Scholarship Opportunity

Jared P. Stene Student Leadership Scholarship

Offered by Students United

The Jared P. Stene Student Leadership Scholarship recognizes undergraduate Minnesota State students who demonstrate meaningful student leadership, advocacy, and commitment to public higher education.

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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

  • Be an undergraduate student within the Minnesota State system.
  • Demonstrate student leadership.
  • Show involvement in advocacy or public higher education.
  • Meet all annual scholarship requirements established by Students United.

Requirements

  • Complete the online scholarship application.
  • Provide Minnesota State enrollment information.
  • Describe student leadership and advocacy experience.
  • Complete the required personal statement or essay.

How to Apply

  1. 1Confirm undergraduate Minnesota State enrollment.
  2. 2Complete the Jared P. Stene Student Leadership Scholarship application.
  3. 3Identify a meaningful leadership experience.
  4. 4Explain how your leadership influenced your institution or community.
  5. 5Connect that experience to your future goals.
  6. 6Submit the complete application by the annual deadline.

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