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Bear Paw Roundup Scholarship in Memory of Trapper Skoyen

Offered by Bear Paw Roundup

Established in 2026 in memory of Trapper Skoyen, the Bear Paw Roundup Scholarship supports graduating seniors from four north-central Montana counties who are pursuing agriculture, skilled trades, or collegiate rodeo.

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RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

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2026 Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineApril 1, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a graduating senior from Blaine, Phillips, Hill, or Chouteau County in Montana.
  • Pursue an agriculture or trade degree and/or participate in college rodeo.
  • No minimum GPA is required.
  • If selected, attend Bear Paw Roundup Family Night on August 6, 2026.

Requirements

  • Complete the scholarship application.
  • Submit a 500-word essay about community involvement and how you plan to use your education to impact your community.
  • Submit an unofficial high school transcript.
  • Submit one letter of recommendation.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the Bear Paw Roundup scholarship application.
  2. 2Write the required 500-word community-involvement essay.
  3. 3Attach an unofficial high school transcript.
  4. 4Arrange for one letter of recommendation.
  5. 5Submit or postmark all application materials by April 1.
  6. 6If selected, attend Family Night at the Bear Paw Roundup rodeo.

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