Dollars for Scholars Scholarship Deadline Approaches

Carrington High School seniors and college students encouraged to apply by April 1 and June 30 deadlines

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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The ND Dollars for Scholars program is offering over $290,000 in scholarships for North Dakota high school graduates and college students. Carrington High School seniors and current college students are encouraged to apply for the local Carrington Area Dollars for Scholars scholarships, with a $500 continuing student scholarship also available.

Why it matters

The Dollars for Scholars program provides critical financial assistance to help North Dakota students pursue higher education, supporting the state's goal of developing an educated workforce and thriving communities.

The details

All Carrington High School seniors who complete the Dollars for Scholars application will receive a local scholarship from private donors in the Carrington area. There is also a $500 Carrington Area Dollars for Scholars Continuing Student Scholarship available for current college students, sponsored by the Bank of North Dakota's Community Education Opportunities funding.

  • The deadline to apply for the Carrington Area Dollars for Scholars scholarships for high school seniors is April 1, 2026.
  • The deadline to apply for the $500 Carrington Area Dollars for Scholars Continuing Student Scholarship is June 30, 2026.

The players

Carrington High School

A public high school located in Carrington, North Dakota.

Bank of North Dakota

The state-owned bank that is sponsoring the $500 Carrington Area Dollars for Scholars Continuing Student Scholarship.

ND Dollars for Scholars

A scholarship program that provides over $290,000 in scholarships for North Dakota high school graduates and college students.

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The takeaway

The Dollars for Scholars program is a valuable resource for Carrington students looking to finance their higher education, with local and state-level scholarships available. Applying by the upcoming deadlines can help make college more affordable for North Dakota families.