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Achievement Scholarships

Grants and scholarships form the largest part of Northland's financial aid funds. Most funds come from Northland's endowment, alumni gifts and other contributions. Other assistance comes from federal and state governments. Scholarships and grants do not have to be repaid and range from $200 to the cost of attendance.

For new students Northland conducts a series of scholarship competitions starting in October. All applicants are expected to apply in the competition following their acceptance. These merit based scholarships recognize not only academic ability, but also a wide variety of other talents and interests. This is how we build and enrich the Northland community. Northland also has a strong commitment to need-based financial assistance. The Access Guarantee ensures that Northland College scholarships and grants will bring costs down to the level at most major public universities. To maximize eligibility for additional scholarships and grants, all students are strongly encouraged to file the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
The Achievement Scholarship Application consists of three parts: selection of the scholarships you would like to apply for, then an essay written in response to a given prompt, and finally a list of your involvements through high school.

The Achievement Scholarship Application is now closed for the 2013-14 Academic Year.

2013-2014 Scholarships

Academic Excellence Scholarships
$5,000 - $16,000 ($20,000 to $64,000 Over Four Years)
Competitive scholarships awarded to applicants based on their existing academic record and test scores. These scholarships are awarded shortly after acceptance to Northland College.

Trustees and Presidential Scholarships
$23,500 - Full Tuition ($94,000 to Full Four Year Tuition)
Competitive scholarships that honor applicants for their combination of excellent academic performance, leadership experience, volunteer service, and accomplishments beyond the classroom.

Semifinalists are selected based on their existing academic record, test scores, and Achievement Scholarship Application to compete for these scholarships. The on campus competition will take place in early spring. Applicants will be notified by the Office of Admissions if they qualify for this additional competition.

 

 

Northland College Mission-based Scholarships

Sigurd Olson Eco-Visionary Scholarships
$500 - $4,500 ($2,000 to $18,000 Over Four Years)
Competitive scholarships created in the spirit of Sigurd Olson's legacy that are awarded to applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to the environment and conservation through academic achievements or extracurricular experiences.

Environmental and Outdoor Program Awards
$500 - $4,500 ($2,000 to $18,000 Over Four Years)
Competitive scholarships that recognize applicants with the understanding, knowledge, and skills consistent with the environmental and outdoor adventure values of the Northland community.

To be considered for the Environment and Outdoor Program Awards applicants must have participated I, or attended one of the following:

• Conserve School
• Outward Bound
• National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS)
• Wilderness Inquiry
• An environmentally-oriented high school

Scouting Leadership Awards
$500 - $4,500 ($2,000 to $18,000 Over Four Years)
Competitive scholarships that recognize applicants who are Girl Scout Gold Award recipients or Boy Scouts at Eagle Scout rank (and those who will receive that designation by August 31st) and who have maintained a 2.5 GPA or better.

Northland Legacy Scholarships
$2,500 ($10,000 Over Four Years)
Scholarships created to acknowledge the continued family commitment to the high standard, unique mission, and lasting legacy of a Northland College education.

To be considered for the Legacy Scholarships applicants must have a family member (parent, legal guardian, grandparent, aunt, uncle, brother, or sister) who has graduated from Northland College.

 

 

Academic Program Scholarships

Lake Superior Scholar Awards
$500 - $4,500 ($2,000 to $18,000 Over Four Years)
Competitive scholarships designed for applicants who have demonstrated academic excellence or extracurricular experience that relates to their area of interest.

 

Fine Arts Scholarships

Creative and Fine Arts Scholarships
$500 - $4,500 ($2,000 to $18,000 Over Four Years)
Competitive scholarships designed for applicants who have demonstrated academic excellence or extracurricular experience in the creative and fine arts. These scholarships are broken down into specific creative and fine art categories. Please see specific qualifications for each category.

Art Scholarships: Applicant must be a prospective Art major or minor at Northland College, and must submit 8-15 works of art produced solely by the applicant in the form of slides or digital images. Please submit your slides or digital images to scholarship@northland.edu.

Music Scholarships: Applicant, of any major, must participate in a Northland music ensemble or individual music lessons. They must also submit a recording with two selections of his or her choice. Applicant may audition on-campus if preferred. Auditions may be vocal and/or instrumental. Submit your recordings, or preferred audition dates, to scholarship@northland.edu.

Writing Scholarships: Applicant must be a prospective Writing major or minor at Northland College, and must submit two pieces of original writing, produced solely by the applicant, to scholarship@northland.edu.

 

Northland Community Scholarships

Leadership, Service, and Involvement Scholarships
$500 - $4,500 ($2,000 to $18,000 Over Four Years)
Competitive scholarships that recognize applicants who have made contributions to their school and/ or community through leadership, volunteer service, and involvement outside the classroom.

Diverse Community Awards
$500 - $4,500 ($2,000 to $18,000 Over Four Years)
Competitive scholarships created to support the pursuit of a college education for applicants who have demonstrated a commitment towards diverse communities.

Pathfinders Scholarships
$500 - $4,500 ($2,000 to $18,000 Over Four Years)
Competitive scholarships designed to support applicants who are motivated to make a difference in their own lives, as well as those of their family and community. First generation college students and students who have fought through adversity to have access to college, would be good candidates for this scholarship.