Frequently Asked Questions

To apply online, please visit our Online Scholarship Application.

For current WSU students, the application will be open after February 1, 2012.

• Academics Only (GPA, SAT/ACT scores, High School Ranking)
• Need Based & Academics (FAFSA form determines need)
• Special Eligibility Requirements (Major, High School attended, Residence, etc.)
• Combinations of any of the above.

Due to the overwhelming response, we may not be able to notify applicants that did not receive a scholarship. You may check with your department for further details. We will publish a list of recipients on this webpage, sometime this summer.

Your scholarship funds will be sent to the WSU Financial Aid Office. They will then be responsible for disbursement to the student.

For more information please contact the Financial Aid Office:  

Phone - 507.457.2800     Email - financialaid@winona.edu

Scholarship money can be utilized to assist with the cost of Tuition, Room, Board, and/or Books.

Yes; Unless you have an ACT score of at least 28 and were in the Top 5 % of your graduating class.

Yes; it is typically a good idea to apply for as many as you are eligible for.

Yes; there are many scenarios available to all students. For instance you may not be academically in great standing, however you may qualify on a Financial Need basis.

Yes; you must apply every year by the given deadline to be eligible on a yearly basis.

Yes; you can fill out two separate applications:

• One application is for your specific area of study (Major & Department)
• One application is for the WSU Foundation General Scholarship

No, not at this time. Currently each department has separate scholarship applications. Be sure to apply for both the WSU General Scholarship as well as your departmental scholarship(s).

In some cases Yes. Often times a scholarship will reduce your student loan amounts. To verify the effect a scholarship can have on your Financial Aid, please contact the Financial Aid Office:

Phone - 507.457.2800     Email - financialaid@winona.edu

If your scholarship requires you to meet a certain GPA expectation, you must maintain at least the required GPA to keep your scholarship. If your GPA moves below the required level, you will lose your scholarship.

The FAFSA form is necessary to gain a perspective on Financial Needs of the student (i.e. Parent's Expected Contribution). For more information regarding the FAFSA:

• Visit the official FAFSA website where you can learn more or fill out the application.
• Contact WSU Financial Aid Office: 507.457.2800 or financialaid@winona.edu

Not all scholarships are based on financial need; It is still recommended that you apply. For instance, a student may not have a financial need, however does meet academic requirements of a scholarship.

You will be required to submit two 'Thank You' notes:

• One when you receive your scholarship
• One in the fall of the academic year

You will not be considered for a scholarship if you do not submit the required essay and/or other required documentation. Your chances of being awarded a scholarship increase by completing an essay, provided you meet all other criteria of the scholarship.

Most scholarships require students to be full-time (at least 12 credit hours). However, there are a few scholarships available for part-time students. It is recommended to apply regardless of full-time/part-time status.

Yes; if the international student will be attending Winona State University then they will be eligible.

Please contact the Admissions Office for questions regarding Transfer Students and Scholarships.

Phone - 507.457.5100          Email - admissions@winona.edu

Yes, at this time there are two scholarships available to Graduate Students:

• One is given by the Counseling Department
• One is given by the Nursing Department

Please write down your password and the email address used. If you can't remember your login information please email Cathie at: Csieracki@winona.edu

In some cases scholarships are based on criteria such as hometown, county, ethnicity, etc.

Yes! Anytime we handle personal or sensitive information, it is strictly confidential.

Your current address is where you live while attending Winona State University. Your permanent address is your home address (Parent's address in many cases).

Your parents will be invited to a scholarship recognition event in the fall of your academic year. Your parents information is utilized to mail the invitation.

Yes; if you are under the age of 18 or you as the student grant them permission to your information.