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Scholarships

  • High School Students
  • Non-traditional Students

Each year ECE awards scholarships to college-bound high school seniors. All of these scholarships are funded by unclaimed capital credits.

Who is eligible?
Applicant must be a high school senior enrolled at a participating high school. The applicant’s parent or guardian must be an ECE member. Participating high schools are listed below.

Selection, by a school committee, is based on academic achievement and community service. If all else is equal, financial need will be the determining factor.

If you are a high school senior and your school is NOT listed below, you may qualify for the Power Up scholarship.
Visit the "Non-traditional students" tab (above) for details. 


Participating high schools

Braham High School - Braham, MN
Cambridge-Isanti High School - Cambridge, MN
Chisago Lakes High School - Lindstrom, MN
East Central High School - Finlayson, MN
Foley High School - Foley, MN
Hinckley-Finlayson High School - Hinckley, MN
Isle High School - Isle, MN
Milaca High School - Milaca, MN
Mora High School - Mora, MN
North Branch High School - North Branch, MN
Northwestern High School - Maple, WI
Northwood High School - Minong, WI
Ogilvie High School - Ogilvie, MN
Pine City High School - Pine City, MN
Princeton High School - Princeton, MN
Royalton High School - Royalton, MN
Rush City High School - Rush City, MN
Solon Springs High School - Solon Springs, WI
Sauk Rapids-Rice High School - Sauk Rapids, MN
Superior Senior High School - Superior, WI
Willow River High School - Willow River, MN
Wrenshall High School- Wrenshall, MN

Contact your high school counselor for application and due date. Submit completed application to school counselor. If you have questions regarding the scholarship program, please call 1-800-254-7944, ext. 8031.

Applications were due February 27, 2023. Please check back in January 2024. 

ECE is proud to provide scholarships to non-traditional students. If you are a high school senior, please make sure your high school is NOT listed on the Participating High Schools List. If your school is on the list, contact your school guidance or career counselor for application. Visit the "High School students" tab (above) for details.

Non-traditional students are eligible for the Power Up scholarship. This includes those already in college or those returning to college after a hiatus; high school seniors who attend homeschool, private educational institutions, or a high school located outside our service territory. Applicants must be an ECE member or the dependent of an ECE member.

Selection is based on academic achievement and community service. If all else is equal, financial need will be the determining factor.

If you have questions regarding the scholarship program, please call 1-800-254-7944, ext. 8031.

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  • Home
  • Your Cooperative
    • About Us
      • Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws
      • History
      • About Touchstone Energy
    • Capital Credits
    • Careers & Job Openings
    • Cogeneration
    • Directors and Districts
      • Board Meetings
    • Director Election
    • Hours & Locations
    • Member Resource Council
    • Sustainability
    • Statement of Non-Discrimination
    • Power Concerns
    • Red Flags Rule
  • New Construction
    • Residential
    • Commercial
  • Residential
    • Billing & Payment
      • Charges & Fees
      • Payment Options
      • Understanding My Bill
    • Assistance Information
    • Cold Weather Rule
      • Military Cold Weather Rule
    • Landlord Preauthorization Agreement
    • Power Outage
    • Medical Alert
    • Renewable Energy
      • Solar Energy
      • Wind Energy
    • Sales Tax Exemptions
    • Start or Stop Service
    • Together We Save
    • Contact Us
  • Programs & Rebates
    • 2023 residential program highlights
    • Residential Rebates
    • Air Source Heat Pump
    • Storage Space Heating
    • Storage Water Heating
    • Interruptible Water Heating
    • Ground Source Heat Pump
    • Electric Vehicles
    • Dual Fuel
  • Business
    • Charges & Fees - Commercial
    • Contact Us - Business Accounts
    • Economic Development
    • Cost Saving Programs
    • Business Bulletin
    • Energy Saving Tips
      • Business Energy Evaluation
    • Payment Options Business
    • Start or Stop Service - Commercial
    • Rebates - Commercial
  • Contractors
    • Before Working Overhead
    • HVAC Contractors
    • Power Line Emergencies
    • Resources for Electricians
  • Safety
    • Call Before You Dig
    • Downed Power Lines
    • Storm Information
    • Copper Theft
    • Request a presentation
    • Safe Electricity
  • Community
    • Operation Round Up
      • Grants
    • COOPx
    • Scholarships
    • Community Award
    • Caring Members
    • Youth Tour
    • Community Partnership
    • Parents and Educators
    • Watt's Cookin'
    • Co-op Connections
  • Trees & Lines
    • Emerald Ash Borer
    • Storm Damage & Downed Lines
    • Tree Concerns & Requests
    • Tree Planting Guidelines
    • Vegetation Management Plan
  • Newsroom
    • Co-op Advantage Newsletter
    • News & Events
    • Media Inquiries
    • Pollinator Blog
    • Video Gallery
    • Annual Report