Scholarship Opportunities

Application Deadline: 03/01/2026

The Center for Entrepreneurship and Family Business has scholarship opportunities for incoming freshman and undergraduate students interested in studying entrepreneurship. Named after former NDSU President Jim Ozbun, awards range from $1,000 up to $2,500 per year. Students from any College, Department, or discipline are welcome to apply.

Preference will be given to students enrolled or planning to enroll in the Entrepreneurship Minor or Certificate programs. Students must submit a short essay (500 word maximum) describing any experience, or future interests they have in entrepreneurship. Incoming freshman – if you took NDSU’s Intro to Entrepreneurship course as an early entry course, be sure to mention that in your essay!

President Jim Ozbun Scholarship – Incoming Freshman | $1,000

President Jim Ozbun Scholarship – Current Students | $1,000 – $2,500

Look for this opportunity when you fill out the NDSU General Scholarship Application through OneStop. Scholarship deadlines may differ for incoming freshmen, currently enrolled students, and transfer students. Consult with OneStop services or your academic advisor if you have any questions about deadlines or the application process.

Kevin and Kalli Black Scholarship

Application Deadline: 03/01/2026

The Kevin and Kalli Black Scholarship is available to currently enrolled juniors who are pursuing a certificate or minor in Entrepreneurship. Students must have earned a cumulative GPA of 3.20 or higher and preference will be given to students who demonstrate leadership skills.

Steve and Kay Halverson Legacy Scholarship

Application Deadline: 03/01/2026

The Steve and Kay Halverson Legacy Scholarship is available to juniors or seniors who are pursuing a major in Finance with a preference to a student pursuing a certificate or minor in Entrepreneurship. Students must have earned a GPA between 2.50 and 3.25 with a preference to a student in a leadership position.

Problems to Possibilities 

Problems to Possibilities (P2P) is a program that challenges students to think differently about entrepreneurship and change-making. Hosted by North Dakota State University Center for Entrepreneurship and Family Business, P2P leverages systems-thinking and local networks to drive social, environmental, and economic progress.

Applications for this program are available in the fall. Once selected, students have the opportunity to earn scholarships of $2,500 or $1,000. View the Info Sheet or click the “Learn More” button to explore this opportunity.

POSSIBILITY Fellowship 

The Possibility Fellowship is a one-year premier entrepreneurial program that includes individual mentoring, hands-on learning, and unique opportunities for networking and internships. Students were selected to join the Fellowship based on several eligibility requirements, including academic excellence, leadership abilities, and a knack for entrepreneurial creativity. Each Fellow will receive a $5,000 scholarship and travel stipend for conference attendance and professional development.