Click “Scholarship List” to view all current opportunities.
Important: Scholarship applications must be turned in to the Counseling Office by the deadline listed. This gives us time to review your application and contact you if anything is missing or needs to be corrected before it is submitted.
Use the Scholarship Application Record Sheet to help you stay organized as you apply for scholarships. It can be used to track the scholarships you plan to apply for, required materials, important deadlines, and what you still need to complete.
Pay close attention to scholarship deadlines! Give yourself plenty of time to complete and submit all required materials.
Read all eligibility requirements and instructions carefully. Make sure you have completed every step and included everything requested before submitting your application.
Check the scholarship pages for the colleges you are considering. Some institutional scholarships are automatic, meaning you are considered when you apply for admission, while others require a separate application. Be sure you know what each college requires.
Start early and keep track of deadlines! Check back often, as new scholarship opportunities are added throughout the year.
Look locally. Ask businesses, community groups, schools, and civic or religious organizations about scholarship opportunities.
Never pay to apply for a scholarship. Legitimate scholarship applications should not require an application fee.
Keep looking and keep applying! The more opportunities you pursue, the better your chances of receiving scholarship money.
Watch for scams. Learn more about recognizing and avoiding scholarship scams through Federal Student Aid.
Read the requirements carefully. Make sure you meet the eligibility criteria before spending time on an application.
Keep copies of your applications and materials. They may be helpful when completing future applications.
Proofread before submitting! Check your spelling, grammar, and make sure you have included all required materials.
Ask for references early. Give teachers, counselors, coaches, or other references plenty of time, and follow up as the deadline approaches.
In addition to the scholarships listed on our website, students are encouraged to use reputable scholarship search sites to find additional opportunities. Never pay to apply for a scholarship or to use a scholarship search service.
My Scholarship Central – A free scholarship resource specifically for Missouri students. Complete a general application to be matched with scholarships for which you may be eligible.
Fastweb – Create a free profile to receive personalized scholarship matches based on your interests, education, and background.
BigFuture by College Board – Search for scholarships and explore additional resources for college planning, financial aid, and careers.
Scholarships.com – Search a large database of scholarship opportunities and create a profile for personalized matches.
Appily – Search and match with scholarships based on your individual profile.
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Federal Student Aid – The official U.S. Department of Education resource for the FAFSA, federal student aid, grants, loans, and information about avoiding financial aid scams.
FinAid – Provides information about scholarships, financial aid, student loans, college costs, and financial aid calculators.
Tip: Scholarship search sites are a great place to start, but don't forget to check the financial aid and scholarship webpage for each college you are considering. Many colleges offer scholarships that may not appear on national scholarship search sites.
The myMO Scholarship Promise is a Missouri program designed to help eligible students prepare and save for education after high school. Students who meet the program requirements may be eligible to receive up to $5,000 to use toward qualified education expenses after graduation.
The application typically opens in January, so interested students and families are encouraged to review the FAQ and eligibility information in advance and check back when the application becomes available.
myMO Scholarship Promise FAQ
myMO Scholarship Promise Application
The Access Missouri Financial Assistance Program is Missouri’s primary need-based financial aid program for students attending eligible Missouri colleges and postsecondary programs. Eligibility is based on financial need and information provided on the FAFSA.
There is no separate application for Access Missouri. Students must complete the FAFSA each year to be considered. Students are encouraged to submit the FAFSA as early as possible, as Access Missouri has both priority and final FAFSA deadlines.
Award amounts vary based on financial need and the type of school the student attends.