Community Achievement Scholarship

The Community Achievement Scholarship (CAS) is open to first-generation college-bound students from socioeconomically diverse backgrounds who live in Fargo-Moorhead or the surrounding area and have the desire to achieve a four-year degree.

FALL 2024 CAS APPLICATION

Ideal Candidates

A strong applicant will demonstrate:

• personal commitment to uplifting equity, diversity, and inclusion
• strong academic achievement
• leadership and/or community involvement
• internal drive to succeed at the college level
• financial need

Why Apply?

• Covers tuition, housing, and meal plan; renewable for up to four years — full scholarship details
• Receive professional support and mentoring throughout the program
• Participate in summer leadership preparation sessions
• Join a community of students with similar interests and experiences

Application Process

1. Apply for admission and be accepted to Concordia.
2. Complete the online scholarship application, including a video submission (3-5 minutes in length).
3. File your FAFSA for 2024-25 (available Dec. 31, 2023) and exhibit financial need. Concordia's FAFSA code: 002346

Timeline

CAS Students by the Numbers

32 Scholars selected from 142 applications since 2018

80% Have graduated or are still enrolled at Concordia

Average high school GPA: 3.62