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Scholarship money does not grow on trees. You have to fill out applications to receive these important funds for furthering your education!
Barbara Lotze Scholarships for Future Teachers
Barbara Lotze Scholarships for Future Teachers
$2,000
Eligibility Requirements:
An undergraduate student enrolled in an accredited two-year college, four-year college or a university; or a high school senior accepted for such enrollment
Pursuing, or planning to pursue, a course of study leading toward a career in teaching high school physics
Show promise of success in studies
Citizen of the United States of America
DEADLINE: December 1st
https://www.aapt.org/programs/grants/lotze.cfm
Logan Middleton Sportsmanship Scholarship
This scholarship opportunity is offered to male applicants participating in the 2025 Blue & Gold Tournament. The award is two $2,000.00 scholarships.
The scholarship eligibility criteria is:
• Graduating High School Senior male
• Participating in the 2025 Blue & Gold Basketball Tournament; player or team manager
• Must have played basketball or been a team manager for at least two years
• GPA of 3.0; submit transcript
• Student must be applying to a two- or four-year accredited college or university
• Describe your participation in community service, school activities, and your involvement in your church
• One-page essay addressing “What sportsmanship means to me”
• Possible interview by the scholarship selection committee
See the counselor for a scholarship application. The recipients will be announced at the final game of the Blue & Gold Tournament.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Beth Hersh at 417-864-6199 or bhersh@cfozarks.org
The deadline is December 8, 2025.
Science Ambassador Scholarship
Science Ambassador Scholarship
Full Tuition
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a female high school senior or an undergraduate student
Must attend a school in the United States
DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15th
https://www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org/
Burger King Scholars Program
Burger King Scholars Program
Scholarships range from $1,000-$60,000; many awards available
Scholarships range from $1,000-$60,000; many awards available
Applicants must-
Be living in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam or Canada
Have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent
Plan to enroll full-time, without interruption, for the entire 2026-27 academic year at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school or CEGEP or equivalent in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam or Canada
ANDBe first-time applicants who are graduating 2026 high school seniors (U.S., Puerto Rico, and Guam), graduating from grade 12 (Canada) or graduating from homeschool education in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam, or Canada
ORBe a past recipient of the Burger King Scholarship who is a current college undergraduate
Deadline: December 15, 2025
Information found at: https://scholarshipamerica.org/scholarship/burgerking/
MissouriCorn Scholarship
Scholarship amount is $1,000 with multiple awards given. High school applicants must be Missouri residents from a Missouri farm or rural area. They must also plan to attend a two-year or four-year college or university and major in an agriculture field. The scholarship funds will apply toward the freshman year of college expenses for high school senior winners. Upon selection, all recipients must assist in staffing one of the following Missouri Corn events to complete the scholarship requirements: golf tournaments, sporting clay events, fairs, conferences, or other events designated by Missouri Corn. Applications for the 2026 Missouri Corn Scholarship Program will be available December 2025.
Deadline is generally February 14th.
https://mocorn.org/education/missouri-corn-scholarships/#
Public Safety Recruitment and Retention Act Scholarship
Public Safety Recruitment and Retention Act Scholarship
Full-time police officers, firefighters, paramedics, telecommunicator first responders, emergency medical technicians, and advanced emergency medical technicians with at least six years of service may be eligible to receive the scholarship. Additionally, the dependent children of those with at least 10 years of service may also qualify. Applicants must also meet certain eligibility requirements, including be a Missouri resident and complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
To apply, interested individuals must create an account and complete the application through the State Financial Aid Portal. In addition to the application, individuals will be required to upload and submit documentation verifying employment, Missouri residency, and other eligibility requirements.
The scholarship application and supporting documents must be submitted to the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (MDHEWD) by November 5, 2025, to be considered for the 2025-2026 school year. This covers tuition and fees for the entire academic year, including the current fall semester.
Additionally, the scholarship application for the 2026-2027 school year will be available in the State Financial Aid Portal by late October with a statutory deadline of December 15, 2025. Interested individuals will need to apply for the scholarship each academic year to be considered for the award.
For more information about the Public Safety Recruitment & Retention Act Scholarship, visit the MDHEWD website. Detailed information about qualifying majors, eligibility requirements, application instructions, and more is available in the Public Safety Recruitment & Retention Act Scholarship FAQs.
Deadline: December 15th, 2025
Deadline: December 15th, 2025
https://dhewd.mo.gov/ppc/grants-scholarships/public-safety-scholarship
AGC of Missouri Education Foundation Scholarship Program
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. Each application will be considered for one of the scholarships listed below. You need to only submit one application.
Scholarships Awarded:
Young Executives Club Scholarships
Aaron Loehr YEC Memorial Scholarship
Young Exec Scholarship
Construction Leadership Council Scholarships
Oliver J. Coulson CLC Memorial Scholarship
Mike Smalley CLC Memorial Scholarship
Education Foundation Scholarships
(multiple awards)
Scholarship Eligibility:
1. Applicants MUST attend a Missouri college,
university or other eligible school or such an institution which is located in a state contiguous to Missouri, on a full-time basis. The applicant’s field of study MUST be in construction, or a construction related field.
2. Graduating high school seniors and college students attending accredited universities, colleges, community colleges, or technical colleges are eligible to apply. Students MUST be pursuing a degree. [NOTE: Those planning to attend a school for a certification, please apply for the AGCMO Apprentice/Craft/Trade Grant, and not the college scholarship.]
3. Applicants MUST desire a career in the construction
industry upon graduation. The AGC of Missouri Education Foundation retains the right to determine if a major or program in which the student is enrolled or plans to enroll meets this eligibility requirement.
Application:
Applicants must complete the scholarship application on the Smarter Select scholarship management platform for the AGC of Missouri Education Foundation, provide official high school or college or program transcripts, and two letters of recommendation.
To access the application, click on the link below and set up an account. Applications close on December 31.
https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/104632-Agc-Of-Missouri
NROTC---Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Scholarship Program
NROTC---Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Scholarship Program
Tuition and benefits up to $200,000
Eligibility Requirements:
US Citizen
be 17 by Sept. 1 of first year in college and not older
than 23 by Dec. 31 of year you start college
HS Diploma
ACT of 21 in math and 22 in English, GPA of 2.75
2.0 grade in Algebra II
More information is available from : https://www.todaysmilitary.com/education-training/rotc-programs?gclsrc=aw.ds&gclid=Cj0KCQiArt6PBhCoARIsAMF5wajchll8PzQ35yvdhPI07EkT60d5_hiZjxSB4vSSaPOUtk2pYrP4HuoaAt7lEALw_wcB&matchtype=p&keyword=apply%20for%20rotc%20scholarship&cid=318932364&agid=23063098284&device=c&placement=&creative=595818284146&target=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=318932364&gbraid=0AAAAAD_dlhrQ1WHFd8oFU9DkGVvBZzvhy&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIhtfs2NKIkAMVTzYIBR1F1QH8EAAYASAEEgJcffD_BwE#jump-rotc-training-and-scholarship
Scholarships are typically submitted by the end of the first semester of the student's senior year.
NROTC---Naval Pre-Medical Scholarship Program
NROTC---Naval Pre-Medical Scholarship Program
Tuition and benefits up to $200,000
Eligibility Requirements:
US Citizen
ACT of 21 in math and 22 in English, composite score of 28
Must Commission prior to the end of the calendar year you turn 27
Meet physical fitness standards
GPA of 3.5
More information is available from :
https://etoolbox.cnrc.navy.mil/assets/rads/NROTC%20Pre-Med.pdf
https://www.navy.com/careers-benefits/education/nrotc
"No Sweat" Scholarship
"No Sweat" Scholarship
No income requirements
No GPA requirements
$2,500 to be used for educational need
Deadline: December 31, 2025 with opportunities quarterly
Information at: https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/
Aya Healthcare Future Travel Nurse Scholarship
Aya Healthcare Future Travel Nurse Scholarship
$1,000, 10 Awards Available
Eligibility: Full-time nursing students, or those with proof of acceptance to a nursing program at an accredited institution in the U.S., who:
Are in good academic standing with a 3.0 GPA or higher
Are involved in extracurricular organizations and/or volunteer work
Are passionate about patient care and a career in healthcare
Deadline: December 31, 2025
Information available at: https://www.ayahealthcare.com/travel-nursing/future-travel-nurse-scholarship/
MO State Society Daughter of the American Revolution Scholarship
MO State Society Daughter of the American Revolution Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements:
Student pursuing degree of choice
Top 10% of class/ US citizen/MO resident
Attend a MO college except for Casteel Capps scholarship
Four letters of recommendation/one from principal or counselor two teachers/one outside source
$4,000 one time award
Applications should be postmarked by January 1st
More information is available at: scholarships@mssdar.org
Additional scholarships to consider on the website include:
Irene and Leeta Wagy Memorial Scholarship
Dorothy Poikert Memorial Scholarship
Roberta Casteel Capps American History Scholarship
Nash Music Scholarship
MSSDAR JROTC Scholarship
Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation
Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation
Multiple scholarships of varying amounts open to Missourians
$5 processing fee for each scholarship you apply for thru ESA
Opens on Sept. 1st. and closes on February 2nd
Numerous scholarships by state including:
ESA Foundation Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
$1,000 one time amount---two scholarships awarded
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=28
ESA Alice/Jeanne Wagner Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 and Nursing Major
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
$900 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=8
ESA Arlene and Dennis Schlosser Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
14 scholarships of $1,000 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=11
ESA Ayers/Gallatin Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
$700 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=12
ESA BMW Hope Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Epilepsy Diagnosis
$750 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=14
ESA Bob and Jan Jones Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0 and Education Major
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
$800 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=65
ESA Carol Murphy Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Major in business, education or teaching
$500 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=70
ESA Charles Lester & Chuck Yates Eagle Scout Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
Eagle Scout
$600 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=254
ESA Dorothy Dyer Vanek Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
$1,750 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=75
ESA Ellsworth Family Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Major in art education, art history, design, studio art
$500 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=212
ESA Jay Peckham Pharmacy Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Major in pharmacy
$500 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=99
ESA Jeanne Parker Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
$500 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=17
ESA MARC Purple Heart Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Child or grandchild of US Armed Forces Purple Heart
Medal Recipient and must have military connection
$650 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=229
ESA MARC Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Resident of Missouri
$750 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=117
ESA Martha and Jim Beshears Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Must have a learning disability and IEP or 504
$650 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=238
ESA Mary Louise Smith Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
$1,000 one time amount 8 scholarships awarded
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=22
ESA McConnel Family Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Female student majoring in veterinary
$1,150 one time amount 2 scholarships awarded
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=24
ESA Missouri GICC Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Resident of Missouri
$500 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=124
ESA Missouri State Council Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Resident of Missouri
$700 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=125
ESA Missouri Torchbearer's Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Resident of Missouri
$700 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=126
ESA Parr Family Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Resident of Missouri
$900 one time amount 2 scholarships awarded
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=139
ESA St. Jude Children Research Hospital Cancer Survivor Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
St. Jude Cancer Survivor
$600 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=201
ESA Worda Russell Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Competitive based on service/leadership
Financial need and scholastic ability
Major in education or teaching
$550 one time amount
https://scholarship.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarshipdetail.cfm?Id=26
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