Student Parent Support/Bridge to Community Resources

Paying for College

Overcoming Financial Hurdles

One of the biggest barriers to attending and successfully completing college is related to financial stability and being able to afford college tuition. We have put together a collection resources specific to Student Parents that you can look into or set up a time with us to discuss your options. 

FAFSA with Financial Aid

Applying for financial aid is free and it is recommended you do so as soon as possible.

SCSU Financial Aid Office

Scholarships

St. Cloud State has many opportunities for scholarships to aid in the cost of tuition and fees.

Huskies Scholarships

Minnesota Postsecondary Child Care Grant

This grant-based program subsidizes child care costs of children ages 12 years or younger.

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Postsecondary Child Care Grant

Mary Beth Wedum Single Parent Scholarship

In the spirit of stewardship and generosity exemplified by John A. Wedum, the J.A. Wedum Foundation seeks to change and improve people’s lives by making education more accessible to single parents. 

Mary Beth Wedum was an SCSU alumnus, attending college as a single mother. She knew the challenges single parents face in trying to improve their lives and the lives of their children. From this personal experience came the Mary Beth Wedum Single Parent Scholarship.

Scholarship Details

  • Students must be single parents attending SCSU to qualify. 
  • Student must follow and complete all steps in the application process to be considered.
  • Award amount and distribution varies. Typically, the award is divided over Fall and Spring semesters. 
MARY BETH WEDUM SINGLE PARENT SCHOLARSHIP
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