Scholarship Opportunity

Elizabeth Pegues Scholarship Matching Program for Students of Color

Offered by Students United

The Elizabeth Pegues Scholarship Matching Program provides matching scholarship support to students of color attending one of the seven Minnesota State universities who have already received an external Minnesota-based scholarship.

EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelCollege Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2026-27 Students United Scholarship Cycle

OpensFebruary 1, 2026
DeadlineApril 1, 2026

Eligibility

  • Attend one of the seven Minnesota State universities.
  • Be a student of color.
  • Have received an external Minnesota-based scholarship eligible for matching.
  • Meet all current Students United matching-program requirements.

Requirements

  • Complete the online Elizabeth Pegues Scholarship Matching Program application.
  • Provide Minnesota State University enrollment information.
  • Provide information or documentation regarding the external Minnesota-based scholarship.
  • Complete the required personal statement or essay.

How to Apply

  1. 1Confirm enrollment at one of the seven Minnesota State universities.
  2. 2Confirm that you have received an eligible Minnesota-based external scholarship.
  3. 3Complete the matching-program application.
  4. 4Provide documentation about the outside scholarship.
  5. 5Complete the required written response.
  6. 6Submit all materials by the annual deadline.

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