Scholarship Opportunity

North Dakota Scholars Program

Offered by North Dakota University System

Merit-based tuition scholarship consideration for qualifying ND high school graduates who take ACT or SAT during the required junior-year window and begin undergraduate study in ND.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior

Eligibility

  • Be a qualifying ND high-school graduate who plans to begin full-time study toward a first bachelor's degree at a qualifying ND institution.
  • Take ACT or SAT during July 1–June 30 of the required junior-year window; other testing windows do not qualify.
  • Earn at least a 30 ACT composite or SAT equivalent for consideration. Awards are ranked by scores until funds are exhausted; a qualifying score does not guarantee selection.
  • Students initially attending an out-of-state institution are not eligible for reinstatement.

Requirements

  • Ensure ACT or College Board reports eligible scores to NDUS.
  • If offered an award during senior year, follow the emailed acceptance instructions.
  • Maintain full-time enrollment and continuing academic eligibility; confirm current renewal conditions with NDUS.

How to Apply

  1. 1Take ACT or SAT in the required junior-year window and verify score reporting.
  2. 2NDUS ranks eligible reported scores without a separate scholarship application.
  3. 3If selected, accept the offer and enroll at a qualifying ND public, tribal or private college; renew subject to continuing eligibility.