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University of Minnesota Gopher State Scholarship

University of Minnesota Gopher State Scholarship

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$2,000

Application Deadline:

01/01/2024
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About This Scholarship

Academic scholarships at the University of Minnesota are quite competitive. Based on an evaluation of the freshman entrance application as a whole, accepted freshmen are given consideration for these scholarships. Students who submit a complete freshmen application by the respective application deadline dates are granted full consideration for academic scholarships. By the end of March of their senior year, students who have received scholarships are notified.

Residents of North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin are eligible to apply for the Gopher State Scholarship at the University of Minnesota. For two years, the award will be worth $1,000 per year. Each admitted student’s academic preparation and performance, as well as any other information included in the admission application, are carefully evaluated in order to make scholarship decisions. Please visit the for further details or to submit an application.

Eligibility Criteria For University of Minnesota Gopher State Scholarship

Here are some common eligibility considerations:

  • Academic qualifications: Scholarships often have academic requirements, such as a minimum high school GPA or standardized test scores (such as SAT or ACT). The specific GPA or test score requirements can vary between scholarship programs.
  • Extracurricular activities and leadership: Scholarship programs often value students who have demonstrated involvement in extracurricular activities, leadership roles, community service, or other notable achievements during their high school years. Highlighting your involvement and accomplishments in these areas can strengthen your scholarship application.
  • Essays or personal statements: Many scholarships require applicants to submit essays or personal statements that showcase their goals, aspirations, and reasons for pursuing higher education. These essays provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your passion, motivation, and unique qualities.
  • Letters of recommendation: Some scholarships may require one or more letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, or individuals who can speak to your qualifications and potential as a college student.
  • Application materials: The scholarship application may require various documents, such as a completed application form, high school transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statements, and possibly proof of financial need.

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