Voter Resources

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Your voice matters and voting is one of the most impactful ways to make it heard. Voting is not just a civic duty; it's a way to influence the decisions that will impact your community, your career, and the country. Don鈥檛 let others decide your future鈥攙ote and be part of the change!

Where to Vote

Check upcoming elections sites for your address using the .

Logo for ALL IN - Silver Campus for 2022 Midterm Election with 30-39% Voting Rate, Excellence in Student Voter EngagementPrimary Election Day is Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Minnesota provides you with three voting options:

  1. Vote in person. You can vote on August 11 at your polling place. Polls are open 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
  2. Vote by mail. Your absentee ballot must be received by mail by Election Day or it will not be counted. Return your ballot by mail or package delivery service (such as FedEx or UPS). You can also return your absentee ballot  by 8:00 p.m. on election day to the election office that sent your ballot. You cannot drop off your absentee ballot at your polling place on Election Day.
  3. Vote early in person. You can vote before Election Day at an .  

If you have not registered to vote and meet , you can register in person at an early voting location before Election Day or at your polling place on Election Day by providing proof of residence. If you have any questions, contact your campus voting coordinator for more information.

Register to Vote

Unlike many states, you can wait until Election Day to register in Minnesota. However, we encourage you to register before Election Day鈥攊t will save you time at the polling place.

  • The deadline to  is Tuesday, July 21, 11:59 p.m., 21 days before Election Day.
  • The deadline to  is Tuesday, July 21, 5:00 p.m., 21 days before Election Day. 
  • Otherwise, you can  at your polling place.

SCC Student Voter Engagement Activities

Student Life at the college provides information and activities focused on the 2024 election. You learn more in the D2L Student Lounge ()

Who Can Vote?

To vote in Minnesota, you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old on Election Day, and a resident of Minnesota for at least 20 days. If you had a felony conviction, you can vote if you are not currently incarcerated, even if you are on probation or parole.

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Other States Voter Registration Information:

SCC Campus Vote Coordinator

Dr. Judy Endres
Vice President of Student Affairs
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507-389-7351