AU - SMMPA SCHOLARSHIP
One $1,000 scholarship is available to a local graduating high school senior with the intent to increase the awareness of municipal utility organizations. The scholarship is funded by Southern Minnesota Municipal Power Agency (SMMPA). Any local high school senior who has a parent or legal guardian who is an active customer of Austin Utilities may apply. Applicants must submit an essay reflecting on one or more of the following prompts:
- What is the benefit of Austin maintaining local control of its utilities?
- How does Austin Utilities provide reliable, sustainable, and affordable utility service?
- How does Austin Utilities make life easier for its customers?
Applications must be received at Austin Utilities by April 10th.
AU-SMMPA SCHOLARSHIP GUIDELINES ![]()
AU-SMMPA SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION