UMN Crookston Financial Aid & Scholarships

UMN Crookston Financial Aid & Scholarships UMN Crookston Financial Aid & Scholarships Questions? Concerns? Stop by and see us or call 218-281-8550.

At the University of Minnesota Crookston Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, we recognize paying for college is a serious financial commitment for students and their families. We strive to lessen the burden by providing the information you need about the cost of your education, grant and loan options and resources for earning "free" money for school via various scholarships. Financial aid counselors are available Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm.

🎓 2027-2028 Specialty Scholarship applications are OPEN!UMN Crookston students can apply for 100+ unique scholarships th...
10/01/2026

🎓 2027-2028 Specialty Scholarship applications are OPEN!

UMN Crookston students can apply for 100+ unique scholarships through just one application—and it takes less than 20 minutes to complete!

These scholarships are made possible by the generosity of UMN Crookston alumni and donors and are awarded based on specific criteria.

đź“… Deadline: March 1, 2027
đź”— Apply: https://z.umn.edu/specialtyscholarships

Don’t miss out on scholarship opportunities available exclusively to UMN Crookston students!

09/18/2026

Scholarship Opportunity for Women! 🎓✨

Are you a woman working toward a better future through college, additional schooling, or skills training? You may be eligible for the Soroptimist Live Your Dream: Education & Training Awards for Women!

You may be eligible to apply if you:
âś… Have primary financial responsibility for yourself and your dependents
âś… Are enrolled in or accepted to an undergraduate degree or vocational skills training program
âś… Have financial need

https://www.sirrv.org/lyd

💰 Financial Aid Disbursement Reminder!Fall financial aid is scheduled to begin disbursing on August 27! Make sure you’ve...
08/24/2026

đź’° Financial Aid Disbursement Reminder!

Fall financial aid is scheduled to begin disbursing on August 27!

Make sure you’ve completed all required financial aid requirements and are registered for your classes so your aid can disburse as expected.

Questions about your financial aid? Contact the Financial Aid Office—we’re happy to help!

⏰ Reminder! The Fall 2026 payment due date is September 17.Questions about your financial aid? Contact the Office of Fin...
08/24/2026

⏰ Reminder! The Fall 2026 payment due date is September 17.

Questions about your financial aid? Contact the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships. For billing or payment questions, the Business Office is happy to help.

đź’° Have you set up Direct Deposit in MyU?Skip the paper check and get your financial aid refund deposited directly into y...
08/21/2026

đź’° Have you set up Direct Deposit in MyU?

Skip the paper check and get your financial aid refund deposited directly into your bank account! Setting up Direct Deposit is quick and convenient—and can help you receive your funds faster.

📲 Log in to MyU → My Finances → Set-up Direct Deposit

For more information, visit the Direct Deposit page on our website.

📢 Health Insurance Reminder!If you already have comparable health insurance coverage, you can waive the University's Stu...
08/20/2026

📢 Health Insurance Reminder!

If you already have comparable health insurance coverage, you can waive the University's Student Health Benefit Plan through your MyU Student Center.

đź“… Deadline to waive the plan: September 24, 2026

Don't wait until the last minute—complete your health insurance declaration before the deadline to avoid unwanted charges.

📅 Fall 2026 Semester is almost here! 🍂Mark your calendars with these important financial aid and payment dates:August 27...
08/03/2026

📅 Fall 2026 Semester is almost here! 🍂

Mark your calendars with these important financial aid and payment dates:

August 27 – Financial aid begins disbursing to student accounts
September 1 – First day of classes
September 3 – First financial aid refunds are processed
September 4 – Payment plans become available in MyU
September 17 – Fall payment due date

Planning ahead can help make the start of the semester a little less stressful. Save this post for later, and if you have questions about your financial aid, we're here to help!

🎓 Happy FAQ Friday!Today, we're breaking down the differences between federal student loans and private student loans to...
07/03/2026

🎓 Happy FAQ Friday!

Today, we're breaking down the differences between federal student loans and private student loans to help you make informed borrowing decisions.

If you have additional questions about loans or are unsure which option is best for you, please don't hesitate to reach out—we're happy to help!

Have an awesome Fourth of July weekend, everyone! 🇺🇸🎆

🎓 FAQ Friday: I received a scholarship… now what?It's been a minute since our last FAQ Friday, but we're excited to cont...
06/26/2026

🎓 FAQ Friday: I received a scholarship… now what?

It's been a minute since our last FAQ Friday, but we're excited to continue sharing tips and advice—especially for students and families navigating the college process for the first time!

Have questions about your scholarship or financial aid? We're here to help!

We are incredibly proud of Brooke for being named Outstanding Student Employee of the Year! Your hard work, dedication, ...
05/08/2026

We are incredibly proud of Brooke for being named Outstanding Student Employee of the Year! Your hard work, dedication, and positive impact do not go unnoticed. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement! 🎉👏

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University Of Minnesota/Crookston, 2900 University Avenue, 4 Hill Hall
Crookston, MN
56716

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Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

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