AGC of Minnesota Scholarships

Scholarship Value: $2,500

Awards Available: 12

Award Deadline: May 16, 2025


AGC of Minnesota has a strong tradition of providing scholarships to outstanding students studying for careers in the construction industry. AGC has three scholarship categories: AGC Foundation Scholarships will be awarded to students who are currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution in a construction field.

In addition, three legacy scholarships are awarded annually:

  • The Charles S. McCrossan Scholarship is awarded to a Minnesota resident majoring in a construction career with an emphasis on civil engineering and/or road/bridge construction management. C.S. McCrossan founded his own Minnesota-based highway/heavy civil company in 1956 and over the last 50+ years, the business has grown into a diversified general contractor company which continues to be owned and operated by the McCrossan family. Charles S. McCrossan passed away in 2017, leaving a legacy of industry advocacy and giving.
  • The Kraus-Anderson Insurance Scholarship was created in honor of the legacy of Kraus-Anderson insurance executive Dennis Diessner, a long-time AGC of Minnesota Foundation volunteer. This scholarship is awarded to an outstanding individual pursuing a professional degree in commercial construction at an accredited post-secondary institution.
  • The Kraft Construction Scholarship is new in 2025. The Kraft family has spent their lives making an impact on the construction industry in Minnesota.  Martin E. Kraft was an entrepreneur who took a risk in the 1940’s, buying equipment and taking on projects in Minneapolis which culminated in an excavating, grading, and road building business that he ran with his wife Eunice.  With Martin in the field, Eunice held the business together from their home office in South Minneapolis, handling payroll, payables, and invoicing, all while raising their six children. Arnold R. Kraft developed his knowledge and skills working for his father on a large variety of construction projects in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.  Arnie and his wife Jane went on to start and run their own construction business and were active in the AGC of Minnesota, serving on the board and many committees. Later in life, their efforts transitioned to a safety training business, where Arnie is a Certified Safety Professional and an MSHA and OSHA aapproved Instructor.

To apply for any of the 2025 scholarships, please complete the form below, include a copy of your most recent transcript(s), and a typed, double-spaced essay. A complete essay addresses the following:

  • Your personal and/or professional interests that may include your work-related experiences, any involvement in student or community organizations, honors or awards you have received, and/or your career objectives, and
  • Your financial needs and how a scholarship would positively impact your ability to complete your education. You do not need to indicate which scholarship you are applying for as the awarding of scholarships will be determined by the scholarship committee.

Your completed application and supporting documents must be submitted no later than Friday, May 16, 2025.  

Scholarship recipients will be notified by June 20, 2025. Scholarship recipients will attend the annual AGC Golf Tournament on Friday, August 1, 2025 (Keller Golf Course) to be recognized and receive the award. 

How to Apply:

No Essay Scholarship by Sallie

Deadline: Apr 30, 2025
$2,000
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ScholarshipOwl No Essay Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 29, 2025
$50,000
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Niche $15,000 Scholarship

Deadline: May 31, 2025
$15,000
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Be Bold Scholarship

Deadline: May 01, 2025
$25,000
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$10,000
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Faith Based College Scholarship

Deadline: May 31, 2025
$2,000
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The Future is Now Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 30, 2025
$1,001
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Appily Easy Money Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 30, 2025
$1,000
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10 Words or Less Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 15, 2025
$1,000
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National Dairy Shrine Scholarships

Deadline: Apr 15, 2025
$3,000
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