The 2008-2009 scholarship applications are available at the Women's Center. If you would like to have an application mailed to you, please call 507-389-6146, or email gail.abraham@mnsu.edu. Below you will find information about specific scholarships and how to apply for them.
Mary Jane Young Undergraduate Scholarship for Re-Entry Women
- Learn about Mary Jane Young
- These scholarships are for $1,500 each
- The number of awards varies from year to year
- The deadline for this scholarship is April 1, 2008
Eligibility
- Re-entry, single women (over 25) with custody of children; or re-entry, married women who have delayed their own education (10 yrs. or more) to raise a family with an inadequate income of their own, from their husband's income, or their husband's income make them ineligible for other financial aid.
- Full-time undergraduate student in any major attending MSU both fall and spring semesters 2008-2009.
- Prior completion of 30 semester credits, or transfer credits.
How to apply
- Print and fill out the Mary Jane Young Scholarship Form
- Write an essay about how this scholarship will financially help you continue your education; why you wish to re-enter college to continue your education; and what goals you may have for your future
- Include two letters of recommendation (one must be from a faculty member.)
- Include an unofficial copy of your college transcripts.
Coplan Donohue Single Parent Scholarship
- Learn more about Diane Coplan Donohue
- These scholarships are for $2,000 each
- The number of awards varies from year to year
- The deadline for this scholarship is April 1, 2008
Eligibility
- Non-traditional/single-parent student with primary physical custody of children
- Commitment to parenting
- Full-time undergraduate or graduate level student in any major attending MSU both fall and spring semesters 2008-2009
- Prior completion of 30 semester credits, or transfer credits
- Evidence of academic excellence; not financial need-based
- U.S. citizen
How to apply
- Print and fill out the Coplan Donohue Single Parent Scholarship Form
- Write an essay about yourself describing your family; why you are working to obtain a degree; describe your parenting philosophy; list your work experience related to your major; and describe your plans for the future
- Include three reference letters addressing your capabilities as a student and/or single- parent responsibilities
- Include an unofficial copy of your college transcripts
American Association of University Women, Mankato Branch
Josephine Bowden Student Trust Fund
- $300 scholarship
- preference given to those who demonstrate financial need
- previous recipients are eligible
Eligibility requirements:
- Limited to returning women students enrolled at MSU
- High school graduates of 2006 and 2007 are not eligible
How to apply:
- Print and fill out the AAUW Form
- Describe your personal financial need
- Include two personal letters from non-relatives
- Include an unofficial copy of your college transcripts
