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ABOUT US - SDACDE SCHOLARSHIP

SDACDE Scholarship

Supporting students who are committed to conserving South Dakota's natural resources through education in agricultural and conservation-related fields.

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The South Dakota Association of Conservation District Employees started a Memorial Scholarship fund in 1995 to honor the memory of past employees and their passion, dedication, and commitment to the conservation movement. The SDACDE is offering two (2) $1,000 scholarships to encourage students concerned with conserving their natural resources by furthering their education in an agricultural or conservation-related field.

APPLICATION DUE DATE:

March 1, 2026

Qualifications​

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  • Current year graduate of a South Dakota high school

  • 3.0 or higher GPA

  • Attending a South Dakota college or vocational school in an agricultural or conservation-related field

Payment​

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  • Two (2) $1,000 scholarships offered

  • Payment rendered directly to the recipient upon completion of 2nd semester registration

  • Funds may be used for books or any other college expense

Selection Criteria​

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  • Personal (employment, extracurricular, honors, community service) = 40%

  • Education and career goals = 30%

  • Academic (grades) =10%

  • Letters of recommendation (2) = 10%

  • Financial need = 10%

Presentation​

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  • The award will be presented at the recipient's annual school awards program.

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