The Following Scholarships are Available to C-1 Students:
**Printable Application Form test
**Dates & Amounts may vary year to year
**It is the student's responsibility to pick up or download the scholarship application and complete the forms as instructed. There will be
directions on the application as to what to do with the completed application. Some applications are available in the counseling office from
Mrs. Hobbs or Miss. Barnes. Scholarships are updated weekly. New entries and changes to scholarships are highlighted in red.
Due Date
Scholarship
Requirements/Remarks
Amount
Varies
National Cooperative
Fisheries Scholarship
The Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB)
http://www.uaex.edu/aqfi/ in cooperation with the United States Geological Survey – Biological Resources
Division (USGS-BRD) are offering competitive 4-year full undergraduate scholarships to qualified high school
seniors. Selected students will be part of the UAPB-USGS National Cooperative Fisheries Scholarship (NCFS)
program, the goal of which is to train culturally diverse students for careers in fisheries biology and natural
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resources management and conservation. For further information or to apply contact: Ms. Denise Haynes,
Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Mail Slot 4912, Pine Bluff, AR 71601, Phone: (870) 575-8107 Haynes),or 8968 ( Main departmental number),
Fax: (870) 575-4637, E-Mail: dhaynes@uaex.edu
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Marguerite Ross Barnett
Memorial Scholarship
Need-based scholarship for students who are employed while attending a postsecondary school part-time
Varies
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Access Missouri
Undergraduate student enrolled full time, an EFC of $12,000 or less
Varies
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Vietnam Veteran
Survivor Grant & Public
Safety Officer or
Empolyee's Child
Survivor Grant
Eligibility criteria available at www.dhe.mo.gov
Varies
Varies
AFS Intercultural
Programs
Study abroad – many different areas
Varies
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Christian Colleges
Scholarship Drawing
Log onto www.christianconnector.com to be automatically entered in the scholarship drawing
$2,500
Varies
Free Scholarships for
Minorities
200 different scholarships for minorities. All with different due dates. http://www.blackexcel.org/200Scholarships.html
Varies
Varies
DeVry University
Scholarships
variety of scholarships available www.devry.edu/scholarships
$1,000 +
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Alice Madden Barton
Cosmetology School
pursuing a career in cosmetology or barbering
Varies
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Northwest Missouri State Only accepted online at www.nwmissouri.edu
University (NWMSU)
Scholarships
Varies
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Central Methodist Univ.
Academic Scholarships
Varies
Varies
Central Methodist Univ.
2.75 GPA, ACT 20-24, extra-curricular. See counselor
Achievement Scholarship
Varies
Varies
Central Methodist Univ.
Leadership Scholarship
Leadership and service. See counselor
Varies
Varies
National Merit
Scholarship
PSAT score & SAT score. See counselor
$2,000
Varies
Central Methodist Univ
Talent Scholarship
Outstanding talent in athletics, cheerleading, drama, etc. See counselor for more information
Varies
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Southeast Missouri State
University (SEMSU)several
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St. Louis UniversityAssorted
Scholarship/Grants
Financial need, admission to SLU. Private University
Varies
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Missouri State University
(MSU) Departmental
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Missouri S&T
Departmental
Scholarships
Varies. Contact UMR admissions/ financial aid office www.mst.edu
Varies
October 1March 31
U.S. Bank Internet
Scholarship
Selected through a random drawing process. Student plan to attend a four year college in a full-time course of
study. There is a scholarship search on this website http://www.usbank.com/scholarship
$1,000
High achievement, top 10%. See counselor
Varies. Contact particular department at SWMSU. www.missouristate.edu
Varies
October 1-May CollegeSTEPS Program One hundred high school seniors will be randomly selected to receive a tuition prize. Monthly drawings
1
Scholarship Sweepstakes October -May. Sign up at www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps
$1,000
The National Federation
October 1-Dec. of Independent Business
15
(NFIB) Young
Entrepreneur Award
$1,000
October 1 –
January 13
National Multiple
Sclerosis Society
Scholarship Program
Demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit and initiative through examples such as starting his/her own business,
participating in organization such as: DECA, Junior Achievement, FBLA, FFA, NFTE, etc. Not based on
financial need. www.NFIB.com/YEA Access key-NFIB
High school seniors who have MS or who have a parent with MS; or high school (or GED) graduates of any
age who have MS or who have a parent with MS can apply. Plan to attend a post secondary school for the first $1,000-$3,000
time. Applications done online only. http://www.nationalMSsociety.org/scholarship
October 19January 30
ACT Poster Concept
Contest
November 5
Foundation for Individual
Rights in Education
High School Senior, 700-1200 word essay, http://www.thefire.org/contests
(FIRE) Essay Contest
$1,000-$5,000
November 9
MO School Board
Association -John T.
Belcher Memorial
Scholarship
All seniors can apply. Nomination only. School may submit one nominee. 500 word essay. See counselor
information and questions.
http://www.msbafuturebuilders.org/documents/Belcher_Fillable%20Information%20Form.pdf
$750-$1,500
2.5 or higher GPA, Work 10 hrs per week, 40 weeks per year, Activities, Community Service, Financial
need. http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/
$1,000
Must have attended as a junior & seniors in high school, 3.5 GPA, ACT of 23 or higher, have an unmet
financial need of $2000 or more. http://www.hsfmo.org
$2,000-$10,000
November 15- Burger King Scholars
Jan. 10
Foundation Award
Design a poster that encourages other students to attend college and to take the ACT as their college entrance
exam. http://www.actstudent.org/postercontest
November 15
The Hagan Scholarship
Foundation
November 15
Blue River Community
Junior or senior in good standing, take 3 hour college course Jan. - May, 2.0 or higher GPA required. Must be
College (MCC) Partners
received by deadline date. http://www.mcckc.edu
in Excellence Program
November 15- National FFA Collegiate
February 15
Scholarship
$5,000
$250
Submitted electronically, required signature page must be mailed. http://www.ffa.org - Click on
“Scholarship” link.
Varies
November 15
St. Louis College of
Pharmacy Faculty
Memorial Scholarship
Competitive exam.
$1,500
November 15
St. Louis College of
Pharmacy Presidential
Scholarship
Upper 1/3 and ACT 26+
$1,500
November 15
UMKC Trustee's
Scholars Program
Top 5% of class, 3.5 GPA, ACT 30/need 2 of 3 criteria
Full Fees 4 yrs.
(room 4 yrs, $500
books each year,
$10,000-$14,000)
November 21
American Civil Liberties
Passion for civil liberties, GPA 3.0 or above, financial need, local ACLU affiliate must nominate the student
Union Youth Activist
and submit application. www.aclukswmo.org
Scholarship (ACLU)
$12,500
November 21
ACLU Tensie and
Charles Oldfather Youth
Activist Scholarship
Passion for civil liberties, GPA 3.0 or above, financial need, local ACLU affiliate must nominate the student
and submit application. www.aclukswmo.org
$2,000
November 28
The Chapel of Four
Chaplains Annual Essay
Contest
Seniors only. For essay topic and guidelines, visit the website www.fourchaplains.org
$300 - $1,000
November 30
Miss Cheerleader of
American Tuition
Scholarship
open to grades 9-12, do not have to be currently cheerleading, not based on financial
need www.misscheerleaderofamerica.com
Varies
November 30
American Legion
Oratorical Contest
Any student in grades 9-12 under the age of 20. Topic varies from year to year. See counselor or speech
teacher for more information http://www.missourilegion.org/programs/oratorical.htm
$1,400-$18,000
November 28
Missouri Show-Me
Chapter, Soil and Water
Conservation Society
Major in a conservation or natural resource-related field such as soil science, land use planning, forestry,
wildlife management and many others. http://swcs.missouri.edu
$1000-$1500
November 30
Staats Awards &
Missouri Association of
Fairs & Festivals Past
Presidents Scholarship
Program
Minimum 2.5 GPA, 2 page essay, Essay, 2 letters of recommendation, applications available through M.A.F.F.
$1,000
member fair boards or in the counselor's office.
November 30
Sons of the American
Contestants shall be in the sophomore, junior or senior grade of the contest year. See counselor for more
Revolution Knight Essay
information.
Contest
$500-$2,000
December 1February 8
KFC Colonel's Scholars
Program
GPA of 2.75 or higher, financial need, plan to pursue a bachelor's degree, public college within their state of
legal residence, demonstrate financial need. www.kfcscholars.org
$5,000 per year
December 1
The Missouri Retired
Teachers Foundation
(MRTF) Scholarship
Want to become a teacher, Missouri resident www.morta.org
$1,000
December 1
Council for America's
First Freedom Student
Competition
9-12 grade, Essay on religious freedom, its history, current importance and relevance in their
lives. http://competition.firstfreedomcenter.org
$750-$3,000
Top 3%, ACT 30 or SAT V77O/M770. Awarded through state of MO
$2,000
MO Higher Education
Dec. 1-July 31 Scholarship (Bright
Flight)
December 1
UMC George C. Brooks
Scholarship
Minority student, 25 ACT, Top 25% of class. No application - based on admissions application.
$7,500
December 1
UMC Diversity Award
Minority student, selected on class rank, test score, and leadership. No application - based on admissions
application.
$2,500
December 1
SAE Engineering
Engineering or related science major, 3.2 GPA, ACT, top 15% of class
$1,000
December 1
Univ. MO-Columbia
(UMC) Departmental &
other general
Scholarships
See counselor for more information
Varies
December 1
US Service Academies
Congressional nomination, academics, extra-curricular. Request further information from counselor
Full ride
December 1
UMC Curators Scholar
Award
28 ACT and Top 5% of class or top 5 in class
$3,500
December 1
UMC Excellence
27 ACT and top 15% of class
$1,500
December 1
NWMSU-Charles
Hawkins Accounting
Scholarship & Karen
Hawkins Memorial
Accounting Scholarship
Plan on majoring in accounting. Freshmen year only.
$250
December 1
NWMSU Booth College
of Business &
Professional Studies
Scholarship
Major in one of the following: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business Education, International Business,
Office Information Systems, Computer Management Systems, Broadcasting, Journalism, Agriculture,
Marketing, Management, or Computer Science.
$2,250 - nonrenewable
December 2
Principal's Leadership
Award
Leadership, top 20%, school nominates one senior. www.nassp.org/PLA
$1,000
December 7
AFS Awards for
Excellence Scholarships
Must be nominated by a teacher, counselor or principal. Have GPA of 3.5 or better, leadership, and community
Varies
involvement. www.afs.org/usa
December 9
The Dr. Donald M. Suggs
minority student with ACT of 27 or above planning to University of Missouri-Columbia
Scholarship
$10,000
December 12
FRED Leadership
Through Learning
Program
trip to Washington
December 12
The Chapel of Four
Seniors only. One project per school is permitted. 6 people and 1 faculty member per team. The team
Chaplains Annual Project identifies a problem of need in their community of in the United States. Examples: alcohol/drug abuse,
Lifesaver Scholarships
homelessness, disaster relief. For more information go to www.fourchaplains.org or see the counselor.
$750 - $1,000
December 15
Missouri Junior Chamber Selection based on academics and leadership aptitude, but also special emphasis for demonstrating leadership
International (JCI) Senate aptitude for the future. Award winner’s applications are forwarded to the US Junior Chamber International
Scholarship
Senate for possible selection for an additional $1,000 scholarship. http://www.mojcisenate.org
$250
December 15
The Hispanic Scholarship
www.hsf.net
Fund
Varies
December 1
AXA Achievement
Scholarship Program
$10,000-25,000
Juniors - Opportunity for rural youth to discover Washington, D.C. Week's paid expenses in our nation's
capital to learn about the federal government, American History and the telecommunications
industry. www.fred.org
Well-rounded, determined to succeed and have achieved excellence outside the classroom - at a job, sport or
extracurricular activity. To download an application www.axa-achievement.com
December 15
NWMSU Presidential
Scholarship of Merit
Admissions Index of 185 or above, resume, essay, letters of recommendation. Online only.
in state fees +
room and meals
December 31
The Conservation
Foundation of Missouri
Ed Stegner Natural
Resource Scholarships
Assist students in five areas of natural resource management: fisheries, forestry, wildlife, parks and recreation
$1,000
and soil and water conservation. Plan to enroll in Missouri college or university, financial need
December 31
Thomson Peterson's
Scholarship Giveaway
Anyone 13 years or older who registers will be automatically entered. To register: visit
www.petersons.com/studentnetworks Select the first option: I have received an ID Code and Password for the
Competitive or Regional Colleges student online survey from my High School Guidance Counselor. Use the
$5,000
following code and passwords to log in: Your high school code: 261400, Regional Colleges Password: HGCRG, Competitive Colleges Password: HGC-CC
December 31
Excellence through
Ethics Essay Contest
Seniors, 500 word essay. For rules and info go to http://www.ja.org/ethics?ethics_essay_enter.shtml
$5,000
January 1
National Wild Turkey
Federation Conservation
Scholarships
Seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or better, copy of current hunting license required, school activities, community
service, leadership, essay and autobiography, 3 letters of recommendation. See counselor for application.
www.nwtf.org
$250-$1,000
January 2
United States Junior
Grants to seniors planning on furthering their education. Grant must be used for educational expenses in the
Chamber International
first year of full-time study. Application online at http://www.mojcisenate.org/forms.html or
(JCI) Senate Foundation
http://tinyurl.com/62j4rt
Scholarship Program
January 7
JFK: Profile in Courage
Essay Contest
U.S. high school student, write a 1000 word or less essay, subject must be an elected official in the U.S. who
served after 1956 and must demonstrate an understanding of Pres. Kennedy’s definition of political courage.
www.jfklibrary.org
$500-$5000
Jan. 8-April 30
Nelnet Scholarship
Drawing
Drawings held monthly through April. Can enter everyday for better chance. Open to high school juniors and
seniors. www.nelnet.com/win
$1,000-$25,000
January 9
The Chapel of Four
Chaplains National Art
Contest
Seniors only. Any form of flat art, except photography, is eligible. Artwork must reflect the theme "Making
the World a Better Place Through Service and Sacrifice". For more information go to www.fourchaplains.org
or see the counselor.
$500 - $1,000
January 9
KMBC-TV/Hy-Vee
Scholar Athlete Awards
3.0 GPA, athlete, can nominate up to five outstanding seniors
$1,000
January 11
Gates Millennium
Scholar
available to entering Hispanic American, African American, Asian American and Native American first year
students, 3.3 GPA, leadership skills, significant financial need www.gmsp.org
Varies
January 12
National and Local Elks
Lodge Scholarships
Financial need, leadership and scholarship
$1,000-$60,000
January 13
CME Pork Industry
Scholarship Program
pursue a career in the pork industry, enter a two-year swine program or four-year college of agriculture, letter,
essay, references http://www.nppc.org/CMEPPorkIndustryScholarshipProgram.pdf
$2,500
$1,000
January14
National Honor Society
Scholarship
Leadership, activities. See National Honor Society sponsor for application. Only 2 senior applicants per
school.
January 15
FRED Foundation for
Rural Education and
Development
1 letter from OPASTCO member, 1 letter of recommendation, 250-750 word typed essay, statement of financial
need, description of plans after school, list of school/community activities (awards,
$500-$5,000
clubs) http://www.fred.org/scholarships.html or http://www.fred.org/pdfs/2010scholarship.pdf
January 15
Washington Crossing
Foundation Scholarship
Career in government service, essay. Must be received by Jan. 15. For additional information and an
application go to www.gwcf.org
January 15
USDA 1890 National
Scholars Program
GPA of 3.0 or better, at least a 21 ACT or combined verbal and math score of 1000 or more on the SAT, attend
on of the seventeen 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Institutions, study agriculture, food, or other related
Full ride
disciplines, demonstrate leadership and community service. http://1890Scholars.Program.USDA.gov.
January 15
Charles B. Bell
Conservation Scholarship
$1,000
$1,000-$5,000
http://www.confedmo.org
$250-$600
Click on About CFM, then Scholarships
Top 10% + 30 ACT or 1320 SAT. Renewable. See counselor for application.
January 15
Missouri State
University (MSU)
Presidential Scholarship
January 15
Truman State University
Scholarships-automatic,
competitive &
Departmental
January 15
Phi Delta Kappa
Education major, academics, essay, recommendations, school & community activities. www.pdkintl.org
International Scholarship
$1,000-$5,000
January 15
Mid America Mensa
Education & Research
Foundation Scholarships
Essay presenting academic, vocational and career goals. http://www.mensafoundation.org/scholarships
$100 - $1,000
January 15
Oh, The Places You’ll
Go! College Scholarship
Essay – www.ohtheplaces.org
$5,000
January 17
Missouri Industry
Scholarship
attend a 2 year technical college, essay, school can submit one applicant
$500
January 17
Normans Jewelry &
Bridal Shoppe
Scholarship
Junior and senior students, Must register in person at Normans to be entered in the drawing - 1st drawing will
be Jan 17, 2009, 2nd drawing will be April 30, 2009.
$500
January 23
NCGA Academic
Must be entering at least your second undergraduate year at a junior college, college or university, be pursuing
Excellence in Agriculture a degree in agricultural, agribusiness, or an ag vocation field, must be an NCGA member or son/daughter of an $1,000
Scholarship Program
NCGA member
Fees, room, board
Based on application for admission
$1,000- Full Ride
January 25
The McKelvey
Foundation
Entrepreneurial
Scholarship
High school seniors who have demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit by owning and operating their own business
while in high school. www.mckelveyfoundation.org Click on Entrepreneurial Scholarship
up to $10,000
January 31
John Dennis Scholarship
Students planning to major in criminal justice. Must attend a Missouri College or University. GPA of 2.0 or
higher. See counselor for more information.
$1,000
January 31
Sam Walton Community
ACT, GPA 2.5 or better, need, activities. Can not be an employee or the son or daughter of an
Scholarship
employee. Applicant must have Higginsville Wal-Mart store number to apply. www.walmartfoundation.org
Program/Wal-Mart
$1,000
January 31
Discover Card Tribute
Award
Junior, 2.75 GPA or higher. Demonstrate accomplishments in 3 areas on community service, special talents,
leadership. www.discoverfinancial.com/community
$2,500-$25,000
January 31
NSSAR George S. &
Stella M. Knight Essay
Contest
grades 10-12, Essay associated with the American Revolution, The Declaration of Independence or the Framing
$500
of the United States Constitution. http://www.sar.org/youth/knightrl.htm
January 31
Missouri Society of
Accounting degree (or its equivalent), attend Missouri College, academic achievement, leadership potential,
CPAs/LEAP Scholarship
and a written "viewpoint". www.leap-forward.com
Program
$500
January 31
Union Plus Education
Foundation Union Plus
Scholarship Program
Anyone whose parent is a member of a union and their union participates in the Union Plus
Program. www.unionplus.org
$500-$4000
January 31
MO Society of
Professional Engineers
Scholarships
3.0 GPA; ACT score, etc. Engineering major; - Must have Adobe Acrobat to view and print.
http://www.mspe.org Click on “Educational Foundation" and "To provide Scholarships"
$1,500
January 31
Beta Sigma Phi
member or child or grandchild of a member
International Scholarship
$1,000
February 1
KMZU “Radio” Don
Sibley Memorial
Scholarship
Pursue a career in broadcasting. Provide complete application, personal statement and an audio or video
submission between 3 and 5 minutes on why you want to pursue a career in broadcasting.
$1,500
February 1
Park University Park
McAfee Scholarship
Must have a 3.75 GPA or above and an ACT score of 28. http://www.park.edu/admissions/mcafee.pdf or
http://www.park.edu/admissions/freshman.pdf
100% tuition
100% room &
board
February 1
Missouri Conservation
Agents Association
Scholarship
Pursing a degree in Biology, Wildlife Management, Forestry, Fisheries, Ecology, Agriculture, Criminal Justice
or a field of study closely related to the preceding subjects. GPA of 2.5 or above, transcript, essay.
www.moagent.com
$500
February 1
USDA/1890 National
Scholars Program
Attend one of the eighteen 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Institutions, study agriculture, food, or natural
Varies
resource sciences and related majors, have GPA of 3.0 or above http://www.ascr.usda.gov/1890programs.html
Leadership in Community & School activities. Application available at retail stores.
http://www.tylenol.com/scholarship
February 1
Tylenol Scholarship Fund
$1,000-$10,000
February 1
Missouri State Fair Youth
Must have participated in the Missouri State Fair as a youth exhibitor in the FFA or 4-H divisions, be an active
in Agriculture
$,1000
4-H or FFA member at the time the scholarship is awarded www.mostatefair.com
Scholarship
February 1
UMKC Institute for
Urban Education
Scholarship
Majoring in Elementary Education or Middle School Math/Science. Have to make commitment to teach in an
urban district upon graduation.
$33,000 over 4
years
February 1
NWMSU Louise Smith
Gillis Family &
Consumer Science
Freshmen Scholarship
Beginning freshman majoring in a family and consumer sciences program. Renewable for up to 8
trimesters. 3.5 GPA and essay
$3,750 per
trimester or total
$30,000
February 1
MSU Multicultural
Leadership Scholarship
Top 50% of class. Leadership in multicultural activities. Need not be minority student. See counselor for
application.
$4,275
February 1
ESA (Epsilon Sigma
Alpha) Foundation
Scholarship
3.0 GPA or upper 25% of class or 22 ACT, 2 letters of recommendation, essay, $5 processing
fee. www.esaintl.com/esaf
$500-$1,500
February 1
Northwest Missouri State
University Freshman
Online only, resume, essay, 3 letters of recommendation, major in one of the areas awarding departmental
Departmental
awards
Scholarships
Varies
February 1
NWMSU Martin Luther
King Jr. Scholarship
Underrepresented ethnic group, online only, resume, 2 essays, letters of recommendation
$5,000
February 1
NWMSU MO Boys or
Girls State
Online only, resume, essay, letters of recommendation
$500
February 1
NWMSU Multicultural
Leadership
Underrepresented ethnic group, online only, resume, 2 essays, letters of recommendation
$750-$2,000
February 1
UCM President's
Scholarship
Top 25% and ACT22, Renewable, Completion of the Mo College Preparatory Studies
Certificate www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
$1,000
February 1
UCM Distinguished
Scholars Award
28 ACT, Top 5 % of class, competition www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Full ride appx.
$9,000
February 1
UCM High School
Recognition Award
Top 25% of class & 20 ACT www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
$500
February 1
UCM Academic
Excellence
20 ACT & Valedictorian or Salutatorian or top 25% of class & 25 ACT www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
$1,500
February 1
UCM University Scholar
28 ACT, Top 5% of class or 3.75 GPA www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Award
$4,050
February 1
MU- Robert J. Trulaske
Sr. Scholarship
Business major, 4 years, outside the top 10% of class, ACT score in the 22-27 range, FAFSA must be
completed. Can start applying Oct. 1 http://www.business.missouri.edu/scholarships
$7,000
February 1
UMC Ponder Minority
Scholarship
Minority students who are pursuing a Business or Accountancy degree, based on class rank, ACT/SAT score,
GPA, financial need, ethnicity, and geographic location. http://business.missouri.edu/1656/default.aspx
$5,000
February 1
Have an interest in retail, ACT of 27 to 36 range, top 10% of class, completion of the FAFSA. If receive this
UMC Walton Scholarship
scholarship-required to work a part-time job in the retail
in Business
industry. http://business.missouri.edu/1656/default.aspx
$7,000
February 1
Careers in Agriculture
Scholarship
2/4 yr agronomy or related crop production curriculum. Demonstrate leadership abilities & academic
performance. Applications can be downloaded at http://www.agrisolutionsinfo.com
$1,000
February 1
James L. and Nellie M.
Westlake Scholarship
Program
Missouri resident, graduating high school senior OR have completed one or two full years at a Missouri
community college and is planning to transfer to a four year college or university, GPA of 2.5 or higher, family
Varies
adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less. TYPE IN THE FOLLOWING LINK
www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/westlake OR SEE COUNSELOR FOR MORE INFO
February 2
U.M.C. Alumni
Scholarship
Essay, upper 20% of class or ACT 26 or higher. http://www.mizzou.com/scholarship
$500 - $5,000
February 4
National Peace Essay
Contest
Anyone in grades 9-12, 1500 word essay, contest winners receive money for their college or university
studies. www.usip.org/ed/npec
up to $10,000
February 4
National Rural Education
Association (NREA)
Grades 9-12. For application go to www.nrea.net/events.htm
Essay Contest
$200-$400
February 4
Ottawa University
Presidential Scholars
Scholarship
up to full tuition
February 7
Students participating in a nontraditional program at any Missouri public community college or Linn State
Breaking Traditions NonTechnical College. Questionnaire and short
Traditional Scholarship
essay. http://missouricareereducation.org/project/btaward/index.html
up to full tuition
February 10
MSU Art and Design
Scholarship
Varies
February 11
Hispanic Heritage Youth Hispanic heritage, minimum of 2.75 GPA, recommendation, personal
Awards
statement. www.HispanicHeritageAwards.org/youth.php
$2,000+
February 11
Ray-Carroll County
Grain Growers
Scholarship
Only children or grandchildren of Ray-Carroll members are eligible for this scholarship. Must be received in
the Richmond office by the deadline date.
Varies
February 12
MO Corn Growers
Association Scholarship
must be MO resident from a MO farm or rural area, major in agronomy or related subject www.mocorn.org
$750
3.5 GPA, 25 ACT, rank in upper 1/3 of class
portfolio, 3 letters of reference
February 15
The National CO-OP
Scholarship Program
Have GPA of 3.5 or better, be accepted to one of the National Commission Partner Institution, Essay. www.co$6,000
op.edu
February 15
Missouri State Fair
Scholarship
Exhibitor at State Fair in FFA or 4-H. Types of exhibits include livestock, FFA Building exhibits and FFA
Hams, agriculture. www.mostatefair.com
$1,000-$2,500
February 15
Cargill Community
Scholarship Program
Seniors, attend 2 or 4 year college or university, Do not have to be in FFA to apply. Application online only.
Must get a Cargill employee's signature on application. www.cargill.com - link in lower right-hand
corner and enter the keyword: scholarship and at http://www.ffa.org/
$1,000
February 15
UCM Achievement
Awards
Departmental Awards for potential in major- www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
$200-$600
February 15
Minority Teaching
Scholarship
rank in top 25% of class & 75%ile ACT, attend college/ University in MO, be enrolled in teacher education
program.
$3,000
February 15
National FFA Agriculture FFA Members, Ag related majors, see counselor for booklet or go to www.ffa.org
Scholarships
the “Scholarship” link.
February 15
Best Buy @15
Scholarship Program
Solid grades, involved in volunteer community service or work experience www.bestbuy.com/scholarships or
$1,000
www.at15.com
February 15
National Farmers Union
Foundation Hubert K
Seymour Scholarship
Essay, two letters of recommendation, Farmers Union member. http://nfu.org/wpcontent/hubert_seymour_application.pdf, click on education, then scholarship programs.
$2,000
February 1
AXA Achievement
Community Scholarship
Demonstrated outstanding achievement in activities in school, community, or the work place. www.axaachievement.com
$2,000
February 15
Monsanto/National
Association of Farm
Broadcasting
Commitment to
Agriculture Scholarship
18 ACT, Farm family, career in Agriculture, engaged in production agriculture www.monsanto.com or
www.nafb.com or www.ffa.org
$1,500
February 15
Cooperative Education
Scholarship Program
GPA 3.0 or better, one page resume, one page essay, must be accepted and plan to enroll for the academic year
at one of the following National Commission Member Colleges. www.co-op.edu or contact College of the
Ozarks.
$2,500
February 17
DEKALB Ag Youth
Scholarship
Pursuing agricultural-related degrees and demonstrate strong leadership skills and community
involvement. FFA membership is not required to be eligible. http://scholarships.ffa.org
$2,500
Click on “Programs,” then
Varies
February 20
All-USA High School
Academic Team
Scholarship Program
Unique academic project description. Requires essay describing project www.allstars.usatoday.com
$2,500
February 23
UCM Math and
Computers Scholarships
Academic Achievement. Math or computer majors www.math-cs.ucmo.edu/scholarships
Varies
February 25
Central MO District
Secondary Principals'
Association Scholarship
Principal is member of CMDSPA. Must be middle or secondary education major. One applicant per school.
$500-$1,000
February 25
Upromise Scholarship
GPA 3.0, must be Upromise member - if not join for free and apply for scholarship www.upromise.com
$2,500
February 25
John and Kathryn English Minimum ACT 20, 4-H membership at time of graduation, interview, 2.75
Memorial Scholarship
GPA. Local. www.westcentralelectric.coop **click on youth programs
$1,000
February 28
Missouri Association of
Building Officials &
Inspectors Memorial
Scholarship(MABOI)
Major that the committee deems beneficial to the organization such as code technology, engineering,
architecture and fire science. 2 letters of recommendation, essay. http://www.maboi.com
$1,000
February 28
The GAR Scholarship
3.5 GPA, have financial need, are dependent children of employees who have or had a career in the financial
services industry www.gordonrich.org
$12, 500
February 28
EF Educational Tours
Global Citizens Awards
& Scholarships
Sophomores or Juniors. Essay, application can be downloaded - http://www.eftours.com/globalcitizen - Ten
day expenses paid educational tour of Europe.
$1,000
February 28
UNCF/Cargill
Scholarships
Minority student, be enrolled at a UNCF institution, or school specified by Cargill, at least a 3.0 GPA, financial
$5,000
need
February 28
Hall Family Scholarship
Program
from employee at Hallmark, Top 1/3 of class, SAT/ACT
February 28
Charles Lyons Memorial Academics, extra-curricular, financial need. Local; more than one awarded. Get required original from the
Scholarship
counselor's office.
$1,000
February 29
Missouri Journalism &
Poster Contest
anyone in grades 7-12, write a report or draw a poster. The theme is available on the website. The top three
students in each category will win either cash prizes or savings bonds. www.gcd.oa.mo.gov
$100-$500
open to all seniors-submit form online www.53EducationLending.com/TheRoad
$530
March 1-May 3 The Road Sweepstakes
March 1
Rotary District 6040 4Seniors only, Speech on merits of 4-way test www.rotary.org/newsroom/rotarian/0401/ethics.html
Way Test Speech Contest
March 1
Berri Mitchell Memorial
AAFA-KC College
Scholarship
up to $1,500
March 1
Seniors that have a history of asthma and allergies, have succeeded academically, and have shown an interest in
$2,000
school and the community.
March 1
CHELSEA LEANN
GUILFORD
SCHOLARSHIP
Student at Lafayette Co. C-1 or Lexington High School, GPA of 2.5 or higher, Financial Need, letter of
recommendation
Varies
March 1
MSTA Central Regions
Teachers Association
Student Scholarship
Senior planning a career in education, good character and good scholarship and an aptitude for college, essay,
resume, 1 letter of recommendation.
$500
March 1
Missouri State Promise
Scholarship
Missouri resident, meet admissions requirements, apply for admission by March 1, submit the FAFSA by
March 31, total household income at or below federal poverty level. www.missouristate.edu/promise
Tuition & feels for
30 credit hours and
an $800 per year
book allowance
March 1
FCS Financial
Scholarship Program
Must be a relative (child or grandchild) of FCS Financial customer. Applications available online at
www.myfcsfinancial.com
$1,000
March 1
American Chemical
Designed to encourage African- American, Hispanic, and Native American students to pursue degrees in
Society Scholars Program chemical science. 100 scholarships will be given. http://chemistry.org/scholars
$2, 500
March 1
M S&T Vernon A. C.
Gevecker Memorial
Scholarship
senior male planning to Missouri University of Science & Technology, GPA of 3.2 or better, academic merit,
extra-curricular involvement, community service, work experience, leadership, and character.
$500
March 1
Cargill Global Exchange
Fund Scholarships
Between ages 15-18, academic achievement, leadership, community service, want to learn about other cultures,
Varies
interested in year or semester exchange program. www.AFSCargillScholars.org
March 1
NSPE Educational
Foundation Maureen L.
& Howard N. Blitman,
P.E., Scholarship
high school senior, member of an ethnic minority: African-American, Hispanic, or Native American, major in
field of engineering, GPA, community involvement
$5,000
March 1
Donna Reed Performing
Arts Scholarship
Students majoring in Acting, Musical Theatre, Vocal. www.donnareed.org
$4,000
March 1
National School Plant
High School senior or freshman, sophomore, junior in college, based on ACT, school activities, essay, 2 letters
Management Association of recommendation. www.NSPMA.com
March 1
Missouri School Plant
Managers Association
To assist students seeking further education in facilities maintenance related fields. This training includes but is
not limited to: Electrical; heating, ventilating, and Air Conditioning, Automated HVAC Control Systems,
$500
Plumbing and Carpentry. Recommended by a member of the Missouri School Plant Managers Association
from our school. http://www.MSPMA.com
March 1
Governor's Council on
Disability's Journalism
and Poster Contest
Open to all students in grades 7-12. Each year has a theme for the contest. You can either write a paper or
design a poster. For guidelines go to <http://www.dolir.state.mo.us/gcd/index.htm>
$500 - $1, 000
March 1
MO Assoc. Mutual
ACT, GPA, Financial need, extra-curricular. Must attend Missouri 2 or 4 year college.
$1,000
$500-$1,500
Insurance Companies
March 1
UMKC Curators Scholar
Top 5% of class, 28 ACT
Award
$3,500
March 1
UMKC Chancellors
Scholar Award
Top 10% of class or 23 ACT
$1,500
March 1
UMKC Undergraduate
Award
Top 25% of class
$1,000
March 1
MSU Scholarships Board
of Governors, Academic Based on application for admission
& Recognition
$1,000-$4,275
March 1
UMC Sam Walton
Scholarship
Attend Mizzou, Business Major., work in retailing, Renewable for 4 years. FAFSA must be mailed by
2/14. www.business.missouri.edu
$6,375
March 1
UMKC Talent Scholars
Housing Award
Top 10% of class, leadership
$3,500
March 1
UCM Roy D Geary
Scholarship
Be a graduate of Lafayette Co C-1 High School or Holden High School, GPA of 2.0 or above, demonstrate
financial need http://www.ucmo.edu/foundation/scholarships/documents/misc/geary.pdf
Varies
March 1
UCM Department of
Chemistry and Physics
Achievement Award
Major in either chemistry or physics. See application for what science majors fall under this
umbrella. http://www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM Alumni Legacy
Scholarship
Child or grandchild of alumnus, 3.0 GPA. Character, leadership,
achievement www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
$500
March 1
UCM
NFS-Mathematics and
Computer Science
Scholar
student majoring in computer science, actuarial science or mathematics, financial need, 3.2 GPA or above, ACT
$4,000
24, preference given to women, minorities or students with disabilities. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
March 1
UCM Aquila Scholarship
senior attending high school served by Aquila, rank in upper 25% of class, parent/guardian is residential or
commercial Aquila customer, 300 word essay www.cmsu.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM Leadership Award
Attend Boys or Girls State www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
$1,000
March 1
UCM
Mildred I. Harmon
Scholarship
Missouri resident, plan to pursue a degree in Computer Science or Electronics, minimum ACT of 23, earned 3
units of math and/or computer science in high school. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM
Thelma French
Kappelman Scholarship
Student with a handicap disability. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM Mary Anne
Kennedy Mathematics
Scholarship
March 1
UCM Beta Sigma Psi - Pi
Religious affiliation with the Lutheran Church, minimum 3.0 GPA, Demonstrates good character, leadership
Chapter Alumni
and service. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Scholarship
Varies
March 1
UCM
Joseph Ezra Roop
Memorial Scholarship
minimum 3.25 GPA, interested in journalism or genealogy, financial need will be
considered www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM Stahl Specialty
Scholarship
Minimum 3.0 GPA, be worthy, deserving and of good moral character, promise of leadership and academic
ability in one of the fields of Technology www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM
World War II Memorial
Scholarship
Rank in upper 15% of class, show promise of leadership and service, financial need will be
considered www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM
Paul E. & Marjorie C.
Carson Music
Scholarship
show promise of leadership and academic ability in the field of instrumental music, audition information
available at www.ucmo.edu/musicauditions
Varies
March 1
UCM Don Essig
Memorial Scholarship
Audition and be accepted as a participant in the UCM Marching Band audition information available at
www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM Frank and Barbara pursue a degree in Music, audition and be accepted as a member of UCM band or orchestra, primary
Fendorf Scholarship in
performance instrument in brass, woodwind or percussion, minimum of 3.0 GPA, audition information
Music
available at www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
March 1
UCM Ona Ada Tipton
Steffen Scholarship
incoming female freshman, degree in teacher education, good character, leadership and service, preference will
Varies
be given to students who are residents of rural Missouri www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
March 1
UCM Katherine H.
Wilson Scholarship
pursuing a degree in teacher education, minimum GPA of 2.5, demonstrate financial need, have been a former
patient at Children's Mercy Hospital www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM (Gordon R. and
Eula A. Renfrow
Scholarship
pursue a degree in teacher education, minimum GPA of 2.5, financial need will be
considered. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM (A. Ralph Boxell
Eagle Scout Scholarship
Be an Eagle Scout in the Boys Scouts of America, a member of the Order of the Arrow and/or Mic-O-Say of
the Boy Scouts of America, demonstrate good character and leadership, demonstrate service to his church and
Boy Scout troop www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM A. Ralph Boxell
Hold a valid amateur radio license, demonstrate good character, leadership and
Varies
Good moral character, show promise of leadership and academic ability in the field of mathematics and
computer science. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
Varies
N0OHD Scholarship
service. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
March 1
UCM Albert and June
Scholle Scholarship
UCM only, 300 word essay, www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
$1,200
March 1
UCM Michael E. Bush
Aviation Scholarship
Plan to pursue a degree in Aviation Technology, active member of the Civil Air Patrol as a cadet who passed
the Mitchell Test. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM Sisters of Ujima
Helen Guyton Warren
Scholarship
Female African American student, good character, leadership & service, financial need will be
considered. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarship
Varies
March 1
UCM Taiwan
Commemorative
Scholarship
Plan to pursue a degree in Industrial Technology, be worthy, deserving and of good moral character, show
promise of leadership & academic ability, preference shall be given to student from
Taiwan. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM Dova Lee Shelton
Memorial Scholarship
Female student, good character, leadership & academic ability, minimum 2.5
GPA, www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM Ruthe Boles
Koenig Memorial
Scholarship
Plan to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Education degree with emphasis in history, minimum 3.0 GPA,
minimum 3.0 GPA in all history classes taken. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM Jeffrey Floyd
Forensic Scholarship
Plan to pursue a major or minor in speech communication, be an active participant in the forensics program in
high school, demonstrate contribution, performance, scholarship & leadership in forensic activities in high
school. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
UCM Cesar Chavez
Scholarship
Be of Hispanic descent, minimum 2.5 GPA, financial need www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarship
Varies
March 1
UCM Paul E. Brattstrom
Plan to pursue a degree in teacher education www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Scholarship
Varies
March 1
UCM Lucy Bergman
Memorial Scholarship in
Theatre
Plan to be an active participant in the Dept. of Theatre at UCM, demonstrate leadership and
service. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarship
Varies
March 1
UCM Clay and Oma
Anderson Scholarship
Preference shall ge given to a student who, because of parent's income, does not qualify for federal financial
assistance. www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
March 1
Brandon
Gieselman Memorial 4H/FFA Scholarship
Current or former member of Laf. Co 4-H Club or FFA Chapter http://www.thcf.org/ or
http://outreach.missouri.edu/lafayette/4-H.shtml
$500
March 1
Marine Corps
Scholarship Foundation
Son/Daughter of one of the following: Active duty or reserve U.S. Marine, U.S. Marine who has received
Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge, or was killed while serving in U.S. Marine Corps, Active duty or
$500 - $10,000
reserve U.S. Navy Corpsman who is serving or has served with the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy Corpsman
who served with the U.S. Marine Corps who received Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge or was killed
while serving in the U.S. Navy OR The grandchild of one of the following: U.S. Marine who served in the
4th Marine Division during WWII, U. S. Marine who served in the 6th Marine Division, U.S. Marine who
served in the 531 Gray Ghost Squadron are is/was members of these associations. GPA 2. 0, Essay, family
income is $80,000 or less www.mcsf.org
March 1
MSPE Western Chapter
Scholarship Program
Plan to major in Engineering, 3.0 GPA, minimum score of 29 in Math & 25 in English on ACT, attend one of
the MO Schools of Engineering. See counselor for list of schools
$500-$1,000
March 1
Kansas City Associated
Equipment Distributors
Scholarship
Pursuing an associate of applied science degree or certificate in either Diesel Mechanics or Heavy Equipment
Repair, have a minimum 2.5 GPA or above, Essay
$1,000
March 3
The Harrington
Foundation College
Scholarship Program
Academic achievement, Essays, Resume, accepted as full-time student in an accredited postsecondary
institution. www.theharringtonfoundation.org
Varies
March 4
USA Today, Sammy
Scholar Athlete, Milk
Mustache Award
Outstanding senior scholar athletes. Application online only. www.bodybymilk.com
$7,500
March 5
Writers Hall of Fame
Scholarship
Only one applicant per senior English teacher. Must be currently enrolled in the recommending teacher’s
class. Must provide an entry portfolio concerning certain information. For more information see the counselor
or one of the English teachers.
$500 - $1,000
March 5
Contest-submit in 3 different areas - article that has been published in school newspaper between Jan 1and Feb.
MO Gaming Association
28, or a poster that has been displayed in a public area at school for 1 week during Jan. 1 and Feb. 28 and video $1,000-$1,500
Project 21 Scholarship
must be viewed in school meeting or forum between Jan. 1 and Feb. 28
March 8
Joe L. Mann Jr. Memorial
1 senior male selected by committee
Fund
$2,000+
March 10
Missouri S&T Acacia
Scholarship
Young men, strong academic and leadership skills. NO regard to financial need. www.mst.edu
$100-$500
March 11
Cheryl K. Markley
Memorial Scholarship
Entering a field that specialized in working with children, have a GPA of 3.0 or better, qualities of
dependability, initiative, responsibility, and leadership.
$1,000
March 11
Diane Christodoulou
Memorial Scholarship
Any Missouri LD student who will be graduating in the spring and can meet college entrance requirements is
eligible http://www.ldastl.org
$500
March 12
Navy Weather Service
Scholarship
plan to get degree in science or engineering-fields of study include meteorology, oceanography, or aeroengineering, be sponsored by current member of NWSA - College students may apply
$500-$2,000
March 12
Whiteman AFB Officers' Dependent of an active or retired military member residing in local area. This includes guard or
Spouses' Club
reserve. www.orgsites.com/mo/whitemanesc or www.orgsites.com/mo/whitemanocs
$1,000
Scholarship
March 14
Brielpohl Family
Scholarship
Plan to go to University of Missouri-Columbia. Rank in top 10% of class and entering the field of
engineering. No application is necessary. The counselor must be notified of intent and university acceptance.
$5000
March 14
National Farmers
Organization Farm Kids
for College Scholarship
Career in agriculture, essay, 2 reference letters, photo. http://www.nfo.org/Scholarships/Default.aspx
$1,000
March 15
MFA Foundation
Scholarship
Scholastic progress, citizenship, extra-curricular activities, education plans, financial need, ACT. Local
scholarship
$2,000
March 15
UMC Delta Sigma Phi
Men of Achievement
Academic Scholarship
Male attending University of Missouri-Columbia. Academic success, ACT score, school involvement,
community activities, and leadership roles. Will be under no obligation to join Delta Sigma Phi.
$500
March 15
The Austin Beck
Memorial Wrestling
Scholarship
Class rank, GPA, ACT, must be wrestler. Local scholarship
$500
March 15
Kohl's Kids Who Care
Recognition Scholarship
Age 6-18. Volunteer activities. www.kohlskids.com
$5,000
March 15
UMR Kappa Sigma
Fraternity Beta-Chi
Chapter Freshman
Scholarship
Male, must a Kappa Sigma pledge, Rank in top 20 % of class, ACT 28 or higher www.umr.edu
$500
March 15
USA Funds Access to
Education Scholarships
Financial need, 50% of scholarships targeted to students who are from a minority group or are physically
disabled in addition to having financial need. www.usafunds.org - click on links then choose scholarships
$750 - $1,500
March 15
United Negro College
Fund
Kansas City Initiative Scholarship, attend UMKC or a UNCF school. African, Asian, Hispanic or Native
American ancestry.
Varies
March 15
National Federation of
Independent Business
(NFIB) Free Enterprise
Scholars Awards
Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit/initiative. Not based on financial need. Nominated by a dues paying
member of NFIB. Call 1-800-634-2669 to be nominated. See counselor for an application or download
at: www.NFIB.com/YEF
$1,000
March 15
Lindenwood University's
Must have applied for admission at Lindenwood University, essay, 2 reference letters, transcript, have filed the
Black and White
$7,000
FAFSA
Scholarship
March 15
The Dillenkoffer
Endowment
College tuition grants to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered high school seniors, 2.75 GPA, community
and school involvement. www.dillenkoffer.org
$10,000
March 15
CHS Foundation High
School Scholarship
Program
pursue an agricultural-related degree from a two or four year college www.chsfoundation.org
$1,000
March 18
West Central School
Administrator
Association Educational
Scholarship Program
1 applicant per school, education major, need, GPA, rank, activities
$500
March 18
Missouri 4-H Foundation
Present or previous 4-H members. 1 application considered for several scholarships, 3.0 GPA, ACT score -College applicants must have a 2.75 GPA http://www.mo4h.missouri.edu/
$500 - $1,000
March 20
Essay on Ayn Rand's
Novelette Anthem
For students in grades 9-10. Essay contest. 5 different cash award areas. www.aynrand.org/contests
$30-2,000
March 20
American Legion
Auxiliary Past President
Parley Nurses
Scholarship
Nursing career. Must be a member of a veteran's family. 3 letters of recommendation and a personal letter
$500
March 25
McDonald's McScholar
Scholarship
McDonald's employee, 15 hrs per week for at least one year or child of employee
$1,000
March 25
West Central Electric
Cooperative Scholarship
GPA 3.0 or higher, minimum ACT 18, parent current West Central Electric
Member. www.westcentralelectric.coop **then click on youth programs
$500
March 26
Missouri Bankers
Foundation Scholarship
major in field related to banking, 2 letters recommendation www.mobankers.com
$500
March 28
The Missouri Bar Juror
Appreciation Week
Poster Contest
March 30
Missouri Farm Bureau
Foundation for
Agriculture Vocational
Scholarship
Pursuing a degree or appropriate certification in fields related to and supportive of agriculture. This includes,
but is not limited to Heavy Equipment Operations, Electronics, Welding, Diesel and Farm Machinery
Repair. Parent or Guardian must hold a current Farm Bureau membership.
$500
March 30
Mitchell Wooden
Memorial Scholarship
Agriculture or Construction Majors, Essay
Varies
March 31
Buick Achievers
Scholarship
Enroll full-time study at a 4 year college or university, plan to major in one of the following: Science,
Technology, Engineering, Math, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, or Design. Are
interested in a career in the automotive or related industries. http://www.buickachievers.com
$2,000
March 31
Criteria for Janice M. Scott Memorial.doc
Janice M. Scott Memorial
GPA 3.0 or higher, 4 year college or university, demonstrated leadership ability, letters of recommendation,
Scholarship
financial document, essay
$2,500
March 31
Shelter Insurance
Foundation
$1,500
Seniors, poster design, only digital entries will be accepted. www.mobar.org/contest
Top 20% of senior class. Achievement, leadership, citizenship
$500
March 31
MO Insurance Education Attend MO college, interest on intent of pursuing an insurance, risk management or actuarial science course of
Foundation
study. www.mief.org
$1,500
March 31
MO Society of
Professional SurveyorsRobert V. Pirrie
Scholarship
$1,500
March 31
Earl Langkop Scholarship Entering food-related field
$100+
March 31
Masonic Merit
Scholarship
3.0 GPA, class rank, extra-curricular activities, financial need.
Varies
March 31
Masonic Ruth Lutes
Bachmann Scholarship
3.0 GPA, class rank, extra-curricular activities, financial need. Must be going into nursing or teaching.
Varies
March 31
Samuel Smith Stewart
Masonic Scholarship
3.0 GPA, class rank, ACT score, extra-curricular activities, financial need.
Varies
March 31
Masonic Youth Merit
Scholarship
3.0 GPA, class rank, Extra-curricular activities, financial need. Must be a member of the Masonic Youth
Organization.
Varies
April 1
CW & Delores
Hook/FFA Booster Club
Scholarship
plan to attend a vocational, trade school, or community college pursuing a degree or appropriate certification in
Varies
fields related to and supportive of agriculture, must be an FFA member
April 1
Donald Fischer
Agricultural Memorial
plan to pursue a degree in agricultural or agricultural related field, essay, letters of recommendation
$500
April 1
THE ROGER
VORWARK
MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP
Plan to go into Fire or Emergency Services (could include health related fields such as Emergency Room
Nursing, Highway Patrol and EMT)
Varies
April 1
Doug Kleinbeck
Memorial Scholarship
Application.pdf
GPA of 2.75 of higher, demonstrate a character of service and selflessness, essay and 1 letter of
recommendation.
$500
April 1
The Karla and Jerry Neal
Exclusively for students choosing to pursue an undergraduate degree in any area of Special Education through
Special Education
the University of Central Missouri
Scholarship
$1,000
April 1
HIGGINSVILLE HIGH Minimum GPA of 2.5 or above, desire to serve others – school and community activities should reflect this
SCHOOL CLASS OF 63 commitment to service, finalists will be interviewed.
$500
April 1
West Central Electric
Cooperative and Linn
State Technical College
Electrical Distribution
major in land surveying, or land surveying-related field (mathematics, topography, and drafting), 1 letter of
recommendation, renewable www.missourisurveyor.org
graduate of a high school within the WCE area, must attend Linn State Technical College, have a GPA of 2.5 or
higher, 3 letters of recommendation, interview, must agree to work at WCE for four years after completion of
$2,400 per year
degree. www.westcentralelectric.coop
Systems Scholarship
April 1
Nuts, Bolts and
Thingamajigs
Scholarships
For a college scholarship a minimum 3.0 GPA or for a trade/technical school scholarship a minimum 2.0 GPA,
member of FMA, TPA or OPC, OR the employee of a member company, child of a member, the child of a
$2,000-$5,000
member company’s employee http://www.nutsandboltsfoundation.org/Scholarships.cfm
April 1
Peter J. Greve Memorial
Maintained a high school cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above from 9 th grade through the first semester of their
TKE Alumni of
senior year. Must be an accepted entering freshman by Northwest Missouri State University and nominated by $1,000
Northwest Missouri State
a TKE alumnus. No specific major is required. http://www.nwtke.com/content/scholarship
University Scholarship
April 1
Missouri Baptist Heritage High School senior or first-year student at Hannibal LaGrange College or Southwest Baptist University, 10-20
Scholarship
page research paper http://www.baptistparchments.org/article164484.htm
$2,000
April 1
Bour Memorial
Scholarship
Academics, financial need, multiple recipients
up to $4,000
April 1
UMC Theta Chapter of
Alpha Gamma Rho
Fraternity
major in an agriculture related field, male, not required to join fraternity
$500
April 1
The Purnell-Scott Family
Academic performance, leadership, community service, financial need
Memorial Scholarship
$1,250
April 1
MO Independent Bankers (2 of the 3)-3.5 GPA, top 10%, 20 ACT. One application from each member bank-business related
Association Scholarship career. Applicant must be employed or the dependent of an employee at the member bank.
$1,000
April 1
Metropolitan Community
Check out website for requirements. Each campus manages their own
College (MCC)
scholarships. http://mcckc.edu/main.asp?P=GSNonfoundation
Institutional Scholarships
Varies
April 1
MCC-Foundation
Scholarships
Varies
April 1
Blue River Community
Leadership ability, recommended by superintendent or counselor, 2.0 GPA or above, essay. In-district tuition
College Superintendent's
up to 30 credit hours.
Leadership Grant
$1,800
April 1
Blue River Community
College Program
Enhancement Grant
Assorted for a variety of majors or programs, minimum GPA of 2.0, essay, and one letter of
recommendation. In-district tuition up to 12 credit hours.
$300-$600
April 1
Blue River Community
College Board of
Trustees Scholarship
Rank in top 20% of class, essay, 2 letters of recommendation. In-district tuition up to 64 credit hours.
$4,000
Check out website for requirements. Can receive more than one
scholarship. http://mcckc.edu/pubs/campusScholarshipLists.pdf
April 1
Blue River Community
College President's
Scholarship
April 1
David R. Davis Memorial
Agriculture student, C+ GPA, Financial need. Must be entering Ag-related field.
Scholarship
$100 +
April 1
Independence College of
Essay required
Cosmetology
$500
April 1
Maurice R. Rabius
Memorial Scholarship
C+ GPA, Agriculture student, Financial need. Majoring in agriculture
$100+
April 1
State Fair Community
College Scholarshipsassorted
See counselor for more information.
Varies
April 1
Tieman-Blackburn Post
478 Scholarship
Children of Post 478 members. One general and one nursing scholarship available.
$1,500
April 1
Starke-Blosser Memorial
Financial need. Active in community, 2.5 GPA or above, 2 awarded
Scholarship
$1,000/yr, 4 yrs
April 1
Lafayette Co. Cattlemen's major in agriculture field, must be 4-H or FFA member, 2 letters of
Scholarship
reference http://outreach.missouri.edu/lafayette/4-H.shtml
$500
April 1
Missouri United
Methodist Foundation
Scholarship
Letter from pastor, statement of goals, transcript, and picture. Two scholarships to choose from - can apply for
$500-$1,500
both. www.mumf.org
April 1
United Producers, Inc.
Agriculture Scholarship
Must be a Preferred Member of UPI or a child of a Preferred Member, Essay, Purse a career in agriculture or
agriculture-related fields of study. www.uproducers.com
April 1
American Legion
Auxiliary Health Careers Entering a health career; financial need. Local
Scholarship
$400
April 1
The Sweeney Family
Trade Scholarship
Pursue a career in trade industry. Must be planning to enroll in a post-secondary program at accredited trade
school. Selection will be based on citizenship and career goals.
$1,000
April 1 - 30
Laptop Scholarship
Program
1,000-word essay. See counselor for essay details. Email essay to scholarship@midwestcomputech.com
laptop
April 2
Conclave Radio-Music
Industry Scholarship
Must submit voice tape and application for radio scholarship. Must submit essay for music industry
scholarship. Broadcasting field; music and music business. Valid at three schools. www.theconclave.com
$17,000
April 4
Aquila Scholarship
Rank in top 25% of class or score 21 or higher on ACT, applicant's parents must be customers of
Aquila. www.aquila.com/scholarships/mo
$1,000
Rank in top 20% of class, essay, 1 letter recommendation. In-district tuition up to 64 credit hours.
$4,000
$1,000
April 5
The Physical Therapy of
Higginsville Scholarship
Pursuing medical education, GPA, ACT score.
$500
April 5
Class of 1978 Memorial
Scholarship
GPA 2.5 or above, must graduate from Lafayette Co. C-1
$500
April 5
Higginsville American
Legion Post 223
Scholarship
Citizenship, GPA, extra-curriculars. Local, 9 scholarships available
$500
April 5
The Herman & Micky
Simmons Memorial
Optimist Scholarship
2.5 GPA, citizenship, financial need. Evidence of career goals; local scholarship
$500
April 8
Kenneth L. Short
Memorial Scholarship
Interest in a career in the food service/hospitality industry, academic achievement, work experiences,
participation in student, school, and community activities. www.opaafood.com/scholarship
$1,000
April 8
Higginsville Women's
Civic Club Scholarship
Financial need, B+ GPA, citizenship, leadership. Local scholarship.
$250
April 9
Corder Lions Club
Scholarship
3.0 GPA, Corder resident. Local scholarship
$400
April 9
Corder VFW Scholarship Financial need, academic. Local scholarship
$500
April 9
Lafayette Co. C-1 EA
Scholarship
3.0 GPA.. Local scholarship, essay required.
$500-$750
April 10
Dean R. and John H.
Woltemath Scholarship
Fund
Need- desires self-improvement. Local. No application/selected by committee
$100+
April 10
Forest Riekhof Memorial
3.0 GPA, extra-curriculars. Local, UMC
Scholarship
$500
April 10
Helen L. and Ben C.
Butler Scholarship
Academics and financial need. Local scholarship
$400
April 10
The James H. Stoner
Memorial Scholarship
3.0+ GPA, citizenship, need. Entering field of education
$250
April 10
The Paula M. Perrine
Memorial Scholarship
3.0 GPA, participation in a major sport. Local
$300
April 10
Samuel Duncan
Memorial Scholarship
3.0 GPA, Leadership and financial need. Education major
$125
Essay, community service, etc. Must be filled out electronically and then printed off.
$3,200
April 11
AFA Scholarship.doc
AFA Scholarship Fact
Sheet
April 11
The Edward and Harri
Huscher Family
Scholarship
3.0 GPA, Community Service, Essay, Academics, Extra-curricular activities
$2,000
April 11
The Marla Tobin
Scholarship
3.0 GPA, Health Related Careers, 1 or more school activities
$1,000
April 15
Susan Skelton Memorial
Scholarship.pdf
For female only, GPA of 2.5 or above, financial need considered
Varies
April 15
Higginsville Business
Women
C+ Average; for female only
$500
April 15
The Renno Memorial
Scholarship
Entering the field of Education, have a 3.0GPA, Essay.
$500
April 15
C-1 Academic Partners
(CAPS) Scholarship
3.0 GPA, financial need, 2 references
Varies
April 15
B*SEW IN Scholarship
Have completed one semester of a FACS class, taken the ACT, and accepted to
college. www.bsewinn.com Click on FACS tabs - go to FACS Student Scholarship section and download the $500
correct state form.
April 15
Darrick K. Homfeld
Memorial Scholarship
senior attending Lex La-Ray
amount announced
prior to graduation
April 15
Robert C. Byrd Honors
Scholarship
Based on academics only; 90%ile on ACT, file a statement of registration status certifying that you are
registered with the selective service or that, for a specific reason, you are not required to be registered.
http://dese.mo.gov/divteachqual/scholarships
$1,500/yr for 4
years
April 15
Crossties Cowboy
Church Equine
Scholarship
Show evidence of participating in Equine related activities while attending college or university
Varies
April 15
PEO Chapter EK
Scholarship
For female only, GPA of 2.5 or above, leadership and community involvement
Varies
April 16
Western Missouri
Medical Center Auxiliary
Health related field
Health Careers
Scholarship
Varies
April 16
Higginsville Rotary Club
Scholarship and Walter & GPA, extra-curriculars, top 50% of class, citizenship. Local scholarship-5 recipients
Pearl Luehrman
$250-$750
Scholarship
April 16
Jack Coats Memorial
Scholarship
Academic, citizenship and past service to community. Local scholarship.
$500
April 17
The Gary W. Evans
Memorial Scholarship
3.0 GPA, participant in 2 or more sports during the final two years of high school, 3 letters of recommendation
$1,000
April 17
National Farmers Union
Foundation Stanley
Moore Scholarship
Farmer Union member, 2 letters of recommendation, essay. www.nfu.org, click on education, then click on
scholarship programs.
$500
April 17
Lafayette Co. C-1 MSTA
3.0 GPA, 100 word essay, college or university
Local Scholarship
$250
April 18
House of Heavilin
Essay required. Beauty college program
$500
April 19
Alpha Eta Delta
Scholarship
Student at Lafayette Co. C-1 School, have a 2.0 GPA or higher, accepted into an accredited 2 or 4 year college
or university, technical, or trade school.
Varies
April 19
HIGGINSVILLE
LITTLE LEAGUE
BASEBALLSOFTBALL
SCHOLARSHIP.pdf
Student at Lafayette Co. C-1 playing softball or baseball, must have participated in Higginsville Little League
Baseball/Softball program, GPA of 2.0 or higher
Varies
April 20
American Legion
Scholarships: Lillie Lois
Ford/ M.D Jack Murphy/
Descendant of veteran with at least 90 days active service and an honorable discharge. Photocopy of discharge
Charles L. Bacon/ Erman
needed. www.missourilegion.org
W. Taylor/Joseph J.
Frank/Shane Dean
Voyles
April 23
Rural Missouri
Scholarship Fund
Available to COLLEGE JUNIORS OR SENIORS majoring in Education, plan to teach in a rural school system $1,000
April 25
Essay on Ayn Rand's
Novel Fountainhead
For students in 11-12 grade. Essay contest. 5 different cash award areas. www.aynrand.org/contests
$50-10,000
April 30
Will to Win Scholarship
Must be RECEIVED by April 30. Senior with asthma, achieved high level of excellence in one of the
following: performing arts, visual arts, community service, athletics or science. Have GPA of 3.5 or higher.
http://www.willtowinscholarship.com
$5,000
April 30
Samsung Scholarship
Essay, must have teacher to sponsor student http://www.SamsungScholarship.com
Varies
April 30
Rural Missouri
Scholarship Fund
Must be a junior or senior level college student. Major in education and plan to teach in a rural school system
$1,000
April 30
MSAE Excellence
Through Leadership
Member of the Student Council of an MACS member school, demonstrate outstanding leadership abilities in
school & community, demonstrate academic proficiency
$1,500
$500-$1,000
Scholarship
April 30
Holocaust Remembrance Grades 9-12, Essay to promote the study of Holocaust. Scholarships and prizes will be awarded. To get contest
$1,000-$5,000
Project
rules, guidelines and entry forms go to www.holocaust.hklaw.com
April 30
State Kid's Chance
Scholarship
April 30
UMR Sigma PHI Epsilon
Leadership, academics and activities. Outstanding male. www.umr.edu
Balanced Man
April 30
Ralph Thieman
Education Fund/Earl and Senior from C-1 attending accredited institution. Local scholarship; multiple recipients. MUST HAVE COPY
Varies
Maxine Smarr
OF ACCEPTANCE LETTER FROM COLLEGE.
Scholarship Fund
May 1
Delta Sigma Phi Men of
Achievment.pdf
Male attending University of Missouri, ACT, school improvement, community activities, leadership roles
$500
May 1
The Class of 1977
Memorial Scholarship
2.5 GPA, list of activities
$500
May 1
Orscheln FFA
Scholarship
A member off FFA for 4 years, must attend MO University College of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources,
or an institution offering four year courses in agriculture or agir-related services, exhibit leadership potential,
$1,000
good character, moral traits, be self-motivated and good
scholastics. http://explorelife.missouri.edu/financial.asp
May 1
Missouri Valley College
Alumni Legacy
Scholarship
son/daughter or grandson/granddaughter of a Missouri Valley College alumnus who has earned a four-year
degree at MVC, GPA 3.0, demonstrate outstanding leadership abilities in extracurricular activities
$500
May 1
Bob Pace Scholarship
individual who will be preparing to do their student teaching during the upcoming school year, must be an
alumni of Lafayette County C-1 School District
Varies
May 1
Imagine America
Scholarship Program
Application online only. www.petersons.com/cca
$1,000
May 1
Missouri Council of the
Blind and National
Federation of the Blind
Legally blind MO resident www.moblind.org Go to Forms & Applications link, then to the link Scholarship
and Guidelines & Application
Varies
May 4
MU- Missouri Alpha
Chapter of Sigma Phi
Epsilon Fraternity
Balanced Man
Outstanding male
$500-$1,000
ages 16-25. child of seriously injured worker or killed in work accident www.mokidschance.org
$1,700-$2,000
$500
May 5
Great Clips for Hair
Scholarship
May 15
Rosa L. Hayes Memorial
Academic, ACT/SAT. Must pursue career as registered nurse.
Scholarship
Varies
May 15
MO Sheep Producers
Scholarship
must be or have been a 4-H or FFA member with a sheep project, or have had a sheep project a minimum of
five years www.missourisheep.org/youthprograms.htm
$750
May 15
Apple Scholars Program
A college scholarship program that rewards student who use technology to solve problems creatively and learn
more intuitively. Tell us (then show us) your best work and you could take a MacBook, an iPod, and $2000 to $2,000
campus next fall. http://www.apple.com/education/students/scholars/
May 15
Keppra Family Epilepsy
Scholarship Program
An epilepsy patient or family member/caregiver of epilepsy patient, academic achievement, positive role
model, participation in activities, essay, 3 letters of recommendation, photo, transcript www.keppra.com
May 15
Awarded to the outstanding designee of the annual technology competition hosted by CMSU, minimum 2.0
UCM Stahl Speciality
GPA, plan to pursue a degree in Agriculture Technology, Automotive/Power Technology, Aviation
Excellence in Technology Technology, Technology Education, Electronics Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, Computer- Varies
Award
Aided Drafting and Design Technology, Graphic Arts Technology-Management, Industrial Technology or
Industrial Technology-Manufacturing Management www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
May 15
The Ventures Scholars
Program
Based on PSAT, PLAN and ACT scores, 3.0 GPA, underrepresented minority group, first-generation collegebound student, interest in math, science, engineering or technology based
career. www.venturescholar.org/application
Varies
May 15
Lex La-Ray Technical
Center
Attend post-secondary training. See counselor
$500
May 15
National Academy of
American Scholars-USA Outstanding Academic excellence and personal integrity. Minimum 2.0 or C GPA. 4 year degree program National Awards
$25 application fee. http://www.naas.org/
Program
$200-$5,000
May 31
Cola-Cola Two Year
College Program
GPA of 2.5 or higher, complete 100 hours of community service, will or is enrolled in 2year college only www.coca-colascholars.org
$1,000
June 1
Minority &
Underrepresented
Environmental Literacy
Scholarship Program
Academically talented minority and underrepresented individuals pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in
an environmental course of study
Varies
June 1
Daughters of American
Agriculture Scholarship
must be a farmer, rancher or be the wife, daughter or other close relative of a farmer, rancher, or other person
employed in agriculture, must be an economic or financial need, knowledge of or work experience in
agriculture, gpa and test scores considered www.americanagriwomen.org
$500
Essay, recommendation, cosmetology
$500
$5,000
June 1
The Lois Jackson
Newman Youth Fund
June 1
UMC Kappa Alpha Order Male, 3.0 GPA. Gentlemen Scholarship Program
$400
June 1
UMC Albert F. Helix
Memorial
$500
June 1
Department of Natural
Minority or other under represented students. Bachelor's or Master's Degree - 3.0 GPA, Essay, 3 letters of
Resources Environmental
recommendation, listing & summary of school and community activities,
Education Scholarship
transcript. www.dnr.mo.gov/hr/index.html
Program
$2,000 per year
June 1
Lafayette Regional
Health Center Auxiliary
Scholarship.pdf
$2,000/semester
June 22
Daedalian Scholarship for Senior. Accepted to accredited college or university, demonstrated desire and potential to become a military
Potential Military Pilots pilot.
June 22
BigSun Organization
Scholarship for Athletes
High school senior, will be attending a post secondary institute and currently involved in a sport at an
institution or in the community.
http://www.bigsunathletics.com
$500
June 28
Presidential Freedom
Scholarship
Can nominate 2 students, outstanding service to community/100 hrs
$500
June 30
UMC Zeta Phi chapter of
male attending University of Mo-Columbia, academic achievement, commitment to making both the university
Beta Theta Pi Fraternity
up to $8,000
and community better places, desire to achieve
Scholarship
July 1
The Leo & Sam
McDonnell Scholarship
Foundation
Graduating high school senior or currently attending an eligible post-secondary institution, applicant or
immediate family member must be an R-CALF USA member in good standing. www.r-calfusa.com
$2500
July 1
DeVry University
Community Scholar
Award
Apply and admitted to DeVry, top 50% of class, GPA of 2.7 or above, completed Algebra I or higher with
grade of B or higher, 1 per high school with counselor recommendation www.devry.edu/scholarship
$1,000/semester
July 1
UCM Aaron M. Kreeger
Memorial Scholarship
Has participated in 75% of the Heart of America Junior Classic Bowling Tournaments for the year, earned
minimum cumulative point totals based on tournament participation, high games/series & tournament awards,
has participated in city, state, regional and national tournaments, has been active in bowling
organizations www.ucmo.edu/foundscholarships
Varies
July 1
Africa-American Women
Female African American who plan to attend Florida A & M University majoring in computer technology. For
in Computer Science
$3,000-$5,000
an application e-mail jblack@cis.famu.edu
(AAWCS)
Must be a member of Masonic Youth Organization, 2 letters of recommendation
Leadership, extra-curricular, Attend MU; must be male
Senior or alumni enrolled in human heath-related profession
$500
$500
July 15
Journey First
Presbyterian Church
Scholarship
Varies
Lafayette County C-1
MSTA Student Teaching Must be a graduate of Lafayette Co. C-1, Due prior to semester of student teaching.
Scholarship
$200
Varies
William C. Pevestorff
Higginsville Lions Club
Scholarship Fund
Must be a graduate of Lafayette Co. C-1, Must be entering third year of undergraduate school, majoring in
areas having to do with sight or hearing.
$500
Varies
Meyer Foundation Trust
a candidate for training in the Practical Nursing Program or an Associate Degree in Nursing, LPN or RN
Program, resident of Lafayette, Ray, Carroll, Johnson or Saline county, intend to work for Meyer Foundation
for two years following graduation and/or licensure
Varies
None
NWMSU Honors
Admissions Index of 185 or above,
$2,500
None
NWMSU Freshmen
Merit
No scholarship application needed, Admission Index of 110 - 139, Apply for admission
$500
None
NWMSU Regent's
Scholarship
Varies with qualifications. Levels 1, 2, or 3
$750-$1,500
None
NWMSU Alumni
Son, daughter or spouse of alumnus, online only, only sections 1 & 2 of application needed
$250
Higginsville Presbyterian church member
Varies