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AGC of SD Scholarships

The AGC of SD is deeply committed to a highly educated and trained workforce! Because of this we have awarded over $75,000 in 2025 for students pursuing an education in a career field directly related to the construction industry. Applicants must have a good academic standing and be committed to working in South Dakota following graduation.

CONGRATULATIONS 2025-2026 AGC of SD, INDUSTRY-SPONSORED, AND/OR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS:

  • Abby Murphy, Harrisburg High School, $1,000
  • Aidan Foley, South Dakota State University, $2,000
  • Aiden Bunde, Tri Valley High School, $2,000
  • Alex Foley, South Dakota State University, $2,000
  • Ava Johnson, Brandon Valley High School, $1,000
  • Avery Nothdurft, West Central High School, $1,000
  • Beth Parsons, Jefferson High School, $1,500
  • Brady Thompson, Brandon Valley High School, $1,000
  • Brody Torgerson, South Dakota State University, $2,000
  • Carter Malstrom, Montevideo High School, $1,000
  • Cayden Morris, TF Riggs High School, $2,000
  • Emir Espinoza, Plankinton High School, $5,500
  • Ethan Thompson, South Dakota School of Mines, $1,500
  • Gabrielle Robbins, South Dakota State University, $2,000
  • Ireland Templeton, TF Riggs High School, $1,500
  • Jason Gusso, Brandon Valley High School, $2,500
  • Josiah Williams, South Dakota School of Mines, $2,000
  • Logan Hilt, South Dakota State University, $2,000
  • Luke Lembcke, Sioux Valley High School, $4,000
  • Marie Horsted, Lincoln High School, $1,500
  • Michael Dorsett, Webster Area High School, $1,500
  • Noah Donohoe, Minnesota State University, $2,000
  • Owen Horsted, Creighton University, $1,500
  • Peyton McCune, Freeman Public High School, $1,500
  • Porter Muck, University of Nebraska, $1,000
  • Sophia Priesz, South Dakota State University, $3,000
  • TJ Wiedebush, Aberdeen High School, $5,500
  • Trace Shoemaker, Webster Area High School, $3,500
  • Tristen Dorhout, Madison High School, $3000
  • Tyler Kleinsasser, South Dakota School of Mines, $3,000
  • Valeria Toldeo, Huron High School, $1,500

AGC of SD COMMITTEE SCHOLARSHIPS

AGC of SD Sponsored Build Dakota Scholarships at SD Technical Colleges Application Window: January 1 – March 31, 2025

All Other AGC of SD Scholarships Application Window: December 5, 2024 – April 18, 2025

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 technical institute. 
  • $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 institute.
  • Plus More….

AGC of SD 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 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. The criteria to apply for undergraduate and graduate scholarships outlines the eligibility to apply. The platform for the application funding students for the 2025-2026 academic school year is closed. Apply by November 1, 2024.