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Scholarship

The Barry Scholarship Program is a cohort experience providing a two or four year annually-renewable college scholarship of up to $5000 per year for graduating high school PaY seniors who demonstrate exceptional character, leadership, and commitment to serving their community. The program provides financial support, professional development, and personal support throughout the journey of pursuing an education at any nonprofit college or university. Our goal is to not only ensure students succeed in college, but also to help students thrive after graduation. Other scholarship opportunities are available through our Philanthropy: Forward program.

Big News for NDSU Scholarships Starting Fall 2025 – A Special Update from President Cook!

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Scholarship

The Barry Scholarship Program is cohort experience providing a two or four year annually-renewable college scholarship of up to $5000 per year for graduating high school PaY seniors who demonstrate exceptional character, leadership, and commitment to serving their community. The program provides financial support, professional development, and personal support throughout the journey of pursuing an education at any nonprofit college or university. Our goal is to not only ensure students succeed in college, but also to help students thrive after graduation. Other scholarship opportunities are available through our Philanthropy: Forward program.

Apply to Be a Scholar

Barry Scholarship applications will be open between November 15th and February 1st. Check back here for updates, application materials, and dates for application workshops.

Philanthropy Forward

Philanthropy: Forward is a unique community of young professionals passionate about making a difference in their collegiate and professional careers.

  • Friday, November 15: Scholarship Applications Open

  • Monday, January 6: Resume and Cover Letter Workshop

  • Tuesday, January 28: Scholarship Application Office Hours

  • Saturday, February 1: Scholarship Applications Close

  • Monday, March 3 – Friday, March 7: Scholarship Interviews

  • Week of April 14: Scholarship Notifications

  • Tuesday, April 15: Problems to Possibilities Event

  • Thursday, May 1: Scholarship Acceptance

  • Tuesday, May 13: Scholarship + Internship Kickoff

  • Thursday, June 12: Scholar Summer Workshop

2024-25 Important Dates:

Current Scholars

Resources, dates to remember, and important updates for current Barry Scholars

Meet Our Scholars
Lauren Sturlaugson
2018 Scholar

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Sadiyo Hasaan
2018 Scholar

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Samuel Carlson
2020 Scholar

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Hannah Papenfuss
2017 Scholar

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Haison Ngyuen
2019 Scholar

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Alice Carlson
2021 Scholar

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  • Dec 02, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Great Plains Food Bank, 1720 3rd Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
    Join us for PaY+ at Great Plains Food Bank! Take a behind-the-scenes tour, connect with their passionate team, and engage in an Inspire.Lead.Share project. Spots are limited to 40 philanthropists, and will be chosen at random—don’t miss your chance to be part of this PaY+ Event!
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Upcoming Workshops for Applicants

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