Colonel Bert and Deanna Rice Scholarship Grant

The Colonel Bert and Deanna Rice Scholarship at Montana State University supports Montana residents who are U.S. Armed Forces Veterans or their spouses/unmarried widows/widowers. Applicants must maintain a minimum 2.7 GPA and preference is given to those pursuing degrees in the College of Engineering or Sociology with a Criminology Option. This scholarship aims to empower veterans and enhance their educational opportunities, contributing positively to their communities.

Montana State University
Montana State University (MSU), the state’s largest public research university, serves as Montana’s premier land-grant institution dedicated to education, research, and service. With more than 16,000 students and a strong commitment to hands-on, experiential learning, MSU integrates academic excellence with real-world problem-solving across fields such as agriculture, engineering, health, science, and the arts.
Guided by its land-grant mission, MSU prioritizes student success, community engagement, and research that strengthens Montana’s economy and quality of life. The university strives to foster innovation, expand opportunity, and support thriving communities by preparing graduates who are equipped to lead, serve, and contribute meaningfully to society.
This scholarship supports Montana residents attending Montana State University who are either U.S. Armed Forces Veterans or the spouse or unmarried widow/widower of a Veteran. Applicants must maintain a minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA. Preference is given to students pursuing a degree from the College of Engineering or from the Department of Sociology with a Criminology Option. Award amounts vary, and the scholarship falls under the Veterans scope.

Eligibility

U.S. Armed Forces VeteranSpouse of a U.S. Armed Forces Veteran, to include unmarried widows and widowers of a U.S. Armed Forces Veteran