Student Outreach

MCA is dedicated to helping students excel in their college or university program and future career in construction.

See below for updated information on local scholarships including MCA’s Annual Scholarship.

MCA Annual Scholarship
MCA is thrilled to offer several scholarships to students in a 4-year program and tech/trade school program. MCA is dedicated to helping students achieve their educational goals. Since 2011, MCA has given $104,500 in scholarship funds to 61 students at 15 different colleges to help achieve their education goals.

Through various fundraising efforts and activities, the MCA is proud to be able to assist students in pursuing their educational goals in the construction industry. MCA is proud to be a supporter of the next generation of industry leaders.

The 2025 application is closed. Check back next March for the 2026 application.
ACEC of Minnesota

The application period is in the fall. More information at https://www.acecmn.org/scholarship-program/.

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Association of Women Contractors

The application period is February-April. More information at https://awcmn.org/about-awc/scholarships/.

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MBEX (Minnesota Builders Exchange)

The application period is March/April. More information at https://www.mbex.org/industry-involvement/scholarships.

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Minnesota Concrete Council
Minnesota Subcontractors Association (MSA)

The application period is February-March. More information at: https://www.msamn.com/students.

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MN/ND Chapter of Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc.

The application period is spring. More information at: mnabc.com/Education-Training/Scholarships.

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Congratulations To Our Scholarship Recipients!

The Minnesota Construction Association would like to congratulate the 2025-2026 recipients of the MCA Annual Scholarship. We’re grateful to have these young professionals involved in our organization! We look forward to their continued growth and contributions to the construction industry.

Anthony Alioto
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Construction Management

Brady Braun
University of North Dakota
Civil Engineering

Abigail Bristow
South Dakota State University
Construction Management

Ayden Froeschle
Dakota County Technical College
Electrical Construction and Maintenance

Elana Hanson
Minnesota State Community and Technical College
Architectural Drafting and Design

Brian Imholte
St. Cloud Technical & Community College
Land Surveying/Civil Engineering Technology

Ashkan Kaftoosian
Saint Paul College
Automotive Service Technician

Donavon Ohms
University of Minnesota
Construction Management

Isabelle Snyder
North Dakota State University
Construction Management

Grant Warkenthien
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Construction Management