Education and Scholarship

BHHBA awards multiple scholarships to upcoming or current college students for the Fall semesters. The purpose of the scholarship is to recognize the student’s academic excellence, as well as the Black Hills Home Builders Association’s member affiliated with the student who is applying, and their active participation in the association.  The student’s area of interest may be in any field. However, preference will be given to applicants with goals of employment related to the Home Building Industry. All applicants must meet the eligibility requirements as listed below.

The eligible individuals will be judged based on scholastic achievement, community service, school and non-school activities and their answers to the essay questions on the application form.

The following items must be submitted with your application: 

1. Cover Letter

2. Copy of most recent transcript.

3. A statement of your need for assistance.

4. Three references, which should include information concerning the relationship to applicant, how long individual has known the applicant and an evaluation of social and personal traits of the applicant such as: cooperation, dependability, initiative, leadership, maturity and self-control.

• Deadline for scholarship applications is May 15, 2025 by 5pm.
• Award winners will be notified by June 1, 2025.
• Scholarships are awarded on July 15, 2025 at the BHHBA Membership Social.