SCHOLARSHIPS
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Local and Regional Scholarships
Local and Regional Scholarships
Students can search for local and regional scholarship application opportunities in Naviance.
Login to Naviance (Students do this by clicking on their Google Apps and using the Single Sign-On option with their school email account).
Click on 'Colleges' > 'Scholarship Search'. As people in the local community and Minnesota contact us about their scholarship postings, we list them at this site.
Class of 2026: Evening of Excellence Scholarships
Education Foundation of Bloomington (EFB) Scholarships
Education Foundation of Bloomington (EFB) Scholarships
Every year, the Education Foundation of Bloomington (EFB) is committed to empowering the promising students of Bloomington Public Schools by awarding scholarships to deserving high school seniors. These scholarships are specifically designed to provide crucial financial support for their inaugural year of college or technical training, paving the way for a successful and fulfilling educational journey beyond high school.
Amount: $500 - $1000 (40+ scholarships)
Deadline: April 6, 2026
Thomas Burnett Jr. Scholarship
Thomas Burnett Jr. Scholarship
The Thomas Burnett Memorial Education Fund was established in 2002 by Thomas Jefferson High School and the Burnett family to honor alumnus Thomas Edward Burnett Jr., who lost his life on September 11, 2001 while helping stop the hijacking of United Airlines Flight 93, saving countless lives. Remembered as a leader of integrity, courage, and service, Burnett’s legacy lives on through this scholarship, which supports Kennedy seniors pursuing post-secondary education.
Amount: $1200
Deadline: April 6, 2026
Fairview Southdale Hospital Scholarship
Fairview Southdale Hospital Scholarship
Fairview Southdale Hospital is awarding two scholarships to selected Kennedy students
Criteria: 2026 Graduating Senior, High Academic Achievement, Outstanding School and Community Citizenship, Plans to Attend College in the Fall of 2026
Amount: $1000
Deadline: April 6, 2026
Bloomington Federated Women's Club Scholarship
Bloomington Federated Women's Club Scholarship
The BFWC will award one scholarship for a female student attending an accredited four-year school.
Three finalists for the $3000 scholarship will be interviewed by the scholarship committee before their decision on a recipient is made. These scholarships are awarded in odd-numbered years to Jefferson students and in even-numbered years to Kennedy students.
Amount: $3000
Deadline: April 6, 2026
KOPP | Family Foundation Scholarship
KOPP | Family Foundation Scholarship
The Kopp Family Foundation was established in 1986 by Lee and Barbara Kopp.
Since its formation, the Foundation has made grants totaling more than $65 million, much of which has been directed to nonprofits organizations in Minnesota.
These core principles include:
Helping individuals achieve success through education.
Providing emergency assistance in the form of food, shelter, and transportation for those in need.
Supporting nonprofit organizations that encourage youth development, address women’s issues and provide for the care and quality of life for the elderly.
Amount: Approximately $1500 (2)
Deadline: April 6, 2026
Scholarships for First Generation or Underrepresented Minority Students
Scholarships for First Generation or Underrepresented Minority Students
Scholarships for First Generation or Underrepresented Minority Students
Scholarships for First Generation or Underrepresented Minority Students
Students who are the first in their family to attend college or who identify as part of an underrepresented community often qualify for a wide range of dedicated scholarships. These awards are designed to recognize resilience, leadership, and potential while helping reduce financial barriers to higher education. Many organizations, colleges, and foundations specifically support first-generation and minority students through academic, need-based, and identity-based scholarships. Explore these opportunities to find programs that celebrate your story and invest in your success.
National Scholarship Search Websites
National Scholarship Search Websites
Login to Naviance (Students do this by clicking on their Google Apps and using the Single Sign-On option with their school email account).
Click on 'Colleges' > 'National Scholarship Search'. Students enter their information at the Sallie Mae site for a personalized list of scholarships to apply for.
College-Specific Scholarships: Naviance > 'Colleges' > 'College-Specific Scholarships'
Allows students to apply for multiple scholarships at once with one application. It includes local awards that are less competitive.
Offers a wide range of scholarships categorized by GPA, military affiliation, ethnicity, and more. This helps students find niche scholarships with smaller applicant pools.
RaiseMe allows students to earn micro-scholarships for achievements throughout high school, such as good grades, extracurricular activities, and community involvement. These scholarships are applied to participating colleges.
Niche provides a wide variety of scholarships based on school, major, location, and personal traits. Students can search and apply for awards through the website's filtering system.
Aggregates awards from large and small directories. After creating a profile, you can filter scholarships by various data points and receive notifications when new scholarships match your profile.
Organizes scholarships by amount, requirements, and deadlines. ScholarshipOwl will also auto-submit applications to recurring scholarships, saving you time.
Known for its clean interface and easy search system. You can filter by education level, award category, and deadlines. It even lets you find “no-essay” scholarships.
Matches you with scholarships based on your profile. Each scholarship is given a “Scholly score” indicating how well you fit with the scholarship’s requirements.
A U.S. Department of Labor portal with more than 8,000 scholarships. You can filter by keyword, amount, deadline, or state, and find scholarships for vocational, associate, undergraduate, and graduate programs.
A platform designed for students to search for scholarships, as well as college applications, internships, and other opportunities. It aggregates scholarships based on your profile and interests.
Operated by the College Board, Big Future offers a scholarship search tool that helps students find awards based on academic interests, family background, and extracurricular activities.
Peterson’s offers an extensive scholarship search tool and provides information on colleges, grad schools, and standardized test prep.
Unigo provides access to a wide range of scholarships and has a search tool that allows students to filter by award type, deadline, and amount.
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