Scholarships for High School and College Students

Introductory Statement National Medical Fellowships (NMF) has prioritized financial empowerment since its founding. NMF scholarship programs award students based on both merit and financial need. Scholarship funding has been provided by hundreds of foundations and individual donors, and NMF continually pursues partnerships to increase and diversify support for its scholars. Eligibility Overview Applicants must meet the following baseline requirements unless a specific program description lists additional or different criteria: - Proof of U.S. citizenship or an approved Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) notice. - Permanent residents (Green Card holders) are eligible — see the Permanent Resident document guidelines for...

Overview Boreal Waters awards more than $800,000 in scholarships each year to students living in northeast Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. Funded by generous individuals, families, and organizations, these awards support learners of all ages in pursuing education, expanding opportunities, and contributing back to their communities. Finding and applying If you’re planning to attend college, a technical school, or another form of post-secondary education, we can help you move forward. Use our scholarship search tool to find awards that align with your background, interests, and location. Most scholarships are included in our universal application, which opens in December 2025 and closes...

Overview The Anderson Niskanen Scholarship Fund was created in 1998 by Suama Niskanen Anderson as a memorial to her husband, Elmer Anderson, and her sister, Saima Niskanen. The fund supports graduating seniors from Duluth public high schools who require financial help to pursue post-secondary study, and the Anderson family were longtime residents of St. Louis County. Who is eligible - Graduates of Duluth Denfeld, Duluth East, Harbor City International School, or the Duluth Area Learning Center. - Applicants must intend to enroll at either the University of Minnesota–Twin Cities or the University of Minnesota Duluth. - Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.5....

Each year Boreal Waters distributes more than $800,000 in scholarships to students across northeast Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. These awards—made possible by the generosity of individuals, families, and local organizations—support learners of all ages as they pursue education, expand opportunities, and contribute to their communities. If you’re preparing for college, a technical program, or another form of post-secondary study, we can help you move forward. Use the search tool to find scholarships that fit your background, interests, and location. Most Boreal Waters scholarships are accessed through our universal application, which will open in December 2025 and close on February 24,...

Julie Enberg Memorial Scholarship Fund Overview The Julie Enberg Memorial Scholarship offers financial support to female undergraduate athletes enrolled at the University of Minnesota Duluth. Created in memory of Julie Enberg—an early leader, player and coach for UMD women’s hockey before it became a varsity sport—the fund recognizes her devotion to athletics and to the UMD community. Julie passed away in 2002 at age 38, and this scholarship was established through memorial contributions. Award - Amount: $1,500 (one-year award) - Application cycle: Universal Application Who is eligible Applicants must meet all of the following requirements: - Self-identify as female. -...

Overview Each year Boreal Waters distributes more than $800,000 in scholarships to students living in northeast Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. Funded by generous donors—individuals, families, and organizations—these awards support learners at every stage in pursuing education, expanding opportunities, and contributing to their communities. Whether you plan to attend a college, technical school, or another form of post-secondary program, use the search tool to find scholarships that fit your background, interests, and location. Most awards are offered through our Universal Application, which opens December 1, 2025, and closes February 24, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Jeanne H. Hemmingway Scholarship Fund Purpose The...

Intro The Westminster Public Schools Foundation manages a variety of scholarship funds intended to motivate students to complete high school and continue their education. For many recipients, these awards open the door to college or other postsecondary study that might otherwise have been out of reach. The Foundation’s scholarships are offered exclusively to graduating students from Westminster High School and Hidden Lake High School (Hidden Lake Secondary School). Awards vary in type — some are merit-based, some are need-based, and several are renewable for multiple years. Eligibility Only current seniors who will graduate from Westminster High School or Hidden Lake...

Overview Each year Boreal Waters distributes more than $800,000 in scholarships to learners across northeast Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. Funded by donations from individuals, families, and organizations, these awards support students of all ages as they pursue education, expand opportunities, and contribute to their communities. If you are planning to attend college, a technical program, or other post-secondary education, use the search tool to find scholarships that fit your background, interests, and location. Important dates Most Boreal Waters scholarships are offered through our universal application, which will open in December 2025 and close on February 24, 2026. Duluth Building &...

John A. and Jean Quinn Sullivan Scholarship Funds Overview These scholarship funds are designated for graduates of Superior High School who are pursuing a major in education. Who is eligible Applicants must be enrolled as juniors or seniors in the Education Program at the University of Wisconsin–Superior (UWS). Award details Amount: $4,000 to $6,000 (for one academic year) How to apply This award is offered through the Universal Application.

The Lawrence E. and Mabel Jackson Rudberg Scholarship Fund was created to support graduating high school seniors pursuing college. Lawrence Rudberg, a longtime economics professor, and Mabel Jackson Rudberg, an elementary school teacher, lived in Duluth and Two Harbors and devoted their careers to education. Valuing the transformative power of higher education, they established this fund to make college more attainable for deserving students. Eligibility - Open to graduating seniors from Two Harbors Senior High School (given preference) and to graduates of Duluth-area public and private schools, including Duluth Denfeld, Duluth East, Marshall School, Harbor City International School, and Lakeview...

Introduction Boreal Waters Foundation awards more than $800,000 in scholarships each year to learners across northeast Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin. Funded by individuals, families, and organizations, these awards support students of all ages as they pursue education, expand opportunities, and serve their communities. If you are preparing for college, technical training, or another form of post‑secondary study, explore scholarships that fit your background, interests, and location with our search tool. Universal Application Most Boreal Waters scholarships are applied for through a single, universal application. That application opens December 1, 2025 and will close February 24, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Jack...

Introduction The Amelia and Emanuel Nessell Family Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to students with demonstrated need, giving preferential consideration to Jewish applicants in accordance with the donors’ wishes. The fund was established in 1997 by relatives of Amelia and Emanuel Nessell as a memorial. The Nessell family settled in Duluth in 1920; Emanuel worked as a manager at the First Street Department Store. Their children—Sophie, Leonard, Louisa and Harry—attended Duluth public schools and graduated from Central High School. The scholarship reflects the Nessells’ commitment to higher education and support for students facing financial barriers. Who is eligible Applicants must...