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Thanks to grants and scholarships, more than half of M State students now attend tuition-free each year.

Fergus Area College Foundation Scholarships

For students attending or planning to attend M State's Fergus Falls campus

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M State Foundation and Alumni Scholarships

For students attending or planning to attend M State's Detroit Lakes, Moorhead and Wadena campuses

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Blue & Gold Scholarships

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A great opportunity for students from select high schools who plan to attend M State's Fergus Falls campus, the Blue & Gold scholarship covers tuition and fees after other funding is applied.

Being a Blue & Gold scholar isn't just a money-saver; it’s a way to join a community where you’ll be seen, supported, and set up for success.

North Star Promise Scholarships

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The North Star Promise Scholarship program creates a tuition- and fee-free pathway to higher education for eligible Minnesota residents at eligible institutions, including M State!

North Star Promise scholarships cover the balance of tuition and fees remaining after other scholarships, grants, stipends and tuition waivers have been applied.

Workforce Development Scholarships

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New entering students enrolled in more than 40 M State programs are eligible to receive Workforce Development scholarships. Funded by the Minnesota Legislature, they provide $2,500 per academic year ($1,250 per semester) up to a maximum of $5,000 over four semesters.

Scholarships for Veterans and Active Military

Federal Tuition Assistance for Veterans

Other Military Benefits, Grants and Scholarships

Tyler Geroux

“The scholarship is going to help me out a lot with the tuition, tools, and other equipment expenses. I am unbelievably grateful for the amount of stress that has been lifted off of my shoulders because of this scholarship.”