Student Arts Scholarship
Scholarships for Region 7W Minnesota residents support undergraduate study in arts-related fields by covering direct educational costs at accredited institutions.
Funder: McKnight Foundation
Due Dates: February 4, 2027 (Full application submission)
Funding Amounts: $2,000 per scholarship; individuals may receive up to four scholarships (totaling $8,000) over their undergraduate career.
Summary: Supports Region 7W Minnesota residents pursuing their first undergraduate degree in an arts-related field with direct educational cost scholarships.
Key Information: Applicants must be residents of Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, or Wright County and may attend any accredited institution.
Description
This scholarship provides $2,000 awards to individuals residing in Minnesota’s Region 7W (Benton, Sherburne, Stearns, or Wright counties) who are pursuing their first undergraduate degree in an arts-related field. The award can be used for educational expenses charged directly to the institution, such as tuition, room and board, and books. Recipients may apply annually and receive up to four scholarships in their lifetime, supporting continued study throughout their undergraduate education. The program is funded by the Minnesota State General Fund and administered by the Central Minnesota Arts Board.
