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Achieve Scholarship Data
A Minnesota funded financial aid program for Minnesota students who recently graduated from high school
The Achieve Scholarship program is designed to address two critical barriers to college attendance: lack of academic preparation and financial access. Eligible Minnesota high school graduates who complete any one of four sets of courses defined as rigorous earn a one-time scholarship to help pay for college at a public or private university or college in Minnesota.
| Use of Funds | ||||
| Award Year | Number of Awardees | Total Dollars Spent | Average Award | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08-09 | 1913 | $2,119,274 | $1,108 | |
| 09-10 | 3974 | $9,315,372 | $2,344 | |
| 10-11 | 1838 | $1,164,725 | $1,200 | |
NOTE: Funding for the Achieve Scholarship Program was eliminated beginning in the 2011-2012 award year.
Achieve Scholarship Evaluation Reports
