Scholarships

The Alexandria Technical & Community College Foundation is committed to "enriching lives and securing futures" of students attending the college.

The Foundation awards about $150,000 in student scholarships each year to deserving and qualified students. ATCC ranked (among MnSCU colleges): 2nd largest amount of scholarship dollars awarded and 2nd largest contributions from business and industry.

Ashley Mecklenburg recipient of the Jim Michaelson BPA Memorial Scholarship.Ashley Mecklenburg recipient of the Jim Michaelson BPA Memorial Scholarship.

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES FOR 2012-2013:

April 2, 2012 - Fall Semester
November 20, 2012 - Spring Semester

APPLY

  1. Create a STARS Online account. (first time only)
  2. Complete the application by following instructions given.
  3. Attach the required documentation.
  4. Notification letters will be emailed to applicants within 4 weeks of the deadline. (exception: Re-entering Adult Scholarship)

External Scholarships

Access additional scholarship sources from www.fastweb.com and www.collegenet.com or contact Linda Dolan, Director of Scholarships and Alumni.

General Information

  • Awards are disbursed to high school graduates or equivalent.
  • ATCC Foundation scholarship awards are based on funds available.
  • ATCC Foundation scholarship awards are included in the total financial aid award.
  • If scholarship recipient terminates enrollment prior to disbursement, he or she will relinquish rights to further benefit under the award.
  • Scholarships identified are known as of 11/15/11.

Notification/Disbursement

All applicants will be notified of awards via email within 4 weeks of the deadline date (exception: Re-entering Adult Scholarship).

Selection Committee/Criteria

The Selection Committee is made up of ATCC faculty/staff/retirees, community representatives, and program/industry partners.

Awards are based on:

  • Scholastic Achievement (grades)
  • Personal Applicant Information/Career Goals Sheet
  • Letter of Recommendation