Kansas Scholarships

Kansas Buffalo Assn Scholarship - Oct. 15

The Kansas Buffalo Association is offering a $1000 scholarship to a high school senior or first-year college freshmen who are involved in raising bison and/or is planning to pursue a career in an agriculturally related field. The KBA invites interested applicants to complete an application, provide one letter of reference and submit a 500-word essay outlining their relationship/interest in bison and why they should receive the scholarship. KBA members may act as sponsors to qualify family, friends or a member of a local school or county ag-related organization (FFA, 4H, etc.) for this scholarship.

Applications and supporting materials are due by Oct. 15. The scholarship will be awarded at the 29th Kansas Buffalo Association Sale in Salina, Kan., on Dec. 1. Either the recipient or his/her designate must be present to accept the scholarship and have a picture taken with a representative from the sponsoring organization.

Website: http://www.kansasbuffalo.org/news.cfm?id=7

VFW Voice of Democracy - Due Date: Oct 31st

Description: Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 40,000 9-12 grade students from across the country enter to win their share of $2.1 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program. The scholarship is $100 for Local Winner (Great Bend, Claflin, Ellinwood, & Hoisington). Could get up to $30,000 scholarship if you qualify. This scholarship must be turned into the guidance office no later than October 25th.

Form: Fill this form out

Website: https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships

Rudd Scholarship - Due Date: Oct 14th - Dec 13th

Description: The Rudd Scholarship is a Kansas program for Kansas residents who qualify for a Pell Grant and gives preference to first-generation and underrepresented students. Must be admitted and will attend either Emporia State, Fort Hays State, or Wichita State University.

Eligibility: Must be a US Citizen or a permanent resident, Must be a resident of the state of Kansas and qualify for in-state tuition, Must have a cumulative, unweighted high school GPA of 3.0 or above, Graduating high school and will enroll full-time in the Fall, Demonstrated financial need (Pell-eligible), Preference is given for first-generation, underrepresented students at each college institution.

Application: Click Here

Masonic Lodge Essay Contest - Due Date: Nov 1st

Application: click here

Lodge Information: Hoisington Lodge No. 331 / Address: 351 W. 2nd St - Hoisington, KS 67544 / Phone: 620-786-4585

Description: Each year, the Masonic Public School Essay Contest donates $12,000 to deserving high school students. $4,000 is awarded for the best essay

• Kansas Masonic Adult Speech, Language and Hearing Services Partnership

• Kansas Mason Pride Communities of Excellence Partnership

• Kansas Masonic Entrepreneurship Challenge Partnership

• Kansas Masonic Literacy Center Partnership

• Kansas Masonic Cancer Alliance Partnership

• Kansas Masonic Military Affairs Partnership

• Select one of these programs and explain how it benefits you and/or your community.

John Cowan Memorial Scholarship - Due Date: Jan 1 - April 15th

Description: The Kansas Association of Mappers (KAM) is now accepting applications online for the John Cowan Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship provides financial assistance to students within the State of Kansas pursuing a professional career in the field of Geography attained through a geographic-focused education. The successful applicant must: 1. Be enrolled as an undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, or graduate student in a post-secondary educational institution within the State of Kansas. 2. Be enrolled in coursework that is necessary to begin a career in a Geography-based profession. 3. Be able to show the intent to make Geography or a Geography related career the major focus of your higher education. A maximum scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded once proof of enrollment has been received by the Treasurer of KAM. For more information click here.

Application: to apply click here

KSDE AEOP Margaret VanHorn Scholarship - Due Date: Jan 17th

Description: Funds for the Margaret Van Horn Scholarship have been allocated by members of the Kansas State Department of Education Association of Educational Office Professionals (KSDE AEOP). The scholarship program is open to current Kansas High School, College, and/or Technical School students. A scholarship is awarded annually. The amount is based on gifts and funds raised by the association. The amount for this year is $300. Applications must be complete, signed, and submitted by email in PDF format or postmarked by Thursday, January 17th, to be accepted.

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Kansas 4-H Scholarships - Due Date: Feb 3rd

Description: To view 4-H scholarships

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Nex-Tech "Break the Rules" Scholarship - Due Date: Feb 4th

Description: Put your passion on display & showcase your story your way. Choose any method you want to tell what you are passionate about and how it has led to your chosen career. It can be a video, slideshow, artwork, essay. This scholarship does not focus on academics, nor GPA. Ten, $1,000 scholarships will be awarded.

Website:https://www.nex-tech.com/About/Community/Nex-TechYouthServices/Nex-TechScholarship.aspx

GPACAC Scholarship - Due Date: Feb 15th

Description: GPACAC awards three $1,000 scholarships to students in Nebraska, Kansas and Oklahoma, each year. To see if you qualify and to access the online application, please see the information below. To qualify, applying students must meet the following requirements: be a May/June high school graduate, attend high school in Nebraska, Kansas, or Oklahoma, have a cumulative high school grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent). To apply for the scholarship: Review the Scholarship Guidelines and complete the application form, Attach an original essay on the topic provided (500 word maximum), and Submit and send all requested materials by deadline.

Website: click here

Kansas Grain and Feed Association - Due Date: Feb 23rd

Description: The Kansas Grain and Feed Association will award the following scholarships for the school year on the basis of merit. Graduating Kansas high-school seniors. Self-starters, excellent academic credentials, good school, and community citizens, strong desire to continue their education. Planning to attend any Kansas 4-year university, community college or vo-technical school. Please turn into Mrs. Randolph by Feb 20th so she has enough time to attached required materials.

Application: click here

Nex-Tech Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Scholarship - Due Date: Feb 25th

Description: FRS is a national organization promoting rural America. Through its members, like Nex-Tech, FRS offers programs to engage youth. The FRS scholarship program will award $125,000. Awards range from $500 to $7,000. A Nex-Tech representative must sign this application. Must receive Nex-Tech services: home Internet, Cable, or Landline, this does not include Cell Phone Service.

Website: https://www.nex-tech.com/About/Community/Nex-TechYouthServices/FRSScholarship.aspx

Pheasants Forever-Black & Gold Chapter - Due Date: Feb 27th

Description: The Black Gold Chapter of Pheasant Forever will be awarding at least 4 - $500 scholarships. All seniors should apply for this scholarship if they plan to attend an institute of higher learning. The application must be turned into Mrs. Moore by the due date.

Application: Click Here for Google application

Kansas Agribusiness Retailers Association - Due Date: Feb 27th

Description: The Kansas Agribusiness Retailers Association will award the following scholarships for the following school year on the basis of merit to any high school or current undergraduate student. Kansas high school graduating senior or current undergraduate student enrolled in a Kansas 4-year university, community college or vo-technical school. Planning to or currently majoring in an agricultural related field of study. Self-starters, excellent academic standing, good school and community citizens, and a strong desire to continue their education. Please turn into the guidance office by Feb 27th to allow enough time to attached required materials.

Application: www.ksagretailers.org/about/scholarship-program

KHERF (Kansas Hospital Education & Research Foundation)- Due Date: Feb 28th

Description: All Kansans pursuing a degree or certificate in healthcare are encouraged to apply for the twelfth annual "Encouraging Excellence" scholarships. KHERF partners with the Kansas Association of Health Care Executives, the Kansas Hospital Human Resources' Association, the Kansas Chapter of HIMSS, and the Kansas Foundation for Medical Care to provide 30 individual scholarships in various healthcare disciplines. This is a competitive scholarship program. Turn it into the guidance office no later than March 30th.

Website: http://www.kha-net.org/AboutKHA/KHERFFoundation/ScholarshipsKHERF/

Westar Energy Craft Scholarship - March 1st

Description: A minimum of four craft scholarships will be awarded yearly in the amount of $3,000, renewable for up to two years. Must be a resident of Kansas or attending a Kansas high school • Must be an upcoming graduating high school senior or must have graduated last year • Must be pursuing a degree in electric power and distribution, power plant technology, wind energy, industrial technology or other industry-related degrees • Must be eligible to obtain a Commercial Drivers License (line worker scholarship only) • Must enroll as a full-time student in degree program (does not have to be enrolled prior to scholarship award, but must be a full-time student in degree program to receive award) • Must maintain 2.5 GPA during degree program • If 18, must be willing to submit to a Motor Vehicle Record Check (drug free with no DUI convictions) • Females and minorities are urged to apply

Here is the direct link to the scholarship information: click here

Better Business Bureau "Student of Integrity Awards" - Due Date: Mar 6th

Description: The Better Business Bureau "Student of Integrity Awards" will award 3 students from the Kansas Plains each a $2,000 scholarship. These scholarships recognize students who exemplify ethical behavior and personal integrity, and who demonstrate humility, courage, compassion, and respect for their peers, teachers, and community - values of the BBB. Winners will be announced in April.

Website: The application guide with full details and required forms are currently available click here.

KCA Construction Scholarship - Due Date: Mar 8th

Description: The Kansas Contractors Association is offering a minimum $2,000 scholarship for any student enrolled in a construction management, construction science, construction engineering technology or related field of study at an accredited Kansas university, community college or technical college. Must be turned into Mrs. Randolph by March 8th so she can put it in the mail by we leave for Spring Break. It must be postmarked by March 18th.

Application: Click Here

KACRAO (KS Association of Collegiate Registrars & Admissions Officers)-Due Date: March 15th

Description: KACRAO offers scholarships to reward students who have demonstrated quality leadership during their high school years. 4-$500 awards available. Eligibility: be in their senior year at a KS school, 3.25 GPA or above. See Mrs. Randolph for more information.

For more information: Application

Hutchinson News Journalism Scholarship - Due Date: Mar 15th

Description: This competition is open to any senior planning a career in journalism (print, broadcast or any other medium.) Students must submit an essay, two writing samples and three reference letters. Must have a 3.0 GPA.

Application: Click Here

PRIMO (Nex-Tech) - Due Date: Mar 18th by 5pm

Description: PRIMO awards three $500 scholarships to students who are or will be attending an accredited Kansas university, community college, or technical school. To be eligible, applicants must be high school seniors or students already attending college. In addition, students’ parents/legal guardians must receive at least one of the following Nex-Tech services: Phone, Internet, or TV, excluding Nex-Tech Wireless cellular service. Preference is given to students seeking degrees in marketing, media, public relations, telecommunications, or related fields.)

Website: https://www.nex-tech.com/About/Community/Nex-TechYouthServices.aspx

Kansas Crime Stoppers Assn Scholarship - Due Date: Mar 23th

Description: In order to apply for this award of $300, the student must be a senior in good standing. The application must include attached scholarship form, letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor or Crime Stoppers member. The student must include an original essay describing their future goals and objectives. A non-returnable photo is requested for media purposes. All materials must be completed & submitted by March 23rd. The scholarship will be awarded April 20th and is non-renewable.

Application: Click Here

American Petroleum Institute - Due Date: Mar 25th

Description: API is offering four $1000 per year scholarships to eligible graduating seniors. Must be upper 50% of the class, parent/guardian must be employed in some phase of the oil industry or you plan to major in oil or gas related majors, such as engineering or geology. For more information, you can visit http://www.westernkansasapi.org. Must share the google doc with Mrs. Randolph by the due date and she will attach your transcript and mail it off for you.

Application: Click here

Kansas Golf Foundation Junior Golf Scholarship - Due: Mar 27th

Description: The Kansas Junior Golf Scholarship is awarded based on: Academic record, character, leadership & community service, essay, financial need, golf participation and letters of recommendation.

Website: https://www.kansasgolffoundation.org/kansas-junior-golf-scholarship

Kansas County Clerks & Election Officials Assn - Due Date: Mar 29th

Description: The recipients of the $500 scholarships will be announced at the KCCEOA Conference in May in Wichita. Scholarships are limited to applicants who are enrolling or enrolled to study journalism, political science, communications or business. The scholarship is only available to applicants who will be attending Kansas colleges. Applicants must also maintain a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA.

Application: click here

Bill Spaniol Memorial Scholarship (KEHA)- Due Date: Mar 31st

Description: KEHA will be awarding a $500 scholarship to individuals seeking a career in Environmental Sciences or a related field.

Application: Click Here

Kansas Financial Scholars Essay Scholarship Contest - Due Date: April 1st

Description: The Office of the Kansas Securities Commissioner (KSC), the Office of the State Bank Commissioner(OSBC) and the Kansas Insurance Department (KID) are consumer protection agencies dedicated to keeping Kansans informed about issues concerning their finances, and promoting integrity and increasing transparency and fairness in the financial services industry. Our agencies are sponsoring an essay competition and will award up to five scholarships to Kansas high school seniors this year.

Website: Click here

Wanda May Vinson KAY Scholarship - Due Date: April 1st

Description: Wanda May Vinson Scholarships are awarded annually to graduating seniors who have provided outstanding leadership in the Kansas Association for Youth, achieved high scholastic standing and have made contributions of service to their school and community.

Application: Click Here

KS Seed Industry Association - Due Date: Apr 1st

Description: The Kansas Seed Industry Association wants to help out future Ag professionals. Are you a student looking to attend a college in Kansas? Are you pursuing a degree in Agronomy, Ag Education, Ag Econ/Business, Ag Communications, Grain/Milling Science, Ag Technology, Ag Farm Management, or Horticulture? If you answered “Yes!” and “Yes!” then you are eligible to get a scholarship from KSIA. Applications are due to Mrs. Randolph before Monday, April 2. For more information click here

Application: click here

Kansas Board of Regents - Due Date: vary no later than May 1st

Description: Student financial aid includes grants, scholarships, and loans. The Kansas Board of Regents is responsible for the administration of the state-funded grants and scholarships. The following scholarships are available:

• KS State Scholarship,

• KS Ethnic Minority Scholarship,

• KS Nursing Service Scholarship,

• KS Teacher Service Scholarship,

• KS Career Technical Workforce Grant,

• KS Military Service Scholarship,

• KS National Guard Education Assistance.

Please make sure you read all the details before you apply.

For more information visit: http://www.kansasregents.org/scholarships_and_grants

Kansas Farm Bureau Technical School Scholarship- Due Date: May 15

Description: This is a $500 scholarship. Applicant or parents must be members of Kansas Farm Bureau and plan to enroll in areas of study that impact agriculture – like diesel mechanics and/or welding.

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Lang Diesel TechUp ToolUp Scholarship

Description: LDI’s Tech Up Tool Up Scholarship & Tool Allowance Program offers financial assistance for both tuition and tools for qualified students entering a two-year diesel tech program AND willing to commit to a 36-month work term post-graduation.

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Kansas Speech & Communication Assn. Scholarship - Due: August 1st

Description: The KSCA will award a $500 scholarship to a deserving student who has completed at least 60 hours of study at a Kansas university or college and who has declared a major in education either pursuing speech communication and/or theatre education or with the intention of seeking certification in speech/theater education. The recipient must be seeking a degree at a Kansas university or college.

Apply: Click Here