The University of Minnesota Hasselmo Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship program awarded to incoming freshmen at the University of Minnesota. This scholarship program was established to honor the university’s former president, Nils Hasselmo, who served from 1988 to 1997.
The Hasselmo Scholarship is a four-year, full-tuition scholarship that also provides an additional annual stipend for educational expenses. It is an awarded based on academic achievement, leadership potential, and involvement in extracurricular activities. Recipients of the scholarship are typically students who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to making positive contributions to their communities.