The Minnesota State Fair is invested in the educational endeavors of those from greater Minnesota. In 2026, the Minnesota State Fair will award three $2,000 scholarships to students of any age entering a skilled trade career or furthering their training.
A qualified committee will review applications and select the recipients. Applications are due on July 15, 2026, and scholarship recipients will be notified by telephone of their award by Aug. 15, 2026. If you have questions regarding this program or application, please contact the competition department at 651-288-4417 or competition@mnstatefair.org.
MSF Skilled Trade Scholarship Application
The Minnesota State Fair is invested in the educational endeavors of those from greater Minnesota. In 2026, the Minnesota State Fair will award three $2,000 scholarships to students of any age entering a skilled trade career or furthering their training.
A qualified committee will review applications and select the recipients. Applications are due on July 15, 2026, and scholarship recipients will be notified by telephone of their award by Aug. 15, 2026. If you have questions regarding this program or application, please contact the competition department at 651-288-4417 or competition@mnstatefair.org.