Scholarships
Investing In Your Future
Your future matters and at NDSU’s College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources (CAFSNR), we’re here to help make it possible.
We offer one of the most generous college-based scholarship programs in the Upper Midwest. That means when you choose CAFSNR, you’re not just choosing a major, you’re choosing a college that’s invested in your success from day one.
Scholarships are made possible by people who believe in students like you – alumni, industry leaders, and organizations who want to see you succeed. Their support helps you focus on what matters most:
- Your classes
- Your friendships
- Your future
$1 Million
in scholarships available annually
for CAFSNR students
$2,000
average scholarship amount offered
per recipient
What You Can Expect
Scholarships are available for undergraduate and graduate students and range from $100 all the way up to full tuition, with most students receiving between $200 and $2,000.
Scholarships are awarded based on:
- Academic achievement
- Financial need
- Program-specific or interest-based criteria
Who Can Apply
If you’re enrolled, or planning to enroll, in a CAFSNR undergraduate major or graduate program and maintaining good academic progress, you’re encouraged to apply each year.
It’s not just a one-time opportunity; many students earn multiple scholarships throughout their college journey.
How to Apply
Applying is simple! The NDSU Scholarship Application opens October 1 each year. Your submitted application is automatically matched with scholarships for which you are eligible.
Just submit your application by the deadline that fits you:
- Incoming Freshmen: February 1
- Current Students: March 1
- Transfer Students: April 1