SCHOLARSHIPS

Stop in to the School Counseling Office for available scholarships!! We can point you in the right direction!

CLICK HERE to access the AHS Seniors Canvas page. Click on the "Assignments" tab to access available scholarships.
Scholarships will appear on the Canvas page as the applications become available. If you have questions regarding any of the applications on the Canvas page, please contact 
Meredith Sander
10-12 Grade School Counselor
Aitkin High School
[email protected]
218-927-7108

It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that they adhere to the deadlines of scholarships to which they are applying as well as ensuring that all materials are submitted correctly. 


Websites to search for scholarships:
www.fastweb.com
www.scholarships.com

**Please remember that these are Nationwide scholarship sites. You are entering a large pool of applicants. It is wise to apply to many scholarships, but best to devote more time to local scholarships as the applicant pool will be much smaller.

**Be cautious of scholarship scams. Never pay to apply for a scholarship, and never pay an entity to search for scholarships for you. 

The Aitkin Dollars for Scholars scholarship program is one that all Aitkin Seniors should apply for. The application will be made available to students after the Christmas break. Please note that if the application is filled out correctly and on time, each applicant is guaranteed scholarship money (if conditions to receive the award are met). 
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➫Loan opportunity for Aitkin High Graduates: 
 Apply by May 31st and Dec. 1st
*The Hans and Thora Petraborg Educational Trust Fund: 
This educational trust fund was created to memorialize long-time local residents, Hans and Thora Petraborg, in their strong belief in higher education and the future of Aitkin. The main requirement, aside from being an Aitkin High School graduate, is that the interest free loans go to deserving students who might not otherwise be able to pursue higher education without such assistance. To apply: fill out the Hans and Thora Petraborg Educational Trust Fund Loan Application and State of Borrower Responsibility form: Petraborg Scholarship Application.  Please send this completed form to Petraborg Loan, Attn: Jeanne Ince, 306 2nd Street, Aitkin MN, 56431or [email protected] no later than the deadlines: May 31st for July 31 distribution and December 1 for December distribution. 

MN Association of Townships Scholarship - Juniors - Scholarship Opportunity
Deadline is June 1st.
Open to all MN 11th graders.
​Applicants must complete an application form and submit it along with a written  450-500 word essay. using critical thinking discussing this year’s topic. Essay Topic: Promoting Township Government. The question is: “The Minnesota Association of Townships has the responsibility to promote public understanding of the heritage and future of Township Government and its role in the State and Federal systems. What are some ways that MAT could promote awareness of township government and inspire township residents and Boards to become involved?"  Use this link to for the application and more information Scholarship Program | MN Association of Townships. Use this link for a downloadable application 2025 MN Association of Townships Scholarship ApplicationAll items must be submitted in one envelope and mailed to: Minnesota Association of Townships Scholarship Program, P.O. Box 267, St. Michael, MN 55376, postmarked by June 1st. Incomplete applications or applications postmarked after June 1 will not be accepted.