Stan Moran Jr. Memorial Scholarship

$1,000
1 winner$1,000
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Application Deadline
Apr 22, 2026
Winners Announced
May 22, 2026
Education Level
High School
Eligibility Requirements
Pursuing:
A first certificate, 2-year, or 4-year college degree full-time on campus starting the first fall semester immediately after high school graduation
Education Level:
High school senior
State of residence:
Montana
Min. GPA:
3.0
Background:
Student-athlete with a love for running and/or sports

Stan Moran Jr. was an exceptional athlete, coach, and mentor on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation and a Turtle Mountain Chippewa Band member.

Stan was a dedicated junior high and high school cross-country coach who inspired countless young athletes through his leadership, discipline, and passion for the sport. As an elite athlete himself, Stan earned two scholarships in cross-country and track and also excelled as a superior wrestler. This scholarship supports student-athletes that demonstrate commitment, perseverance, community service and a love for running and/or sports—qualities Stan embodied throughout his life and career.

Any high school senior with a min 3.0 GPA who is a resident of Montana per Board of Regents Policy 940.1 and demonstrates these qualities may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they will be attending school full-time (12+ credits) on campus starting the first fall semester immediately after high school graduation for a first certificate, 2-year, or 4-year college degree.

To apply, tell us how your athletic experience has impacted you and how your values reflect your connection to your culture or community. Additionally, upload an image of you playing a sport.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published September 5, 2025
Essay Topic

Describe how participating in athletics has shaped your character, work ethic, and commitment to your goals. How do these values reflect your connection to your culture or community?

400–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Apr 22, 2026. Winners will be announced on May 22, 2026.