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Scholarships

The AGC of SD is deeply committed to a highly educated and trained workforce! Because of this we awarded over $75,000 in 2026 for students pursuing an education in a career field directly related to the construction industry. In continuing this commitment, we plan to do the same in 2027! Applicants must have a good academic standing and be committed to working in South Dakota following graduation.

AGC of SOUTH DAKOTA COMMITTEE SCHOLARSHIPS

AGC of SD and Named Scholarship Application Window: December 1, 2025 – March 31, 2027

The AGC of SD works with a Scholarship Committee to select awards and amounts for the following scholarship pools for students enrolled in construction related degrees or diplomas. An AGC of SD Member sponsorship is required, email here if you need assistance in finding one.

  • Build Dakota Partner Scholarship: The remaining 50% scholarship is awarded to an AGC of SD sponsored student(s) that have been selected for a Build Dakota Scholarship and enrolled at a SD technical college.
  • AGC of South Dakota Education Foundation Scholarship: Awarded to student(s) enrolled at a college/university or technical college.
  • $10,000 Sioux Falls Contractors Association Scholarship: Awarded to a student(s) enrolled at a college/university or a technical college.
  • $5,000 John Shoemaker Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to a high school graduate(s) enrolled at a college/university or a technical college.
  • $3,000 SD LICA Scholarship: Awarded to a student(s) enrolled at a college/university or a technical college.
  • $2,500 BX “Excellence” Women in Construction Scholarship: Awarded to a female student enrolled at a college/university or a technical college.
  • $2,500 JR Loiseau Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to a student(s) enrolled at a technical college.
  • $2,000 AGC Associate Division Scholarship: Awarded to a student(s) enrolled at a college/university
  • $1,000 Floyd Knight Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to a student(s) enrolled at a technical college.
  • Plus More….

AGC of SOUTH DAKOTA COLLEGE / UNIVERSITY PARTNERED SCHOLARSHIPS

Applications can be found at the colleges noted below. Please check with individual schools to determine application deadlines.

The AGC of SD works with the following technical colleges and universities to administer scholarships annually that are funded by its members. Each school awards scholarships for students enrolled in construction related degrees or diplomas.

AGC of AMERICA & NATIONAL CENTER for CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION & RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS

The AGC Education and Research Foundation offers undergraduate and graduate level scholarships to students enrolled in ABET or ACCE-accredited construction management or construction related engineering programs. Over $10 million in scholarships have been awarded to more than 4,000 students attending colleges and universities across the country.

  • AGCA Undergraduate & Graduate Scholarships – Undergrad ($2,500 for up to 3 years), Graduate ($3,750 for up to 2 years) – Deadline July 1, 2026
  • NCCER Workforce Development Scholarships – $1,000 for up to 2 years – Deadline June 1, 2026

CONGRATULATIONS 2026-2027 AGC of SD, INDUSTRY-SPONSORED, AND/OR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS:

  • Aidan Foley, South Dakota State University, $1,000
  • Avery Nothdurft, North Dakota State University, $1,000
  • Brady Thompson, South Dakota State University, $1,500
  • Braylon Foster, West Central High School, $1,000
  • Brody Torgerson, South Dakota State University, $1,000
  • Caden Bohnenberger, Tea Area High School, $1,000
  • Caleb Morris, TF Riggs High School, $1,000
  • Carter Malstrom, South Dakota State University, $1,000
  • Cohen Hartz, Brandon Valley High School, $1,000
  • Colby McAreavey, South Dakota State University, $1,500
  • Corbin Lingrel, Deubrook Area High School, $1,000
  • Emma Roth, Middle Tennessee State University, $1,500
  • Ethan Thompson, South Dakota School of Mines, $1,000
  • Ethen Olson, Langford Area High School, $1,000
  • Gabrielle Robbins, South Dakota State University, $1,000
  • Gideon Rembold, Freeman High School, $1,000
  • Ireland Templeton, South Dakota State University, $1,000
  • Isaiah Gunnink, Brandon Valley High School, $1,000
  • Jack Shoemaker, Webster High School, $4,000
  • Jamin Peterson, Hanson High School, $1,000
  • Jason Gusso, South Dakota State University, $1,500
  • Jersey Johnson, Webster High School, $1,000
  • Karli Sannes, Webster High School, $1,500
  • Maddox Zens, Sioux Falls Jefferson High School, $1,500
  • Mason Veld, Brandon Valley High School, $1,500
  • Michael Dorsett, North Dakota State University, $1,000
  • Miles Mitchell, Tea Area High School, $5,500
  • Noah Donohoe, Minnesota State University, $1,000
  • Owen Schmidt, McCook Central High School, $4,000
  • Owen Horsted, Creighton University, $1,000
  • Parker Buren, Rapid City Stevens High School, $2,000
  • Payton Mundt, Sioux Falls Washington High School, $1,000
  • Peyton McCune, Augustana University, $1,500
  • Porter Muck, University of Nebraska, $1,000
  • Riley Hofland, Britton-Hecla High School, $4,500
  • Ryken Orel, Winner High School, $1,000
  • Sophia Priesz, South Dakota State University, $2,500
  • TJ Wiedebush, Lake Area Tech, $5,500
  • Trevor Schulz, Wall High School, $1,000
  • Tristen Dorhout, Mitchell Technical College, $2000
  • Tyler Kleinsasser, South Dakota School of Mines, $2,000