Morrie Anderson Endowed Scholarship

Name: Morrie Anderson Endowed Scholarship

Award Amount:

• $500 awarded each semester.

Overview:

Established to honor Morris J. Anderson’s significant contributions to education in Minnesota, particularly his support of technical education, this scholarship provides financial assistance to students enrolled in technical programs at Minnesota State colleges. The scholarship aims to support students pursuing careers in technical fields, reflecting Mr. Anderson’s dedication to technical education.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Be an undergraduate student enrolled in a technical program at one of the technical or consolidated colleges within Minnesota State.
• Maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Preference will be given to students with financial need.

Application Process:

• Complete and submit the online application by April 1 at 11:59 PM for the fall semester or by November 1 at 11:59 PM for the spring semester.
• Submit a personal letter describing your:
  • Academic goals
  • Career goals
  • Personal goals
• Provide one letter of recommendation from a campus, community, or organization leader.
• Submit a separate statement of need explaining why you need this scholarship.
• Provide a copy of your unofficial transcript from your current institution.

Deadlines:

• Applications open on January 1 and close on April 1 at 11:59 PM for the fall semester.
• Applications open on July 1 and close on November 1 at 11:59 PM for the spring semester.

Additional Information:

• Recipients are selected based on their academic performance, clarity of goals, demonstrated need, and the quality of their application materials.
• For detailed guidelines, application instructions, and further assistance, visit the official scholarship page on the LeadMN website or contact the LeadMN office.

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