Apply for Scholarships
NHCC's scholarship application is an easy one-application process that automatically considers you for any scholarship you're eligible for. Scholarships are based primarily on GPA, credit load, and if you're a new or returning student. If you're enrolled in six credits and have a 2.0 GPA, you will qualify for many scholarships.
Awards range from $500 to $5,000.
Scholarship Application
The Scholarship Season is now open! Apply from February 10 - midnight on May 14, 2023.
Questions on Scholarships?
If you have questions, visit our Scholarship Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page or contact NHCC Foundation staff at foundation@nhcc.edu or 763-424-0815.
Scholarships in 60 Seconds
New and Returning NHCC Students
- If you are a returning student who's been out for more than two years
- If you are a new student
- If you are not enrolled in courses during the Spring 2023 semester, but you are planning to enroll in courses for the Fall 2023 semester
You will need to have a temporary StarID password assigned to you to apply for scholarships. Please visit the Temporary StarID Password form, fill it out and submit it. We will create a user account for you and send you the login information.
Disbursement Information
With few exceptions, all scholarships are awarded for the academic year, and split equally for confirmed enrollment in fall and spring semesters. At a minimum, you must register for the required number of credits identified in your scholarship. Awards for enrollment at NHCC are disbursed at the same time as all other aid. Transfer scholarships are disbursed to the transfer institution after the awarded student has submitted registration confirmation to the NHCC Foundation.
If you have additional questions on NHCC Scholarship opportunities, call the Foundation at 763-424-0815.
Questions about all Workforce Scholarships can be directed to Kristi L'Allier at 763-424-0725.
Earn an Additional $2,500 Scholarship
In addition to NHCC's scholarships, you may be eligible for a $2,500 Workforce Development Scholarship. These scholarships encourage and reward students pursuing high-demand occupations in health care and information technology. For more information and a list of eligible academic programs, visit the Workforce Development Scholarship page.
Scholarships by Major
- Alan LePage Second Chance Endowed Scholarship Alan LePage Second Chance Endowed Scholarship
For students or student family members who have struggled to overcome alcohol or drug abuse and are ready to make a positive change in their lives by pursuing higher education. Requires an additional essay and two letters of reference. Established by retired NHCC Biology faculty Peggy LePage and her family in honor of Alan LePage.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
- Brooklyn Park Rotary Foundation Endowed Scholarship Brooklyn Park Rotary Foundation Endowed Scholarship
Must be a current high school graduate of Brooklyn Park, Champlin Park, or Osseo Area High schools. Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application.
Established by the Brooklyn Park Rotary Foundation
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New students only
- Creative Courage Theater Scholarship Creative Courage Theater Scholarship
For Theater majors or those enrolled in at least two Theatre courses per academic year. Requires an additional essay: If you were to create a piece of solo performance with a faculty what would it be? Established by the NHCC Theater department
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: New or returning students
- Dr. Barbara J. Johnston Endowed Scholarship for Re-Entry Women Dr. Barbara J. Johnston Endowed Scholarship for Re-Entry Women
For current NHCC female students at least 28 years of age or older who are re-entering college after a period of absence. Earned at least 16 NHCC credits (1000 level or above) Enrolled in 9 credits. GPA minimum 2.5. U.S. citizens. Essay requirement and two letters of support (1 must be faculty)Established in honor of Dr. Barbara J. Johnston, former NHCC Sociology faculty
Credits Required per Semester: 9 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: Returning students only
- Edinburgh USA ProAm Foundation Endowed Scholarship Edinburgh USA ProAm Foundation Endowed Scholarship
For all majors. Must be Pell eligible. Established by Edinburgh Pro Am Foundation to support NHCC students in need
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
- Idelia T. Loso Endowed Scholarship Idelia T. Loso Endowed Scholarship
Community service essay requirement. Established in memory of Idelia T. Loso, NHCC's first Dean of Instruction
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
- John Diedrich Memorial Endowed Scholarship John Diedrich Memorial Endowed Scholarship
For all majors. Must be a veteran (or child/spouse of veteran). Established by Mary Diedrich, former Dean of Student Success in memory of her father, John Diedrich
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
- June E. Tessman & Larry D. Finch Endowed Scholarship June E. Tessman & Larry D. Finch Endowed Scholarship
For all majors. Priority for recipients who are returning or part-time. Established in memory of June E. Tessman and Larry D. Finch by Eldon and Addie Finch Tessman
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
- Karen Carr English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Endowed Scholarship Karen Carr English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Endowed Scholarship
For students who have taken at least one English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course at NHCC. Have 3.0 (B) in a EAP course(s). Have an overall GPA of 2.0 (C) or higher. Have a 67%+ completion rate. Have completed at least 9 credits at NHCC. Short response: Describe your engagement with diversity related activities in or outside of NHCC. For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion https://nhcc.edu/about-nhcc/diversity-equity
Established in loving memory of Karen Carr, English Language for Academic Purposes (EAP) faculty at NHCC from 2011 to 2021, by her family, friends, and those that knew her passion for teaching and helping NHCC students succeed.
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
- June E. Tessman Memorial Endowed Scholarship June E. Tessman Memorial Endowed Scholarship
For all majors. Established by Eldon Tessman, former NHCC Foundation board member in honor of his late wife June E. Tessman
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
- Kopp Presidential Scholarship Kopp Presidential Scholarship
For all majors. Established by the Kopp Family Foundation to benefit community college students who demonstrate excellence
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
- Luther Toyota Endowed Scholarship Luther Toyota Endowed Scholarship
For all majors. Must be Pell eligible. Established by Luther Toyota of Brooklyn Park
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
- Osseo Lions Career Change Grant Endowed Scholarship Osseo Lions Career Change Grant Endowed Scholarship
For students residing in Osseo or who attended the Osseo School district. For all majors but undergoing a career change. Must be Pell eligible. Established by the Osseo Lions Club
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Up To $1,000 New or returning students 2.00 6 + credits
- Paul and Sheila Wellstone International Endowed Scholarship Paul and Sheila Wellstone International Endowed Scholarship
For international (F-1) students or students born outside of the United States. Established by Paul and Shelia Wellstone. Paul was a former Minnesota US senator serving from 1990 to 2002
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students:New or returning students
- Sharon Johnson Memorial Endowed Scholarship Sharon Johnson Memorial Endowed Scholarship
For female students applies uniformly to all majors. Student has received little or no financial aid. Established in memory of Sharon A. Johnson, former assistant to the Associate Dean of Students, by her loving family and friends
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
- T. Christ Staael Scholarship T. Christ Staael Scholarship
For all majors. For students who demonstrate service to others and the surrounding community through involvement in civic, charitable, cultural, or political arenas or through contributions of artistry and innovation. Requires an additional essay. Established by Thomas Staael, Academic Development instructor at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
- Howard and Sonja Olson Endowed Scholarship Howard and Sonja Olson Endowed Scholarship
For all majors. Established by Howard and Sonja Olson. Howard was a founding member of the NHCC science faculty, and was named Educator of the Year in 1993, serving 27 years at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
- Marie Zieminski Art and Theatre Endowed Scholarship Marie Zieminski Art and Theatre Endowed Scholarship
Returning student. Participated in a theater production or had art displayed in gallery at NHCC. 2.5 minimum GPA. Letter of recommendation requirement. Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established by Julie Zieminski, former Dean and current Exercise Faculty instructor in honor of her mother Marie Zieminski, a patron of theater and the arts
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: Returning students only
- The JaCore Scholarship The JaCore Scholarship
For all majors. First time enrolled at NHCC in 12 credits or more. Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. 2.8 GPA in high school. Essay requirement. Preferred recipient a minority male student. Established by Stephen E. Kent, former US Army Colonel and Vice President of Finance & Facilities at NHCC. The JaCore Scholarship is named in honor of Kent's Sons, Jared and Corey.
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.80
New or returning students:New students only
- Kurt and Kelly Johnson Financial Need Scholarship Kurt and Kelly Johnson Financial Need Scholarship
For all majors. Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established by Kurt and Kelly Johnson, Kelly serves on the NHCC Foundation Board
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
- Success in Economics Success in Economics
For all majors. Must have taken one 3-credit Economics class at NHCC, Minimum 3.0 GPA, taking 6 credits. Established and funded by the Economics Department at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
- William A Hewitt Endowed Scholarship William A Hewitt Endowed Scholarship
For any major. Taken and passed Pre-College Algebra. Established by Harlan and Sandra Hewitt in honor of William "Bill" A. Hewitt, a brother to Harlan and Bob, long time Math instructors at NHCC. This endowment honors Bill who had Down Syndrome and never had a chance at education.
Credits Required per Semester: 9 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
- MinneAnalytics Annual Scholarship MinneAnalytics Annual Scholarship
For all majors but must demonstrate a commitment within studies to data analytics. 2.5 cumulative grade point average and additional essay required. Established by MinneAnalytics offering scholarships to undergraduate students who display a passion for pursuing a career in analytics and a commitment to engagement within the community.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: Returning students only
- Emerging Leader Endowed Scholarship Emerging Leader Endowed Scholarship
For all majors. Minimum GPA 2.5. Two letters of recommendation outlining your demonstrated leadership and influence on others. Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established by former NHCC President Barbara McDonald (2015-2019) and her husband David
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: New or returning students
- Racial and Social Justice Leadership Scholarship Racial and Social Justice Leadership Scholarship
For students active and engaged in racial and social justice, and who have an investment in racial and social justice activities or initiatives. BIPOC and underrepresented students are strongly encouraged to apply. Letter of recommendation and essay requirements. Established by the NHCC campus community
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
- Open House Scholarship Open House Scholarship
For all majors. New students only. Must attend virtual or in person Open House event as hosted and scheduled by NHCC Admissions. High school diploma showing a minimum GPA of 2.0 must be provided. Established by the NHCC Admissions department
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New students only
- The EDGE (Empower Determined Growth to Excellence) Scholarship The EDGE (Empower Determined Growth to Excellence) Scholarship
For all majors. Must have 75% of your degree or certificate program complete. Must be no more than 18 credits from completion (1 academic year or 3 consecutive terms) minimum GPA 1.9. Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA. Established by Dr. Rolando Garcia and family.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 1.9
New or returning students: Returning students only
Business Computer Systems Scholarship
Accounting, Business, Computer Science, Marketing, and related majors only. Must have earned 6 credits in business or computer science coursework. Established and funded by the Business and Computer Science faculty of NHCC "
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Pujaniya Ganga Swarup Jakunvarben Mohanlal Madia Endowed Scholarship
For Business majors. Returning student with 13 or more credits earned at NHCC or student transferring to NHCC with 31 or more credits. 6 credit minimum. Essay and preference to student coming from a single mother household. Must be Pell eligible. Established by Ashwin Madia, Business faculty at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
- Creative Courage Theater Scholarship
Creative Courage Theater ScholarshipFor Theater majors or those enrolled in at least two Theatre courses per academic year. Requires an additional essay: If you were to create a piece of solo performance with a faculty what would it be? Established by the NHCC Theater department
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: New or returning students
- Joseph Gazzuolo Art Endowed Scholarship
Joseph Gazzuolo Art Endowed ScholarshipFor students majoring in Art or Graphic Design. 10-15 examples of your portfolio work required. Established in honor of Joseph Gazzuolo, Art instructor at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
- Marie Zieminski Art and Theatre Endowed Scholarship
Marie Zieminski Art and Theatre Endowed ScholarshipReturning student. Participated in a theater production or had art displayed in gallery at NHCC. 2.5 minimum GPA. Letter of recommendation requirement. Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established by Julie Zieminski, former Dean and current Exercise Faculty instructor in honor of her mother Marie Zieminski, a patron of theater and the arts
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: Returning students only
- Jane Bassuk Art Supplies Fund
Jane Bassuk Art Supplies FundStudio Arts/Graphic Design majors only. Scholarship available both Fall/Spring. minimum GPA 2.0. Requires statement of need. Funds can only apply to NHCC Bookstore purchases. Established by friends of Jane Bassuk, Retired NHCC Studio Arts faculty.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
- Kiland-Mason Art/Graphic Design scholarship
Kiland-Mason Art/Graphic Design scholarshipArt and Graphic Design majors only. Established by Dan Mason, retired NHCC Art faculty, and his wife Caroline, in honor of their friend, Lance Kiland, former NHCC Graphic Design faculty.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Albert D. Law Endowed Scholarship
Nursing/Health Professions majors only. Veteran or Sibling of a Veteran. Minimum of 8 credits earned in life sciences. minimum 3.0 GPA.Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established by Don Levens and family in honor of Albert D Law
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Bradtke/Waller Scholarship
Math and Science majors (Biology, Chemistry, Pre-Engineering) only.
6 credits must be earned in Math 1150 or higher. Established by Dale Bradtke, NHCC Math Resource Center coordinator
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.25
New or returning students: New or returning students
Pujaniya Ganga Swarup Jakunvarben Mohanlal Madia Endowed Scholarship
For Business majors. Returning student with 13 or more credits earned at NHCC or student transferring to NHCC with 31 or more credits. 6 credit minimum. Essay and preference to student coming from a single mother household. Must be Pell eligible. Established by Ashwin Madia, Business faculty at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Thrivent Financial Scholarship in Finance, Business, or Entrepreneurship
For Finance, Business Administration, or Entrepreneurship majors taking 6 or more credits. GPA 2.8 or higher. Essay requirement. Established by Thrivent Financial of the Greater Minneapolis-St Paul area to support NHCC students
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.80
New or returning students:New or returning students
Business Computer Systems Scholarship
Accounting, Business, Computer Science, Marketing, and related majors only. Must have earned 6 credits in business or computer science coursework. Established and funded by the Business and Computer Science faculty of NHCC "
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Mains'l Computer Science Scholarship
For Computer Science majors. Must have successfully completed CSCI 1130: Intro to Java, minimum 3.0 GPA Established by Mains'l of Brooklyn Park, offering innovative solutions for people with varying abilities.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
MinneAnalytics Annual Scholarship
For all majors but must demonstrate a commitment within studies to data analytics. 2.5 cumulative grade point average and additional essay required. Established by MinneAnalytics offering scholarships to undergraduate students who display a passion for pursuing a career in analytics and a commitment to engagement within the community.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: Returning students only
MN Workforce Development Scholarship-Computer Science
For Computer Science, Data Science, and Internet Programming majors. The Workforce Development Scholarship program will award each student selected for the scholarship $5,000 over two academic years as a means to incentivize students to go into industries where the state's skills gap is most pressing. Essays required. Funded by the State of Minnesota. Up To $2,500 New or returning students 2.00 9+ credits
Credits Required per Semester: 9 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Minnesota Asphalt Pavement Association (MAPA) Annual Scholarship
Must be a Construction Mgt major, enrolled in 6 credits, 2.0 GPA, statement and short response required. Established by The Minnesota Asphalt Pavement Association (MAPA)
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Vicky and John Lettmann Endowed Scholarship
For students interested in Creative Writing. Essay and entry submission to the NHCC literary/arts magazine, Under Construction required. Established by Vicky and John Lettmann. Vicky was an English instructor at NHCC from 1968 to 1999, and founded the campus literary/arts magazine, Under Construction as well as the Writing Center
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
- Success in Economics . Success in Economics
For all majors. Must have taken one 3-credit Economics class at NHCC, Minimum 3.0 GPA, taking 6 credits. Established and funded by the Economics Department at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
- Ted Stecker Economics Scholarship Ted Stecker Economics Scholarship
Completion of Economics 1060 & Economics 1070 with a minimum of a “B” average, (3.0). Interest in majoring in Economics addressed in essay “Why have you chosen the field of economics for a career, and what will that career be?”
Part time student, defined as taking 6+ credits in semester(s) applying (both Fall and Spring)Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Charlotte Howe and Keith L. Nordby Endowed Scholarship
For Nursing or Education majors only. Returning NHCC students only. Taking minimum of 6 credits. Minimum GPA 3.0 Established in memory of Charlotte Nordby who with her husband Keith created the Nordby Lectureship at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Bradtke/Waller Scholarship
Math and Science majors (Biology, Chemistry, Pre-Engineering) only.
6 credits must be earned in Math 1150 or higher. Established by Dale Bradtke, NHCC Math Resource Center coordinator
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.25
New or returning students: New or returning students
Charles (Chuck) Long Physical Science Endowed Scholarship
Engineering, Science or related majors only. Must have earned 3 credits in science coursework. Preference to part-time students. Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established in memory of Charles Long, former NHCC science faculty from 1971 to 1995
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Karen Carr English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Endowed Scholarship
For students who have taken at least one English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course at NHCC. Have 3.0 (B) in a EAP course(s). Have an overall GPA of 2.0 (C) or higher. Have a 67%+ completion rate. Have completed at least 9 credits at NHCC. Short response: Describe your engagement with diversity related activities in or outside of NHCC. For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion https://nhcc.edu/about-nhcc/diversity-equity
Established in loving memory of Karen Carr, English Language for Academic Purposes (EAP) faculty at NHCC from 2011 to 2021, by her family, friends, and those that knew her passion for teaching and helping NHCC students succeed.
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Pujaniya Ganga Swarup Jakunvarben Mohanlal Madia Endowed Scholarship
For Business majors. Returning student with 13 or more credits earned at NHCC or student transferring to NHCC with 31 or more credits. 6 credit minimum. Essay and preference to student coming from a single mother household. Must be Pell eligible. Established by Ashwin Madia, Business faculty at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Thrivent Financial Scholarship in Finance, Business, or Entrepreneurship
For Finance, Business Administration, or Entrepreneurship majors taking 6 or more credits. GPA 2.8 or higher. Essay requirement. Established by Thrivent Financial of the Greater Minneapolis-St Paul area to support NHCC students
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.80
New or returning students:New or returning students
Exercise Science Scholarship
For students majoring in Exercise Science. Established and funded by the Exercise Science faculty of NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: Returning students only
MN Workforce Development Scholarship-Exercise Science
For Exercise Science majors. The Workforce Development Scholarship program will award each student selected for the scholarship $5,000 over two academic years as a means to incentivize students to go into industries where the state's skills gap is most pressing. Essays required. Funded by the State of Minnesota. Up To $2,500 New or returning students 2.00 9 + credits
Credits Required per Semester: 9 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Pujaniya Ganga Swarup Jakunvarben Mohanlal Madia Endowed Scholarship
For Business majors. Returning student with 13 or more credits earned at NHCC or student transferring to NHCC with 31 or more credits. 6 credit minimum. Essay and preference to student coming from a single mother household. Must be Pell eligible. Established by Ashwin Madia, Business faculty at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Thrivent Financial Scholarship in Finance, Business, or Entrepreneurship
For Finance, Business Administration, or Entrepreneurship majors taking 6 or more credits. GPA 2.8 or higher. Essay requirement. Established by Thrivent Financial of the Greater Minneapolis-St Paul area to support NHCC students
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.80
New or returning students:New or returning students
Joseph Gazzuolo Art Endowed Scholarship
For students majoring in Art or Graphic Design. 10-15 examples of your portfolio work required. Established in honor of Joseph Gazzuolo, Art instructor at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Jane Bassuk Art Supplies Fund
Studio Arts/Graphic Design majors only. Scholarship available both Fall/Spring. minimum GPA 2.0. Requires statement of need. Funds can only apply to NHCC Bookstore purchases. Established by friends of Jane Bassuk, Retired NHCC Studio Arts faculty.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Kiland-Mason Art/Graphic Design scholarship
Art and Graphic Design majors only. Established by Dan Mason, retired NHCC Art faculty, and his wife Caroline, in honor of their friend, Lance Kiland, former NHCC Graphic Design faculty.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Albert D. Law Endowed Scholarship
Nursing/Health Professions majors only. Veteran or Sibling of a Veteran. Minimum of 8 credits earned in life sciences. minimum 3.0 GPA.Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established by Don Levens and family in honor of Albert D Law
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Chuck And Mary Jane Thompson Health Professionals Endowed Scholarship
For Nursing or Health Professions majors only and accepted into the program by the end of the current term. Can not be applied to on-line classes. Established in honor of Mary Jane and Chuck Thompson, who served as member emeritus on the NHCC Foundation board
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Esther J. Tessman Nursing Endowed Scholarship
For students majoring in Nursing and accepted into the program by the end of the current term. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Must be Pell eligible. Established by Eldon A. and June E. Tessman in memory of Eldon's mother, Esther J. Tessman, former Dakota County Public Health Nurse
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: Returning students only
Joseph Iten Endowed Scholarship
For students majoring in Nursing or Health Professions related field. Established in memory of Joseph Iten, former owner of Iten Chevrolet of Brooklyn Park
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Miriam Hazzard Nursing Endowed Scholarship
For Nursing or other health professions students accepted into the program by the end of the current term. Established in honor of Miriam Hazzard, former NHCC Nursing Department faculty and Dean.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Craig R. and Anne R. Annis Nursing Scholarship
For students in Health Care or Nursing programs. Established by Craig R. and Anne R. Annis. Craig is a former NHCC Foundation board member and was instrumental in the creation of the satellite NHCC Buffalo campus.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Evelyn Schmidt Memorial Endowed Scholarship
For students majoring in Nursing or other health professions.Established in memory of Evelyn Schmidt, former NHCC Foundation Board member.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
MN Workforce Development Scholarship-Health Sciences-Nursing-MLT
For Health Sciences Broad Field for Nursing Requirements, Nursing and Medical Laboratory Technology majors. The Workforce Development Scholarship program will award each student selected for the scholarship $5,000 over two academic years as a means to incentivize students to go into industries where the state's skills gap is most pressing. Essays required. Funded by the State of Minnesota. Up To $2,500 New or returning students 9+ credits
Credits Required per Semester: 9 + credits
Minimum GPA:
New or returning students:New or returning students
Mains'l Human Services Scholarship
For Human Services majors. 6 credit minimum for Fall and Spring semesters. Must have completed HSER 1100, Introduction to Human Services and HSER Multicultural Awareness Established by Mains'l of Brooklyn Park, offering innovative solutions for people with varying abilities
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Don Davis Law Enforcement Endowed Scholarship
For Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, or related majors only. Established in honor of Don Davis, former NHCC Law Enforcement faculty
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Liberal Arts Scholarship
For Liberal Arts majors. Established and funded by the Liberal Arts faculty of NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Vicky and John Lettmann Endowed Scholarship
For students interested in Creative Writing. Essay and entry submission to the NHCC literary/arts magazine, Under Construction required. Established by Vicky and John Lettmann. Vicky was an English instructor at NHCC from 1968 to 1999, and founded the campus literary/arts magazine, Under Construction as well as the Writing Center
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Business Computer Systems Scholarship
Accounting, Business, Computer Science, Marketing, and related majors only. Must have earned 6 credits in business or computer science coursework. Established and funded by the Business and Computer Science faculty of NHCC "
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Pujaniya Ganga Swarup Jakunvarben Mohanlal Madia Endowed Scholarship
For Business majors. Returning student with 13 or more credits earned at NHCC or student transferring to NHCC with 31 or more credits. 6 credit minimum. Essay and preference to student coming from a single mother household. Must be Pell eligible. Established by Ashwin Madia, Business faculty at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Bradtke/Waller Scholarship
Math and Science majors (Biology, Chemistry, Pre-Engineering) only.
6 credits must be earned in Math 1150 or higher. Established by Dale Bradtke, NHCC Math Resource Center coordinator
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.25
New or returning students: New or returning students
Math Scholarship
For Math majors. Must have at least 6 credits earned in Math 1150 or higher. Established and funded by the Math faculty of NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
William A Hewitt Endowed Scholarship
For any major. Taken and passed Pre-College Algebra. Established by Harlan and Sandra Hewitt in honor of William "Bill" A. Hewitt, a brother to Harlan and Bob, long time Math instructors at NHCC. This endowment honors Bill who had Down Syndrome and never had a chance at education.
Credits Required per Semester: 9 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Albert D. Law Endowed Scholarship
Nursing/Health Professions majors only. Veteran or Sibling of a Veteran. Minimum of 8 credits earned in life sciences. minimum 3.0 GPA.Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established by Don Levens and family in honor of Albert D Law
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Esther J. Tessman Nursing Endowed Scholarship
For students majoring in Nursing and accepted into the program by the end of the current term. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Must be Pell eligible. Established by Eldon A. and June E. Tessman in memory of Eldon's mother, Esther J. Tessman, former Dakota County Public Health Nurse
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: Returning students only
Miriam Hazzard Nursing Endowed Scholarship
For Nursing or other health professions students accepted into the program by the end of the current term. Established in honor of Miriam Hazzard, former NHCC Nursing Department faculty and Dean.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
MN Workforce Development Scholarship-Health Sciences-Nursing-MLT
For Health Sciences Broad Field for Nursing Requirements, Nursing and Medical Laboratory Technology majors. The Workforce Development Scholarship program will award each student selected for the scholarship $5,000 over two academic years as a means to incentivize students to go into industries where the state's skills gap is most pressing. Essays required. Funded by the State of Minnesota. Up To $2,500 New or returning students 9+ credits
Credits Required per Semester: 9 + credits
Minimum GPA:
New or returning students:New or returning students
Albert D. Law Endowed Scholarship
Nursing/Health Professions majors only. Veteran or Sibling of a Veteran. Minimum of 8 credits earned in life sciences. minimum 3.0 GPA.Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established by Don Levens and family in honor of Albert D Law
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Charlotte Howe and Keith L. Nordby Endowed Scholarship
For Nursing or Education majors only. Returning NHCC students only. Taking minimum of 6 credits. Minimum GPA 3.0 Established in memory of Charlotte Nordby who with her husband Keith created the Nordby Lectureship at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Chuck And Mary Jane Thompson Health Professionals Endowed Scholarship
For Nursing or Health Professions majors only and accepted into the program by the end of the current term. Can not be applied to on-line classes. Established in honor of Mary Jane and Chuck Thompson, who served as member emeritus on the NHCC Foundation board
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Esther J. Tessman Nursing Endowed Scholarship
For students majoring in Nursing and accepted into the program by the end of the current term. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Must be Pell eligible. Established by Eldon A. and June E. Tessman in memory of Eldon's mother, Esther J. Tessman, former Dakota County Public Health Nurse
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: Returning students only
Graduating Nurses Association Endowed Scholarship
For current year NHCC Nursing graduates pursuing a 4 year degree. Must be affiliated with the NHCC Student Nurses Association. Established by the Nursing department faculty of NHCC and the Student Nurses Association
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: Graduating students
Janice Hancock Nursing Memorial Endowed Scholarship
For Nursing students enrolled in their second year, adult learner, and full-time. Established in memory of Janice Hancock, Nursing Instructor at NHCC.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Joseph Iten Endowed Scholarship
For students majoring in Nursing or Health Professions related field. Established in memory of Joseph Iten, former owner of Iten Chevrolet of Brooklyn Park
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Miriam Hazzard Nursing Endowed Scholarship
For Nursing or other health professions students accepted into the program by the end of the current term. Established in honor of Miriam Hazzard, former NHCC Nursing Department faculty and Dean.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Nursing Scholarship
For Nursing majors.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Craig R. and Anne R. Annis Nursing Scholarship
For students in Health Care or Nursing programs. Established by Craig R. and Anne R. Annis. Craig is a former NHCC Foundation board member and was instrumental in the creation of the satellite NHCC Buffalo campus.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Cynthia Pins Annual Nursing Scholarship
Must be a Nursing major. enrolled in 6 credits or more, 3.0 cumulative GPA, and essay requirement. Established by Duane Pins in honor of his wife, Cynthia "Cindy" Pins who devoted her life to training Nurses, serving as an instructor at NHCC from 1995-2014.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Evelyn Schmidt Memorial Endowed Scholarship
For students majoring in Nursing or other health professions.Established in memory of Evelyn Schmidt, former NHCC Foundation Board member.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
MN Workforce Development Scholarship-Health Sciences-Nursing-MLT
For Health Sciences Broad Field for Nursing Requirements, Nursing and Medical Laboratory Technology majors. The Workforce Development Scholarship program will award each student selected for the scholarship $5,000 over two academic years as a means to incentivize students to go into industries where the state's skills gap is most pressing. Essays required. Funded by the State of Minnesota. Up To $2,500 New or returning students 9+ credits
Credits Required per Semester: 9 + credits
Minimum GPA:
New or returning students:New or returning students
Sharon Olsen Varner Memorial Scholarship
For MANE Nursing majors in semesters 4 & 5 specifically. Applicants must be intending to pursue a baccalaureate degree. DACA (Dream Act students) strongly encouraged to apply. Additional essay requirement. Established by Wayne Varner in honor of his wife, Sharon, a Labor and Delivery nurse for Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC).
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students:Returning students only
Albert D. Law Endowed Scholarship
Nursing/Health Professions majors only. Veteran or Sibling of a Veteran. Minimum of 8 credits earned in life sciences. minimum 3.0 GPA.Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established by Don Levens and family in honor of Albert D Law
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Bradtke/Waller Scholarship
Math and Science majors (Biology, Chemistry, Pre-Engineering) only.
6 credits must be earned in Math 1150 or higher. Established by Dale Bradtke, NHCC Math Resource Center coordinator
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.25
New or returning students: New or returning students
Charles (Chuck) Long Physical Science Endowed Scholarship
Engineering, Science or related majors only. Must have earned 3 credits in science coursework. Preference to part-time students. Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established in memory of Charles Long, former NHCC science faculty from 1971 to 1995
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
Creative Courage Theater Scholarship
For Theater majors or those enrolled in at least two Theatre courses per academic year. Requires an additional essay: If you were to create a piece of solo performance with a faculty what would it be? Established by the NHCC Theater department
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: New or returning students
Marie Zieminski Art and Theatre Endowed Scholarship
Returning student. Participated in a theater production or had art displayed in gallery at NHCC. 2.5 minimum GPA. Letter of recommendation requirement. Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established by Julie Zieminski, former Dean and current Exercise Faculty instructor in honor of her mother Marie Zieminski, a patron of theater and the arts
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: Returning students only
Ricci Theatre Major Scholarship
Must be pursuing full time or part time AFA in Theater. You will need recommendation letter from faculty/staff and demonstrate financial need by completing FAFSA or Dream Act application.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students:New or returning students
Specialized Scholarships
Dr. Barbara J. Johnston Endowed Scholarship for Re-Entry Women
For current NHCC female students at least 28 years of age or older who are re-entering college after a period of absence. Earned at least 16 NHCC credits (1000 level or above) Enrolled in 9 credits. GPA minimum 2.5. U.S. citizens. Essay requirement and two letters of support (1 must be faculty)Established in honor of Dr. Barbara J. Johnston, former NHCC Sociology faculty
Credits Required per Semester: 9 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: Returning students only
Sharon Johnson Memorial Endowed Scholarship
For female students applies uniformly to all majors. Student has received little or no financial aid. Established in memory of Sharon A. Johnson, former assistant to the Associate Dean of Students, by her loving family and friends
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Alan LePage Second Chance Endowed Scholarship
For students or student family members who have struggled to overcome alcohol or drug abuse and are ready to make a positive change in their lives by pursuing higher education. Requires an additional essay and two letters of reference. Established by retired NHCC Biology faculty Peggy LePage and her family in honor of Alan LePage.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Idelia T. Loso Endowed Scholarship
Community service essay requirement. Established in memory of Idelia T. Loso, NHCC's first Dean of Instruction
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
T. Christ Staael Scholarship
For all majors. For students who demonstrate service to others and the surrounding community through involvement in civic, charitable, cultural, or political arenas or through contributions of artistry and innovation. Requires an additional essay. Established by Thomas Staael, Academic Development instructor at NHCC
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Brooklyn Park Rotary Foundation Endowed Scholarship
Must be a current high school graduate of Brooklyn Park, Champlin Park, or Osseo Area High schools. Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application.
Established by the Brooklyn Park Rotary Foundation
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New students only
Osseo Lions Career Change Grant Endowed Scholarship
For students residing in Osseo or who attended the Osseo School district. For all majors but undergoing a career change. Must be Pell eligible. Established by the Osseo Lions Club
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students
Up To $1,000 New or returning students 2.00 6 + credits
Brooklyn Area Babe Ruth Scholarship
Must have participated in Brooklyn Park/Brooklyn Center Babe Ruth Baseball Association AND attended Osseo, Brooklyn Center, Cooper, Champlin Park or Park Center High Schools. Resident of Brooklyn Park or Brooklyn Center. Requires recommendation letters.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
NHCC Foundation Honors Scholarship
Established by the North Hennepin Community College Foundation.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.50
New or returning students:Students in Honors program
International Student Annual Scholarship
For international (F-1) students or students born outside of the United States. Established by NHCC faculty.
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students: New or returning students
Paul and Sheila Wellstone International Endowed Scholarship
For international (F-1) students or students born outside of the United States. Established by Paul and Shelia Wellstone. Paul was a former Minnesota US senator serving from 1990 to 2002
Credits Required per Semester: 12 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.50
New or returning students:New or returning students
Barbara K. Mantini Phi Theta Kappa Endowed Scholarship
Member in good standing Phi Xi chapter Phi Theta Kappa.
Essay, transcripts, and two letters of recommendation (one must be faculty).
Established in honor of former founding NHCC Spanish faculty and Phi Theta Kappa advisor Barbara Mantini
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.50
New or returning students: Graduating or transferring students
Gary Wynia Memorial Phi Theta Kappa Endowed Scholarship
Must be an All-American Phi Theta Kappa award recipient.
Established in honor of Gary Wynia, by his wife, Ann Wynia, President of North Hennepin Community College from 1997-2010"
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Dr. John F. Helling Endowed Scholarship
For students graduating with an associate's degree within the current academic year. 51% threshold of NHCC credits earned specifically from Associate of Arts. Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA. Additional essay. Established in honor of Dr. John Helling, President of NHCC from 1967-1990
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA:3.5
New or returning students: Graduating students
Sandvick Baccalaureate Endowed Scholarship
For current year NHCC graduates pursuing a 4 year degree. Essay and two letters of recommendation from NHCC faculty required. Established by Jerry Sandvick, NHCC history professor emeritus, Department Chair, Liberal Arts Dean, and Lynda Lund Sandvick, a graduate of NHCC. In honor of Elizabeth Guiney Sandvick a founding member of NHCC's English department
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students:Graduating students
The EDGE (Empower Determined Growth to Excellence) Scholarship
For all majors. Must have 75% of your degree or certificate program complete. Must be no more than 18 credits from completion (1 academic year or 3 consecutive terms) minimum GPA 1.9. Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA. Established by Dr. Rolando Garcia and family.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 1.9
New or returning students: Returning students only
Christopher Hakel Endowed Scholarship
For TRIO students only. Essay requirement. Established by the family of Christopher Hakel, who attended NHCC from spring of 2011 to spring 2015. He was a dedicated TRIO student who experienced firsthand how TRIO positively impacts students’ lives.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Alice S. Peterson Endowed Scholarship
TRIO students only. Already completed 6 credits at NHCC. Essay requirement. Established by the family of Alice Peterson, former TRIO advisor at NHCC.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Albert D. Law Endowed Scholarship
Nursing/Health Professions majors only. Veteran or Sibling of a Veteran. Minimum of 8 credits earned in life sciences. minimum 3.0 GPA.Must demonstrate financial need by completing a FAFSA or Dream Act application. Established by Don Levens and family in honor of Albert D Law
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 3.00
New or returning students: Returning students only
John Diedrich Memorial Endowed Scholarship
For all majors. Must be a veteran (or child/spouse of veteran). Established by Mary Diedrich, former Dean of Student Success in memory of her father, John Diedrich
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students: New or returning students
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Scholarship
For all veterans in any major. Established by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Crystal Post 494.
Credits Required per Semester: 6 + credits
Minimum GPA: 2.00
New or returning students:New or returning students