Scholarships
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2023-2024 Due Dates
February 2024
Master Gardener’s Scholarship
Due Date: February 23
Three $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to three students that reside in Callaway, Cole, Moniteau, Osage, Maries and Miller counties. Applicants must be planning to enroll in an accredited college, university, technical or trade school for the fall term of the current year. Applicants are limited to those who plan to study horticulture, agriculture, conservation or forestry.
How to Apply:
master_gardners_scholarship_app.pdf
Play Scholars Helping Collars Scholarship
Due February 26
Amount: $1500
Students from across the U.S. are invited to apply for P.L.A.Y.’s annual Scholars Helping Collars Scholarship. This $1,500 scholarship rewards one student who can tell the best story, describing the impact he or she made in the life of a rescue animal or animal welfare cause in general.
https://www.petplay.com/pages/scholarship
Mid America Bank Scholarship
Due: February 29
Amount: $1000
Minimum Applicant's current, primary residence must be within Boone, Camden, Callaway, Cole, Gasconade, Maries, Miller or Osage County. Applicant must currently be a senior in high school. Applicant must have and maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA or above. Applicant must plan to pursue a higher education degree in business, finance, accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship or similar field. If selected as a winner, the recipient must provide Mid America Bank with proof of enrollment & participation in the study of business, finance, accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship or similar field for the 2024-2025 school year from a college or university dated after 7/1/24. Once requirements are met, the scholarship check will be made out to and mailed directly to the recipient.
https://www.midambk.com/about-us/community
March 2024
Missouri Bankers Foundation Scholarship
Due: March 1
Amount: $1000
Minimum The Missouri Bankers Foundation established a scholarship program for high school students pursuing a banking related degree program in college. These scholarships help prepare the next generation of Missouri banking leaders. The foundation currently awards seven one-time $1,000 scholarships.
Eligibility - Applicants must be high school seniors who have exhibited academic achievement. Applicants must enroll as a full-time college student in a program leading to a major in a field related to banking.
https://www.mobankers.com/MBA/About_MBA/Missouri_Bankers_Foundation/S/MBA/AboutMBA/MissouriBankersFoundation/Scholarships.aspx
Project 21 Scholarship
Due: March 1
Amount: $1500
The goal of this scholarship 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. For more information download the application.
2024_project_21_application.pdf
The Masonic Scholarships
Due: March 1
The Masonic Scholarship Fund of Missouri, Inc. proudly offers three different scholarships for 4 Year Undergraduate degrees to Missouri high school students. NEW! We are now offering a 2 year scholarship for Community College attendance! These scholarships are available to students graduating this year from a Missouri high school, seeking to attend an accredited institution or higher education anywhere. Masonic Merit Scholarship A $1,000/year scholarship available to students in any degree program. Ruth Lutes Bachmann Scholarship A $1,000/year scholarship for students seeking a degree in the education or healthcare fields. Samuel Smith Stewart Masonic Scholarship A $16,000/year* scholarship available to students in any degree program *subject to change based on market conditions. Community College Scholarship A $1,000/year scholarship available to students in any degree program.
https://momason.org/scholarships/
Missouri Courage Scholarship
Due: March 1
Amount: $500-$2000
Missouri Courage Scholarship (MCS) and our partner organizations award scholarships to graduating seniors from Missouri high schools pursuing higher education. Applications will be comprehensively evaluated on a variety of metrics including academic achievement, school involvement, community engagement, diversity, demonstrations of courage, and commitment to enhancing the lives of LGBTQ individuals and working toward social justice.
How to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSey7AD22e6gY1Sa0TwKkokhkk5gwSeAQrBxCTobQec11fS0NA/viewform
Hagan Scholarship
Due: March 1
The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to achieve their goals and graduate college debt-free. Applicants must graduate from a high school located in the United States. Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2022 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000. Free workshops, Free Schwab Brokerage Accounts, and Free Study Abroad provide recipients with a practical understanding of important life skills not typically covered in the school curriculum. Recipients graduating college while in the Hagan Scholarship Program can apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship good for up to four additional consecutive semesters. Hagan Scholars have attended over 500 colleges and universities located in 48 states.
https://haganscholarships.org/#
Missouri Women’s Golf Association Scholarship
Due Date: March 9
Scholarships are given in recognition of overall high school records and community service. One of these scholarships has been named in honor of Mary Jane Landreth in recognition of her generous contributions to the MWGEA, Inc. In addition to the MWGEA, Inc. scholarships, the Shepherd Foundation of St. Louis, Missouri donates one or more scholarships to the MWGEA, Inc. These scholarships known as the Susan E. Shepherd Memorial Scholarships are awarded by the MWGEA, Inc.
How to Apply: http://www.mogolf.org/mwgea-scholarship/
Sgt. James Flessa Memorial Scholarship
Due: March 15
The Sgt. James Flessa Memorial Scholarship (Flessa Scholarship) was established in 2022 to encourage high school students to personally take the pledge to never operate a vehicle while drunk or impaired and to encourage their fellow students and loved ones to do the same. The mission of this scholarship is to honor the memory and work of Sgt. James “Jim” Flessa for DWI enforcement during his service as a Cole County Sheriff’s Deputy. In 2006, Sgt. Flessa received the National Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award. His work will be honored by students who pledge to help prevent drunk or impaired driving to ensure safer roads for all students and families in our community.
How to Apply: scholarship_james_flessa_form.docx
State Tech Scholarships
Due: March 15
The Foundation for State Technical College of Missouri manages over 30 scholarships sponsored exclusively for students attending State Tech. To apply for any of the Foundation Scholarships, please complete the Scholarship Application. Scholarship eligibility is determined by application information. In addition to fulfilling scholarship criteria, consideration is based on availability of funds.
https://www.statetechmo.edu/scholarships/
Bittersweet Garden Club Scholarship
Due: March 15
Amount: $1000
Must live within the Jefferson City trade area. Have a ‘B’ average, and plan to major in one of the following fields of study: Agronomy, Agriculture Education, Floriculture, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Botany/Biology, Forestry, Wildlife Science, Plant Pathology/Science, City (Rural & Urban) Planning, Habitat or Forest/Systems Ecology, Environmental Concerns, Environmental Conservation, Land Management, and/or other related or allied subjects.
How to apply: www.bittersweetgardenclub.com/scholarship.html
Cole R-1 Jason Russell Memorial Scholarship
Due: March 22
Amount: $1000 to two students
Minimum Qualifications: Graduating seniors from Cole County R-1, Russellville High School. Students may be going into a two or four year institution. Preference will be given to those entering a STEM field.
How to Apply: jason_russell_memorial_scholarship_2324.pdf
Cole R-1 Celia McIlwain Memorial Scholarship
Due Date: March 27
Amount: $300
For graduating seniors from Cole County R-1, Russellville High School. Eligibility: Rank in upper 50% of graduating class, Financial need, Show proof of acceptance and enrollment in college, university, or technical college, Write a 1 page essay detailing your educational and career goals and financial need.
How to Apply: celia_mcilwain_memorial_scholarship__1_.pdf
Moniteau County Cattlemen’s Scholarship
Due: March 29
Eligibility Requirements – Graduate from Moniteau County high school current year; Graduate from a high school in a county bordering Moniteau and student and/or parents have been active members of the Moniteau County Cattlemen’s Ass’n. Complete high school with a minimum of a “C+” (2.5 on 4.0 point scale) G.P.A.A complete application turned in by the deadline to the Counselor.
How to Apply: moniteau_cattlemens_scholarship_application.docx
Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Business Scholarship
Scholarship
Due: March 29
Amount: $1000
The Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce scholarships are now available for 2024 graduating high school seniors pursuing further education in business. At least one $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. This scholarship is being made available through generous contributions of the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce member businesses to develop and support future business and community leaders. Applicants must be employed by a member business, possess a minimum GPA of 2.75, provide proof of acceptance in a business, or business-affiliated program (such as marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, etc.) at an accredited two or four year college/university or an accredited post-secondary technical school.
How to Apply: lacc_-_business_scholarship_application.pdf , lacc_2024_current_members.xlsx
Hawthorn Bank Scholarship
Due: March 31
Amount: $1000
Applicant must currently be a senior in High School. 2. Applicant must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or above. 3. Applicant must plan to pursue a higher education degree in business or finance. 4. Applicant must have received no more than 4 disciplinary actions while in high school (e.g., detentions, ISS, OSS, etc.) 5. Applicant must submit the completed and signed scholarship application to any Hawthorn Bank location or scanned and e-mailed in a Word or PDF format to [email protected] no later than March 31. Mailed applications must be postmarked on or before March 31.
https://www.hawthornbank.com/about-us/community-programs
April 2024
Cole R-1 CTA Scholarship
Amount: $500
Due Date: April 1
The student must be a graduating senior in good standing who has participated in school and community activities. The student must be willing to read the winning essay to the faculty during a PLC meeting in May.
How to Apply: rhs_cta_scholarship_2024.doc
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America: Teens For Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship
Due April 1
Amount: $5000
AFA’s Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship provides educational funding to college-bound high school seniors who have been impacted by Alzheimer’s disease. Applicants are asked to write an essay (1,500 word maximum) describing the impact of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families or their communities, and what they have learned from it. Winners are chosen based off of their essay scores. The grand prize winner receives $5,000, with additional prizes awarded for runners up. More than $350,000 in college scholarships have been awarded since the program’s inception. https://alzfdn.org/young-leaders-of-afa/alzheimers-awareness-scholarship/
High Point Community Renewal Association "Lucy Papen" Memorial Scholarship
Due Date: April 1
Amount: $1000
Qualifications for this scholarship include the following: Applicant is a graduate of High Point Elementary School and attended High Point Elementary School for a minimum of four years. Applicants must graduate from high school with a 3.0 (B) grade point average (College – 3.0 GPA). Applicants will attend an accredited college or university as a full-time student enrolled in an associate or baccalaureate program. Applicants may apply and/or reapply during any of the four or five years they are full time students working on an associate or baccalaureate degree. (Not limited to the freshman year.) Applications should be postmarked by April 1.
How to Apply: hpcra_lucy_papen_scholarship_2024_application.doc
Cole County Citizenship and Service Scholarship
Due Date: April 1
Amount: $500
All Cole County students, who will be attending a university, college or trade school in the fall of 2024, are eligible to apply. The
application process will be conducted and funds will be supplied by Jeff Hoelscher, Cole County Eastern District Commissioner.
Multiple $500 scholarships may be awarded.
How to Apply: 2024_scholarship_application.pdf
2024_scholarship_application.docx
Home Builders Association of Central Missouri Scholarship
Due Date: April 1
students who will be attending a two (2) or four (4) year college majoring in a construction related field the following Fall Semester – based on the following criteria: Employees or Family of Businesses related to the Building Industry and/or Students interested in fields of study related to the industry will get scholarship preference. Some basis of need. Must meet close to one or more of the following: Academic Average – meet academic standards, School Attendance – 90% attendance rate. Participation in Extracurricular Activities – i.e. student organizations, jobs, community involvement. Preference will be given to construction related field – i.e. Construction Management, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Excavating and other specific trades/and/or majors
How to Apply: hba_2024_scholarship_application.doc
Jefferson City West Side Business Scholarship
Due: April 1
Amount: $1000
Employer or parent(s) employer is a member of the West Side Business Association
How to apply: https://www.jcwsba.com/scholarship-applications
Lohman Lion’s Scholarship
Due Date: April 4
Amount: $200
Application requires listing school, church, community activities, organizations a member of, honors awarded, intended major and/or career goal.
How to Apply: lohman_lions_club_2324.pdf
David Holsten Memorial Agriculture & Construction Scholarship
Amount: $500
Due Date: April 12
The David Holsten Agriculture & Construction Scholarships will be awarded to two graduating seniors that are pursuing a career in agriculture or construction. David never went to college, but still managed to work in construction for over 40 years and owned his own business for 30 years. He owned and operated his beef cattle farm with his wife for 40 years. David always believed in working hard for what you had in life and always helping a neighbor in need. These scholarships are a one-time award to two graduating seniors from Russellville High School. We are awarding one $500 scholarship to a senior pursuing a career in agriculture and one $500 scholarship to a senior pursuing a career in construction. The scholarship will be paid directly to the recipient by the end of August. The recipients must show dedication to their chosen career path and have a grade point average of 2.5 or above. The recipients can be attending a four year college, a trade school, or going straight into the workforce.
How to Apply: 2024_david_holsten_memorial_scholarship.pdf
Global Lift Equipment Scholarship
Due: April 15
Amount: $500
Eligibility: Currently or planning on attending post-secondary institution no later than September 2022. Submit application and short story. For more information on the application please visit the website.
How to Apply: https://usedforklifts.ca/used_inventory/41469/used_taylor_forklifts_inventory_canada.php
CO-MO Cares Lineman Scholarship
Due April 19
The Co-Mo Connect Lineman Scholarship is an opportunity for local high school seniors who might be interested in attending electric line school through the Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS) program at State Tech in Linn, MO, or Ozarks Technical in Lebanon, MO. This scholarship is only available to students interested in the EDS program. Eligible students must live within Co-Mo’s service territory to be considered, attend OTC or State Technical College, and eventually be accepted into the EDS program. Even if the student resides in a town where Co-Mo is not their electric service provider, they are still eligible to apply. For example, Co-Mo Connect does not electrically serve the town of Versailles, but a student living in the city limits would still be eligible for the scholarship because Co-Mo provides electric service around the entire town. Here is a link to our service map to help visualize our service territory/area boundaries.
How to apply: co-mo_post_scholarship_employment_agreement_-_minor.pdf
co-mo_electric_lineman_scholarship_application_2023.11.08.pdf
co-mo_post_scholarship_employment_agreement.pdf
internship_ui_exemption_form.pdf
Digital Responsibility Scholarships
E-Waste Scholarship: April 30
http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/scholarships
May 2024
Cole County Farm Bureau Scholarship
Due Date: May 1
Amount: $1000
Scholarship must be used for courses that have a relation to the study of Agricultural pursuit or tech college and professions necessary to the rural community such as business education, medicine, journalism, etc.
How to Apply: cole_county_farm.pdf
Mid Missouri AGA Scholarship
Due: May 1
Amount: Up to $250
AGA Mid-Missouri Chapter is a professional association of more than 100 individuals. Members include accountants, auditors, budget analysts, data processors, finance directors, procurement, IT and system designers. AGA serves its members by providing quality educational programs, encouraging professional development and certification while serving as an advocate for the profession. The AGA provides a certification program and the Certified Government Financial Manager designation. Skip Eno was a founding member of the Mid-MO AGA Chapter, serving the local chapter and National level for over 40 years. Purpose: To extend scholarship assistance to students enrolling full-time in a college/university in a Bachelors degree program in the State of Missouri with the intent to pursue a degree in a business related field of study.
How to Apply: https://midmoaga.org/Awards_Scholarships
Joe Machens Drives Education Scholarship
Due Date: May 14
Amount: $2500
Joe Machens Dealerships, owned & operated by McLarty Auto Group, is offering Drives Education Scholarships to current High School Seniors to help further their educational futures. We want to give back to our communities by investing into the lives of our students looking to attend higher education.
How to Apply: https://www.machens.com/machens-drives-education
rootEd Undergraduate Scholarship
Due: May 15
Amount: Up to $12000 a year
Minimum Qualifications: Graduating senior entering college in the 2024-2025 academic year, enrolled in a bachelor’s degree-granting program; 2.0 cumulative GPA; Demonstrate financial need by the FAFSA.
How to Apply: https://sfstl.org/rooted-undergraduate-scholarship/
Young Women in STEM Scholarship
Due: May 23
Amount: $5000 to two students
Eligibility Requirements - Financial Background: Low-Income; Gender: Female; Education Level: High School Senior, Major: STEM
The Young Women in STEM Scholarship looks to encourage the future generation of women in STEM fields, especially those coming from low-income backgrounds. Female high school seniors and undergraduate students that are from a low-income household and are pursuing a degree in STEM can apply.
How to Apply: https://bold.org/scholarships/young-women-in-stem-scholarship/
Insurance Professionals of Mid-Missouri Scholarship
Due: May 31
Amount: $750
High school seniors graduating in the 2023-24 school year, who have been accepted to an accredited college or university following graduation, and currently attend high school in one of the following counties: Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cole, Cooper, Howard, Moniteau, and Randolph.
How to Apply: ipmm.pdf
June 2024
Digital Responsibility Scholarships
Digital Privacy Scholarship: June 30
http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/scholarships
July 2024
City Property Management HOA Service
Scholarship
Due: July 31
The Scholarship is open nationwide to those who will be attending college during the fall semester of 2024. Special consideration will be given to an undergraduate who is interested in pursuing a career in HOA Management, but anyone meeting the requirements who can demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the Real Estate field will be considered. This Award will be presented to current college students, but high school seniors who will be attending school in the fall semester of 2024 are also welcome to apply. The award will be presented to a college student who is enrolled by the fall semester of 2024 but will not have graduated by fall semester of 2024 & is still attending courses at this time. This will be a one-time award. The Scholarship will be judged primarily on merit and need. Academic achievements as well as any leadership experiences will be taken into account.
https://www.cityproperty.com/phoenix#scholarship
Boone Believes in Me Scholarship
This scholarship is geared towards those who are interested in joining the medical field in the following capacities: Paramedic, Certified Surgical Technologist, Certified Nurse Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, or a Licensed Practical Nurse. Additional requirements to qualify for this grant include: Residing in one of the following counties: Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Camden, Cole, Cooper, Crawford, Dent, Gasconade, Howard, Laclede, Maries, Miller, Moniteau, Morgan, Osage, Phelps, Pulaski, or Washington
Be a minimum of age 18 at the time of application. Completion of the certification program and certification obtained immediately following the program. All certifications must be obtained by September 30, 2025. Commitment to working at Boone Health for two years after receiving license/certification. Working at Boone Health while earning license/certification.
https://boone.health/careers/bbim-grant/
February 2024
Master Gardener’s Scholarship
Due Date: February 23
Three $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to three students that reside in Callaway, Cole, Moniteau, Osage, Maries and Miller counties. Applicants must be planning to enroll in an accredited college, university, technical or trade school for the fall term of the current year. Applicants are limited to those who plan to study horticulture, agriculture, conservation or forestry.
How to Apply:
master_gardners_scholarship_app.pdf
Play Scholars Helping Collars Scholarship
Due February 26
Amount: $1500
Students from across the U.S. are invited to apply for P.L.A.Y.’s annual Scholars Helping Collars Scholarship. This $1,500 scholarship rewards one student who can tell the best story, describing the impact he or she made in the life of a rescue animal or animal welfare cause in general.
https://www.petplay.com/pages/scholarship
Mid America Bank Scholarship
Due: February 29
Amount: $1000
Minimum Applicant's current, primary residence must be within Boone, Camden, Callaway, Cole, Gasconade, Maries, Miller or Osage County. Applicant must currently be a senior in high school. Applicant must have and maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA or above. Applicant must plan to pursue a higher education degree in business, finance, accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship or similar field. If selected as a winner, the recipient must provide Mid America Bank with proof of enrollment & participation in the study of business, finance, accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship or similar field for the 2024-2025 school year from a college or university dated after 7/1/24. Once requirements are met, the scholarship check will be made out to and mailed directly to the recipient.
https://www.midambk.com/about-us/community
March 2024
Missouri Bankers Foundation Scholarship
Due: March 1
Amount: $1000
Minimum The Missouri Bankers Foundation established a scholarship program for high school students pursuing a banking related degree program in college. These scholarships help prepare the next generation of Missouri banking leaders. The foundation currently awards seven one-time $1,000 scholarships.
Eligibility - Applicants must be high school seniors who have exhibited academic achievement. Applicants must enroll as a full-time college student in a program leading to a major in a field related to banking.
https://www.mobankers.com/MBA/About_MBA/Missouri_Bankers_Foundation/S/MBA/AboutMBA/MissouriBankersFoundation/Scholarships.aspx
Project 21 Scholarship
Due: March 1
Amount: $1500
The goal of this scholarship 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. For more information download the application.
2024_project_21_application.pdf
The Masonic Scholarships
Due: March 1
The Masonic Scholarship Fund of Missouri, Inc. proudly offers three different scholarships for 4 Year Undergraduate degrees to Missouri high school students. NEW! We are now offering a 2 year scholarship for Community College attendance! These scholarships are available to students graduating this year from a Missouri high school, seeking to attend an accredited institution or higher education anywhere. Masonic Merit Scholarship A $1,000/year scholarship available to students in any degree program. Ruth Lutes Bachmann Scholarship A $1,000/year scholarship for students seeking a degree in the education or healthcare fields. Samuel Smith Stewart Masonic Scholarship A $16,000/year* scholarship available to students in any degree program *subject to change based on market conditions. Community College Scholarship A $1,000/year scholarship available to students in any degree program.
https://momason.org/scholarships/
Missouri Courage Scholarship
Due: March 1
Amount: $500-$2000
Missouri Courage Scholarship (MCS) and our partner organizations award scholarships to graduating seniors from Missouri high schools pursuing higher education. Applications will be comprehensively evaluated on a variety of metrics including academic achievement, school involvement, community engagement, diversity, demonstrations of courage, and commitment to enhancing the lives of LGBTQ individuals and working toward social justice.
How to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSey7AD22e6gY1Sa0TwKkokhkk5gwSeAQrBxCTobQec11fS0NA/viewform
Hagan Scholarship
Due: March 1
The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to achieve their goals and graduate college debt-free. Applicants must graduate from a high school located in the United States. Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2022 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000. Free workshops, Free Schwab Brokerage Accounts, and Free Study Abroad provide recipients with a practical understanding of important life skills not typically covered in the school curriculum. Recipients graduating college while in the Hagan Scholarship Program can apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship good for up to four additional consecutive semesters. Hagan Scholars have attended over 500 colleges and universities located in 48 states.
https://haganscholarships.org/#
Missouri Women’s Golf Association Scholarship
Due Date: March 9
Scholarships are given in recognition of overall high school records and community service. One of these scholarships has been named in honor of Mary Jane Landreth in recognition of her generous contributions to the MWGEA, Inc. In addition to the MWGEA, Inc. scholarships, the Shepherd Foundation of St. Louis, Missouri donates one or more scholarships to the MWGEA, Inc. These scholarships known as the Susan E. Shepherd Memorial Scholarships are awarded by the MWGEA, Inc.
How to Apply: http://www.mogolf.org/mwgea-scholarship/
Sgt. James Flessa Memorial Scholarship
Due: March 15
The Sgt. James Flessa Memorial Scholarship (Flessa Scholarship) was established in 2022 to encourage high school students to personally take the pledge to never operate a vehicle while drunk or impaired and to encourage their fellow students and loved ones to do the same. The mission of this scholarship is to honor the memory and work of Sgt. James “Jim” Flessa for DWI enforcement during his service as a Cole County Sheriff’s Deputy. In 2006, Sgt. Flessa received the National Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award. His work will be honored by students who pledge to help prevent drunk or impaired driving to ensure safer roads for all students and families in our community.
How to Apply: scholarship_james_flessa_form.docx
State Tech Scholarships
Due: March 15
The Foundation for State Technical College of Missouri manages over 30 scholarships sponsored exclusively for students attending State Tech. To apply for any of the Foundation Scholarships, please complete the Scholarship Application. Scholarship eligibility is determined by application information. In addition to fulfilling scholarship criteria, consideration is based on availability of funds.
https://www.statetechmo.edu/scholarships/
Bittersweet Garden Club Scholarship
Due: March 15
Amount: $1000
Must live within the Jefferson City trade area. Have a ‘B’ average, and plan to major in one of the following fields of study: Agronomy, Agriculture Education, Floriculture, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Botany/Biology, Forestry, Wildlife Science, Plant Pathology/Science, City (Rural & Urban) Planning, Habitat or Forest/Systems Ecology, Environmental Concerns, Environmental Conservation, Land Management, and/or other related or allied subjects.
How to apply: www.bittersweetgardenclub.com/scholarship.html
Cole R-1 Jason Russell Memorial Scholarship
Due: March 22
Amount: $1000 to two students
Minimum Qualifications: Graduating seniors from Cole County R-1, Russellville High School. Students may be going into a two or four year institution. Preference will be given to those entering a STEM field.
How to Apply: jason_russell_memorial_scholarship_2324.pdf
Cole R-1 Celia McIlwain Memorial Scholarship
Due Date: March 27
Amount: $300
For graduating seniors from Cole County R-1, Russellville High School. Eligibility: Rank in upper 50% of graduating class, Financial need, Show proof of acceptance and enrollment in college, university, or technical college, Write a 1 page essay detailing your educational and career goals and financial need.
How to Apply: celia_mcilwain_memorial_scholarship__1_.pdf
Moniteau County Cattlemen’s Scholarship
Due: March 29
Eligibility Requirements – Graduate from Moniteau County high school current year; Graduate from a high school in a county bordering Moniteau and student and/or parents have been active members of the Moniteau County Cattlemen’s Ass’n. Complete high school with a minimum of a “C+” (2.5 on 4.0 point scale) G.P.A.A complete application turned in by the deadline to the Counselor.
How to Apply: moniteau_cattlemens_scholarship_application.docx
Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Business Scholarship
Scholarship
Due: March 29
Amount: $1000
The Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce scholarships are now available for 2024 graduating high school seniors pursuing further education in business. At least one $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. This scholarship is being made available through generous contributions of the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce member businesses to develop and support future business and community leaders. Applicants must be employed by a member business, possess a minimum GPA of 2.75, provide proof of acceptance in a business, or business-affiliated program (such as marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, etc.) at an accredited two or four year college/university or an accredited post-secondary technical school.
How to Apply: lacc_-_business_scholarship_application.pdf , lacc_2024_current_members.xlsx
Hawthorn Bank Scholarship
Due: March 31
Amount: $1000
Applicant must currently be a senior in High School. 2. Applicant must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or above. 3. Applicant must plan to pursue a higher education degree in business or finance. 4. Applicant must have received no more than 4 disciplinary actions while in high school (e.g., detentions, ISS, OSS, etc.) 5. Applicant must submit the completed and signed scholarship application to any Hawthorn Bank location or scanned and e-mailed in a Word or PDF format to [email protected] no later than March 31. Mailed applications must be postmarked on or before March 31.
https://www.hawthornbank.com/about-us/community-programs
April 2024
Cole R-1 CTA Scholarship
Amount: $500
Due Date: April 1
The student must be a graduating senior in good standing who has participated in school and community activities. The student must be willing to read the winning essay to the faculty during a PLC meeting in May.
How to Apply: rhs_cta_scholarship_2024.doc
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America: Teens For Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship
Due April 1
Amount: $5000
AFA’s Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship provides educational funding to college-bound high school seniors who have been impacted by Alzheimer’s disease. Applicants are asked to write an essay (1,500 word maximum) describing the impact of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families or their communities, and what they have learned from it. Winners are chosen based off of their essay scores. The grand prize winner receives $5,000, with additional prizes awarded for runners up. More than $350,000 in college scholarships have been awarded since the program’s inception. https://alzfdn.org/young-leaders-of-afa/alzheimers-awareness-scholarship/
High Point Community Renewal Association "Lucy Papen" Memorial Scholarship
Due Date: April 1
Amount: $1000
Qualifications for this scholarship include the following: Applicant is a graduate of High Point Elementary School and attended High Point Elementary School for a minimum of four years. Applicants must graduate from high school with a 3.0 (B) grade point average (College – 3.0 GPA). Applicants will attend an accredited college or university as a full-time student enrolled in an associate or baccalaureate program. Applicants may apply and/or reapply during any of the four or five years they are full time students working on an associate or baccalaureate degree. (Not limited to the freshman year.) Applications should be postmarked by April 1.
How to Apply: hpcra_lucy_papen_scholarship_2024_application.doc
Cole County Citizenship and Service Scholarship
Due Date: April 1
Amount: $500
All Cole County students, who will be attending a university, college or trade school in the fall of 2024, are eligible to apply. The
application process will be conducted and funds will be supplied by Jeff Hoelscher, Cole County Eastern District Commissioner.
Multiple $500 scholarships may be awarded.
How to Apply: 2024_scholarship_application.pdf
2024_scholarship_application.docx
Home Builders Association of Central Missouri Scholarship
Due Date: April 1
students who will be attending a two (2) or four (4) year college majoring in a construction related field the following Fall Semester – based on the following criteria: Employees or Family of Businesses related to the Building Industry and/or Students interested in fields of study related to the industry will get scholarship preference. Some basis of need. Must meet close to one or more of the following: Academic Average – meet academic standards, School Attendance – 90% attendance rate. Participation in Extracurricular Activities – i.e. student organizations, jobs, community involvement. Preference will be given to construction related field – i.e. Construction Management, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Excavating and other specific trades/and/or majors
How to Apply: hba_2024_scholarship_application.doc
Jefferson City West Side Business Scholarship
Due: April 1
Amount: $1000
Employer or parent(s) employer is a member of the West Side Business Association
How to apply: https://www.jcwsba.com/scholarship-applications
Lohman Lion’s Scholarship
Due Date: April 4
Amount: $200
Application requires listing school, church, community activities, organizations a member of, honors awarded, intended major and/or career goal.
How to Apply: lohman_lions_club_2324.pdf
David Holsten Memorial Agriculture & Construction Scholarship
Amount: $500
Due Date: April 12
The David Holsten Agriculture & Construction Scholarships will be awarded to two graduating seniors that are pursuing a career in agriculture or construction. David never went to college, but still managed to work in construction for over 40 years and owned his own business for 30 years. He owned and operated his beef cattle farm with his wife for 40 years. David always believed in working hard for what you had in life and always helping a neighbor in need. These scholarships are a one-time award to two graduating seniors from Russellville High School. We are awarding one $500 scholarship to a senior pursuing a career in agriculture and one $500 scholarship to a senior pursuing a career in construction. The scholarship will be paid directly to the recipient by the end of August. The recipients must show dedication to their chosen career path and have a grade point average of 2.5 or above. The recipients can be attending a four year college, a trade school, or going straight into the workforce.
How to Apply: 2024_david_holsten_memorial_scholarship.pdf
Global Lift Equipment Scholarship
Due: April 15
Amount: $500
Eligibility: Currently or planning on attending post-secondary institution no later than September 2022. Submit application and short story. For more information on the application please visit the website.
How to Apply: https://usedforklifts.ca/used_inventory/41469/used_taylor_forklifts_inventory_canada.php
CO-MO Cares Lineman Scholarship
Due April 19
The Co-Mo Connect Lineman Scholarship is an opportunity for local high school seniors who might be interested in attending electric line school through the Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS) program at State Tech in Linn, MO, or Ozarks Technical in Lebanon, MO. This scholarship is only available to students interested in the EDS program. Eligible students must live within Co-Mo’s service territory to be considered, attend OTC or State Technical College, and eventually be accepted into the EDS program. Even if the student resides in a town where Co-Mo is not their electric service provider, they are still eligible to apply. For example, Co-Mo Connect does not electrically serve the town of Versailles, but a student living in the city limits would still be eligible for the scholarship because Co-Mo provides electric service around the entire town. Here is a link to our service map to help visualize our service territory/area boundaries.
How to apply: co-mo_post_scholarship_employment_agreement_-_minor.pdf
co-mo_electric_lineman_scholarship_application_2023.11.08.pdf
co-mo_post_scholarship_employment_agreement.pdf
internship_ui_exemption_form.pdf
Digital Responsibility Scholarships
E-Waste Scholarship: April 30
http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/scholarships
May 2024
Cole County Farm Bureau Scholarship
Due Date: May 1
Amount: $1000
Scholarship must be used for courses that have a relation to the study of Agricultural pursuit or tech college and professions necessary to the rural community such as business education, medicine, journalism, etc.
How to Apply: cole_county_farm.pdf
Mid Missouri AGA Scholarship
Due: May 1
Amount: Up to $250
AGA Mid-Missouri Chapter is a professional association of more than 100 individuals. Members include accountants, auditors, budget analysts, data processors, finance directors, procurement, IT and system designers. AGA serves its members by providing quality educational programs, encouraging professional development and certification while serving as an advocate for the profession. The AGA provides a certification program and the Certified Government Financial Manager designation. Skip Eno was a founding member of the Mid-MO AGA Chapter, serving the local chapter and National level for over 40 years. Purpose: To extend scholarship assistance to students enrolling full-time in a college/university in a Bachelors degree program in the State of Missouri with the intent to pursue a degree in a business related field of study.
How to Apply: https://midmoaga.org/Awards_Scholarships
Joe Machens Drives Education Scholarship
Due Date: May 14
Amount: $2500
Joe Machens Dealerships, owned & operated by McLarty Auto Group, is offering Drives Education Scholarships to current High School Seniors to help further their educational futures. We want to give back to our communities by investing into the lives of our students looking to attend higher education.
How to Apply: https://www.machens.com/machens-drives-education
rootEd Undergraduate Scholarship
Due: May 15
Amount: Up to $12000 a year
Minimum Qualifications: Graduating senior entering college in the 2024-2025 academic year, enrolled in a bachelor’s degree-granting program; 2.0 cumulative GPA; Demonstrate financial need by the FAFSA.
How to Apply: https://sfstl.org/rooted-undergraduate-scholarship/
Young Women in STEM Scholarship
Due: May 23
Amount: $5000 to two students
Eligibility Requirements - Financial Background: Low-Income; Gender: Female; Education Level: High School Senior, Major: STEM
The Young Women in STEM Scholarship looks to encourage the future generation of women in STEM fields, especially those coming from low-income backgrounds. Female high school seniors and undergraduate students that are from a low-income household and are pursuing a degree in STEM can apply.
How to Apply: https://bold.org/scholarships/young-women-in-stem-scholarship/
Insurance Professionals of Mid-Missouri Scholarship
Due: May 31
Amount: $750
High school seniors graduating in the 2023-24 school year, who have been accepted to an accredited college or university following graduation, and currently attend high school in one of the following counties: Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cole, Cooper, Howard, Moniteau, and Randolph.
How to Apply: ipmm.pdf
June 2024
Digital Responsibility Scholarships
Digital Privacy Scholarship: June 30
http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/scholarships
July 2024
City Property Management HOA Service
Scholarship
Due: July 31
The Scholarship is open nationwide to those who will be attending college during the fall semester of 2024. Special consideration will be given to an undergraduate who is interested in pursuing a career in HOA Management, but anyone meeting the requirements who can demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the Real Estate field will be considered. This Award will be presented to current college students, but high school seniors who will be attending school in the fall semester of 2024 are also welcome to apply. The award will be presented to a college student who is enrolled by the fall semester of 2024 but will not have graduated by fall semester of 2024 & is still attending courses at this time. This will be a one-time award. The Scholarship will be judged primarily on merit and need. Academic achievements as well as any leadership experiences will be taken into account.
https://www.cityproperty.com/phoenix#scholarship
Boone Believes in Me Scholarship
This scholarship is geared towards those who are interested in joining the medical field in the following capacities: Paramedic, Certified Surgical Technologist, Certified Nurse Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, or a Licensed Practical Nurse. Additional requirements to qualify for this grant include: Residing in one of the following counties: Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Camden, Cole, Cooper, Crawford, Dent, Gasconade, Howard, Laclede, Maries, Miller, Moniteau, Morgan, Osage, Phelps, Pulaski, or Washington
Be a minimum of age 18 at the time of application. Completion of the certification program and certification obtained immediately following the program. All certifications must be obtained by September 30, 2025. Commitment to working at Boone Health for two years after receiving license/certification. Working at Boone Health while earning license/certification.
https://boone.health/careers/bbim-grant/
Scholarship Lists
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Fast Web is one of the biggest and most popular scholarship search sites. www.fastweb.com
Sallie Mae - Get Free Money for College - Start with the things you love to do! There are scholarships out there for all types of students - Crafters, Bakers, Gamers, Animal Lovers, and graduate and professional students. Find free money with these 5 tips; Apply early, Pay attention to details, Complete the FAFSA, Take advantage of smaller awards, and Scholarships are always free. https://www.salliemae.com/college-planning/tools/scholarship-search/
Big Future by the College Board – Offers scholarships, other financial aid and internships from more than 2,200 programs, totaling nearly $6 billion. https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/ & https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
Imagine America - For students planning to attend a career college education. Approximately 400 participating career schools across the county. www.imagine-america.org/students/scholarships-education/highschoolscholarships/
Annuity.org In hopes of promoting financial literacy, Annuity.org have created what we believe to be the most comprehensive, easy-to-read guide for students on the internet. Our page covers topics like how student loans work, sticking to a budget, planning for the future and much more. You can check out the student guide, along with our recently updated annuities page, here: www.annuity.org/financial-literacy/students/ ; www.annuity.org/annuities/
Pigly - The Kids Guide to Emergency Saving - Talking about money and savings are often reserved for grown up discussions. But even at an early age, it’s crucial to expose children to basic money management. Teaching kids how to budget and save may not seem very important when they’re young. However, as children grow, developing healthy financial habits can help them avoid toxic debt and other stressful money problems.
https://pigly.com/savings/guide-for-kids.php
https://www.careeronestop.org/toolkit/training/find-scholarships.aspx
https://www.chegg.com/scholarships
https://www.cappex.com/scholarships
https://myscholly.com/
https://studentscholarships.org/
https://www.elfi.com/how-to-get-a-scholarship/ - Scholarship hunting is a tricky yet necessary process for students looking to save money on school. This is a free in-depth guide to finding and obtaining scholarships.
Sallie Mae - Get Free Money for College - Start with the things you love to do! There are scholarships out there for all types of students - Crafters, Bakers, Gamers, Animal Lovers, and graduate and professional students. Find free money with these 5 tips; Apply early, Pay attention to details, Complete the FAFSA, Take advantage of smaller awards, and Scholarships are always free. https://www.salliemae.com/college-planning/tools/scholarship-search/
Big Future by the College Board – Offers scholarships, other financial aid and internships from more than 2,200 programs, totaling nearly $6 billion. https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/ & https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
Imagine America - For students planning to attend a career college education. Approximately 400 participating career schools across the county. www.imagine-america.org/students/scholarships-education/highschoolscholarships/
Annuity.org In hopes of promoting financial literacy, Annuity.org have created what we believe to be the most comprehensive, easy-to-read guide for students on the internet. Our page covers topics like how student loans work, sticking to a budget, planning for the future and much more. You can check out the student guide, along with our recently updated annuities page, here: www.annuity.org/financial-literacy/students/ ; www.annuity.org/annuities/
Pigly - The Kids Guide to Emergency Saving - Talking about money and savings are often reserved for grown up discussions. But even at an early age, it’s crucial to expose children to basic money management. Teaching kids how to budget and save may not seem very important when they’re young. However, as children grow, developing healthy financial habits can help them avoid toxic debt and other stressful money problems.
https://pigly.com/savings/guide-for-kids.php
https://www.careeronestop.org/toolkit/training/find-scholarships.aspx
https://www.chegg.com/scholarships
https://www.cappex.com/scholarships
https://myscholly.com/
https://studentscholarships.org/
https://www.elfi.com/how-to-get-a-scholarship/ - Scholarship hunting is a tricky yet necessary process for students looking to save money on school. This is a free in-depth guide to finding and obtaining scholarships.