UMN Crookston Financial Aid & Scholarships

05/08/2026

We are incredibly proud of Brooke for being named Outstanding Student Employee of the Year! Your hard work, dedication, and positive impact do not go unnoticed. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement! 🎉👏

04/24/2026

☀️ Summer 2026 Important Dates ☀️

Taking summer classes? Stay on top of your financial aid and billing timeline:

📅 May 27 – Financial aid disburses to student accounts
📅 June 1 – First day of classes
📅 June 4 – Refunds begin processing
📅 June 17 – Payment due in full

Have questions? Reach out to the Financial Aid Office—we’re here to help!

03/30/2026

🎓 Scholarship Opportunities! 🎓

Riverview Health Scholarships available!

📅 Applications are due by noon on Friday, April 17—don’t miss out!

👉 Learn more and apply here:

The RiverView Foundation is pleased to support and provide career opportunities to area students who desire to further their education in healthcare.

03/27/2026

Another 2026–27 FAFSA reminder! 📣

It’s best to get it done sooner rather than later — filing early helps ensure you don’t miss out on important deadlines and gives you more time to plan for the upcoming school year. If you have questions or need assistance, we’re here to help!

03/26/2026

📣 Scholarship Opportunity Alert!

The SFM Foundation Scholarship is now open for the 2026–2027 academic year!

💰 Award: Up to $15,000 per year
📅 Deadline: March 31, 2026

This scholarship is designed to support students whose parent was seriously injured or killed in a workplace accident while working for a Minnesota or Iowa employer.

✅ Open to students ages 16–27
✅ Must demonstrate financial need
✅ Can be used for tuition, books, and fees
✅ Available for 2-year, 4-year, vocational, or graduate programs

If you or someone you know may qualify, don’t miss out on this opportunity!

👉 If you want to read more information or apply:

To apply for a scholarship, students must have a parent who was disabled or fatally injured while working for a Minnesota or Iowa employer.

03/25/2026

Summer semester isn’t THAT far away — so now’s a great time to start preparing if you’re thinking about enrolling! ☀️

If you have any questions, let us know — we’re happy to help!

03/20/2026

Happy FIRST Day of Spring 🌷 and FAQ Friday!

Student loan repayment… dun dun dun! 🎶

It might sound scary, but it’s really not — especially when you understand how it works and when repayment actually begins. Most federal student loans enter repayment after you graduate, drop below half-time enrollment, or leave school, and many come with a grace period before your first payment is due.

The key is staying informed and knowing your timeline. It never hurts to reach out to your loan servicer to ask questions, review your repayment options, or explore plans that fit your budget. They’re there to help!

As always, we’re here too if you need guidance navigating the process. 😊

03/13/2026

Going back to the basics today! 🎓

How do you know if you’re eligible for financial aid? The BEST way to find out is to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)!

Submitting the FAFSA is the only way to determine your eligibility for federal and state grants, loans, and work-study. Even if you’re unsure whether you’ll qualify, we always encourage you to apply. You might be surprised!

Don’t wait — get it done early to make sure you’re considered for the most aid possible. 💰

03/09/2026

🎓 Scholarship Opportunity Reminder! 💰

Are you (or your student) a graduating high school senior looking for help paying for college or trade school? The First Community Credit Union Education Foundation offers scholarships to support students continuing their education!

Each year, FCCU awards approximately $60,000 in scholarships to members of the credit union. These scholarships may be single-year or multi-year awards, helping students reduce the cost of higher education.

✅ Basic Eligibility:
• Must be a graduating high school senior
• Must plan to attend a U.S. college or trade school full-time
• Applicant or parent/guardian must be an active FCCU member in good standing (ND or MN branches) as of February 1

❗ Employees, board/committee members, affiliates, and their immediate families are not eligible.

📅 Scholarship notifications are sent in April.

If you’re eligible, be sure to apply! You can learn more or begin the application here:
🔗 www.myfccu.com/scholarship

03/06/2026

Long time, no see — FAQ Friday is back! 🎉

We’ll do our best to keep these coming each Friday, because we know financial aid can feel complex and sometimes overwhelming. Our goal is to help break things down and keep you informed on everything from the basics to the most detailed questions.

As always, we’re here to help every step of the way!