Title
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Deadline
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Amount
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Application Information
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Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants
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End of each month
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$2,000
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Sweepstakes. Apply at Abbott & Fenner. Monthly winner determined by a random drawing.
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AES Engineers
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10/6
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$500
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You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. Students must submit an essay and answer questions on site. Apply at AES. Schools include SFCC, Mo S&T, MACC, MSU, Wm. Woods, Wm. Jewell, Rockhurst, SLU & UMSL.
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AFA Scholarship
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2/19
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$3,200
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Cooper County resident, senior, enrolling in accredited college of agriculture, majoring in agriculture production, agri-business or related area. Based on community involvement, leadership skills, GPA 3.0. Must attend AFA Leaders Conference in November. Submit application online. In addition, please request one academic/school letter of recommendation, two personal/professional letters of recommendation, an official transcript and documentation of your ACT/SAT score to be sent by mail Edward Jones Attn: Lance Reynolds P.O. Box 111 Boonville, MO 65233.
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Amco Ranger Scholarship |
5/30 |
$1,000 |
MissourI students involved in community service can apply at https://amcoranger.com/amco-ranger-scholarship/ |
American Legion-Charles Bacon
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4/20
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$500 (2)
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Must provide proof as descendent of veteran; must be in American Legion or a descendent of a member. Must attend college in MO. See MO Legion for application
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American Legion-Erman Taylor
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4/20
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$500 (2)
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Must provide proof as descendent and the discharge papers of a veteran; submit essay on specified topic. Must be majoring in Education. See MO Legion for application
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American Legion-Jack Murphy
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4/20
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$750 renew
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Must provide proof as descendent of veteran & be in top 40% of class. Must be training to be a Registered Nurse. See MO Legion for application
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American Legion-Joseph Frank
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4/20
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$500 (5)
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Must provide proof as descendent of veteran: attend Boys or Girls State. See MO Legion for application
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American Legion-Lillie Lois Ford
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4/20
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$1,000 (2)
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Must provide proof as descendent of veteran; must attend Boys or Girls State or Cadet Patrol Academy. Visit MO Legion for application
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Army Emergency Relief
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5/1
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Varies
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Given to Army dependents. Visit AERHQ to print off application and for more information
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ASA Secure Optimal Yield Scholarship
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11/23
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$5,000/year $2,500/semester Tuition/fees/books
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Visit Soy Growers for more information.
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Automotive Service Association of Missouri/Kansas
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12/20
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$1,000 (4)
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Please visit ASA-Midwest for more information.
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AXA Achievement Scholarships
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12/15
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Several $10,000 to $15,000
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Visit AXA
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AYN Rand Institute Essay Contest
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3/25
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$50 to $10,000
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Visit AYN for more information
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Baker University, Baldwin City, KS
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1/15
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Varies
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Applications and all pertinent documents for admission received by 1/15 will be given priority consideration for admission, scholarships, and financial aid. Foundation & academic scholarships are awarded to new students. Visit Baker or email [email protected] for more info.
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Barbizon Modeling and Acting Contest
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$100,000
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For more information call visit Barbizon
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Betty Broemmelsick Memorial Scholarship-Soil & Water Conservation Society
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11/30
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Varies
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Missouri senior majoring conservation or natural resource related field. Application is available at SWCS.
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BigSun Scholarship
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6/17
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$500
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All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. The successful applicant will be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at that institution or in the community. Please visit our website BigSun to learn how to apply.
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Boonville Ready Mix
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2/5
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Determined by GPA, community service, need and work experience. Complete local scholarship application and additional essay.
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Buena Vista University Scholarships
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Varies
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See BVU for more information or call 800-383-9600
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Burger King Scholars Program
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12/15
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$1,000 (700)
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One senior is nominated from each school. GPA of 2.5 or higher, work an average of at least 15 hours per week for 40 weeks per year, demonstrates participation in community service and/or co-curricular activities, demonstrates financial need. Visit Burger King for guidelines & application form for student
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Central Methodist University, Fayette, MO
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Varies
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Visit CMU
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Central MO Chapter-Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters
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4/13
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$500 (3)
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Parent must be employed in insurance industry in Boone County or Jefferson City; requires essay. See Guidance Counselor for application or visit CPCU Society
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Coca-Cola Scholars
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10/31
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$10,000 to $20,000
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Based on academics & service; Must apply online at Coca-Cola then click on "Scholarship Foundation: scroll all the way down and click on "here".
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CollegeSTEPS Program Scholarship (Sweepstakes)
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$1,000
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Student must register online at Wells Fargo to win a scholarship
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Columbia College
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Varies
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Visit CC or call 800-231-2391, ext 7352 for more information. Apply early to be eligible for 10 most prestigious awards. See website for scholarship days. Columbia College Scholarship Days provide an opportunity for new freshman applicants to compete for 1 of 10 most prestigious scholarships.
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Co-Mo Cares Trust "Operation Round Up"
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5/1
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Click here for information. Application available April 1 - May 1.
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Conservation Foundation of Missouri Scholarship
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1/31
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$1,000 (5)
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Application Information: Will be awarded to high school seniors or undergraduates in different natural resources areas. Preference will be given to those demonstrating financial need. Apply at http://www.moswcs.org/scholarship/
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Cooper County Farm Bureau
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2/5
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$250 (2)
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Must be a member of Farm Bureau; use local scholarship application
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Cooper County Health Improvement Corporation Scholarship
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2/5
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$500 (3)
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Classroom achievement, pursuing a license, certification or degree in field of healthcare; reputation for good citizenship, acceptance into school, desire to return to Cooper County upon completion. Use local scholarship application. Application in Guidance Office.
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DAR Daniel Boone Scholarship
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1/30
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Students must rank in top 10% of class, be a Mo. citizen, complete a 500 word essay, have 2 letters of recommendation. If interested, please see counselor for application.
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Elaine Chapin Memorial Scholarship Fund
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4/30
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$1,000
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For students impacted by MS directly or as a family member. Based on financial need, academics, essay, 2 letters of recommendation. Click here to apply.
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ELKS National Foundation Legacy Awards
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1/29
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$4,000
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Any child or grandchild of a living ELKS member can click here to apply.
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Environmental Education Scholarship Program
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6/1
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$1,000/semester
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Visit Department of Natural Resources for more information
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ESA Foundation Scholarships
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2/1
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Varies
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Minimum GPA of 3.0 or top 25% or ACT of 22 or above. Application requires letters of recommendation and essay. For qualifications, information, and application visit ESA
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Farm Credit Services
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3/1
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$1,000
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Must be a Farm Credit Services customer. Apply at FCS
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Hagan Scholarship
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11/15
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$10,000
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Must have a 3.50 GPA and 23 or higher on the ACT. Must exhibit financial need and required to work 240 hours in the 12 months prior to start of college.
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Hannah Cole Daughter of American Revolution
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4/2
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$250-$300
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Cooper county high school student who can provide evidence tracing ancestry to revolutionary war. Use local scholarship application.
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Insurance companies and organizations
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Varies
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Details and links can be found at http://www.obrella.com/resources/insurance-scholarships/
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John Dennis Scholarship-MO Sheriff Association
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1/31
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$1,000 (16)
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Seniors pursuing career in criminal justice and GPA of 2.0. See counselor or contact the Missouri Sheriff's Association & Training Academy, 6605 Business 50 West, Jefferson City, MO 65109, 573-635-5925 ext 10 or email [email protected]
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KC Association Equipment Distributors Scholarship
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2/28
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(4) $1,000
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Must be majoring in mechanical or heavy equipment repair. Application available on website.
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KFC Colonel's Scholars
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3/17
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Varies
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Must have a 2.75 GPA and be pursuing a 4 year degree. The online application is available 2/1 to 3/17 at KFC
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Leap MSCPA
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1/31
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$500
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Missouri seniors majoring in accounting. Based on academics, leadership and essay. Apply at LEAP then click on "High School" on top then click on "Scholarship" or call 877-855-5327.
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LeTendre Education Fund Scholars Program
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10/2
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Scholarship funds for homeless students. Download application at LeTendre
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Lincoln University, Jefferson City
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12/15
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Varies
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Visit Lincoln or email Lincoln University @ [email protected] for more information or call 573-681-6156
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State Tech College Tutition Waivers & Scholarships
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Varies
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Varies
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Scholarships for variety of majors, info & application at State Tech
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Longview Community College
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Varies
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Call 816-672-2000 or visit website.
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Maryville University
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Varies
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Contact Maryville U or call 314-529-9360
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Masonic Merit Scholarship
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3/31
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Selection based on scholastic performance, brief essay, and financial information
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McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship
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1/31
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Varies
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Visit McKelvey. Missouri students click on "Entrepreneurial Scholarship" at the bottom of the screen or call 1-800-523-0009 for more information
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Merrell University of Beauty Arts & Science
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4/15
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$500
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Must be attending Merrell University. Must be in upper 50% of class. Requires 2 letters of recommendation & interview with admissions. Application in Guidance Office.
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MFA Monsanto's Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program
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2/1
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$1,500 (100)
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Applicants must be planning to major in agriculture education. Apply here.
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Mid-America Mensa Scholarships
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1/15
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Varies
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Essay required. Visit MENSA
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Missouri Association of Rural Education
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3/1
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$500
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For graduating students of MARE member school districts who are planning to pursue a degree in education
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Missouri Bankers Foundation
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3/30
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$500
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Entering banking related field; requires essay and letters of recommendation. Apply at MO Bankers
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Missouri Corn Growers Association
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2/12
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$1000 (7)
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Scholarships will be awarded to graduating HS Seniors and College Juniors interested in pursuing a career in agronomy or ag-related fields. Download applications at MO Corn or call 1-800-827-4181 to request an application
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Missouri Gaming Association (MGA) 2008 Project 21 Scholarship Program
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3/1
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$1,500 (2)
$1,000 (4)
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Visit MGA. The program is intended to raise awareness among underage individuals that gaming under the age of 21 is illegal. Students submit in 3 categories: article, poster, video
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Missouri Insurance Education Foundation
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3/31
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$1,500 (4)
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Scholarships to deserving Missouri High School students who will be attending Missouri colleges or universities and with an interest of pursuing an insurance, risk management or actuarial science course of study. Application in Guidance Office
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Missouri Jaycees Senate Scholarship
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1/15
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$250 (2)
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The Missouri JCI Senate will choose two nominees to represent Missouri for the JCI Senate Foundation scholarships. Each of these two nominees will receive a $250 scholarship from the Missouri JCI Senate. These are available to Missouri residents only. Click here for more information and to fill out application.
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Missouri PTA Scholarship Program-4 Awards Given
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2/1
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$500 per year to max of $2,000
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One applicant per high school. Student must be enrolled in MO college, major in education, and teach in public education. Application in Guidance Office. Enquire in the counselors' office by 2/1 if you would like to be nominated
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Missouri Retired Teachers Foundation Scholarships
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12/1
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$1,000 (10)
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See Guidance Counselor for application or visit MORTA
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Missouri Society of Professional Engineers
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1/1
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$1,500
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Apply at MSPE click on "Educational Foundation" and "To Provide Scholarships". Additional questions, call 888-666-4861
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Missouri Society of Professional Engineers Foundation
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$1,500
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Students interested in engineering major. Application in Guidance Office.
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Missouri Society of Professional Surveyors
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3/31
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$1,000
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MSPS trying to locate students who are interested in a career as a land surveyor. Applications in Guidance Office
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Missouri Soil and Water Conservation Society Show Me Chapter
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11/27
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$2,000
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Essay contest for students wishing to major in conservation or natural resources. Information can be found at http://www.moswcs.org/scholarship/
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Missouri University of Science & Technology (Formerly UMR)
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12/1
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Varies
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Visit MO S&T
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Missouri Valley College, Marshall
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Varies
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Visit Mo Valley or call 660-831-4114
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Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph
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3/1
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Varies
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Visit MO Western
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Missouri Women's Golf Education Association
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Varies
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Female residing in the State of Missouri, letter of recommendation for one high school teacher, coach or golf professional, high school transcript, and brief account of golf achievements. Visit MO Women's Golf for more information.
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Mizzou Credit Union
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4/29
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$2,000 (2)
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Family must be member of credit union; requires essay, bio sketch, FAFSA copy
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MO Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (Clark Fork Insurance)
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2/26
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$500
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Student must attend college in Missouri. Application in Guidance Office
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MO Minority Teaching Program
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2/15
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$3,000 renewable
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Click here for more information. Students must have a completed application, including an essay, resume, and three references submitted to MDHE. If you have any questions please contact the following: Connie Bestgen 800-473-6757, option 4 or [email protected]. Amy Haller 573-526-7958 or[email protected]. Kelli Reed 573-751-2444 or [email protected].
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MO S&T Chancellor's Scholarship
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11/1
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Combined $12,000
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Visit MO S&T
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MO Teacher Ed Program & Urban Flight & Rural Needs Scholarship
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2/15
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$2,000
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Required to teach in MO school for 5 years. Application in guidance office or at DESE. See website for criteria of each scholarship.
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Mo. Cattlemen's Foundation
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9/30
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$1,000
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Applicant 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. Applicant must be a high school senior or a full-time college student and have a GPA of 2.5/4.0 or better. Applicant must have been a full-time student (high school or college) the previous year and not have reached their 23rd birthday by January 1, 2016. Emphasis will be given to these degree programs: Agribusiness Management, Agriculture Economics, Agriculture Education, Agriculture Journalism, Agriculture Systems Management, Animal Science, General Agriculture, Biochemistry, Food Science and Nutrition and Plant Science. Click here to apply.
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MSPE Educational Scholarship
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1/31
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$1,500
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Scholarship for senior majoring in engineering. Apply at MSPE, click on "Educational Foundation" on left and then "Scholarships" at bottom of page
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MU Annual Scholarship Application
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12/15
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Varies
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Students must first apply for admissions and receive MyZou Accont to apply for scholarships.
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MU-Columbia Alpha Gamma Sigma
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4/15
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$500
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Scholarship given to MALE seniors who are attending MU-Columbia. See counselor for application or contact Tyler Haden at [email protected]
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Nathan Williams Diversity Scholarship/Internship
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4/6
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$2,000/yr
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Scholarship/Internship available through Boone County National Bank. Available to minority students attending college in Mid-MO. Application and information available in Guidance Office
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National Defense Transportation Association
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3/1
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$2,000 (3)
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Degree program related to business, transportation logistics, physical distribution; requires essay and letter of recommendation
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National Farmers Farm Kids for College Scholarship
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3/12
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$1,000
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See Counselor for application. Call Eunice Fisher for questions 573-565-2004. Applications submitted to National Farmers, 528 Billy Sunday Road, Ste 100, Ames, Iowa 50010 800-247-2110
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National Wild Turkey Federation Conservation Scholarship
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1/1
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$250
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Hunting license required and must be a JAKES member. Can join the JAKES program for $5 fee & students may sign up online at NWTF. 1 nominee per school.
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NFIB Free Enterprise Scholars
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3/28
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$1,000 (300)
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Visit NFIB. Essay and demonstrated entrepreneurial achievement.
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Normans Jewelry & Bridal Shoppe Scholarship
|
|
$500
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You must register in person at Normans, 116 West Commercial Street, Lebanon, MO. No purchase necessary.
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Northwest Mo State University, Maryville
|
|
Varies
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Visit NWMSU for more information. Theater & Speech applications and audition information or call 660-562-1279
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Nursing Scholarships
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Varies
|
Varies
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Go to https://bsneducation.com/nursing-scholarships/ for information and application links for scholarships in many areas of nursing.
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Orphan Foundation of America Scholarships
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3/31
|
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Visit Orphan for more information
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Outstanding Students of America
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10/10
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Varies
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For qualifications & applications visit Outstanding Students of America or call 205-344-6322
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Ozark Technical Community College
|
|
Varies
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Visit OTCC
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Patriot Guard Riders of Missouri
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4/1
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$2,500
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Application Information: Non-renewable scholarship for sons or daughters of those who fit within the following categories: (1) Those have given their lives in the line of duty, including both military and first responder (police/fire) (2) Those honorably discharged veterans who have passed after their term of service. Click to apply: PatriotRidersScholarship.pdf
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Pilot Grove Coop/Monsanto
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3/31
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$1,500 (5)
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Qualified cooper county high school, member of FFA or HH, farm family, 18 ACT
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Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship
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4/15
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Up to $1,500
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Must score 30 or above on ACT & have a high GPA. Application in guidance office or at DESE
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Ron Brown Scholar Program
|
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$10,000
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African American Seniors pursuing full time college. Visit Ron Brown then click on "Application Information"
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SAE Engineering Scholarship Program
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12/1
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$1,000 to $10,000
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Must be majoring in engineering or related field. Download applications at SAE
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Sallie Mae Fund's Scholarship Program
|
|
Varies
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Visit Sallie Mae for more information
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Sam Walton Community Scholarship
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1/14
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$1,000
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Visit COMMUNITY
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Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year Award
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3/9
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$7,500
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Visit Body by Milk. Judging of the nominees will be based on 5 criteria: academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership, community service and milk experience
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Scholarship Award in Vision and Medicine
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4/10
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$1,000 to
$2,500
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For Underrepresented minority or economically disadvantaged students going in to medicine. Get criteria and apply at MU Health
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Scholarship Management Services
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2/28
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Varies
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Applications are only available at SMS
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Scholarship Program for Cheerleaders
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2/15
|
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Visit Cheerleader or contact Lucy Wiesend 734-946-1200
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Silas H. Rhodes at School of Visual Arts (Out of State)
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2/1
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Varies
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Review of applicant's creativity & academic accomplishments. For info & application call 212-592-2000 or ARTS then click on "Admissions" at the top, then click on "Types of Aid Available" on the right
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Society of Women Engineers Scholarships
|
|
Varies
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Visit SWE to apply. Questions regarding scholarships can be sent to [email protected]
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Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau
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12/15
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Varies
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Visit SEMO
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State Fair Community College, Sedalia
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3/1
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Varies
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Apply at State Fair in early December or call 660-530-5800 ext 218
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State Tech College Tutition Waivers & Scholarships
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Varies
|
Varies
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Scholarships for variety of majors, info & application at State Tech
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Stephens College, Columbia
|
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Varies
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Visit Stephens
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BTEC, Boonville
|
|
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Practical Nursing Program (LPN) information. Contact Carlena at the BTEC Office for an application packet or call (660) 882-5306. BTEC
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The Art Institutes National Scholarships
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Varies
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Criteria & scholarship list at Art Institute. Click on "Admissions" at the top, then click on "Financial Aid" on the left, then click on "Scholarships"
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Truman State University, Kirksville, MO
|
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Varies
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Visit Truman State or call 800-892-7792
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UMC Alumni Scholars
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2/1
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$500 to $5,000
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Info and application online at MU then click on "Programs & Scholarships" on left, then click on "Alumni Scholars Program" in center or call 1-800-372-6822
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UMC College of Business (Sam M. Walton & Robert J. Trulaske & Ponder Minority)
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3/1
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$6,675
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Renewable business scholarships; apply online at MU then click on "Students" then on "Scholarships & Financial Aid" on left
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UMC Curators
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12/1
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$3,500/yr
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Requires 28 ACT and top 5%. Renewable. Must submit admission application by December 1st.
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UMC Departmental & General Scholarships
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12/1
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Varies
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Submit MU application by 12/1. Contact department for seperate application, if necessary. Visit MU
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UMC Excellence Award
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12/1
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$2,000/yr
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Requires 27 ACT and top 25%. Renewable. Must submit admission application by December 1st.
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UMC George C. Brooks Minority Scholarship
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2/1
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$7,500/yr
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Visit MU
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UMC Music
|
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Varies
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Music admissions and scholarships. Phone: 573-882-2604. Go to Music Missouri & then click on "Financial Aid" on left.
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UMKC Music/Dance Auditions KC
|
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Varies
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Various scholarships available w/audition and/or portfolio submission. Visit UMKC then click on "Conservatory, Scholarships, Assistantships, & Fellowships". For more info call 816-235-1000. Audition dates listed online.
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UMKC Scholarships
|
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Varies
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For information on all freshman competitive & automatic scholarships, visit UMKC
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UMKC Trustees' Scholars Program
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11/15
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Tuition & room & board
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Must complete admissions & scholarship application by 11/15. Must meet 2 of the 3 criteria: Top 5% of class, 3.5 GPA in core curriculum, or 30 ACT Score. Download application at UMKC
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University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg
|
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Varies
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Visit UCM
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University of Missouri-Columbia
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12/1
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Varies
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Visit MU for scholarship information
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University of MO-St. Louis
|
|
Varies
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Visit UMSL for a list of automatic & freshman scholarships
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US Jr. Chamber International Senate Foundation
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1/5
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$1,000
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Apply at MO Senate or contact Debra Rothweiler 573-406-5388 or email [email protected] for more information. Reference letters needed to start early on this one.
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US Jr. Chamber International Senate Foundation
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1/5
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$1,000
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Info & application are online at MO Senate. Send questions to [email protected]
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USBank Internet Scholarship
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2/28
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(40) $1,000
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High school seniors planning to attend 2 or 4 year colleges full time. Recipients selected through random drawing process. Apply at US Bank
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UT Dallas McDermott Scholars
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12/1
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Full Expenses
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Visit McDermott or call 973-883-4610
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VFW Veterans Tribute
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11/1
|
Varies
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Visit VFW then click on "Program" at the top, then click on "VFW Scholarship Programs" on the left. For more info: call 816-968-1117 or 816-756-3390
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VFW-Voice of Democracy Audio Essay
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11/1
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1st Place $30,000
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Visit VFW then click on "Program and Services" at the top, then click on "VFW Scholarship Programs" on the left. For more info: call 816-968-1117 or 816-756-3390
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Washington University-Danforth Scholars
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10/15
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Full/Partial Tuition
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Nomination applications are in guidance office or email: [email protected] for more information
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Wendy's High School Heisman Award
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10/3
|
Varies
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Participate in 1 sport and must have leadership qualities and maintain a B average. For more information click here.
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West Central School Administrators Association
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3/1
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$500
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Education major preferred; emphasis on financial need & school involvement. Need school administrator recommendation
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Westminster College, Fulton
|
|
Varies
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Visit Westminster or call 1-800-475-3361 or 573-592-5251. Scholarship awards are based on ACT/SAT scores and GPA. The Triple S Visionary Scholarship is $15,000, renewable for all four years.
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William Woods University, Fulton
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3/1
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Varies
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Visit William Woods or call 1-800-995-3159 ext 4221 or email [email protected].edu for more information
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