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Scholarships are added throughout the school year as information becomes available. Students are encouraged to check this page regularly, as deadlines and requirements vary. It is the student's responsibility to review eligibility requirements, complete applications, and submit all materials by the stated deadlines.
Tips:
Read the eligibility requirements carefully.
Note all deadlines.
Request recommendation letters early.
Proofread essays and look over the entire application before submitting.
Keep copies of submitted applications.
Be sure your name and all other information is legible.
Do not use pencil on paper applicatons.
All LOCAL scholarships that are NOT Google Forms need to be submitted as a paper copy, stapled together to the collection box in the counseling center.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Need a transcript? Please see Mrs. Hughes in the Counseling Center or request a transcript here. Transcripts are free for current students. Alumni need to go to www.parchment.com to request a transcript.
Need a letter of recommendation? It is courteous to give a minimum of two weeks notice to someone if asking for a letter of recommendation. If you would like your counselor to write one for you, you can request that here.
If you have further questions, please email tiffany.crawford@savannahr3.com.
Another resource for scholarships may be your parent(s)/guardian(s) employer. Below is a list of local companies that typically provide scholarships to the children of their employees. Ask your parent(s) to check with their employer in regards to scholarship opportunities and the criteria.
Altec Mosaic Life Care Triumph Foods Walmart American Family Pepsi Tyson Foods Weyerhaeuser
Burlington Northern Postal Workers Various Unions
Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment Scholarship
Scholarship Search Sites
ESA Foundation - Scholarship Search Site by State
My Scholarship Central - scholarships for students in the state of Missouri
JLV College Scholarships - Scholarships listed by date as well as various categories and circumstances
ISTS - Scholarships listed by date as well as various categories and circumstances
October
You can look Here for other scholarships that may pertain to you:
Cotillion for Achievement
Amount: $1,000 - $2,000
Deadline: Due to Ms. Crawford in the Counseling Center by October 9th
Must demonstrate high academic achievements, involvement in school activities and community service, plus high moral and ethical standards should apply. An ACT or SAT score is required. If selected as a Cotillion finalist, the student will need to attend "Adventures for Achievement" sessions, participate in the final interview, as well as attend the Cotillion Ball in February (a formal event).
Please see Ms. Crawford for help with this as it is very detail-oriented.
Dates of required attendance are listed in the application.
Application: Cotillion Application
Facebook Page: Cotillion for Achievement FB
Missouri Cattleman Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Online, October 13th
Applicants must be a Missouri resident and a current paid member of the Missouri Junior Cattlemen’s Association or the parent/legal guardian must be a current paid member of the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association. Students must meet the following requirements: 2.5 GPA or better, submit three (3) letters of recommendation, submit a transcript, and demonstrate leadership potential through extracurricular activities and work experience. Preference may be given to students who plan to attend a Missouri college or university & have financial need. Preference also given to those planning to major in an Agriculture field, Biochemistry, Food Science, and Nutrition and Plant Science. More information is available online a Missouri Cattleman Scholarship.
Patrick L. Newman Mic-O-Say Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: October 15th
The Newman Mic-O-Say Scholarship provides educational assistance to members of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. This scholarship honors a man who spent a good part of his life involved with Boy Scouts. This program is only open to members of the Pony Express Council Tribe of Mic-O-Say and is not restricted by geographic location. Patrick L. Newman Mic-O-Say Application
Murphy, Watson, and Burr Eye Center Scholarship
Amount: $500
Deadline: October 31st
Awarded to a student with a strong background in science and a high GPA in science courses. Preference will be given to applicants pursuing a career in a science-related field.
Murphy, Watson, & Burr Application
Dr. Wood Martin Nursing Scholarship
Amount: $2000 (3 awarded)
Deadline: October 31st
This scholarship is given to a student pursuing a health related career with special preference given to those who intend to become a nurse. Student must have attended SHS for 3 years. The recipient will be selected based on scholarship, leadership, character, community service, and financial need.
John T. Belcher Scholarship Program (MSBA)
Amount: $750-1,500
Deadline: October 31st
MSBA FutureBuilders established the scholarship program in memory of John T. Belcher, who was instrumental in developing innovative financing programs for Missouri school districts. The learning environment for thousands of Missouri’s public school students improved as a result of his work.
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.
Savannah may only nominate one student and the board of education will make the final selection as to who the district winner is. You may need to attach a separate sheet that includes your extracurricular activities, awards, etc. as there is not much room on the application to list activities. An essay is required with the topic provided on the application. Belcher Application
Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Deadline: October 31st
For support of 2 year and less programs. Please see the link below for more information and how to apply.
November
You can look Here for other scholarships that may pertain to you:
Elks Scholarship “Most Valuable Student”
Amount: $1,000 - $12,500 per year
Deadline: Monday, November 12th
Do not have to be a member of the Elks club. Must be a current high school senior with the intent to attend a 4 year institution after graduation. Applicants are evaluated based on the following selection criteria: leadership, academic records and achievements, community involvement, and financial need. Information is available online at Elks Most Valuable Student Application.
NHS Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Deadline: November 20th
To be eligible, a student must be:
A high school senior and/or expecting to receive a high school diploma during the current academic year.
An active member in good standing of a National Honor Society chapter, meeting all membership requirements and obligations of the local chapter.
An NHS student account holder, verified by the NHS chapter adviser.
Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. college or university.
NHS Scholarship Application
Arthur and Berdena King Eagle Scout Scholarship
Amount: $4,000-10,000
Deadline: Must contact your local SAR Chapter Eagle Scout Chairman because deadlines vary
Open to all Eagle Scouts who are currently registered in an active unit and have not reached their 19th birthday during the year of application. (The application year is the calendar year, 01 Jan. to 31 Dec.) The year that Eagle was awarded is not restricted. College plans do not need to be completed in order to receive the cash scholarship. Three cash scholarship awards are given: As the National First Place winner - $10,000.00; Runner-up - $6,000.00; 2nd runner-up - $4,000.00. You may apply more than one year if you meet the age requirements but no more than $10,000.00 total may be granted to any one Eagle Scout. Entrants need to complete only one application -- the one for the chapter competition. If it is a winner it is then used for the state competition, and if it is a winner again it is used for the national competition. Eagle Scout Scholarship Application Info
Hagan Scholarship
Amount: Up to $7500 each semester
Deadline: November 30th
The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to achieve their goals and graduate from college debt-free. Parents’ Adjusted Household Income must not exceed $125,000. The scholarship provides $1,000 to help purchase essential items for college and up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters.
December
You can look Here for other scholarships that may pertain to you:
Public Safety Recruitment & Retention Act Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Online - December 15th
For dependents of public safety personnel. Police, fire, EMT/EMS, paramedics, telecommunication. Please see the application below to view eligibility requirements.
Public Safety Recruitment & Retention Act Scholarship Info
AGCMO Scholarships and Grants (2 offered - One for school, One for apprenticeships)
Amount: Varies
Deadline: December 31st
The AGC of Missouri Education Foundation sponsors a scholarship program that helps to provide individuals with financial assistance so that they can pursue careers within a broad spectrum of career opportunities in the construction industry.
MSSDAR Scholarships (Multiple scholarships available)
Amount: Varies
Deadline: December 31st
Applicants must rank in the top 10% of their class and must be citizens of the United States, and Missouri residents. They must attend a Missouri college/university EXCEPT for the Roberta Capps Scholarship, whose recipient may attend the college or university of his/her choice. Four letters of recommendation (1 from principal or counselor, 2 from teachers, 1 from outside source). Students can apply by completing the MSSDAR Application and Financial Need forms. There is a lot of information needed for these scholarships so please allow yourself enough time. http://mssdar.org/mssdar-scholarships/
January
You can look Here for other scholarships that may pertain to you:
GE Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program
Amount: $10,000 Awards (Renewable up to 4 years) Numerous given
Deadline: January 7th
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Demonstrate at school, at the workplace, and within the community the attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship;
B) Demonstrate strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent). Applications can be found by going to:
FFA Scholarships
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: Friday, January 14th
Do not have to be a current FFA member to apply. Given to a student who plans to study in an ag-related field. Apply at FFA.org/scholarships. Students must seek out two farmer endorsements for the application.
Show Me Chapter Soil and Water Conservation Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 15th - Students must email to the address provided at the link below.
High school seniors planning to major in a conservation or natural resource-related field such as soil science, land use planning, forestry, wildlife management, fisheries, agricultural engineering, hydrology, rural sociology, agronomy, water management, agricultural economics, biology, agricultural education, or related environmental protection or resource management curricula. Applicants must attend, or plan to attend, a college or university that is properly accredited by national or regional accrediting bodies, or their equivalence. Financial need is NOT a factor in selection.
Soil & Water Conservation Scholarship
2026 Karen D Brinkman Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $500
Deadline: January 9th
The Karen D Brinkman Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance to
students wishing to pursue a degree in an Agriculture course of study at a properly accredited
College or University.
Brinkman Scholarship Info Sheet
Northwest Region MSTA Scholarship
Amount: $800 (2 given)
Deadline: January 15th
The Northwest Region Association of the Missouri State Teachers Association, recognizing the need for the recruitment of outstanding people into the teaching profession, has established a scholarship fund to be used to assist students going into the field of education. This scholarship must be used at a college or university within the state of Missouri. The Northwest Region Association awards these for the purpose of attracting students to the profession of education. We are looking for students with outstanding ability and sincerity of purpose. The Scholarship selection will be based on: character and personality, scholastic record, aptitude for teaching, sincerity of purpose to the teaching profession, and financial need. The application is a two step process:
Fill out this form to be nominated to apply on the state site.
If nominated by SHS, you will receive the link to the application.
Conservation Foundation of MO Scholarships
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 31st
Descriptions and applications of the following scholarships are found HERE
There are multiple scholarships, be sure to review all to find what you may be eligible for.
The Genevieve and Pat Fallis Scholarship (local)
Amount: $762
Deadline: January 31st, by 3 pm.
For a student pursuing a pharmaceutical or medical education. Criteria includes: academics, athletic interests, moral and personality traits, and financial need.
ESA Foundation
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 31st
ESA is an International organization founded in 1929 and is a premier leadership and service organization bringing volunteers together in prgram and projects that make a postive difference to the community. Information about scholarships, requirements and applications are available at the link below. Be sure to click Missouri to see what's available.
Project 21 Scholarship
Amount: $1500-$2500
Deadline: January 31st
The Missouri Gaming Association is announcing the Project 21 2027 Scholarship Program. This will be the twenty ninth year the scholarship campaign is conducted in Missouri. The goal of this scholarship program is to not only inform our youth that it is not permissible in Missouri for persons under the age of 21 to gamble in a casino, but to also educate them about the dangers and consequences associated with underage gambling.
Project 21 Scholarship Contest
February
You can look Here for other scholarships that may pertain to you:
Missouri Conservation Agents Scholarship
Amount: $500
Deadline: Post-marked by February 1st
Open to Missouri residents pursuing 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 at least a 2.5 or higher. For application and more information go to http://www.moagent.com/scolarship.shtml
Andrew County Mutual Agriculture Scholarship (local)
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Due to the Counseling Center by February 15th
Awarded to a Savannah HS senior who has at least a 2.0 GPA or higher and has at least one family member that is insured with Andrew County Mutual. This student must be pursuing a degree in an agriculture related field.
Andrew County Mutual General Scholarship (local)
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Due to the Counseling Center by February 15th
Awarded to a Savannah HS senior who has at least a 2.0 GPA or higher and has at least one family member that is insured with Andrew County Mutual. This student can be pursuing a degree in any field.
Missouri Hometown Mutual Insurance Company Scholarship (Local)
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Due to the Counseling Center ebruary 15th - any completed after must be mailed by student
Given to a graduating high school senior planning to attend an accredited college/university or technical school in the state of Missouri. The cover page and page 2 should be completed by the counselor. Pages 3 and 4 should be completed by the student. Once complete, you will mail the application to the provided address no later than March 1st.
Missouri Hometown Mutual Application
MFA Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: February 15th
Eligibility: High school seniors who are children or grandchildren (including step-children or step-grandchildren) of a member of MFA Agri Services Centers, MFA Oil Company Bulk Plants, or qualified customers of other MFA agencies. Applicants must be a resident of Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Arkansas or Oklahoma.
The scholarship winner is selected by a local committee, which considers the applicant’s:
•Interest in furthering his/her education in agriculture or other fields that benefit rural life.
•Participation and leadership in school, church and community activities.
•Reputation for good citizenship and moral character.
•Financial need, income and willingness to work.
Michael A. Jennings Legacy Scholarship (Local)
Amount: $500
Deadline: February 28th
This scholarship is intended to go to a student that has a minimum GPA of 2.0 and is the true definition of someone that is dedicated to Savannah Athletics athletes and non-athletes can apply. The scholarship will go to a person that is always encouraging his/her teammates on and/or off the field or court.
Jennings Scholarship Application
Harvey & Ethel Bledsoe Scholarship Foundation (local)
Amount: $1000
Deadline: February 28th
Applicant must be a graduating senior of Savannah R-III High School in good standing with financial need.
Involvement in various activities with leadership roles, academics, volunteering and finances. Participation in 4-H, FFA or FCCLA is preferred, but not a requirement.
Please be sure to keep a copy of the last page with additional scholarship requirements if awarded.
Harvey and Ethel Bledsoe Application
Better Business Bureau
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: February, 28th - online application
The BBB Student of Integrity Scholarship Program honors students who demonstrate outstanding leadership and integrity. These awards are made possible by the BBB Education Foundation. BBB Midwest Plains provides three $2,000 scholarships for each of the five regions in its service area: Kansas City & Western Missouri, Kansas Plains, Lincoln & Greater Nebraska, Omaha & Southwest Iowa, and South Dakota.
Better Business Bureau Application
Helen K. Joyce Scholarship (Local)
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Due to the Counseling Center by February 25th
This scholarship is for females only- must be enrolled or intending to enroll in a full-time course of study through an accredited educational institution; including a four-year university, a two-year community college or a program to prepare for a career in a trade. A high school grade point average of at least 2.5 on a four-point scale is required.
Bob Wells Memorial Scholarship Fund (Local)
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Due to the Counseling Center by February 28th
This scholarship is in memory of Bob Wells and is for students seeking an education in Tech schools as well as the following degrees: Business, Agriculture, Psychology, Sociology, or Gerontology
March
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Harry F. Duncan American Dream Foundation Scholarship (local)
Amount: First year - $5,000; renewable for 3 years at $2,000 per year or 1 more year for 2 year college (2 per school type given)
Due to the Counseling Center by March 5th
Criteria includes: students not in the top 10%, service to Savannah schools, attitude towards school, commitment to school rules, desire to achieve to the best of ability, good attendance, willingness to go the “extra mile,” and financial need. Recipients must have attended SHS for the last 3 years of high school. Duncan Scholarship Application
Connections Bank Scholarship - College or Trades
Amount: $1,500 (multiple given)
Deadline: Due to the Counseling Center by March 15h or you will be responsible for submitting to Connections
Connections Bank is proud to sponsor scholarships for its customers and their children who are high school seniors within our banking communities.
Must be attending a 4 year university. Connections Bank Application
Kneale Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31st
A scholarship will be given to a Savannah Senior on behalf of the Kneale Family Trust. Preference will be given to students planning a vocational field of study. Secondary preference will be given to students planning a two- or four-year course of study.
Kneale Scholarship Application
Emery Sapp and Sons Foundation Scholarship - online application
Amount: $1,500 (multiple given)
Deadline: March 31st
Applicant is applying for/currently attending college, graduate school, or a skilled trade school (vocational or technical). Trade school students must be pursuing a program requiring one academic year or more for certification. An applicant could also be involved in a community and/or industry craft training program. Applicant is pursuing a career in the construction industry. Eligibility is not limited to students pursuing technical degrees. The foundation retains the right to determine if a major or program in which the student is enrolled meets this eligibility requirement. Applicants may be awarded only one scholarship annually. Applicant is a U.S. citizen or documented permanent resident of the United States (i.e. has a “permanent resident” card). ESS Foundation Scholarship
April
You can look Here for other scholarships that may pertain to you:
Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 30th
For support of 2 year and shorter programs, see this link for eligible programs. Please see the link below for more information and how to apply.
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