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Updated: October 7th, 2021

Montana is an excellent state to attend college in, and luckily, there are a wide variety Montana scholarships for students. With its famous mountain ranges, plentiful farms, and a wealth of colleges and universities, Montana makes for a great home for tourists, cows, and students alike. “The Treasure State” is home to a robust public university system with many opportunities for an affordable education. Climb higher in your educational journey with our list of the top Montana scholarships!

Jump ahead to:

• Top Montana Scholarships
• Summary of Montana Scholarships
• Frequently asked questions about Montana scholarships

Keep on reading to learn more about the top Montana scholarships, including deadlines, award amounts, and eligibility.

Top Montana scholarships in 2021

Billings Clinic Health Care Scholarship

• Eligibility: Residents of Billings Clinic’s service area who have demonstrated a passion for health care
• Amount: $750
• Deadline: March 5

Stephen C. Marchello Scholarship

• Eligibility: Current year high school graduates who had childhood cancer
• Amount: Varies
• Deadline: March 15

MUS Honor Scholarship

• Eligibility: Montana high school seniors enrolling at an eligible campus. Recipients are ranked by GPA and SAT/ACT score
• Amount: About $5,000 per year (renewable)
• Deadline: March 15

Montana’s STEM Scholarship

• Eligibility: Montana high school seniors pursuing STEM or healthcare at an approved Montana University System campus
• Amount: $1,000 for the first year, $1,500 for the second and third, and $2,000 for the fourth
• Deadline: March 15

Montana 4-H Foundation Scholarships

• Eligibility: Wide variety of scholarships for Montana residents who are associated with or have been associated with the Montana 4-H club
• Amount: Varies
• Deadline: April 1

BBB Students of Integrity Scholarship

• Eligibility:  High school juniors and seniors who live in a list of states including Montana
• Amount: $2,000
• Deadline: April 5

Celebrate the West High School Art Competition

• Eligibility: High school-age students living in the West (Montana included) who submit an original two-dimensional art piece informed by their experience living in the West
• Amount: $200 to $1,500
• Deadline: April 30

Northwest Osteopathic Medical Foundation Scholarships

• Eligibility: Second year or above osteopathic medical school students that are likely to practice in the Northwest and give back to their community
• Amount: Varies
• Deadline: April 15

Treacy Foundation Scholarship

• Eligibility: Entering freshman or sophomore students who are Montana residents who hold 60 or less credits.
• Amount: $3,000 per year (renewable)
• Deadline: April 29

Montana University System 2 Plus 2 Honor Scholarship

• Eligibility: Montana residents graduating from a 2-year school in the Montana University system with a minimum 3.4 GPA and plan to enroll in a 4-year program in the Montana University System.
• Amount: Waived tuition
• Deadline: June 30

Pride Foundation Scholarships

• Eligibility: Over 50 specific scholarships which are open to residents of the Northwest who are pursuing post-secondary education and identify as LGBTQ+ students
• Amount: Varies
• Opens: January 8

Montana University System American Indian Undergraduate Tuition Waiver

• Eligibility: Montana residents planning to attend a Montana University System campus with at least ¼ Indian blood, or enrolled members of a state or federally recognized Indian tribe in Montana
• Amount: Cost of tuition
• Deadline: Varies. Be sure to submit the application early to find out if it was accepted before enrolling

Montana University System Surviving Dependents of Montana Firefighters / Peace Officers Waiver

• Eligibility: Montana residents attending a Montana University System campus whose parent or spouse was a Montana firefighter or peace officer who was killed in the course and scope of employment
• Amount: Cost of tuition
• Deadline: Varies. Be sure to submit the application early to find out if it was accepted before enrolling

Frequently asked questions about Montana scholarships

What schools in Montana give full scholarships?

There are several full tuition scholarships available at Montana University System schools, such as the American Indian Undergraduate Tuition Waiver, 2 Plus 2 Honor Scholarship, and the Surviving Dependents of Montana Firefighters / Peace Officers Scholarship. These can be used at any eligible University of Montana campus. Though you will still have to pay fees and housing costs, these programs waive all tuition cost.

What is the FAFSA deadline in Montana?

The priority FAFSA deadline in Montana is December 1, 2021. Remember, the FAFSA opens up in October and the sooner you complete it, the better. If you are looking for step-by-step guidance on the FAFSA, you can check out our FAFSA guide.

Summary of Montana Scholarships

1. Billings Clinic Health Care Scholarship
2. Stephen C. Marchello Scholarship
3. MUS Honor Scholarship
4. Montana’s STEM Scholarship
5. Montana 4-H Foundation Scholarships
6. BBB Students of Integrity Scholarship
7. Northwest Osteopathic Medical Foundation Scholarships
8. Treacy Foundation Scholarship
9. Pride Foundation Scholarships
10. Montana University System 2 Plus 2 Honor Scholarship
11. Montana University System American Indian Undergraduate Tuition Waiver
12. Montana University System Surviving Dependents of Montana Firefighters / Peace Officers Waiver

Upcoming Montana scholarships