Vice president for enrollment management, Michael McMahon spoke with the Star Tribune about how cuts to the Minnesota college financial aid program are affecting Saint Mary’s students. While the program’s funding was boosted, the qualifications for receiving the grant and the amount disbursed to each student will change, which could lead to fewer students receiving aid. Sophomore Jaedyn Fellenz also contributed to the piece, speaking about the effect that budget cuts to the state grant had on students.
From the Story:
“Michael McMahon, vice president for enrollment management at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, said some students are seeing bigger grants this year while others’ grants are smaller. Saint Mary’s students’ average award was $5,571 in the 2023-2024 school year and $4,994 last year.”
Read the full story via Star Tribune.
