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Scholarships

FAFSA – Please visit https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa for information on the process.
Reciprocity (For students attending a public college in Iowa, Wisconsin, or North Dakota)
North Star Promise Scholarship (Minnesota Office of Higher Education) – Covers tuition & fees at Minnesota public colleges/universities after other aid, for MN residents with family AGI below $80,000 once FAFSA or Dream Act is filed.
- No additional application. All you need to do is fill out the FAFSA application.

Naviance: https://tinyurl.com/tcanaviancestudent (through their school account)

Scholarship Opportunities

As Ms. Brazil receives them, scholarships will be posted on the Seniors’ Schoology Page

VFW Voice of Democracy Scholarship – Awards up to ~$30,000
National Merit Scholarship Program – Competitive award based on PSAT/NMSQT performance
No/Low Essay Scholarships – Many sites list easy scholarships like Niche $25,000 or other no-essay awards.

- Anna M. Kuhl Scholarship – For residents of St. Paul or nearby communities planning full-time undergraduate study.

- St. Paul Friend of Youth – Dollars for Scholars – 15 awards of about $3,000 to St. Paul seniors who have faced adversity, excel academically, and show leadership/community involvement.

- - Signature Scholarship (High School Seniors)
  - Legacy Scholarship (Current Undergraduates)
  - Heritage Scholarship (For Trade, Technical, and Two-Year Programs)
  - Selfless Scholar (High School and College Students)
  - Preferred Fields of Study Scholarships

Horatio Alger Minnesota & National Scholarships – Awards up to $25,000 to seniors nationwide who show financial need, academic promise, and personal resilience overcoming adversity.
MGA Foundation Women’s Scholarship – $3,000 per year for women
Timothy L. Correll Foundation Memorial Scholarships – Awards supporting students entering nursing, emergency response or community service fields
Dave Ledo Scholarship – $2,500 for children of local first responders

Additional ways to look for Scholarships opportunities:

If your student is active in a local organization, holds a job, community activities, sports, church, etc. I recommend looking to see if they offer scholarships.
Local foundations, civic clubs, and businesses Rotary Clubs, Lions Clubs, banks/credit unions, and community foundations occasionally offer scholarships with lower competition.
Many in-state colleges automatically consider entering freshmen for merit awards or have separate applications. Many Minnesota State universities have GPA-based or major-specific awards.
If they know what college/ what career they want to go to, college programs often offer scholarships specifically to help students.
Check with the parent/guardians’ place of employment. Many companies have scholarship opportunities for employees’ children.

Tips for earning outside scholarships

Start early when searching for scholarships and continue to search for new ones. Scholarships get posted throughout the year.
Stay organized by tracking deadlines, award amounts, and requirements in a spreadsheet, and set calendar reminders.
Request letters of recommendation early from people who can genuinely speak to your strengths (avoid family members).
Apply for scholarships that require essays, as they often have less competition.
Look for awards connected to your extracurricular activities and interests.
Keep your social media professional, as committees may review it.
Be confident in highlighting your achievements, leadership, perseverance, and community involvement.
Most importantly, apply! Even if you’re unsure—since many scholarships go unclaimed each year.