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Scholarships and Aid

2025-26 ScHOlarship SpReadsheet

Scholarship information changes frequently. Our school is committed to keeping scholarship information updated, but the information provided is not guaranteed. Duluth East High School is not responsible for any scholarship misinformation.

Students are responsible for completing scholarships, verifying information provided, and submitting the scholarship requirements by the deadline.

Important Note - Please give those who are writing your recommendation letters at least 14 days notice.

Resources from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education

Minnesota Office of Higher Education North Star Promise Program - The North Star Promise (NSP) Scholarship program makes college accessible and affordable for any eligible Minnesotan who has the desire to earn a degree, diploma, or certificate. The program covers the full remaining cost of tuition and fees after other aid has been applied.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Minnesota resident

  • Family Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) below $80,000.

  • Attend a Minnesota public higher education institution or tribal college

  • Must not be in default on a state or federal student loan 

  • Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards 

  • Does not already have a baccalaureate degree 

  • Be enrolled in a program or course of study that applies to a degree, diploma, or certificate  

For more information - North Star Promise
How to apply - Students apply through the FAFSA or Minnesota Dream Act applications.

 

Scholarship Search Platforms

  • goingmerry - Features a $20 billion dollar database of scholarships and aid. There are many local scholarships offered as well. One application allows you to apply to multiple opportunities.  

  • fastweb - $3 billion in scholarships. Also features internship and part-time job opportunities.  

  • Scholarships.com - $19 billion in scholarships. The sign up process is quick and easy.  

  • Chegg Scholarships - Billions in scholarships. Additional features include tools to research colleges, buy/sell textbooks, and find tutors.  

  • BigFuture - 6 Billion in scholarships. Many sweepstakes-style scholarships. Features college search and planning tools.

  • Your College Website - Once you are admitted and/or decided on college, check out their financial aid page which often has information on scholarships available to their students. This cannot be stressed enough.  Your college is a great resource for scholarships!

  • Minnesota Office of Higher Education - A complete listing of scholarships offered by each Minnesota college/university is available here.

  • US News Reference Article

  • Raise Me - Micro-scholarships based on accomplishments that you can start earning as early as 9th grade. If the school to which you are applying is a partner with Raise Me, add your accomplishments prior to their deadline (varies per school), to see what you have already earned. 

 

FAFSA (FREE APPLICATION FOR STUDENT AID)

It is recommended that ALL students complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This helps determine eligibility for grants, loans, and other financial aid opportunities. Remember, you should never have to pay to complete your FAFSA!  

Current fafsa

Prepare for the FAFSA - Before you start the application, make sure you have all the necessary items listed below.

  • Social Security Number
  • Alien Registration Number (if you are not a U.S. citizen)
  • Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)
  • Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
  • An FSA ID to sign electronically (you can create one if you don't have one already)
  • Federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned