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Wallin Construction Pathway Scholars

Construction Pathway Scholarship
Are you ready to explore a career in construction and start building your future with
Mortenson Construction or Ryan Companies? The Wallin Construction Pathway offers financial support, paid career experiences, and Wallin’s individualized advising - all designed to help you succeed in college and launch your construction career.



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Receive up to $35,000
over two years in financial aid

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when the application opens
in Spring of 2026.

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Wallin’s Construction Pathways were established by Mortenson Construction in 2022 to invest in students interested in the construction industry by creating an innovative partnership with Wallin Education Partners, Dunwoody and Mortenson.

“Construction is an exciting and dynamic career field that will only continue to thrive,” said Mark Sherry, executive vice president at Mortenson and a Dunwoody alumnus. "Our goal is for this pathway to open those doors to long-lasting opportunities.” See articles below to learn more:
  • Press Release - Star Tribune, January 2023
  • Black Minnesotans have made income gains, but wide disparities persist - Star Tribune, May 2024

The Wallin Construction Pathway is for students
​pursuing a career in construction and excited about a future at Mortenson or Ryan as part of the 2-Year Program.

Construction Pathway Scholars receive Wallin's full comprehensive support.

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Receive up to $35,000 over two years in financial aid at Dunwoody
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Professional support and guidance to help you navigate college through Wallin's individualized advising
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Access to career programming to set you up for success
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Financial Aid
Up to $30,000 of financial aid over two years

Program Focus
Construction Management or Architectural Drafting

Work Experience
Part-time work during both school years +
Full-time, paid summer 2026 internship
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Financial Aid
Up to $35,000 in financial aid* over two years

Program Focus
Construction Management

Work Experience
Full-time, paid summer 2026 internship

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Both Construction Pathways Scholars receive Dunwoody's full Pathway to Career support of:

Academic Guidance
One-on-one tailored academic planning and support

Learning Cohort
Monthly learning sessions and 3-week summer experience

Lifetime Network
Lifetime job placement and support as a Dunwoody alum

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"Receiving the Mortenson Scholarship helped me with financial aid and gave me real life experience with Mortenson while still in school."
Henry Cacique, Mortenson Scholar
“Receiving [the Ryan] scholarship means everything to me. It provides an opportunity that many people don’t have. It feels incredible to have this level of support and serves as a strong motivator, knowing that so many important people are invested in my future.”
Osvaldo Hidalgo Peralta, Ryan Scholar

 

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

  • Graduating senior (class of 2025) from a partner high school in Minnesota or Dunwoody Pathways to Careers participant
  • Planning to start college full-time in Fall 2025 at Dunwoody College of Technology with a degree in:
    • Construction Project Management
    • Architectural Drafting and Design​ (Mortenson only)
  • ​Minimum 2.0 GPA (unweighted)
  • Demonstrated financial need
    • ​Priority will be given to Pell-eligible applicants and those with significant financial need
  • Interested in working at Mortenson or Ryan and legally authorized to work in the United States

    *Ryan Companies' financial aid requires recipient to pay a minimum of $1,000/year in financial aid.

With the Wallin Construction Pathway, you will get the support you need to achieve your dreams. You will earn your degree, gain valuable work experience, and launch your career with top companies in the industry.


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