scholarship database is checked against the official provider pages on an ongoing basis. Amounts and deadlines can still change on short notice, so always confirm the live details on the provider's own site before you apply.
Can I find scholarships outside my state too?
Yes. Most scholarships in Scillint's database are national or field-of-study based rather than tied to a single state. Sign up for a free trial to see your full matched list, not just the state-specific ones shown here.