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:

2025 - 2026 Scholarship Google Sheet

Any questions pertaining to the Google Sheet please see Mrs. Payne in the Counseling Center.

2025 - 2026 Scholarship Google Sheet - Coming Soon...

Idaho Scholarships

Various scholarships and deadlines

The state of Idaho offers a variety of scholarships for anyone interested in continuing their education.

Apply online here

Dennis R. Byington Memorial Foundation Music and Performing Art Scholarships

Deadline: April 15 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.

  • APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 15 of each year

  • Please e-mail a one-minute video showcasing your talent as a performer (janellelungren@gmail.com)

  • Please include a photo of yourself and a copy of your high school transcripts

  • First place $500, Second place $250

  • Please return application to BHS College & Career Advisor, Lindsay Payne.

Click here for PDF application or stop by the Counseling Center

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: 

  1. What do you love about the great outdoors? 

  2. 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!

Click here for application online