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2026 Scholarship Application – 4-Year Program

We are thrilled to offer six (6) scholarships in the amount of $5,000; $3,750; $2,500; $2,500; $1,500; and $1,500 through the generous donations of our members. We are proud to support students in pursuing their educational goals in the construction industry.

    Eligibility

    • Must be a full-time student
    • Must be attending a 4-year college or university
    • Must be pursuing a degree in construction management or a related field

    Guidelines & Information

    • The application deadline is June 5, 2026.
    • Scholarship winners will be notified at the end of July 2026. Funds will be sent to the schools in August to be applied to the Fall 2026 semester.
    • MCA membership is not required but is highly encouraged. Join for FREE here!
    • Questions? Contact Jen Wothe at (952) 928-4646 or info@mnconstruction.org.

    Name(Required)
    Address(Required)
    Are you a student member of MCA?(Required)
    Current Year in College or University(Required)

    (month/year)
    College or University Address(Required)
    Please write a personal statement describing why you should be considered for an MCA scholarship. When writing, consider these questions: How has construction made a difference in your life? How have you helped enhance your understanding of construction? What does Minnesota offer you as you pursue your career? Are there any challenges or obstacles you have overcome to pursue your degree?
    Please provide a brief summary of your future goals and/or plans within the construction industry.
    Please list your extracurricular activities and leadership experience along with years of participation and offices held. Consider: student organizations (clubs, sports, etc.); volunteerism (United Way, Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, etc.); other (scholarships, academic accomplishments, honors, awards, etc.).
    Upload a recommendation letter OR have it emailed to info@mnconstruction.org. Your recommendation letter must be received by June 5, 2026. Please describe why this student should be awarded an MCA scholarship. Consider: communication skills (interpersonal, public speaking, writing, and listening skills); leadership qualities (ability to motivate others, innovativeness, decision-making, flexibility); responsibility (dependability, role modeling, consistency); personal traits (honesty, patience, compassion, level of commitment, etc.).
    Max. file size: 50 MB.
    Max. file size: 50 MB.