Aid for Students with Special Circumstances
Several unique educational aid programs exist for students and prospective students based on their life circumstances, stage in life, family experiences, public service or other achievements.
- Allis Opportunity Grant Program
- Education Vouchers for Former Youth in Care
- Federal Grants for Aspiring Teachers
- Federal John R. Justice Student Loan Repayment Program
- Fostering Independence Higher Education Grants
- Grants for dislocated workers
- Grants for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
- Minnesota Academic Excellence Scholarship
- Minnesota Educational Assistance for War Orphans
- Minnesota Indian Scholarship
- Minnesota Veterans' Dependents Assistance Program
- Public Safety Officer's Survivor Grant
- Resources for Undocumented Students and MN Dream Act
In addition to these statewide aid programs, the institution may offer its own scholarships based upon a wide range of student characteristics.
More Information
- Public Safety Officer's Survivor Grant
- Alliss Opportunity Grant Program for Adults Returning to College
- Grants for Dislocated Workers
- Minnesota Indian Scholarship
- Minnesota Educational Assistance for War Orphans
- Minnesota Veterans' Dependents Assistance Program
- Education and Training Vouchers for Current and Former Foster Youth
- Federal Grants for Aspiring Teachers
- Minnesota Academic Excellence Scholarship
- Grants for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
- Fostering Independence Higher Education Grants
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