2026 MPMA Education Foundation Scholarship Cycle
OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineApril 15, 2026
Scholarship Opportunity
Waffensmith Family Omnitool Fund Scholarship
Offered by MPMA Education Foundation
The Waffensmith Family Omnitool Fund Scholarship is offered through the Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association Education Foundation to support students pursuing education and training leading to careers in manufacturing and skilled trades.
EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Community College Student, Trade School Student
Application Timeline
Important application dates
This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.
2027 MPMA Education Foundation Scholarship Cycle
OpensJanuary 1, 2027
DeadlineTo Be Announced
Eligibility
- Be entering or currently attending a manufacturing-related education or training program.
- Remain an active student on the scholarship application deadline.
- Students attending a Minnesota college, university, or trade school do not need to be Minnesota residents.
- Minnesota residents attending school outside Minnesota may qualify if they intend to work in Minnesota.
- Students of any age may apply.
- No minimum GPA is required.
- International students studying in Minnesota should contact MPMA to determine eligibility.
Requirements
- Complete the MPMA Education Foundation scholarship application.
- Provide information about your manufacturing-related education or training.
- Provide requested information about industry experience and community involvement.
- Submit the application during the annual scholarship period.
How to Apply
- 1Confirm that your program is manufacturing-related.
- 2Complete the MPMA Education Foundation scholarship application.
- 3Provide relevant manufacturing and skilled-trades experience.
- 4Provide community involvement information.
- 5Submit the completed application by the annual deadline.