Scholarship Opportunity

Nellie Stone Johnson Scholarship

Offered by Nellie Stone Johnson Scholarship Committee

The Nellie Stone Johnson Scholarship supports eligible students from union families who pursue community college, technical college, undergraduate, or graduate education in Minnesota. The scholarship honors labor and civil rights leader Nellie Stone Johnson and helps students continue their education at Minnesota institutions.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelCommunity College Student, Technical College Student, Undergraduate Student, Graduate Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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

2026-27 Nellie Stone Johnson Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineJune 1, 2026

Eligibility

  • Meet the current Nellie Stone Johnson Scholarship eligibility requirements.
  • Be enrolled or planning to enroll in an eligible Minnesota community college, technical college, undergraduate program, or graduate program.
  • Meet applicable union-family eligibility requirements.
  • Meet the enrollment requirements for either full-time or part-time award consideration.

Requirements

  • Complete the annual Nellie Stone Johnson Scholarship application.
  • Submit all supporting documentation requested for the applicable award cycle.

How to Apply

  1. 1Review the annual Nellie Stone Johnson Scholarship eligibility requirements.
  2. 2Complete the scholarship application.
  3. 3Submit all required enrollment, union-family, and supporting documentation.
  4. 4Apply by the annual deadline.
  5. 5If selected, maintain program eligibility for continued consideration in future years.