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Academic Scholarship Guidelines and Eligibility Criteria
Type and Eligibility for ScholarshipsThe South Dakota Chapter of the Association of Government Accountants (SDAGA) is pleased to
offer two $500 reimbursement scholarships for qualifying academic courses. The scholarships
may be used over a full academic year.
You must be an SDAGA member. Scholarship must be applied toward study in a financial management academic discipline,
such as accounting, budgeting, economics, finance, information resources management and public administration. Preference will be given to course work directly supporting government financial management.
This reimbursing scholarship may be used for tuition, textbooks, or expenses directly related to the course of study.
Criteria for AwardThe Academic Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of the candidate’s potential for making a
meaningful contribution to public financial management. Academic achievement prior to application
is an indication of potential for success, but is not the only criteria that will be considered in awarding
these scholarships.
Letters of RecommendationAll Candidates must include a reference letter from an AGA member or employer.
Required Essay & TranscriptAll scholarship candidates must submit a brief essay detailing how the course work will benefit their
role in government finance. This essay should be no more than three paragraphs in Microsoft Word
format. In addition, if you have begun an academic program, please submit a transcript of your
course work so far. An ‘unofficial’ copy is acceptable so long as it lists the course titles and grades
earned. The essay and transcript should be submitted along with the attached application to
DeadlineScholarship applications and required documentation must be received by the close of business
Friday March 2, 2018.
PO Box 25, Pierre, SD, 57501 | [email protected]
Academic Scholarship Application I. Personal Information
First Name: ________________________________________________________
Last Name: ________________________________________________________
Email: ________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip Code: _________________________________________________
Telephone: ________________________________________________________
II. Academic InformationName of College/University of study:
If you are enrolled in a degree program, please provide the name of program/major:
Please briefly explain how you intend to use the scholarship, if received:
III. Employment InformationCurrent Employer: __________________________________________________
Current Position: __________________________________________________
Length of Employment: _____________________________________________
Please list any other relevant employment history below:
IV. Application ChecklistCompleted ApplicationRequired EssayAcademic Transcript (if applicable)
PO Box 25, Pierre, SD, 57501 | [email protected]