Scholarships
Scholarships are typically released and then required to be submitted each year at approximately the same time. I have included links to scholarship websites and have included the typical due date of previous years scholarships if they were not available. Please look ahead at the actual websites for the exact due date prior to the one I have listed here!
**This page will be updated frequently and as scholarships become available**
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Please begin by completing your General Application. It is your profile. You are not considered for a scholarship until you select an opportunity and apply to that opportunity.
To view the opportunities for which you are most likely qualified, click “opportunities” and “recommended.” If “recommended” does not appear, this means there are not any opportunities open today. Check back often for new recommended opportunities.
PLEASE NOTE – Read the description and eligibility criteria carefully. Apply only if you meet the criteria. Your application will not be considered if you are not eligible.
A complete application requires answers to all questions that apply to you – not just the questions that are marked “required.”
Most scholarship applications open in January. Complete the general application now and you will notified by email when new scholarships you qualify for open.
September
Shout It Out Unigo Scholorship- September 30
Have something on your mind? Let it out, or better yet SHOUT it out. Give your thoughts a voice and earn free college money at the same time. Our Shout It Out Scholarship committee wants to know what you have to say. Whether it's a message for the world or just a quick "hi mom," this is your opportunity to speak up and win money for college. We're listening!
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/shout-it-out-scholarship
October
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship - October 2
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.
https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
AES Engineering Scholarship- October 8
Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluated the essays that are submitted. Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.
The Missouri Association of Student Financial Aid Personnel (MASFAP) is dedicated to serving students and opening avenues to access the benefits of higher education and advocating for the maintenance of high ethical standards in the financial aid profession. Through early awareness and outreach we strive to help students to achieve and fulfill their dreams of a post- secondary education. We want to know who is making a difference and inspiring you to fulfill your dreams of a post-secondary education! Share your inspiring story with us and be considered for a one-time $1,000 scholarship.
Eligibility:
Open to any 2024 Graduating Senior from a Missouri High School planning to attend a private or public 2 or 4 year institution, or vocational-technical school in Missouri in Fall 2024.
Selecting a recipient:
We are looking for inspiring stories about students and people who make a difference in the lives of students. (Remember: grammar and spelling are important in any essay contest!) The MASFAP Early Awareness Committee will select the top 10 applications/stories. The top 10 applications/stories will be shared with the MASFAP Membership and will be voted upon at the annual conference.
Confirmation of enrollment at Missouri private or public 2 or 4 year institution, or vocational-technical school will be requested before payment is made. A check will be issued in the amount of $1,000.00 to the school you are attending in fall 2024 to be applied to your student account. This scholarship can be used for: tuition, institutional fees, room, board, or books
Questions? Contact earlyawareness@masfap.org
Missouri's Cattlemen's Association- October 11
Student or parent must be a member of the MO Cattlemen's Foundation. Preference given to a degree program within the agricultural field
https://www.mocattle.org/missouris-cattlemen-foundation/scholarship-program
John T. Belcher Scholarship Award- October 11
A $1000 annual scholarship is awarded to a student in each of MSBA’s 17 regions. Applicants are judged on the basis of academic performance, extracurricular activities and the quality of an essay. A statewide winner is selected from this group of regional winners and awarded an additional $1500. You must turn application into Mrs. Ginther by Oct. 24th for the school board to vote on one applicant.
The Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship-October 31
"Imagine that your high school or college has been overrun with zombies. Your math professor, the cafeteria ladies, and even your best friend have all joined the walking dead. Flesh out a plan to avoid the zombies, including where you’d hide and the top-five things you’d bring to stay alive." (250 words or less).
November
The Elks Most Valuable Student Competition-November 13
Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
Applicants need not be related to a member of the Elks.
High school graduates are not eligible to apply.
Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are signed; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.
https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm
Show-Me Chapter Scholarship - November 26
The Show-Me Chapter offers a $2000 scholarship for a high school senior, or undergraduate, planning to major in conservation or a natural resources-related field. This is an essay contest.
http://www.moswcs.org/scholarship-and-awards/show-chapter-scholarship/
Missouri Farm Bureau Misc Scholarships
Several scholarships listed, note dates and deadlines!
https://mofb.org/scholarships-and-grants/
December
Nodaway County Cattlemen's Association- December 1
The application is available to download at https://bit.ly/2025NCCAScholarship. Applications must be postmarked by December 1, 2024. Feel free to print the below flyer and post it at your school by accessing the PDF (https://bit.ly/2025NCAA-PRINT).
NOTE: The current year's application must be completed. Past year applications will void the student's application.
The Hagan Scholarship-December 1
Minimum 3.75 GPA, 24 or higher ACT, show financial need. Start early, as there are many steps to this application. FOLLOW DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY.
*Based on financial need and academic merit
*Must have completed the FAFSA
https://www.haganscholarships.org/
Frank Felton Scholarship- December 3
Maryville Rotary Club, Frank Felton, Farm Youth Award and Scholarship. The Maryville Rotary Club will again be presenting the Outstanding Farm Youth Award at the Farm City Banquet. This award is presented annually to a student from Nodaway County that is involved in agriculture as well as school activities, community projects, church, and clubs. The recipient will be awarded a $500.00 scholarship to be used to further his/her education in any area of study at Northwest Missouri State University.
National Honor Society Scholarship - December 7
High school seniors who are National Honor Society (NHS) members in good standing of an affiliated NHS chapter are eligible to apply for the scholarship. There are no limits to the number of applications per chapter.
https://www.nhs.us/advisers/the-nhs-scholarship/scholarship-faq/
Missouri Corn Scholarship- December 15
Each year, the Missouri Corn Growers Association and Missouri Corn Merchandising Council will award seven deserving college juniors and high school seniors $1000 scholarships. Applications for the 2021 program will be posted no later than Dec. 15, 2018.
http://www.mocorn.org/resources/education/scholarships/
Burger King Scholars - December 15
Scholarship grants range from $1,000 to $50,000 and are intended to help students offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. Recipients are selected based on their grade point average (GPA), work experience, extracurricular activities and community service
Horatio Alger Scholarship - December 1
As one of the nation's largest need-based college scholarship programs in the country, the Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs specifically assist high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives.
https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/
January
GE Reagan Foundation Scholarship - January 4
Applicants must demonstrate at school, at the workplace, and within the community the attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Applicants must plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study toward a bachelor’s degree at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States for the entire upcoming academic year.
KLL Memorial Scholarship Fund-January 10
Providing scholarships to students who have lost a parent to cancer.
https://www.kllscholarshipfund.org/scholarship?page_id=32
FFA Scholarship- January 11
Separate scholarships available for FFA members AND for non-FFA members. Do NOT have to be an FFA member to apply. Fill out one application to apply for over 1800 scholarships available.
Grow Ag Leaders- January 11
Grow Ag Leaders scholarship program, sponsored by Bayer Fund, engages future generations in agriculture by raising awareness of the diverse career opportunities in the industry and by providing $1,500 scholarships that enable students to further their education.
FFA.org/scholarships
To learn more about opportunities for farmers to make a difference in their communities, explore America’s Farmers grow communities program.
United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship - January 11
Each year, the U.S. Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation grants $1,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan to continue their education at accredited post-secondary colleges, universities or vocational schools.
http://foundation.usjcisenate.org/scholarship
February
MWSU General Scholarship- February 1
Must be accepted to MWSU. One form for many different scholarships-including the A+ scholarship
NWMSU Standard Freshman Scholarship- February 1
Must have been accepted to NWMSU. Fill out one application to apply for several scholarships. All students who plan to attend NWMSU should apply!!!
NWMSU Standard Freshman Scholarship
Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment Scholarship- February 1
Beginning with the spring (January) 2022 semester, high school juniors and seniors may be eligible to receive a scholarship that covers the tuition and fees for their dual credit or dual enrollment courses. To qualify, students must be taking dual credit or dual enrollment courses from a Missouri college or university and meet the eligibility criteria listed under Am I Eligible? below. Awards will be prioritized based on financial need determined by adjusted gross income (AGI) from the most recent tax year.
To be eligible for assistance you must meet the following requirements:
Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Enroll in eligible dual credit/dual enrollment coursework through an approved Missouri institution
Have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average and have otherwise met the high school's requirements for taking dual credit or dual enrollment coursework (standardized test score, etc.)
Have attended an A+ designated high school for at least two years
Be meeting the A+ Scholarship's good citizenship and avoidance of the unlawful use of drugs and alcohol requirement
https://dhewd.mo.gov/ppc/grants/aplusdcdeforstudents.htm
NCMC Dual Credit Scholarship/ Jack N. Young, Mildred M. Young, Noble J. Young and Myra A. Young - February 4
Submit completed scholarship application form to: NCMC Foundation Office by: mail: 1301 Main Street Trenton, MO 64683 OR by fax: (660)359-2899. Each scholarship recipient will be given a one-time scholarship of $324 to use toward their tuition. All submissions are reviewed and selection is made by the scholarship committee. If selected to receive a scholarship take the time to send a thank you to the scholarship representative. Thank-you letters provide the necessary acknowledgement of a donor, but also encourage future awards to students at North Central Missouri College
The Missouri United School Insurance Council (MUSIC) Scholarship- February 14
MUSIC members are designated into three enrollment size categories: small, medium and large. Six scholarships (two in each category) of $2,000.00 each (nonrenewable) will be awarded to 2022 graduating seniors of districts that are MUSIC members. Only ONE can be submitted from each school!
https://www.musicprogram.org/dr-darrell-jack-holley-music-scholarship-2019-now-open/
MFA Foundation- February 15
Applicants must be a child or grandchild of a member-level customer. The student will need to supply the membership number and their relation to the member on the application
MUST APPLY ONLINE: www.MFAFoundation.com
NIAAA Student Scholarship- February 28
Minimum Requirements
Applicant must be a senior in high school
Applicant must have achieved at least one (1) of the following: (a) minimum of B+ average; (b)ranked in the top 25% of class; (c) ACT score of 24 or an SAT score of 1100 (Math and Reading)
Applicant must have participated in two sports for at least two years in each sport
Applicant must have earned at least one varsity letter in each of two sports
Applicant must complete attached scholar/essay application
Applicant must have a letter of recommendation from the high school athletic administrator/director
School athletic administrator/director must be an NIAAA member and a member of their respective state athletic administrators association
The principal or athletic administrator/director must sign the application to ensure that the academic information submitted is accurate
All hard copy materials must be postmarked or electronic materials sent to the NIAAA Liaison in your respective state by your states deadline.
Application Link: https://members.niaaa.org/page/StudentScholarship
Farm Kids for College Scholarship- February 22
Must plan to pursue an agriculture-related degree.
Grand River Mutual Networks Scholarship- February 25
Parent or guardian must be a member of the GRM network. Student can attend an accredited 2 or 4 year college, university of vocational-technical school. One application for may different scholarships.
Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship- February 28
Applicant must be a high-school senior working for Hy-Vee or subsidiary who began employment on or before September 15, 2020 or a high school senior son and/or daughter of a full-, regular-, or part-time Hy-Vee or subsidiary employee who has a minimum of six months employment as of September 15, 2020, AND
Applicant must be enrolling in college for the first time.
March
FCS Financial Scholarship- March 1
The scholarship program began in 2004 to support higher education for children or grandchildren of FCSF customers. Each year, up to 35 scholarships in the amount of $1,500 each are provided to eligible Missouri high school seniors. Since its inception, more than $825,000 and 670 scholarships have been awarded.
American Welding Society Scholarships- March 1
What types of scholarships are offered by the AWS Foundation?
National, District, Section and Welder Training Scholarships are available for students pursuing education in welding or welding-related programs trade/technical schools, community colleges and universities. Your Academic Profile will determine the specific scholarships you are eligible for.
What is the deadline to apply?
The deadline for National and District Scholarships is March 1st. Most Section Scholarship applications are due March 1, however some have later deadlines. The deadline for each scholarship will be indicated in the application.
What eligibility requirements must I meet to receive a District Scholarship?
Most importantly, you must be enrolled in a welding-related educational or training program.
You must also be a high school graduate or possess a GED equivalent.
The school you attend must be in the United States or its territories, except for international scholarships.
You must also fill out the scholarship application and provide any documentation requested in the application instructions.
You are not required to be a member of the American Welding Society.
https://scholarship.aws.org/applications/
Midland Empire Safety Association Scholarship- March 1
This fund was established by the Midland Fire Safety Association to provide academic scholarships to students pursing a degree in occupational safety and/or health, industrial hygiene, environmental safety, industrial fire prevention, risk management, and occupational medicine.
Must be a U.S citizen and be a graduating senior in Northwest Missouri.
Please apply through Scholar-Link:
https://cfnwmo.iphiview.com/cfnwmo/ScholarLinkApplicants/Scholarships/tabid/599/Default.aspx
Forty and Eight Scholarship Fund- March 1
This fund was established by World War I veterans to provide academic scholarships to individuals obtaining a nursing or medial degree.
Must be attending a four-year college/university to obtain a Bachelor of Science in registered Nursing and be living in Atchison, Nodaway, or Holt county in Missouri.
Please apply through Scholar-Link
https://cfnwmo.iphiview.com/cfnwmo/ScholarLinkApplicants/Scholarships/tabid/599/Default.aspx
Doug Harper Memorial Scholarship- March 1
This fund was established in memory of Doug Harper by his family to provide support for graduating seniors who participated in the High School Holiday Hoops in December of their senior year of high school. Student must submit a letter from their high school basketball coach verifying their participation as well as a reference to their character an need for the scholarship.
Please apply to Scholar-Link
https://cfnwmo.iphiview.com/cfnwmo/ScholarLinkApplicants/Scholarships/tabid/599/Default.aspx
Thomas M Paul Memorial Scholarship Fund- March 1
Students eligible for assistance must be attending Missouri Western State University and be pursing a degree in the medical field. Must have above 2.5 GPA.
Please apply at Scholar-Link
https://cfnwmo.iphiview.com/cfnwmo/ScholarLinkApplicants/Scholarships/tabid/599/Default.aspx
FDH Scholarship Fund- March 1
This fund is established for students pursing degrees in Agriculture, Business, or Health Care, or Vo-Tech training. Students must in the 18 county region of The Community Foundation.
Please apply at Scholar-Link
https://cfnwmo.iphiview.com/cfnwmo/ScholarLinkApplicants/Scholarships/tabid/599/Default.aspx
Mollie J and Nelson G. Allen Scholarship Fund- March 1
This fund is for students who are pursing a degree in education at a 4-year college/university or 2-year college/vocational school.
Scholarship 1: Pursing a education degree and must not be in the top 10% of their class, have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and an ACT score of 20 or higher.
Scholarship 2: Pursing a certificate/degree through accredited two year college or vocational/tech school. Student must not be in top 10% of class and must have 2.0 GPA.
Please apply at Scholar-Link
https://cfnwmo.iphiview.com/cfnwmo/ScholarLinkApplicants/Scholarships/tabid/599/Default.aspx
The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri- March 1
MULTIPLE Scholarships on their Scholar-Link portal. Nearly 100 scholarships will be presented to graduating Among the scholarships are two specific athletic related scholarships - The Tyler Davis Memorial Wrestling Scholarship and the Doug Harper Memorial Scholarships for participants of the recent Holiday Hoops event. There is no charge to apply for either and the awards are $1000.00 and $500.00 respectively payable to the College/University of your choice.
Simply go The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri page and click on "Apply for Scholarships" and then move to "Access Scholar-Link." This will allow for students to view the many scholarship available and the criteria as well as the process for making applications. Many other scholarships are also available and now is the time to get started. Any questions contact Steve Maxey at 660-359-7244 or maxeysteve@gmail.com.
https://cfnwmo.iphiview.com/cfnwmo/ScholarLinkApplicants/Scholarships/tabid/599/Default.aspx
American Broadband Homegrown Leaders Scholarship- March 1
The $250 scholarship will be awarded to a student who best exemplifies the commitment, passion, and perseverance of a community leader.
The deadline for the 2021 scholarship award is March 1, 2021. Scholarships will be awarded by no later than April 1, 2021. Applications can be accessed online at https://www.abbmissouri.com/scholarships.There is also a form attached for those who wish to submit a hard copy.
Nucor Scholarship- March 1
Must major in engineering or metallurgy. Eligibility for this scholarship rotates each year among counties where Nucor has a place of business. For 2022, Nodaway County students are eligible. Read the instructions carefully on this Information Page for specific instructions about your online application. $3500 scholarship, renewable for 4 years.
Skidmore Betterment Community Nodaway-Holt Scholarship- March 1
If apply you must help at community events such as Punkin Show, Community Day, Mud Run, etc. You must also help at two of the following events: fundraising dinner and work project or civic project. If a senior you can help at events after graduation
Chorale Nodaway Music Scholarship- March 1
Scholarship eligible to high school seniors who are passionate about vocal music. See Mrs. Ginther for hardcopy or apply at www.nodawaychorale.org.
MAMIC & Farmers Mutual Insurance CO of Nodaway County Scholarship- March 1
When completing the application, please be sure to have the student choose “FMIC – Nodaway County” under MAMIC Member Affiliation – Company Name along with the relationship of any member of the family that is affiliated with our company. That way they will be considered for the local company scholarship. Please note – the student does not need to have an affiliation to apply for the 8 MAMIC scholarships.
The link https://www.mamic.net/scholarships/ is the preferred method of submitting the application. If you should need a hard copy of the application, let me know. They will accept paper applications, but prefer through the website. You may be getting an email directly from MAMIC, as well. The deadline to submit to MAMIC is Monday, March 1st.
Masonic Scholarship Foundation Application- March 1
Scholarships are available to any Missouri high school senior who meets the criteria on the scholarship application. A high school transcript that includes test scores, grade point average, class rank, etc., is required, along with a list of school activities, awards, offices held and honors. The applicant must also include a list of community and volunteer activities, and a short essay about why they are applying and their future goals.
Missouri Bankers Mutual- March 9
The Missouri Bankers Foundation Scholarship Fund is designed to encourage college-level study for young people who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of banking.
Rural Missouri High School Education Fund (MARE)- March 10 (Postmark date)
The goals to be achieved through the Rural Missouri High School Senior Scholarship Fund include: Attracting quality students to enroll in teacher education programs in a Missouri College or University. Improving the economic development of rural communities by upgrading the education system to provide a well-educated, skilled work force Attract intelligent, energetic individuals to furnish leadership skills in rural communities.
Charles E Kruse Ag scholarship- March 1
Applicants must be:
• Missouri residents and they, their parent(s), or guardians must hold a current
Farm Bureau membership in Missouri
• A high school senior enrolling in a 4-year Missouri college or university with a
declared major in an agricultural field
• Enrolled in the fall semester of the year in which the scholarship is awarded
State Tech College- March 15
The Foundation for State Technical College of Missouri manages over 40 scholarships sponsored exclusively for students attending State Tech.
To apply for any of the Foundation Scholarships, please complete the Scholarship Application. Scholarship eligibility is determined by application information. In addition to fulfilling scholarship criteria, consideration is based on availability of funds.
All students must have applied with State Tech before completing the scholarship application.
Holt County Farm Bureau- March 15
Must be a Holt/Nodaway County residents; parents of the applicant must an active Farm Bureau membership for the past year. Applicants must show academic and leadership abilities. Recipients must enroll in a degree program at a trade school or college. This scholarship is a minimum of $250.00 and is to be used for tuition. Please feel free to make copies of the application as needed.
NCMC Standard Scholarship Application- All applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on March 31.
If March 31 falls on a weekend all applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the Friday prior to March 31.
To be considered for a NCMC Foundation scholarship, you must:
Be admitted as a degree-seeking student, by doing the following:
Complete and submit an Application for Admission to the Admissions Office.
Have high school transcripts, GED transcripts, or a home-schooled certificate and/or college transcripts on file in the Admissions Office. Don’t forget dual credit transcripts!
Complete and submit a current Federal Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.ed.gov
Be a full-time student or enrolled in all available hours.
Complete and submit a current NCMC Scholarship Application by the April 1st deadline date.
https://www.ncmissouri.edu/financialaid/ncmc-scholarship/
The Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture- March 29
The Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture will award four – $500 scholarships to students pursuing appropriate certification in fields related to and supportive of agriculture. This includes, but is not limited to: 1) Heavy Equipment Operations; 2) Electronics; 3) Welding; and 4) Diesel and Farm Machinery Repair. NOTE: Students pursuing a 4-year degree are not eligible.
This program is a service to Farm Bureau members thus all applicants, their parent(s), or guardian must hold an active membership in Missouri Farm Bureau.
Each recipient must be enrolled as a full-time student starting the fall semester of the year in which the scholarship is awarded.
Applicants must be a student in good academic standing and have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Students who are currently enrolled in the program, or students graduating from high school, may make application for the scholarship
All applicants must submit 1) a letter of recommendation from a school official (teacher, counselor, or administrator); 2) a
letter of personal reference; 3) a letter of recommendation from an employer or work supervisor (if applicable); 4) and a
copy of the high school transcript or GED Certificate.
LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS- March 24
A standard document will be filled out for all the following scholarships:
Dorman Memorial Scholarship
Nodaway-Holt Educational Foundation Scholarship
Ralph and Doris Messick Scholarship
Ross Stewart Medsker Memorial Scholarship
Boosters Club
Nodaway-Holt Youth Foundation Scholarship
Mound City Rural Firefighters
Check Google Classroom for form!
April
Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship- April 1
Must enroll part- or full-time at a vocational technical school, trade school, or two-year community college. Must pursue an associate degree, certificate or industry-recognized credential in one of the fields listed on the application including Computer and Information Sciences, Engineering, Engineering Technologies, Mechanic & Repair Technologies, or Precision Production.
Wells Bank Scholarship- April 1
We sponsor a $1,500 college scholarship used towards enrollment of a four-year university. Download the scholarship from the link below
https://www.wells-bank.com/wells_scholarships.aspx?area=more
Application for Nodaway County
NWMAEOP Scholarship- April 1
The organization is offering one $100.00 scholarship to a student who is currently or is planning to continue his/her education in an office-related business program. This student may be a graduating senior in high school or may be currently attending a post-secondary institution.
Northwest Missouri Financial Women Scholarship- April 1st
Applicants must be FEMALE and have a GPA of greater than or equal to 3.0 on the scale of 4.0 and plan to attend an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in business or finance. Qualified Missouri applicants must reside in Andrew, Nodaway, Buchanan, Holt, DeKalb, Gentry, Atchison, Worth, Clinton, Harrison, Daviess, Platte, Clay, Caldwell, Grundy, or Livingston County. Applicants must also be pursuing a degree in business or finance.
http://www.nmfw.org/Scholarship.html
Maryville Garden Club- April 1st
The Maryville Garden Club has established a scholarship award to directly support our aims: “To stimulate the knowledge and love of gardening among amateurs; to aid in the protection of native trees, plants and birds; and to encourage civic planting.” The purpose is to encourage young people to pursue and expand their interest in these areas and to engage with a local garden club.
One scholarship in the amount of $500 will be awarded each year, to be applied by the recipient toward courses at a post-secondary institution.
Candidate Eligibility
· Candidate must be a graduating high school senior in good standing and must be currently enrolled in a high school in Nodaway County, Missouri.
· Candidate must be enrolling in a college, university, trade school, or other institution of higher learning in the fall of the year of graduation from high school. (Funds will be paid directly to the post-secondary institution.)
Northwest Docudrama- April 14th
The Northwest Missouri Docudrama Scholarship Fund will award this scholarship to college-bound high school seniors based on academic achievement and an express interest in pursuing education in Emergency Medical Services, Nursing, Fire and Disaster Management or related field.
Charles L. Bacon Memorial Scholarship- April 20
Must be a member of The American Legion Family, i.e., Legion Member, Auxiliary Member, S.A.L. Member, or a descendant* of any member thereof.
M.D. "Jack" Murphy Memorial Nurses Training Scholarship- April 20
Basis for Eligibility:
One applicant planning a career as a Registered Nurse. The scholarship must be used the first fall semester upon completion of high school.
Must be the descendent* of a veteran having served 90 days on active duty in the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard of the United States, and having an honorable discharge. A copy of the veteran's discharge or separation notice must be submitted with the application. The copy must show the date the veteran entered service and the date the veteran left service.
Erman W. Taylor Memorial Scholarship- April 20
Basis for Eligibility:
Must be the descendent* of a veteran having served 90 days on active duty in the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard of the United States, and having an honorable discharge. A copy of the veteran's discharge or separation notice must be submitted with application. The copy must show the date the veteran entered service and the date the veteran left service
Be a resident of the state of Missouri.
Consideration for scholarship will be determined annually for high school graduates in NEED of financial aid to attend a college / university.
Student must be planning to major in education. A counselor’s statement must be attached. The counselor’s statement should be on school letterhead, attest to the student’s ability and desire to major in education or a related field, and must be signed by the school counselor.
Scholarship must be used the first fall semester of a college / university following graduation from high school.
Joseph J. Frank Scholarship- April 20
Basis for Eligibility:
One boy who has attended a full session of Missouri Boys State in 2021 or who has been selected to attend Missouri Boys State or Missouri Cadet Patrol in 2022 or one girl who has attended a full session of Missouri Girls State in 2021 or who has been selected to attend Missouri Girls State or Missouri Cadet Patrol in 2022.
Must be the descendent* of a veteran having served 90 days on active duty in the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard of the United States, and having an honorable discharge. A copy of the veteran's discharge or separation notice must be submitted with the application. The copy must show the date the veteran entered service and the date the veteran left service.
Lillie Lois Ford Scholarship Fund- April 20
Basis for Eligibility:
One boy who has attended a full session of Missouri Boys State in 2021 or who has been selected to attend Missouri Boys State or Missouri Cadet Patrol in 2022
One girl who has attended a full session of Missouri Girls State in 2021 or who has been selected to attend Missouri Girls State or Missouri Cadet Patrol in 2022.
Must be the descendent* of a veteran having served 90 days on active duty in the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard of the United States, and having an honorable discharge. A copy of the veteran's discharge or separation notice must be submitted with application.
The copy must show the date the veteran entered service and the date the veteran left service.
Shane Dean Voyles Memorial Scholarship- April 20
Basis for Eligibility:
Each High School in the state of Missouri may submit only one application for this award. Applicant must be selected by the faculty of the High School he/she is attending based on the individuals financial need, participation in athletics, participation in school activities/clubs, volunteer work, exceptional leadership qualities, high moral standards and extreme patriotism.
Recipient must be a full-time student in an accredited college or university in the state of Missouri.
Applicant must be a resident of the state of Missouri.
Must be attending an accredited college / university as a full-time student.
Graham Lion's Club Scholarship (Must attend their local activities and help/volunteer)- April 26
See Mrs. Ginther for copy of scholarship
WiseGeek Women in STEM Scholarship
Eligibility: Female high school students who are interesting in a career in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math)
Amount: $500
Link: https://www.wisegeek.com/wisegeek-women-in-stem-no-essay-scholarship.htm
May
Nodaway County Farm Bureau- May 1
The Nodaway County Farm Bureau has modified its annual scholarship program as a way to encourage students the importance of education in trades and professions necessary to the benefit of agriculture and rural America, this award to be given to any student that intends to improve their education through a tech school, community college or university setting.