MPMA Education Foundation Scholarship Form

Scholarship Application Form

Application Deadline - typically April 15th of each year
Each year, the Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association's (MPMA) Education Foundation offers scholarships to help motivated students with an interest in manufacturing get the training they need to become successful in the field. This year, the Education Foundation will award scholarships up to $2,000.
- Use the form below to submit your nomination by May 15, 2023.
- We anticipate this form will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. We recommend setting aside the time in advance to fill out this form completely.
- Please read and follow the instructions carefully prior to submitting your application.
- Most questions on this application are required, so if the question does not pertain to you, please write "not applicable" or N/A.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
- Do you have your most current academic record ready to upload?
- Do you have your financial information calculations ready to enter?
- Do you have your student ID or another ID ready to upload?
- Do you have your enrollment confirmation letter ready to upload?
If selected, you will be asked for documentation to support the data you provide. Likewise, all correspondence and award agreements will be generated from the personal information submitted below. So, please use proper spelling, capitalization and punctuation.
Please indicate that you have read and understand the instructions by typing "Yes"*
I. PERSONAL DATA

Tell us about yourself
Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
Date
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Mobile No. :*

Area CodePhone Number
E-mail :*
Where the confirmation will be send to
Home Address :*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Are You a Minnesota Resident?*

YesNo
How did your find out about the MPMA Education Foundation Scholarship?*

II. HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION

if a current high school student or have graduated in the last 5 years
Will you be a 2023 high school graduate?*

YesNo
High School Attending or Attended*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Year of High School Graduation or GED:*
School Principal*
High School Activities, Community Activities, Honors, Volunteer Work, Offices Held:*

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III. POST SECONDARY SCHOOL DATA
College, University or Technical School applicant currently attending*
College, University or Technical School previously attended, if any*
Incoming Year in School (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th)*
Student Status*

Full TimePart Time
Anticipated date of graduation (month/year)*
Post Secondary Activities, Community Activities, Volunteer Work, Honors, Offices Held:*

0/500

IV. WORK EXPERIENCE

List below any work experience (full time or part time)
List employers, job descriptions, dates, and hours per week*

0/500
V. AWARDS & HONORS
List any academic or professional awards or honors you have received in the last 4 years.*

0/500

VI. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY/TRADE SCHOOL INFORMATION
Indicate the school you are planning to attend. You must include a copy of your acceptance letter with this application. If applications are still pending, indicated schools to which you've applied.
Name of College/University/Trade School*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Intended major/program*
You must include a copy of your acceptance letter with this application.

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If applications are still pending, indicate schools to which you’re applied.*

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VII. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Please note: Financial information is used as one of the criteria for selecting scholarship winners. Please fill this area out to the best of your ability. You can add more detail, such as if the dollar figures pertain to quarters, semesters, a year, or the entire cost of the program over multiple years.
Student Budget: Please list the anticipated costs for tuition & fees, books & supplies, room & board, and any other expenses. Please include a total.*

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Anticipated Resources: Please list the anticipated resources that you will use to help fund your education, such as contributions from: yourself, parent(s), spouse, V.A. or S.S. benefits, other loans/scholarships. Please include a total.*

0/500
Assessed Need ($ for budget minus $ for resources)*
Have you applied, or do you plan to apply for scholarships, aids, or grants? If yes, which:*

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VIII. PERSONAL STATEMENT OF GOALS & ASPIRATIONS
Please provide a written statement of what you plan to do with your degree and why you should be considered for this scholarship. Attach additional pages if necessary.
Written Statement:*

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Attach written statement, or additional pages, if necessary.

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IX. ACADEMIC RECORDS
Please note, this is for vertification purposes so that we can confirm your student status.
Please upload a copy of your current student ID or another form of ID*

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Please upload a copy of your current high school or post-secondary school academic record*

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X. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
Applicants are required to submit 2 letters of recommendation completed by teachers/professors, principals, advisor/counselor, employers or other adults (non-family member) who know you best. Recommendations must be included with your application. Please make sure the writer’s phone number is included on the letter of recommendation.
Letter of Recommendation #1*

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Letter of Recommendation #2*

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Permission to publicize scholarship winners
Once scholarship awards have been accepted, we would like to share the good news with a press release to our members and local newspapers. We need your permission to share your name. Please indicate whether or not you would like us to share your name in a press release about scholarship winners. We respect your right to choose, and if you do not want us to share your name, it will not be included in the press release.
I give permission for my name to be used in a press release from the MPMA about scholarship winners.*

YesNo
If you are awarded a scholarship, would you be willing to provide a short video about the impact of the scholarship on your career?*

YesNo
XI. Applicant Checklist
If you have any questions, contact your school counselor, or contact the coordinator of the MPMA Education Foundation at (952) 564-3041 or office@mpma.com.

This application for financial aid becomes complete and eligible for consideration when the MPMA Education Foundation has received the following materials:
- Signed application
- Two recommendation forms
PLEASE NOTE
- If you are approved for a scholarship, you will be required to provide proof of acceptance into the program for which you are requesting funding.
- All supplementary materials must be clearly labeled and uploaded with this form.
XII. CERTIFICATION
Your signature at the end of the application authorizes the MPMA Education Foundation to examine your academic and personal records and certifies the accuracy of the information you have provided. All of the information on this form is true and complete to the best of my/our knowledge. If asked by the MPMA Education Foundation, I/we agree to provide proof of the information that I/we have given on this application. I/we realize that if I/we do not provide proof when asked, the applicant will not be considered for a scholarship. I/we are aware of the conditions under which the education scholarship is awarded and promise to inform the Foundation of any change in circumstances or any additional scholarship aid received. Furthermore, I/we hereby authorize the people asked to provide recommendation forms to provide the MPMA Education Foundation with information about their personal knowledge of the applicant. I/we further agree that these individuals shall be free to list any confidential information and that all information will be held in confidence and will not be released to the applicant or the applicant’s parents or significant other. Unsigned applications will not be considered.
XII. Applicant's E-Signature
By signing (typing your legal name) in the space below, you are certifying that all information is correct and that you are the person completing this application. When you press the submit button, you will receive an email confirmation that your application was received. Please print for your records and retain as verification of your application.
DateTime
Applicant's E-Signature:*
Parent/Guardian's E-Signature (if applicant is under the age of 18):
The MPMA Education Foundation is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education. The Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or any other protected class.
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Scholarship Application Form

I. PERSONAL DATA

II. HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION

III. POST SECONDARY SCHOOL DATA

IV. WORK EXPERIENCE

V. AWARDS & HONORS

VI. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY/TRADE SCHOOL INFORMATION

VII. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

VIII. PERSONAL STATEMENT OF GOALS & ASPIRATIONS

IX. ACADEMIC RECORDS

X. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

Permission to publicize scholarship winners

XI. Applicant Checklist

XII. CERTIFICATION

XII. Applicant's E-Signature