SCTCC Scholarships
SCTCC Scholarships
Awarded a scholarship through the SCTCC Foundation? Accept it here: Award Agreement
The Fall application closed June 30, 2025. Applications for Spring 2026 will be open in October 2025.
List of SCTCC scholarships offered through the Foundation, by area of study
Scholarships will be awarded based on how you answer two questions on how this scholarship will help you achieve your career goals.
To be eligible to receive a scholarship, you must:
- Be a high school graduate or have completed a GED
- Have applied and completed the scholarship application by deadline announced.
- Enroll in at least 9 credits unless specific individual scholarship guidelines state otherwise.
- Meet special academic, GPA or other requirements that may be stated by the gifting donor
Returning students in 2nd Semester with new or continuing scholarships, or those attending in subsequent years:
- Have a minimum 9 credits completed
- Enroll in a minimum of 9 credits unless specific individual scholarship guidelines state otherwise.
- Maintain an average GPA of 2.0 or higher
Other Scholarships and Grants
In addition to SCTCC Foundation scholarships, there are additional opportunities for students, each with their own guidelines, deadlines, and processes.
American Indian Scholars Program
This program provides a first-dollar tuition and fee-free pathway for Minnesotans eligible for resident tuition who are enrolled members or citizens of any federally recognized tribe or Canadian First Nation to attend a Minnesota State institution or the U of M.
Local and Other Scholarship Opportunities
In addition to SCTCC Foundation scholarships, the following local organizations have scholarships available with their own guidelines, deadlines, and processes.
MN Paramedic Scholarship
The Minnesota Paramedic Scholarship is a temporary scholarship program for Minnesota residents completing a paramedic diploma or degree.
North Star Promise
Starting Fall Semester 2024, SCTCC will offer the North Star Promise Scholarship. This scholarship will cover the full cost of tuition and fees for eligible Minnesotans at a public higher education institution and tribal colleges in the state.
Workforce Development Scholarship
These scholarships are targeted for Minnesota residents who are majoring in high-demand occupations.
