The SMSC Scholarship undergraduate application for the University of Minnesota is now open for the 2026-27 academic year. The deadline to apply is March 3, 2026.

Established in 2008, the SMSC Scholarship program is designed to recruit and retain talented American Indian students with demonstrated financial need to the University of Minnesota.

Apply today at bit.ly/4pB4YSs and take the next step toward your future.

About the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is a federally recognized, sovereign Dakota tribal government located southwest of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Following a Dakota tradition of generosity, the SMSC is one of the top philanthropists in Minnesota and is dedicated to helping build strong, healthy communities. The tribe is a committed community partner and a leader in protecting and restoring natural resources. The SMSC’s government, Gaming Enterprise and various other enterprises are collectively the largest employer in Scott County and attract millions of visitors to the region. For more information, visit shakopeedakota.org.