DECEMBER
Scholarship for Military Children Program
Unmarried children under the age of 23 of active duty, Reserve/Guard and retired military personnel are eligible. Criteria include a 3.0 GPA and attending a 4 year college.
December 13
Missouri Corn Scholarship
Total of $7500 in scholarships awarded to the Missouri residents from a Missouri farm or rural area who plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college in the State of Missouri and major in agronomy or related field.
December 15, 2017
Youth Pork Ambassador Program
Senior who is the son/daughter of a parent involved in the pork industry; must plan to continue education at a tech school, 2 or 4 yr college; 3 letters of recommendation; transcript required, must be a resident of Missouri, and have their own transportation.
($1000 scholarship to winner)
December 15, 2017
Burger King Scholarship
2,200 scholarships to be awarded nation-wide; ranging from $1000 to $50,000. Criteria includes 2.5 GPA on 4.0 scale, and community/school activities.
December 15, 2017
AXA Achievement Scholarship
Seniors who have been active in their community, led a project that benefits others, or overcome personal challenges. A winner in every state, with scholarships of $10,000 and $25,000.
December 15, 2017
NWMSU Booth College of Business & Professional Studies
Students planning to attend NWMSU in the areas of Business, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Computer Mgmt, Broadcasting, Journalism, Ag, Marketing, Computer Science; 1-2 page essay required; letter of recommendation.
December 15, 2017
JANUARY
MO Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)
The Nash Music Scholarship
MSSDAR Scholarship- A one-time preferred amount of $2000 is awarded to a student pursuing a degree of his/her choice. This scholarship is offered to a graduating Missouri high school senior who plans to attend an accredited college or university in Missouri
Irene & LeetaWaggy Memorial Scholarship- A one-time preferred amount is awarded to a woman pursing a degree in nursing
Dorothy Poikert Memorial Scholarship- A one-time preferred amount of $500 is awarded to a student pursing a degree in business
Capps American History Scholarships- A one-time preferred amount of $1000 is awarded to a student who will have a concentrated study of a minimu of twenty-four credit hours in American History and Government while in college. This scholarship is available to seniors in high school through junior in college.
January 1, 2018
NFIB Youth Entrepreneur Foundation Award
Students who demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit through starting his/her own business, either on their own or through participating organizations, such as DECA, FFA, FBLA. May include work experiences as community volunteer work as well; typed essay describing experience; transcript; planning to attend vocational or 2 or 4 yr school.
January 2,
US JCI (Junior Chamber International) Senate Foundation
$1000 scholarships will be awarded by the United States JCI Senate Foundation
January 5, 2018
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship Award
Awarded to students planning a career in government; essay required stating why he/she has chosen a career in government service
January 15, 2018
MENSA Education and Research Foundation
550-word (maximum) essay describing the application’s career, vocation or academic goals.
January 15, 2018
National Honor Society Scholarship
Seniors who are members of National Honor Society may apply.
January 30, 2018
National MS Society Scholarship Program
Available to students who have MS or who have a parent with MS.
January 31, 2018
Union Plus Scholarship Program
Current and retired members of unions participating in any Union Plus program, their spouses and their dependent children can apply for a Union Plus Scholarship. Members do not have to purchase any Union Plus program product or participate in any Union Plus programs to apply for the scholarships and scholarship awards are not based upon participation in a Union Plus program. Must be in one year continuous good standing union membership (satisfied by May 31, 2017) with a union participating in any Union Plus Program. Thisis a competitive scholarship, and applicantsare evaluated according toacademic ability, social awareness, financial need and appreciation of labor. AGPA of 3.0 or higher is recommended. Award amounts varies from $500 to $4000.
January 31, 2018
Missouri Sheriff’s Association
For students planning to major in criminal justice.
January 31
Conservation Foundation of Missouri Natural Resource Scholarship
Five Scholarships are given for $1000, based on financial need.
January 31, 2018
FEBRUARY
Missouri Western Competitive Scholarships (Including A+ & Alumni)
To be considered for many of the competitive scholarships, you will need to be accepted for admissions and complete the general scholarship application. The general scholarship application is located in your Goldlink account. Students must also complete the FAFSA.
February 1, 2018
Golden Griffon Competitive Scholarship (Missouri Western)
Students must rank in the top 10% of class OR have a 3.5 cumulative GPA (on 4.0 scale), have an ACT of at least 27, and show evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities and community service. Applicants must have already applied and been accepted to MWSU. Applicants are required to fill out the general scholarship application through their Goldlink account before February 1 in order to qualify for the scholarship. Applicants must submit one essay and may be invited to a personal interview. If selected for this scholarship, students must be in the honors program, live in the residence halls, and become an active member of MWSU club or organization. This scholarship is renewable for 4 years if a student maintains a GPA of 3.5. Must have already applied for admission and been accepted to MWSU. For those who choose to live on-campus, the scholarship will also include the cost of room on the Academic Achievement Floor in Vaselakos Hall, and will remain fixed at the freshman-year cost renewable up to four years. Multiple scholarships are given for $5000.
February 1, 2018
National FFA College and VoTech Scholarship
Various scholarships sponsored by companies are offered to FFA members with excellent records, good academic standing.
February 1, 2018
Westlake Foundation Scholarship
Seniors planning to attend a 4 year college or university; must demonstrate financial need, 2.5 or higher GPA
February 1, 2018
Missouri State Fair/Youth-In-Agriculture
For seniors who have participated in the Missouri State Fair as a youth exhibitor in the FFA or 4-H divisions.
February 1, 2018
Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship
$1000 (40) For students who began employment on or before 9/15/2015 or a son/daughter of a Hy-Vee employee. Application can be found on the school’s webpage.
February 10, 2018
Teens for Alzheimer's Awareness College Scholarship
To qualify students must be a US citizen and plan to enter an accredited 4-year college/university. Requirements include the following: completed application, 200 word typewritten autobiography, and a 1,200-1,500 word essay with a title page. Awards given vary from $500 to $5000.
February 15, 2018
Missouri Society of Certified Public Accounts
$500 scholarships will be awarded to students planning to attend a two-or four-year Missouri college or university to study accounting. The awards are given without regard to financial need.
February 23, 2018
Youth Foundation/Hadden Scholarship
Seniors who plan to attend a 4 year college, must have at least a 3.5 GPA and be taking advanced college preparatory courses, and show financial need.
February 28, 2018