KALISPELL — Flathead Electric Cooperative is now accepting scholarship applications from local students pursuing higher education, with individual awards ranging from $500 to $6,000.
Using unclaimed capital credits, the Co-op offers more than $130,000 in scholarships each year to help students further their education and prepare for future careers.
Scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors, homeschool graduates, and current undergraduate college students. Applicants must be Co-op members or have a parent or legal guardian who receives electric service from the Co-op at their primary residence.
New this year, students can submit one application for three different scholarship programs. In addition to Flathead Electric’s scholarships, applicants may be eligible for scholarships from Basin Electric Power Cooperative and Montana Electric Cooperatives’ Association.
Scholarships are also available specifically for students pursuing careers in the trades, including electrical linework.
The application deadline is Jan. 17. Students are encouraged to review eligibility requirements and apply online at flatheadelectric.com/