Minnesota Child Care grant is funding offered through the State of Minnesota that can assist with child care expenses. You must meet certain eligibility criteria to qualify.
Who is Eligible:
Minnesota residents who have a child 12 years old or younger (or 14 or younger if the child is handicapped) and whose family size and income qualify for the program. To qualify, students also must:
- Be Minnesota residents.
- Be enrolled 1-12 credits or more per term (undergraduates) or 1-6 credits or more per term (graduates).
- Has not received child care grant funds for a period of ten semesters or the equivalent. Students who have withdrawn for active military service after December 31, 2002 are given an extra term of eligibility.
- Not have defaulted on a student loan.
How to apply:
Interested students should complete the Postsecondary Child Care Grant application here . Students also must complete the FAFSA or MN Dream Act application.
If you have additional questions, please see the Office of higher education site here and/or contact Student Services via live chat or email.