![Alumna Scholar Eden at Minneapolis College Eden in front of skyway](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/eden-nobranding-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=qvVUFuVZ)
Eden knows the journey to becoming a doctor is lengthy, challenging, and expensive. Balancing multiple part-time jobs, English as a Second Language courses, and an associate degree in biology, she had a lot on her plate.
![Student Scholar Ana at Minneapolis College student scholar at MInneapolis College](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/ana-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=9u3eEKSV)
When Anna immigrated at 17, she knew little English. Her high school estimated it would take her 5 years before she spoke English fluently and fulfilled graduation requirements. Ana proved them all wrong...
![Student Scholar Garcia Student Scholar on a Park Bench](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/Garcia-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=RLXkCdUb)
At 7 years old, Garcia and his 3 siblings immigrated to reunite with their parents to pursue the American Dream together.
![Student Scholar and Grad, Michaëlle student scholar](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/Michaelle-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=V0eHDuYe)
As an emancipated minor, Michaëlle grew up quickly, raising herself as a young teen. Her heart was in her favorite place in the world—the library.
![Scholar and Alumnus KingDemetrius at Minneapolis College Minneapolis College scholar & alumnus](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/KingDemetrius-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=zU3dY9LA)
Please meet KingDemetrius. He chose Minneapolis College, where his late daughter attended, seeking the opportunities a college credential provides.
![Scholarship Recipient Christian at Minneapolis College Scholarship Recipient Christian](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/christian-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=YT4p3ENz)
Meet Christian, a charismatic New Yorker who now calls Minneapolis home. What led him here?
![Scholarship Recipient Taylor at Minneapolis College Scholarship Recipient Taylor](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/taylor-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=1fwSBFqw)
Minneapolis College Foundation scholarship recipient, Taylor, has taken his success national! He was awarded the Rees Scholarship for students currently studying HVACR.
![Kia Alumna Kia](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/Kia-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=WH8LrtIZ)
Kia had an aha moment while volunteering at a senior care facility; psychology is her passion and she must pursue it!
![Javier Alumnus Javier](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/Javier-540x320_0.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=4dInimQa)
A representative from Minneapolis College came to his high school to introduce the Star Scholarship program, a tuition-free pathway to college for undocumented students. Javier applied, got the scholarship, and has not looked back since.
![Deliah Alumna Deliah](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/Deliah-540x320_0.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=XNt9CpFw)
As a mother of 6 kids, including 2 sets of twins, Deliah was aware of the challenges she would face going back to school. Additionally, having lost both parents in her early 20s, Deliah felt like she lacked a support system.
![Kristine Alumna Kristine](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/Kristine-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=G_nZP-Q_)
Kristine is proud to have fought her way back on track. She is now an honor society student pursuing an associate degree in addiction counseling and human services.
![Fadil Alumnus Fadil](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/fadil-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=CRHeA4zY)
Fadil impressively balances both school and work as a medical interpreter in local hospitals and clinics.
![Jose Alumnus Jose](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/jose-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=cmANCE5J)
José enrolled in Minneapolis College's School of Nursing program and graduated with a 3.0 GPA.
![Karin Alumna Karin](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/karin-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=nx5RO0MJ)
Karin was the only woman among more than 80 students in the HVAC program last semester and placed 2nd in the state-wide SkillsUSA HVAC competition
![Patsy Alumna Patsy](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/patsy-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=Ed_h8k5U)
Patsy plans to transfer to Augsburg College and pursue her bachelor's degree in social work.
![Rosa Alumna Rosa](/sites/default/files/styles/small_5_3/public/Rosa-540x320.jpg?h=6106e77d&itok=SA2iBxQs)
Rosa* began her Minneapolis College journey as a Nursing major, earning a 3.2 GPA. She was awarded a scholarship for undocumented students and hopes to serve underrepresented communities after she graduates next year.