Nellie Stone Johnson Scholarship
The Nellie Stone Johnson Scholarship offers $2,500 to racial minority union members and their families pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees at Minnesota state colleges or universities.
May 1, 2026
25 days left
$2,500
Award amount
6
Requirements
Quick decision
AI insightsBest for
- Racial minority students
- Union members and their families
- Students pursuing degrees in any field
Key highlights
- Award amount: $2,500
- Deadline: May 1, 2026
- Open to undergraduate and graduate students
Why apply
- Financial support for education costs
- Opportunity to showcase commitment to civil rights
- Support for minority representation in higher education
Important checks
- Verify eligibility criteria on the official site
- Check if you meet GPA requirements
- Ensure you can submit the required essay
Who can apply
- Must be a racial minority and a union member or related to one
- GPA requirements: 2.0 for undergraduates, 3.0 for graduates
- Submit a 2-page essay on personal and educational goals
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
open
Eligible institutions
Nellie Stone Johnson Scholarship Program
Payout method
Paid to the college or financial aid office
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Prepare the listed materials (1 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
AI guidanceListing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.
- Start your essay early to reflect on your background and goals
- Highlight your commitment to human or civil rights in your application
- Gather any necessary documentation regarding union membership
Key requirements (5)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- This program is open to students in undergraduate and graduate programs at a 2- or 4-year institution that is a component of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU).
- Applicants must be a minority (Asian/Pacific Islander, American Indian/Alaska Native, Black/African American, Chicano(a)/Latino(a)) and a union member or the child, grandchild, or spouse of a minority union member.
- Undergraduates must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher; graduate students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Preference is given to Minnesota residents.
- Selection is based on the essay, commitment to human or civil rights, extracurricular activities, volunteer activities, community involvement, academic standing, and union verification.
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Essay or written statement
Applying
Applications require a 2-page essay and must be submitted by May 1, 2026.
Award & payment
Amount: $2,500
Payout: Paid to the college or financial aid office
About the provider
Nellie Stone Johnson Scholarship Program
Overview
This scholarship supports racial minority union members and their families in their educational pursuits at Minnesota state colleges.
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Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 2, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.