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South Dakota Board of Regents

South Dakota Opportunity Scholarship

Merit scholarship to begin higher education in South Dakota.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Complete the initial application on the Board of Regents scholarship portal and submit your academic records.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

South Dakota

  • SD

What it offers

$7,500 in four years: $1,500 in each of the first three and $3,000 in the fourth.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

SD resident upon graduation, eligible institution in SD, and entry within the permitted period after high school or military service.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Regular route: ACT 24/SAT 1180, GPA 3.0 and required curriculum; alternative route: ACT 28/SAT 1310.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

Review of requirements, benefits, application and calendar in official sources.

Verification status
Verified
Last verification
Oct 8, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0402

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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