Moorhead Scholars draws large class of Spuds to Minnesota State Moorhead

Spuds make great Dragons and thanks to a groundbreaking initiative by Minnesota State Moorhead, the largest class of Moorhead High School (MHS) graduates in decades enrolled at the university this fall.

The Moorhead Scholars program, announced to great fanfare in October 2024, provides up to four years of free college tuition to Moorhead High School graduates with a 3.0 GPA or higher.

The program covers any remaining tuition costs at Moorhead after all available financial and gift aid has been applied. Not only does Moorhead Scholars foster educational success within the community, it will also help to grow the region’s future workforce.

"This program connects MHS students with the exceptional academic programs and career pathways offered right here at Minnesota State Moorhead, and we are thrilled to see more Moorhead families choosing to become Dragons," says Dr. Tom Reburn, dean of Admissions.

Ryan and Erika Thiel, Dragon alumni, say the program is a unique opportunity for their son, Ben, to enter college with less stress about debt, which allows him to focus on his education and college experience. “Our family is very grateful for the program,” Ryan shares. “The hope is that the program will be successful and will continue for future Moorhead High School graduates.”

Read more about Moorhead Scholars.