Donald L. Smith Memorial Scholarship Grant

The Donald L. Smith Memorial Scholarship at Montana State University supports full-time graduate students in Geology with a minimum 3.0 GPA, particularly those engaged in field geology for their master's thesis. This scholarship reflects MSU's commitment to enhancing education and research within the Earth Sciences, helping students lead impactful careers that contribute to the community and advance scientific understanding.

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 full-time graduate students pursuing a degree in Geology who maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Preference is given to students conducting field geology as part of their master's thesis work. Award amounts vary, and the scholarship falls under the Earth Sciences and Letters and Science scopes.