Minnesota Scholarships for 2024

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While it’s probably pretty easy to find what you’re looking for in the Mall of America, not everyone knows where to start a search for free college dollars. If you are a Minnesota resident or student, you won’t have to visit your famous mall to find these awards. We’ve compiled this directory of scholarships for Minnesota residents to help make your search a little easier. If you don’t currently live in Minnesota but plan to attend one of its colleges, such as: the University of Minnesota (U of M), Carleton College, University of St. Thomas, or Minnesota State University, be sure to check out this list of awards for the chance to add some free college dollars to your savings, too.

List of 2024 Minnesota Scholarships

Browse our directory of scholarships for Minnesota students, and apply online today!

MDVA Surviving Spouse/Dependent Education Benefit

This scholarship is available for Minnesota undergraduate students who are the children of a veteran who died on active duty or as a result of a service-connected condition. Students must attend a Minnesota college or university.
Award Amount

Total:  $356250

Awards:  75

Deadline

Deadline:  June 30

Minnesota/South Dakota Reciprocity Agreement

This program is open to Minnesota undergraduate and graduate students who are planning to attend a public college or university in South Dakota. The program allows students to pay a reduced tuition rate.
Award Amount

Total:  $10513080

Awards:  3180

Deadline

Deadline:  June 30

Minnesota/North Dakota Reciprocity Agreement

This program is open to Minnesota undergraduate and graduate students who are planning to attend a public college or university in North Dakota. The program allows students to pay a reduced tuition cost.
Award Amount

Total:  $61000620

Awards:  11234

Deadline

Deadline:  June 30

Minnesota/Wisconsin Reciprocity Agreement

This program is open to Minnesota undergraduate and graduate students who are planning to attend a public college or university in Wisconsin. The student must be enrolled in an eligible program to qualify, and will pay a reduced tuition rate.
Award Amount

Total:  $99302000

Awards:  14186

Deadline

Deadline:  June 30

Carol Bauhs Benson Scholarship

This scholarship is available for U.S. students who are residents of Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin. Students must have completed a minimum of one year of an accredited dental hygiene certificate/associate’s program with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher, and must be professional or student members of American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA).
Award Amount

Total:  $1000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  February 01

Joseph Hagan Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is open to students who are or will be enrolled in an ABFSE-accredited mortuary science program.
Award Amount

Total:  $10000

Awards:  2

Deadline

Deadline:  November 01

Minnesota Veteran Education Benefit Program

This scholarship is available to Minnesota military veterans to use at any Minnesota college or university. The award may be used for any level of postsecondary education.
Award Amount

Total:  $56250

Awards:  75

Deadline

Deadline:  November 01

KASF Midwestern Region Scholarship

This scholarship is offered to Korean-American undergraduate or graduate students who are currently enrolled in college and are residents of the midwestern region of the United States as defined by the Korean American Scholarship Fund. The following states are eligible: Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
Award Amount

Total:  $5000

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  June 30

Parr Family Memorial Endowment Scholarship

This award is available for U.S. and international undergraduate and graduate students who are residents of an eligible Midwestern state. Applicant must have a grade point average of 2.5 to 3.0.
Award Amount

Total:  $700

Awards:  1

Deadline

Deadline:  February 01

Grow the Dream Foundation Scholarship Application

The Grow the Dream foundation exists to bridge the financial gap for families in need and promote the positive impact of college athletics. The foundation and its sponsor company, Prep Network, share the mission of creating lifelong memories for athletes through a combination of premiere competition and media exposure, seeking to make college athletics a reality for more aspiring high schoolers across the country.
Award Amount

Total:  $20000

Awards:  2

Deadline

Deadline:  January 15