You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

Essay

Minority Natural Resource Scholarship

The Minority Natural Resource Scholarship offers $1,000 to minority students in Missouri pursuing natural resource management degrees.

You’ll need to submit a headshot as part of your application.

Photo / headshot

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

This application asks you to provide standardized test scores.

Test scores

Who Will Do the Work Scholarship

The Who Will Do the Work Scholarship awards $1,000 to high school seniors pursuing careers in construction at select colleges.

James L. and Nellie M. Westlake Scholarship Program

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it? 

What is a letter of recommendation?

Nash Music Scholarship

The Nash Music Scholarship offers $1,000 to music students with a 3.0 GPA, from high school seniors to college juniors.

CBC Spouses Essay Contest

The CBC Spouses Essay Contest offers up to $2,000 for African American high school juniors and seniors. Apply now!

You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship offers $500 to $5,000 for eligible high school students in select states.

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

Gilbert Balderrama Minority Scholarship

Gilbert Balderrama Minority Scholarship offers $250+ to a Missouri high school senior of color pursuing college. Two recommendations needed.

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

What is a scholarship portal?

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

Truman Heartland Community Foundation Scholarships

Truman Heartland Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $3,000 for students in Eastern Jackson County, MO. Apply online!

You’ll be asked to show your SAI from the FAFSA.

FAFSA SAI confirmation

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation's Scholarships

The Greater Kansas City Community Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities.

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Opportunity Scholarship for Locked Out Dreamers

The Opportunity Scholarship offers up to $80,000 for DREAMers in locked-out states to attend college. Eligibility includes DACA or TPS.

MARE Scholarship Program

The MARE Scholarship Program offers $1,000 to Missouri education students aiming to teach in rural schools.

The PHD Amateur Radio Association Scholarship

The PHD Scholarship offers $1,000 for students with an amateur radio license, prioritizing ARRL Midwest residents and children of deceased amateurs.

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

The Ray, N0RP, and Katie, W0KTE, Pautz Scholarship

The Pautz Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for licensed radio amateurs studying electronics or computer science in the ARRL Midwest Division.

Missouri Corn Scholarship

The Missouri Corn Scholarship offers $1,000 to Missouri residents pursuing agronomy at a college or university.

Research in the field is needed for this scholarship.

Research summary / thesis

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

Bo Koster Grant for Nature Study Scholarship

The Bo Koster Grant offers up to $5,000 for Missouri and Illinois students in nature studies. Apply with an abstract, summary, and recommendations.

The Paul and Helen L. Grauer Scholarships

The Paul and Helen L. Grauer Scholarships offer $1,000 to licensed radio amateurs in electronics or communications from select Midwest states.

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

Which high school are of MARE member school districts? 

Rural Missouri High School Senior Scholarship Fund

Rural Missouri High School Senior Scholarship Fund awards $750 to 35 seniors aiming to teach in rural Missouri schools.

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship

The ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship offers $1,000 to high school seniors in six Midwest states. Apply online.

MLN Scholarship

The MLN Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for Missouri nursing students with a 3.0 GPA. Contact your nursing dean to apply.

Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri offers scholarships up to $6,000 for local students based on merit and need.

Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship

The Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship awards $5,000 to 37 women in KS, MO, or NE pursuing business-related degrees.

Community Foundation of the Ozarks Scholarships

Explore scholarships for Springfield area students through the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, with awards up to $5,000.

CBC Spouses Education Scholarship

The CBC Spouses Education Scholarship offers $2,500 to $20,000 for Black high school seniors pursuing higher education. Apply now!

What majors are accepted for the AT&T/ The NETwork BICP - Lewis Latimer Scholarship?

AT&T/ The NETwork BICP - Lewis Latimer Scholarship

The Lewis Latimer Scholarship offers $2,500 for STEAM students with a 2.75 GPA. Apply with transcript, recommendation, and essay.

Erman W. Taylor Memorial Scholarship

The Erman W. Taylor Memorial Scholarship offers $750 to Missouri residents who are descendants of veterans and plan to major in education.

NAJA Graduate Scholarship Program

The NAJA Graduate Scholarship supports students working with children in various fields. Applicants need a personal statement and recommendations.

American Water Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship

The American Water Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship offers $10,000 to underrepresented students pursuing STEM or business degrees.

The scholarship I'm applying to asks for references. Who should I be putting down?

MSPE Western Chapter Scholarship Program

MSPE Western Chapter offers a $3,000 scholarship for high school seniors pursuing engineering. GPA and test score requirements apply.

AB HBCU Scholars Program

The AB HBCU Scholars Program offers $5,000 for eligible undergraduate sophomores at select HBCUs. Apply now!

Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship

The Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship offers $5,000 to African American and Hispanic high school seniors pursuing STEM degrees.

Goldie Bateson Scholarship

The Goldie Bateson Scholarship is awarded to junior golfers between the ages of 7 and 17 who have an interest in learning and playing the game of golf.

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

Volunteering or being active in your community is a must for this scholarship.

Community Service

Charles E. Kruse Agricultural Scholarship

The Charles E. Kruse Agricultural Scholarship offers $250+ to Missouri high school seniors in agriculture. Requires Farm Bureau membership.

Don't see your major? Have multiple majors?

M.D. Jack Murphy Scholarship

The M.D. Jack Murphy Scholarship offers $1,000 to Missouri residents under 21, training to be Registered Nurses and descendants of veterans.

Marsha's Angels Scholarship Fund

Marsha's Angels Scholarship Fund offers $2,000 to students in Sedgwick County, Kansas, or St. Luke's College, Kansas City.

Shane Dean Voyles Memorial Scholarship

The Shane Dean Voyles Memorial Scholarship awards $750 to Missouri seniors with veteran ancestry. Nominate based on merit.

Joseph J. Frank Scholarship

The Joseph J. Frank Scholarship awards $750 to eligible Missouri students with veteran ancestry who attended Boys or Girls State.

Charles L. Bacon Memorial Scholarship

The Charles L. Bacon Memorial Scholarship offers $750 to eligible members of The American Legion and their descendants in Missouri.

Lillie Lois Ford Scholarship Fund

The Lillie Lois Ford Scholarship Fund awards $1,000 to eligible Missouri students with veteran ancestry who attended Boys or Girls State.

Mary Ann Reinert Nursing Scholarship

The Mary Ann Reinert Nursing Scholarship supports surgical medicine education for full-time students in select Midwest states. Award: $250+.

Carl Fricks Sportsmanship Scholarship 

The Carl Fricks Sportsmanship Scholarship awards $250+ to St. Louis seniors exemplifying sportsmanship, not athletic stats.

The Leslie A. And Helen R. Wilson Memorial Scholarship

The Leslie A. and Helen R. Wilson Memorial Scholarship offers $500 for Webster County residents pursuing agriculture or education studies.

Kids Chance Of Missouri Scholarships

Kids Chance Of Missouri offers scholarships for children of parents injured or killed in work-related accidents, requiring proof and financial need.

Cherokee Nation Graduate Scholarship

The Cherokee Nation Graduate Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for Cherokee citizens pursuing their first Masters or Doctorate degree.

Fashion Scholarship Fund’s Case Study Scholarship

The Fashion Scholarship Fund offers $250+ scholarships for fashion students with a 3.20 GPA at FSF member schools.

Korean War Veteran Descendant - Midwestern Regional Chapter Scholarship

Scholarship for descendants of Korean War veterans, offering $500 to $5,000 for students in the Midwest with Korean heritage.

AIST Midwest Member Chapter Scholarships

AIST Midwest Member Chapter Scholarships offer $250+ for AIST members and dependents attending Midwest universities. Essay required.

Educators Rising Scholarship

The Educators Rising Scholarship offers $500 to Missouri seniors pursuing education careers. Must be top 20% and a member of Educators Rising.

The Cochran Scholarship

The Cochran Scholarship offers $500 to Missouri NEA Student Members in teacher education programs. Apply with an essay and recommendation.

Diann Bomkamp Leadership Scholarship

The Diann Bomkamp Leadership Scholarship awards $1,000 to Missouri dental hygiene students who demonstrate leadership and community service.

NIADA Regional Scholarships

NIADA Regional Scholarships offer $250+ for high school seniors in specific US regions pursuing automotive careers. Apply with an essay and recommendations.