Scholarship Opportunity

LeadMN Leadership Scholarship

Offered by LeadMN

The LeadMN Leadership Scholarship recognizes undergraduate Minnesota State students who demonstrate leadership, community service, and academic achievement.

Minimum GPA2.5+
EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelUndergraduate Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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

Spring 2027 Award Cycle

OpensJuly 1, 2026
DeadlineNovember 1, 2026

Fall Annual Award Cycle

OpensJanuary 1, 2027
DeadlineApril 1, 2027

Eligibility

  • Be a current undergraduate student at a Minnesota State college or university.
  • Have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA.
  • Demonstrate leadership and commitment to serving others.
  • Graduate and PSEO students are ineligible.
  • LeadMN Board and Executive Board members are ineligible.

Requirements

  • Complete the online application.
  • Submit required leadership essays and leadership-skills responses.
  • Submit a leadership biography.
  • Submit a recommendation letter.
  • Submit an unofficial transcript.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the LeadMN application.
  2. 2Prepare the leadership essays and biography.
  3. 3Request the required recommendation.
  4. 4Upload an unofficial transcript.
  5. 5Submit by November 1.

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