SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
RAINY RIVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships are available to students who demonstrate outstanding academic ability, exceptional talent, financial need, or a combination of these and other factors. These are awards supported by Rainy River Community College Foundation, organizations, alumni, and friends of the college. Over $75,000 per year is awarded locally by the college scholarship committee. Scholarships range from $100 to $2,500. To apply, send a completed application to the RRCC scholarship committee.

Scholarship donors often specify additional stipulations regarding eligibility. Examples of stipulations are: student receives little or no other form of financial aid; single parent, local high school graduate; majoring in a specific field. Awards are determined by the College Scholarship Committee under the leadership of the Financial Aid Director.

To apply for a scholarship online, complete the scholarship application which discusses your major field of study, and why you believe you are a good candidate for consideration. List your high school and year of graduation and any school or community activities in which you have been involved. Also provide two references. Be sure to include your name, address, social security number, and year in college. For more information on scholarship opportunities or a scholarship application, contact Scott Riley, Financial Aid Director.

GRANTS
FEDERAL PELL GRANT - Pell Grants are awarded to students working toward a degree or certificate. The Federal Pell Grant varies based upon the number of credits for which a student registers. Full-time status is 12 credits. If you are enrolled for less than 12 credits, your Federal Pell Grant will be prorated.

FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY GRANTS (SEOG) - These are federal grants awarded to undergraduate students who demonstrate exceptional financial need. Awards range from $100 to $400 per academic year depending upon the availability of funds.

MINNESOTA STATE GRANTS - These grants are awarded to Minnesota high school graduates and residents who are undergraduates, and have not attended post-secondary instituions more than the equivalent of 10 semesters full-time. Students must be enrolled for 15 credits to be considered full-time for Minnesota Grant eligibility. If you enroll for less than 15 but more than 3 credits, your award will be prorated. Students who are delinquent in paying child support are not eligible for this grant.

ALLISS GRANT - One class absolutely free. This grant covers tuition and books (not fees) for one class up to five credits. You qualify for an ALLISS grant if : (1) you do no have a college degree; (2) you have been out of high school and not enrolled in college for at least seven years; (3) you enroll in a college course that is part of a degree program; (4) you are a legal Minnesota resident; (5) you will not receive any other grant or aid for these same credits. ALLISS Grants must be applied for at the Registration Office, 218-285-2207, prior to registration.