Scholarships
Scholarships are very competitive but here are some tips to assist you in the process.
Apply for every scholarship for which you are eligible
Finish the application prior to the deadline
Have somebody proof-read the application before submitting it
Be sure to include all of your community service, leadership experience, and academic honors
In addition to the scholarships posted here, you should do your own scholarship searches. Some well-known websites are listed here:
Idaho Scholarships
Various scholarships and deadlines
The state of Idaho offers a variety of scholarships for anyone interested in continuing their education.
Dennis James Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: April 3, 2026
The Dennis James Memorial scholarship was started in 2015 by the family of Dennis James and through his company, Urgent Care of Idaho, formerly Riverview. Dennis was a passionate businessman and member of his community. He knew how important education was in bettering people, families, and communities. He supported education within his family and throughout his life. We are proud to be able to continue that through this memorial scholarship.
Scholarship Eligibility
High School Senior – must receive diploma from a Cassia or Minidoka County High School by June 2026
U.S. citizen
Plan to enroll in an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school in the U.S. for the 2026-2027 school year, with an exception for students serving a church mission, allowing deferral for up to two years.
3.0 GPA or greater
Dennis R. Byington Memorial Foundation Music and Performing Arts Scholarships
Deadline: April 15th of each year
This scholarship is in honor of the memory of Dennis R. Byington, who dedicated his time and talents to enriching our community through music and the performing arts.
This scholarship is intended for a graduating senior at Burley High School who has excelled in music and the performing arts throughout high school and has exemplified the spirit of service and leadership.
Please attach how you have exemplified service and leadership through music and the performing arts, as well as include your future plans and how you plan to use this scholarship to further your education (500 words or less).
Please attach a one-minute video showcasing your talent as a performer
Please attach a photo of yourself and a copy of your high school transcripts
If this scholarship is awarded to me, I affirm that I understand that the scholarship is to be used for educational purposes only. I also understand that the scholarship check will be issued to the institution I plan on attending.
First place $500, Second place $250
Kiwanis Club of Burley Education Scholarship
Deadline: Must be received in the mail by April 15, 2026
As a youth centered service organization we are pleased to be offering Scholarships for outstanding achievements in these areas:
1. Academics 2. Service 3. Leadership 4. Prof Tech 5. Athletics
Click here for PDF application - there is an option to fill it out online and then print it out and mail it to the Kiwanis Organization.
Lions Club Scholarships
Deadline: April 15, 2026
Click here for the Al Thaxton Music and Arts Scholarship (PDF application)
Click here for the Leo's Club Scholarship (PDF application)
Click here for the Technical Education Scholarship (PDF application)
Click here for the Dr. James Kircher Health Care Scholarship (PDF application)
Click here for the Dr. Jack and Mary Zarybnisky Continuing Education Scholarship (PDF application)
Click here for the Business Education Scholarship (PDF application)
PMT Scholarship
Deadline: April 16, 2026
The PMT Scholarship program was established over 30 years ago and has helped many area students further their education beyond high school.
West Cassia Soil & Water Scholarship
Deadline: April 23, 2026
This scholarship will be considered for students planning to attend college or a trade school with a focus on an Ag related field of study.
Zella Jean Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: April 29, 2026 @ NOON
We are the grandchildren of Zella Marjorie Wixom and William D Larsen and Jean Walbridge Jordan and Hal Reynolds Matthews. Funding through private means an annual scholarship campaign focused on helping others continue their educational goals. Participation in the Zella Jean Foundation is possible with direct deposit at any U.S. Bank or via Venmo. Contact us via email for more information.
Scholarship Requirements:
Service Project: Complete 20 hours of community service in a calendar year. Provide documentation including service hours using Google docs via email
Essay Project: Submit a 428 EXACT word count essay (indicate word count on first page of essay in the header) about a personal learning or personal life experience that has inspired you to pursue higher education. Use Google docs. Email essay as directed
Video Project: Submit a 3 minute and 20 seconds personal speech addressing how this award will help you to have a greater impact in 1 of 3 areas:
Leadership, Education, Accountability. Pick 1 area of focus. Video MUST NOT be the same as the essay. Submit video project as a YouTube link submit via email the YouTube link
Getting to know you: Briefly share household size for information as well as provide family dynamics and makeup as background in a Google Docs format. submit via email with the projects
To begin the application process, email info@thezellajeanfoundation.org
Outdoors Enthusiast Scholarship
Deadline: June 30th of every year
We at Elk Mountain Tents have experienced great joy and pleasure just being outside and enjoying all that nature has to offer.
We are looking to help out a stellar individual with an appreciation for the great outdoors who captures the adventurous spirit that has come to embody the Elk Mountain Tents brand. If that sounds like you, please apply! Or, if that sounds like someone you know, please share this opportunity with them!
Applicants only need to answer two questions and there are no length requirements:
What do you love about the great outdoors?
Please describe your financial need and how you would use your scholarship funds.
Eligibility
Applicants must be registered for a college, university, or technical school for the Fall term immediately following being awarded the scholarship. Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years of age, have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, and share a love for the great outdoors!