Scholarship Search
Welcome! This page lists the wide variety of scholarship opportunities made possible by our generous donors. You can filter the list by entering a keyword, like the name of your major.
Good news! The scholarship application process just got a whole lot easier! There is just ONE general application that will put you in consideration for ALMOST EVERY scholarship! There are also a few department-based scholarships that may have their own separate scholarship applications that will show up with the general application. All scholarships listed below require you to complete the general Normandale Scholarship Application, unless otherwise stated.
The general scholarship application for the 2024-25 academic year is OPEN NOW! You can use the Category Search Filter below to view scholarships that are awarded in different semesters, and those that require separate applications, as well as their due dates.
To see open scholarship applications, click on the green "Apply Now" button below. Once you have logged in and submitted your Release of Information, you will see any open applications under the "Tasks" tab. If no applications appear, that means there are no scholarship applications currently open. Please note that PSEO students are ineligible for Foundation scholarships.
Scholarships (96)
Aaron Hilden Memorial Jazz Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of the faculty at Normandale Community College to provide financial support to students enrolled in Jazz Combo or Jazz Ensemble.
Eligibility Criteria:
Notes:
297527, 298316, 298446 |
Academic Travel Fund Scholarship
This scholarship fund is awarded to students enrolled in academic travel programs.
Eligibility Criteria:
Notes:
297527, 297528, 297529, 300840 |
Academy of Math & Science Scholarship
This scholarship is offered to students accepted into the Academy of Math and Science program. Community Corporations and Foundations provide financial support for students pursuing courses in the Math and Science Programs.
For more information, please email ams@normandale.edu 297527, 300796 |
Adkins Family Scholarship
This scholarship has been established through the generosity of Mark Adkins and his family to provide financial support for new or returning students with children.
Eligibility Criteria:
298491, 297527, 306911 |
Aftab Hasnain Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Tara and Raza Hasnain to provide financial support for students in need who are interested in pursuing an education at Normandale Community College interested in theatre or the arts.
Eligibility Criteria:
*Preference given to:
297527, 298315, 298479, 298480, 298481, 298482, 298483, 298491, 306911 |
Al-Alim Nursing Scholarship
Established through the generosity of the Rafeeqee Foundation, this scholarship provides support for students enrolled in the Nursing Program. Strong preference to be given to recent immigrants of Somalia or Syria.
Eligibility Criteria:
*Preference given to:
Notes:
297527, 298450, 298451, 298491, 306910, 306911 |
Alice Seagren Scholarship
This scholarship has been established through the generosity of Alice and Fred Seagren to provide financial support for students pursuing a career in Math or Science.
Eligibility Criteria:
*Preference given to:
This scholarship can be awarded to a new or returning student. 298491, 297527, 298296, 298302, 298306, 298313, 298323, 298326, 298328, 298339, 298360, 298369, 298376, 298377, 298387, 298388, 298389, 298394, 298412, 298413, 298438, 306911 |
Audrey Wiebold Memorial Endowed Hospitality Scholarship
John Wiebold and Hillary Panowitsch set up this scholarship in memory of their daughter Audrey, who earned an AA degree at Normandale. Audrey was a chef and had dreamed of using her love of food to craft a career in the hospitality field.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491, 298309, 298368, 298407, 298408, 298417, 298418, 298484, 306911 |
Audrey Wiebold Memorial Endowed Reading Scholarship
John Wiebold and Hillary Panowitsch set up this scholarship in memory of their daughter Audrey, who earned an AA degree at Normandale. Audrey was a chef and had dreamed of using her love of food to craft a career in the hospitality field. This award is targeted for Reading students who are enrolled in developmental reading as part of an English class.
Eligibility Criteria:
Students are selected for this scholarship by Reading faculty and do not apply. 300796, 297527, 298336, 298398 |
BELIEVE Nursing Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Diane Wussow, a Normandale nursing alumna who believes that there should be more nurses who reflect the population they're serving.
Eligibility Criteria:
298491, 297527, 306911, 298450, 298451 |
Biology Department Endowed Scholarship
As a professor of biology, Ann Heuschele understood the value of a community college education. Dr. Heuschele was a professor in Normandale's Biology Department, and she understood that education was a gift to be valued. She would want to ensure that other students, particularly non-traditional students, have the opportunity to gain the education necessary to build a solid career. Because of this belief, Dr. Heuschele's family established an endowment in her memory to provide scholarships for biology students at Normandale.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298296, 298360, 298491, 306911 |
Bloomington Convention and Visitors Bureau Scholarship
Established through the generosity of the Bloomington Convention and Visitors Bureau, this scholarship provides support for students enrolled in the Hospitality Program.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298309, 298368, 298407, 298408, 298417, 298418, 298484, 298491, 306911 |
Bloomington Noon Rotary STRIVE Scholarship
The Normandale Foundation matches the amount of money the rotary club awards STRIVE recipients. They will receive the matching amount in Spring Semester if they are still enrolled.
297527, 297528, 300796 |
Boda-Grindahl Scholarship for Internationalization Studies
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Suzanne Boda and George Grindahl to encourage Normandale students to earn the College's 14-credit, 4-course International Experience Certificate.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 297529, 300831 |
Bryant Family Art Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Bernie Bryant, former Normandale Community College vice president, to provide financial support for students who are majoring in the AFA Program.
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
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297528, 298335, 298355, 298356, 303124 |
CareyOn Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Joyce Carey, a Normandale Community College instructor who loved to travel. This scholarship provides financial support for students with limited or no study experience abroad.
Eligibility Criteria:
Preference for:
Application Requirements:
Notes:
297527, 297528, 297529, 300840 |
Chemistry Department Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of the Normandale Community College Chemistry faculty to provide financial support for students pursuing coursework in Chemistry.
Eligibility Criteria:
*Preference given to:
In order to qualify for this scholarship, you must complete the general application by April 15, 2024. *Recipients of this award are eligible to receive the Don Reznicek Endowed Chemistry Scholarship 298491, 297527, 298328, 298369, 298408, 306913 |
Chorzempa Family Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Chorzempa Family Foundation to provide financial support for students pursuing a four-year degree and are involved with volunteer activities.
Eligibility Criteria:
Notes:
297527, 298491, 306911, 306910 |
Community Dental Care Scholarship
Scholarship established to support Dental Hygiene students with a desire to pursue public health dentistry after graduation.
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
Notes:
297528, 298382, 300798 |
Dale Brown AA Art Scholarship
This scholarship was established by an anonymous donor to support students declaring an AA Major with an Art Emphasis.
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
303125, 297527, 297528, 298355, 306915 |
Dani Sommerdorf Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established through a Phi Theta Kappa Honors Study Topic in memory of Dani Sommerdorf to encourage individuals in recovery to start or continue their education at Normandale Community College.
Eligibility Criteria:
Notes:
298491, 297527, 306911 |
David B. Jones - Expanding Experiential Learning Scholarship
This David B. Jones (DBJ) Foundation scholarship supports eligible scholars who are Native American/Indigenous to North America and are completing an associate degree at Normandale with an intent to continue their educational pathway to a four-year institution.
Eligibility Criteria:
Award Details:
Please Note: Eligible candidates will have to interview with an anthropology faculty member as a part of the application process. 297527, 297528, 297529, 306917 |
David B. Jones - Expanding Exposure to Career Pathways in Anthropology & Archeology Scholarship
This David B. Jones (DBJ) Foundation scholarship supports eligible scholars who are underrepresented in higher education--students who identify as Native American/Indigenous to North America, low-income students, first-generation students, and/or students of color – with the goal of advancing the DBJ Foundation and Normandale Community College’s commitment to excellence in anthropology and archaeology education and eliminating educational equity gaps.
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
297527, 297528, 306917 |
David Docter Music Scholarship
This scholarship was created in memory of David Docter by a group of friends and colleagues (known as the Ikea Coffee Group) who would regualrly meet at Ikea to catch up over a cup of coffee. In 1968, David helped found the Department of Music at Normandale Community College where he directed the choral program, served as chairman of the department, taught various music courses and presented annual Madrigal dinners.
Eligibility Criteria:
298316 |
De Oliveira Nursing Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Calleen De Oliveira a Normandale nursing alumna to assist students currently accepted into the Nursing Program at Normandale.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491, 298450, 298451, 306911 |
Dental Hygiene Faculty and Alumni Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Normandale Community College Dental Hygiene Department to provide financial support for students accepted into Normandale's Dental Hygiene Program.
Eligibility Criteria:
Notes:
298491, 297527, 298382, 306912 |
Dental Hygiene Student Scholarship
The scholarship was established by the Normandale Community College Dental Hygiene Department.
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
Notes:
297528, 298382, 300798 |
Disabled American Veterans Minneapolis Chapter No. 1 Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of the Disabled American Veterans, Minneapolis Chapter. This scholarship provides financial support for benefit-eligible veterans to promote supervision and management skills.
Eligibility Criteria:
*This award may be used to supplement tuition or other valid educational purposes. 297527, 298491, 306911 |
Don Reznicek Endowed Chemistry Scholarship
This scholarship was established in honor of Don Reznicek who taught in the Chemistry Department for 42 years. The scholarship provides financial support for students pursuing coursework in Chemistry.
This scholarship will be awarded to a selected recipient of the Chemistry Department Scholarship. 297527, 298328, 298369, 298491, 306911 |
Donald and Ramona Johnstone Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established as a memorial to Donald and Ramona Johnstone. This scholarship provides financial support for students pursuing a career in the pharmaceutical or medical field, with a preference toward veterans.
Eligibility Criteria:
*Preference given to:
297527, 298491, 298296, 298297, 298299, 298311, 298314, 298317, 298318, 298328, 298332, 298337, 298345, 298360, 298361, 298369, 298371, 298382, 298384, 298401, 298402, 298403, 298404, 298423, 298443, 298444, 298450, 298451, 298452, 298453, 298454, 298460, 298463, 298468, 298469, 298470, 298471, 298490, 306911 |
Dr. J. Premanand Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Drs. Visvanatha and Jayaseetha Premanand to provide financial support for students at Normandale Community College.
Eligibility Criteria:
298491, 297527, 298313, 298339, 298438, 306911 |
Earl Joseph Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was established through the generosity of Earl Joseph. This scholarship provides financial support for students who show leadership potential.
Eligibility Criteria:
This award is renewable for second year if student qualifies. 297527, 298491, 306911, 306910 |
Elisabeth Rosenberg Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was established through the generosity of Elisabeth Rosenberg, former Normandale Community College professor. This scholarship provides financial support for non-traditional students at Normandale Community College.
Eligibility Criteria:
*Preference given to:
297527, 298491, 306911 |
Equity in Global Education Scholarship
This scholarship was established through a commitment to minimize barriers in order to make academic travel more accessible to all students. This funding supports students who are in historically marginalized and underrepresented communities in study abroad programs, including but not limited to: racial, ethnic, LGBTQI+, mental or physical limitation, veteran, and first-generation college students.
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
297527, 297528, 297529, 300840 |
Ernie and Jeanne Lindstrom Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Ernie and Jeanne Lindstrom to provide financial support for students residing in the Richfield area.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491, 306911 |
Excellence in Theatre Scholarship
This scholarship was established to provide financial support to a talented student who is interested in pursuing a career in professional and/or academic theatre.
Eligibility Criteria:
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297527, 298491, 298315, 298479, 298480, 298481, 298482, 298483, 306918 |
Felicity Abby Jane Mathieu Art Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Normandale Community College Art Department in memory of Felicity Abby Jane Mathieu, daughter of Normandale Community College's former vice president David Mathieu. This scholarship provides financial support to students pursuing a degree in art.
Eligibility Criteria:
Notes:
Contact the Art Department directly for any questions or concerns. 297527, 298355, 298356, 306915, 306919 |
Fred Moyer Merit Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of friends in memory of Fred Moyer, Normandale Community College Football Coach. This scholarship provides financial support to students who are majoring in exercise science and demonstrate outstanding responsibility both in and out of the classroom.
Eligibility Criteria:
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297528, 300796, 298332, 298401, 298402, 298403, 298404 |
Gordon and Neoma Herrboldt Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Brooks Herrboldt, a faculty member in Normandale's economics department, in honor of his parents.
Eligibility Criteria:
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297528, 298344, 298386, 306920 |
IME-Becas Scholarship Fund
This scholarship is issued by the Mexican Consulate.
For more information, please contact javier.salinasvega@normandale.edu 297527, 300796 |
Jane Burkleo Music Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Minneapolis Foundation in memory of Jane Burkleo to provide financial support for students pursuing music.
Eligibility Criteria:
298316, 298446 |
Jason Horak Memorial Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was established by former Normandale Community College President Tom and Beverly Horak in memory of their son Jason Horak. This scholarship provides financial support for full-time students who have endured past struggles (academically and/or in life)
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
297527, 298491, 306911 |
Jim & Linda Wallace Endowed Theatre Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was established through the generosity of Jim and Linda Wallace. Jim was a founding theatre instructor at Normandale Community College. This scholarship provides financial support for students enrolled in theatre classes and participating in each theatre production.
Eligibility Criteria:
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297527, 298491, 298315, 298479, 298480, 298481, 298482, 298483, 306918 |
Joan P. Spivey Endowed Memorial Math Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Joan Spivey, former Normandale Community College Math Professor. It provides financial support for students enrolled in Normandale Community College's Math Program.
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
297527, 300796, 298313, 298339, 298438 |
Jodsaas Endowed Math and Science Scholarship
Established through the generosity of the Larry Jodsaas Family, this scholarship provides financial support for full-time students whose focus is on a career in Math and/or Science.
Eligibility Criteria:
Can be awarded to a new or returning student. 297527, 298491, 298296, 298302, 298313, 298328, 298339, 298360, 298369, 298376, 298377, 298412, 298413, 298438, 298464, 306911 |
Joe Opatz Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Joseph Opatz, former Normandale Community College president, to provide financial support for students in good academic standing and who are in need of financial assistance.
Eligibility Criteria:
*Preference given to:
297527, 298491, 306911 |
John Chalberg Scholarship
This scholarship was established in honor of Normandale Community College history instructor John Chalberg and will provide financial support for students who feel awakened to learning because of a history class or instructor.
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
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297528, 300799, 298325, 298416 |
John E. Desmond and Janet C. Desmond Foundation 'Success Through Perseverance Scholarship'
This scholarship was established through the generosity of John E and Janet C Desmond Foundation to provide financial support for students who persevere despite hardships, obstacles, or lack of resources.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491, 306911 |
Judith Pett Outstanding Literature Student Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of retired Normandale Community College women who gather to share their love of reading. This scholarship provides financial support for students in need. It was renamed in 2023 after the death of Judith Pett, a former English faculty member who taught at Normandale for 20 years.
Judy was a gourmet cook and an avid reader who enjoyed sharing her love of learning with her family and friends. Above all, she was a beloved and devoted wife, mother, sister, friend, and "Baba." She is deeply missed. Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 300796, 298336, 298398 |
Kopp Family Presidential Scholarship
Established by Lee and Barb Kopp to provide financial support for Normandale Community College students.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491, 306911 |
MacDonald Geology/Geography Achievement Award
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Doug and Sharon MacDonald. Doug is a retired instructor from Normandale Community College in the Geology/Geography Department. This scholarship provides financial support to students enrolled in a Geology or Geography class.
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
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297528, 300800, 298412, 298413 |
Mae & Sylvester Weiss Education Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Mae and Sylvester Weiss to provide financial support to students pursuing a career in teaching children in private or public education.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491, 298306, 298387, 298388, 298389, 298393, 298394 |
Mains'l Make a Difference Award
This scholarship was established to support Normandale Health Science students preparing to make a difference in the lives of others.
Mains'l provides services for individuals and families by assisting people to live successfully in their homes and communities. Individualized planning and services promote empowerment and assists in the attainment of life goals. Additionally, Mains'l works with agencies and groups providing training and support to enhance their ability to optimize their performance. Eligibility Criteria:
298332, 298334, 298337, 298373, 298384, 298401, 298402, 298403, 298404, 297528 |
Marion L. Johnson Reading Scholarship
This annual scholarship is created honoring the life of Marion L. Johnson. Marion was an elementary school teacher whose love of reading drove her passion to teach others to read. Marion believed reading was not only an essential life skill but also a gift for unlocking knowledge and other worlds for her students. Her daughter, Nancy M. Johnson EdD, wishes to honor her mother’s passion for reading by creating this legacy scholarship for Normandale students who share a hunger to discover, explore and learn the power of reading.
Eligibility Criteria:
Students are selected for this scholarship by Reading faculty and do not apply. 300796, 298336, 298398, 297527 |
Mary Brunkhorst Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Normandale Community College Dental Hygiene Department in memory of Mary Brunkhorst, Normandale Community College Dental Hygiene instructor. This scholarship provides financial support for students entering their second year of the Dental Hygiene Program.
Eligibility Criteria:
Notes:
297527, 298491, 298382 |
Mary Ellen Seth Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was established in memory of Mary Ellen Seth, Normandale Community College Business instructor, by her children to provide financial support for students who are returning adults enrolled in business classes.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491, 298291, 298292, 298294, 298298, 298305, 298319, 298330, 298338, 298347, 298348, 298349, 298362, 298363, 298364, 298365, 298366, 298424, 298435, 298436 |
Mary Ernst Memorial Staff Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Normandale Community College Classified Staff to provide financial support for students attending at least half-time and in financial need. The scholarship was renamed after the death of Mary Ernst, a former Normandale staff member in the accounting department. Mary worked tirelessly on behalf of Normandale students since her retirement, and her goal was to fully fund this scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491 |
Math and Computer Science Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established by the Math and Computer Science departments at Normandale Community College to provide financial support to students pursuing a career in Mathematics or Computer Science.
Eligibility Criteria:
Students are nominated and awarded at the discretion of the Math and Computer Science Departments. Students are selected and awarded in late spring. 297528, 300796 |
Metro Dentalcare/Heartland Dental Hygiene Endowed Scholarship
The purpose of this fund is to provide scholarship support for students at Normandale Community College who are interested in pursuing a degree in Dental Hygiene.
Eligibility Criteria:
Notes:
298491, 297527, 298382 |
Mooney Materials Science Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Thomas Mooney, a Normandale alum, to provide financial support to students pursuing a career in Materials Science.
Eligibility Criteria:
*Preference for:
Application Requirements:
Notes:
297528, 300801 |
Music Department Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established to provide financial support for students pursuing a music degree.
Eligibility Criteria:
Notes:
298491, 297527, 298316, 298446 |
Myles E. Johnson Psychology Scholarship
This scholarship was established in honor of Dr. Myles Johnson, former Normandale Community College instructor, to provide financial support for students interested in Psychology. This scholarship is intended to support students in taking a 2000-level course in Psychology at Normandale during the next academic year (Fall or Spring, not Summer).
Eligibility Criteria: At the end of Spring Semester 2024, students must:
Application Requirements:
Notes:
297527, 300790, 298311, 298468, 298469 |
Nancy Stein Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was established in memory of Nancy Stein, Normandale Community College World Languages instructor. This scholarship provides financial support for female students who have been out of High School or College for 4 years.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491 |
Nelson-Brinkman Business Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Joan Nelson and Ted Brinkman to provide financial support to students pursuing an Business degree.
Eligibility Criteria:
Scholarship to be alternately awarded each year between the Business and Education departments. 297527, 298491, 298291, 298292, 298294, 298309, 298338, 298340, 298362, 298363, 298364, 298365, 298366, 298368, 298374, 298407, 298417, 298418, 298424, 298435, 298484 |
Normandale Alumni Scholarship
This scholarship was established to provide students with financial support as needed.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527 |
Normandale Business Institute (NBI) Scholarship
This scholarship was established to provide financial support to students pursuing a degree in Business, Hospitality, or Computer Information Management.
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
Notes:
297528 |
Normandale Economic Institute (NEI) Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of the National Economics Institute to provide financial support for students pursuing a degree in Economics.
Eligibility Criteria:
Notes:
298344, 298386, 297528 |
Normandale Foundation Achievement Scholarship
This scholarship was established to provide financial support for students who show interest in serving their community and/or friends.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491 |
Normandale Foundation Presidential Scholarship
This scholarship was established to provide financial support for students demonstrating student leadership and providing examples of community service.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491 |
Normandale Foundation Returning Adult Scholarship
This scholarship provides financial support for returning adult students.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491 |
Normandale Retiree Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the retired staff at Normandale Community College to provide financial support for students who are ineligible to receive any other funding.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491 |
Nursing Alumni Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Normandale Community College Nursing Alumni to provide financial support to students who have been accepted into the Normandale Community College Nursing Program.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491, 298450 |
Nursing Faculty Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Normandale Community College Nursing Faculty to provide financial support for 2nd-year students accepted into the Nursing Program.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491, 298450 |
Olson-Dunne OSD Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Manley Olson, Normandale's former Dean of Liberal Arts, and his children Judy Dunne and Mark Olson, Normandale alumni, to provide financial support for students with disabilities.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491 |
Peggy Kelly Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Peggy Kelly to provide financial support for students residing in Bloomington, Richfield, or Edina area.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491 |
Phi Theta Kappa All-Minnesota Academic Team Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded by the Phi Theta Kappa Advisors to students who are participating in Normandale Community College's Phi Theta Kappa Program.
Eligibility Criteria:
297528, 300797 |
Philip Danielson Vacuum Technology Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Philip and Doris Danielson to provide financial support to students pursuing a career in Vacuum Tech or Engineering.
Eligibility Criteria:
*Students are awarded through their enrollment in Vacuum Technology classes and do not apply for this scholarship. 297527, 297528, 300796, 298342, 298487, 298488, 298489 |
Pinsonneault Music Endowed Scholarship
This endowed scholarship was established through the generosity of retired music instructor Ona Pinsonneault and her husband Wayne. This scholarship provides financial support for students enrolled in an AFA Music degree program.
Eligibility Criteria:
Notes:
297527, 298491, 298316 |
Psychology Scholarship for Students of Color
This scholarship is intended to encourage BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and persons of color) students who have progressed in the study of Psychology at Normandale to take an advanced (2000-level) course to further their exploration of the field. It is intended to address the underrepresentation of BIPOC students in higher level courses. This scholarship is intended to support students in taking a 2000-level course in Psychology at Normandale during the next academic year (Fall or Spring, not Summer).
Eligibility Criteria: At the end of Spring Semester 2024, students must:
Application Requirements:
Notes:
297527, 300791, 298311, 298468, 298469 |
Rask Family Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of the Rask Family Foundation to provide financial support to students pursuing a career in elementary education.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491, 298306, 298393, 298394 |
Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and Friends Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Normandale Community College and friends who support the mission of the Peace Corps. This scholarship provides financial support as well as a service to Normandale students to encourage volunteerism and to promote international understanding.
You do not need to be a returned Peace Corps volunteer to apply. Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
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297528, 300803 |
Rex Gaskill Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of longtime Dean and Speech Team coach Rex Gaskill whose love of travel informed everything he did. It is intended to provide support for students who want to study abroad.
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Requirements:
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297527, 297528, 297529 |
Robert Erickson Endowed Scholarship
In 2012, Robert and Nancy Erickson established an annual scholarship designed to support part-time students who must work and pursue an education at the same time. This endowed award is designed to carry that intention into perpetuity.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491 |
Robert Farley Ogden Endowed Scholarship
This award was established by the family of the late Robert Farley Ogden and supports an annual scholarship for a student in need attending Normandale Community College. This award honors the memory of the late Mr. Ogden, who attended Normandale late in life as a non-traditional student. His belief in the community of friends and learners attending Normandale lives on through this annual scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491 |
Ruth and Adrian Kwait Scholarship
This scholarship was established by Ruth Kwait as a legacy gift. Her intent was that the scholarship would be utilized to provide educational assistance to those students most deserving and in need of such assistance to attain further education.
Eligibility Criteria:
297527, 298491 |
Sirtify Program and Scholarship
According to data for the 2017-18 school year, Minnesota schools enrolled 97,669 Black/African-American students in all grades, but only 875 (1.4%) of Minnesota's K-12 teachers were Black. Keenly aware of this gap, Normandale Community College has developed a program to recruit and help prepare Black men to be K-12 teachers. The Sirtify program envisions a world where Black, African American, and African men have the tools, skills and support necessary to rewrite the negative narratives placed upon them by society. Our program seeks to empower black men in education to have a positive impact on all students especially those from similar backgrounds. Sirtify will provide:
If you are a student looking to apply to the program or you would like information on how to support Sirtify, please contact Sirtify Program Coordinator Marvis Kilgore at marvis.kilgore@normandale.edu. 297527, 297528, 297529, 300796 |
Sociology and Women's Studies Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of the Normandale Community College Social Science faculty to provide financial support for students who are pursuing a degree in Sociology and/or Women's Studies. Recipients of this award should demonstrate commitment to community service and/or social justice.
Eligibility Criteria:
298491, 298322, 298475, 297527 |
SpedUp Program and Scholarship
The mission of SpedUP is to recruit and support BIPOC students as they pursue the first two years of a special education degree. SpedUP will confront the educational equity gaps in K-12 classrooms, specifically by addressing disparities in the composition of the special education workforce. The application for the 2024-25 cohort will open in January 2024.
300797 |
Stan Magnuson Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of Stan Magnuson. The scholarship provides financial support for the average student who shows great potential and has a financial need but does not qualify for other scholarships.
Eligibility Criteria:
Can be awarded to new or returning students. 297527, 298491 |
Steve Sullivan Law Enforcement Scholarship
Diana Sullivan created this scholarship in memory of her late husband Steve Sullivan. Steve dedicated his life to serving his community and served as the Chief of Police for the cities of Bayport and Orono in Minnesota before retiring in 1995. After his retirement from the police force, Steve pursued his passion of educating the next generation of police officers. He became the coordinator of the Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement programs at Normandale in 1996 and remained in the role until his death in 2021.
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298491, 297527, 298310, 298429, 298430 |
Team Wellness Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Normandale Community College Exercise Science, Health, and Dietetic Technology Departments. This scholarship provides financial support to students enrolling in Health, Exercise Science, or Dietetic Technology courses.
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300804, 298314, 298318, 298332, 298384, 298401, 298402, 298403, 298404, 297527 |
Torchbearer - Leadership Through Service Scholarship
This scholarship was established to provide financial support to students who have been accepted into the Leadership Through Service Program.
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This scholarship is awarded at the discretion of the Center for Experiential Education at the end of the semester. 297527, 297528, 300796 |
Upward Bound Scholarship
This scholarship was established to provide financial support for students participating in Normandale Community College's TRIO Upward Bound Program.
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297527, 297528, 300792 |
Waldo Asp Endowed Scholarship
After Waldo Asp passed away in March of 2023, his dear friend Gunter Stein decided to establish an endowed scholarship in his name. Waldo was an original faculty member at Normandale, where he taught for 30 years. He initiated and ultimately became the department chair of the philosophy department. He also taught English, ethics, logic, and comparative religions. A strong work ethic and natural gregariousness were fundamental elements of Waldos' character. His greatest pleasure was derived from the camaraderie of sharing time and tasks with others.
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Wells Fargo Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of the Wells Fargo Foundation to provide financial support for students who are residents of Minnesota.
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This award is renewable for second year if student qualifies. 297527, 298491, 306911, 306910 |
Workforce Development Scholarship
This scholarship is based on your participation in one of the eligible programs, and enrollment in at least 9 credits each semester. This scholarship is funded through the State of Minnesota, not the Normandale Foundation.
Students enrolled in a high-demand occupational program (diploma, certificate, or degree) leading to employment in one of six industry areas are eligible to receive a scholarship. The industry groups are: Advanced Manufacturing, Agriculture, Health Care Services, Information Technology, Early Childhood Education, and Transportation. 298491, 297527, 298301, 298302, 298306, 298323, 298326, 298334, 298337, 298373, 298377, 298382, 298394, 298450, 298470 |