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Larry and Jean Buchholz Family Scholarship

Background:  The Larry and Jean Buchholz Family Scholarship fund has been established to provide a scholarship opportunity for students who are at least a third generation descendant from families residing in Slope, Bowman and Harding counties.  The recipient must be a graduate of Bowman County High School. 

The maximum award any student may receive from this fund is $5,000.  This is a one-time award that will be made to a graduating high school senior.  Monies awarded will be paid directly toward the recipient's post-secondary expenses at any accredited institution.  Two scholarships will be awarded each year. 

Eligibility Requirements:

  1. Applicant must be a graduate of Bowman County High School.
  2. Applicant must be at least a third generation descendant from families residing in Slope, Bowman, or Harding counties.
  3. Applicant must portray a respectful appearance.
  4. Financial hardship and family need will be used during the selection process. Applicant must submit a short paragraph describing their financial need (250 word maximum).
  5. GPA of 2.50 or higher.
  6. Once awarded, the recipient must maintain the status of a full-time college student.  If the recipient falls to part-time status or drops out of college, the scholarship will be rescinded.

**The selection committee members are Ron Palczewski, Carl Soreide, and Doug Buchholz with final approval from the scholarship foundation committee. 

Return Application To: 
Bowman County High School 
102 8th Ave. SW 
Bowman, ND 58623 
Attn: Pam Fisher, Counselor 

The scholarship application deadline is April 8th. 

Download application form here.