Most scholarships are for new students and returning graduates (unless otherwise noted). Eligible students must complete the scholarship application 90 days before and up to 30 days after the program start date. Current students may apply for funding they are eligible for at any time after their first term is completed. WGU employees and family members who are eligible for the WGU employee discount are not eligible for WGU scholarships.
Education is the foundation of a strong workforce. That’s especially true in communities across Big Sky Country, and it’s why Gov. Gianforte established a statewide partnership with WGU. By including WGU among the state’s family of outstanding colleges and universities, Montanans have increased access to high-quality, low-cost degree programs – and the skills and knowledge employers demand. And because WGU is committed to improving lives through the power of education, the online, nonprofit university offers an exclusive scholarship opportunity for new students and recent graduates in Montana.
Called the WGU Montana Workforce Scholarship, it helps more residents go back to school and, ultimately, ensure Montana remains a great place to live, work, and raise families. Valued up to $4,000, as many as 100 scholarships will be awarded. Scholarship recipients will receive up to $1,000 per six-month term, renewable up to four terms.
Scholarship Details
Scholarship (valued up to):
$4,000
This scholarship will be credited to your account at the rate of $1,000 per six-month term, renewable for up to four terms.
Interested in this scholarship? The first step is to apply for admission.
Deadline (per 2024-25 aid year):
12/31/24
Before you can apply for this scholarship, you must first apply for admission. Already applied for admission? Apply for scholarships on the Scholarship Portal.
Additional Opportunities:
80+
This scholarship is one of many. Through the generosity of donors and institutional funding, WGU maintains a robust program of scholarships made available to qualified students.
Get Started in Two Simple Steps
Step 1: Apply for Admission
To be considered for WGU scholarships, you must be provisionally accepted as a WGU student1. Please complete the admissions application and work with your Enrollment Counselor to move through the admissions process.
Step 2: Apply for Scholarships
To access the scholarship application, you will need your MyWGU student portal credentials, which will be sent to you after Step 1. You are eligible to apply for scholarships 90 days before and up to 30 days after your degree start date.2
1 Returning WGU graduates should complete the Returning Graduate Application.
2 Completing a current aid year FAFSA is required if eligible to submit the FAFSA. If you are ineligible to receive federal aid via the FAFSA, you will still have opportunity to be considered for WGU scholarships.
Common Questions About Scholarships
Still have questions? More info can be found here:
Thank You to Our Donors
Scholarship opportunities are made possible in part by the generous support of many companies, foundations, partner organizations, and individuals, including WGU alumni, faculty, and staff. Learn how donors can make a difference at WGU.
When you complete the FAFSA, be sure to list WGU’s school code.
Code: 033394
Financial Aid is also Available
You may choose to pay for the remaining portion of your degree through federal financial aid (subject to your eligibility). Pell Grants, which do not have to be repaid, are granted based on financial need. Federal Direct Student Loans are available to most students. Subsidized loans, which are dependent on financial need, reduce the interest due on loans.
