Ongoing & Open Scholarship Opportunities
Midwest Student Exchange Program
Not a scholarship but a tuition reduction program. Student must be a legal resident of Kansas enrolling as a non-resident at a participating college or university. Information available at Midwest Student Exchange Program.
Kansas Masonic Foundation Scholarships Legacy/General/Technical College/Persons with Disabilities
Criteria varies, visit Kansas Masonic Foundation Scholarships for more information. You may contact the Kansas Masonic Foundation at (785) 357-7646.
Great Plains Manufacturing Scholars Program
Enhance your education with real-world, industry-specific training and get to your full-time career faster. With this scholarship, many students will earn their degree with little or no student debt. The Great Plains Scholars Program is a one-of-a-kind scholarship that helps students earn a bachelor's degree from one of K-State Salina's engineering technology programs. Students will gain first-hand exposure to specialized industry technology, including line assembly, robotic weld automation centers, and more. By completing the Scholars Program, students will have earned over 2,400 hours of relevant, professional manufacturing experience and their degree! Scholarship Information
LDI - TechUp ToolUp Scholarship & Tool Allowance/Sign-On Allowance Programs
LDI is proud to announce their new TechUp ToolUp Scholarship & Tool Allowance Program for qualifying students interested in becoming a diesel mechanic. The TechUp ToolUp Scholarship & Tool Allowance Program provides financial assistance for both tuition and tools for qualified students entering a two-year diesel tech program. The TechUp ToolUp Scholarship & Sign-On Allowance Program provides financial assistance for tuition and a Sign-On Allowance for qualified students already attending a two-year diesel tech program. For more information, contact Terry Braun at terryb@langdieselinc.com or visit their website at Lang Diesel Inc. TechUp ToolUp Scholarship & Tool Allowance Program Application. TechUp ToolUp Scholarship & Sign-On Allowance Program Application
The Ellis Foundation
The Ellis Foundation, in partnership with Evergy, is accepting applications for graduating high school seniors interested in the trades, specifically Linemen, Wind Technology, Diesel Mechanic, Electrical Technology, or Power Plant. These scholarships offer up to $2,000 a semester for up to four consecutive semesters. These are fields with good employment outlooks, short-term programs, reasonable costs, and good salaries. The Foundation is also looking for graduating seniors with an interest in the new Kansas State University program for Personal Finance majors through Advisors Excel in Topeka. This scholarship may pay $1,000 per semester for up to four years. Apply through the online application at The Ellis Foundation. In the top right corner, you will find a LOGIN. The username is TEF and the password is Ellis2021. If you have any questions, reach out to The Ellis Foundation at 913-370-6779.
Kansas Kids @ Gear Up Scholarship
If you have participated in Kansas Kids Gear Up and are currently a senior in high school, or are a current college student (who has participated in KKGU), you may be eligible to receive a scholarship from KKGU. These awards are need-based, can be up to $3,000 per semester, and are specifically intended for eligible KKGU students. Children in foster care are given priority for services. Kansas Kids @ Gear Up
BigFuture Scholarships
Students can now qualify for BigFuture Scholarships as early as 10th grade. All sophomores and juniors in the classes of 2024 and 2025 can earn chances at scholarships by taking steps on BigFuture to explore careers, plan for college, and pay for college. Students who complete one or more steps on their BigFuture dashboard, beginning with starting a career list and building their college list, will be entered into one monthly drawing for $40,000 scholarships and another for $500 scholarships. At least half of the scholarships will be awarded to students whose families earn less than $60,000 per year. BigFuture rewards you for doing what you already are doing: planning for life after high school. With no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements, BigFuture makes it easy to enter drawings (yes, plural!) each month. Simply complete unlocked steps on your dashboard, and you'll be automatically entered to win. One step completed = one entry each month . . . the earlier and sooner you complete tasks, the bigger your chances to win. Students whose families earn less than $60,000 a year receive two entries each drawing. Don't wait, get started today! BigFuture Scholarship Page
Kansas State University - Land Grant Promise
We have expanded eligibility for its Land Grant Promise to students from all 105 Kansas counties. The K-State Land Grant Promise assures that full-time, Pell-eligible undergraduates with a total household income of $70,000 or less will receive a total grant and scholarship aid package up to the equivalent cost of 15 credit hours of in-state tuition. Students are automatically evaluated for this opportunity once they are enrolled at full-time, 12 or more hours, for a semester and have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, by K-State’s priority date of March 1. The promise, which has been expanded to all K-State locations — including the Manhattan, Salina, and Olathe campuses and K-State Online — is offered to qualifying undergraduates actively working toward their first bachelor's degrees.
Bethany College - Good Life Scholarship
The Good Life Scholarship is awarded to first-time freshmen who graduated from a McPherson County (KS) or Saline County (KS) high school. Awards: 1) Full Tuition, 2) Full-time enrollment and other renewal criteria, 3) Indexed to tuition increases. The first 40 students accepted to Bethany College who have reserved their spot with the enrollment fee and meet the qualifications will be awarded this scholarship. For a full tuition scholarship, students must live on campus and have the 19-meal/week plan. Students can contact the admissions department at (800) 826-2281, ext 8113 for more information.
O'Brate Foundation - Dual-Credit Scholarship
The O’Brate Foundation desires for students with limited financial means to have the ability to take college courses while in high school. Our Dual-Credit Awards vary based on each student’s enrollment status and financial situation. Students who apply earliest in the semester are extended Priority Consideration. Applications submitted before December 1st in the FALL semester and before May 1st in the SPRING semester will be considered. Login to O'Brate Foundation > Click Dual-Credit Scholarship from the Programs Menu. No access code or permissions required. Qualified applicants will be contacted by O’Brate Foundation Staff to complete an in-person or video conference interview within one to two weeks of application submission. Notification of the award decision may take two to three weeks after the interview.
RaiseMe Microscholarship Program
Did you know that you can start earning incremental college scholarships, also known as micro-scholarships, during your freshman year of high school by signing up for the RaiseMe program? When you create your online portfolio, you can start logging your grades, classes, extracurricular activities, and other college prep experiences to track your progress toward scholarships, all the way up to your senior year of high school. Several colleges and universities have partnered with RaiseMe to help eligible high school students in grades 9-12 track their personal and academic progress and start earning micro-scholarships. These awards are performance-based scholarships that are earned for achievements both inside and outside the classroom, including excellent grades, volunteering, participation in extracurricular activities, and ACT/SAT scores. Raise Me offers high school students the opportunity to quantify their leadership in high school and their community, achieving good grades, taking challenging courses, and participating in extracurricular activities. Learn more about this exciting, no-cost opportunity and sign up. The deadline for seniors to add achievements to their RaiseMe profiles is December 1 of their senior year.
Children of Fallen Heroes Scholarship
Under this scholarship, a Pell-eligible student whose parent or guardian died in the line of duty while performing as a public safety officer is eligible to receive a maximum Pell Grant for the award year for which the determination of eligibility is made. To qualify for this scholarship, a student must be Pell-eligible and be less than 24 years of age or enrolled at an institution of higher education at the time of his or her parent’s or guardian’s death. In subsequent award years, the student continues to be eligible for the scholarship, as long as the student has a Pell-eligible EFC and continues to be an eligible student. If a student meets the criteria for this scholarship please have them contact the college/university they plan to attend for more information.
Military Dependent Scholarships
Military service members take extraordinary risks and make great sacrifices when they sign up to serve their countries. Oftentimes, spouses and families also make sacrifices along the way. Thankfully, there are many programs designed to pay back this service from dependents of military service members in the form of college scholarships. If you're the child or dependent of a military service member and you're looking for a way to fill in the gap in college tuition, check out the following scholarship opportunities. Deadlines for scholarships vary. Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant (IASG)
Army ROTC Scholarships
Whether you're a college-bound high school student or already attending a college or university, Army ROTC has scholarships available. Scholarships are awarded based on students' merit and grades, not financial need. Scholarships consist of 2-, 3-, and 4-year scholarship options based on the time remaining to complete your degree. Full-tuition scholarships, the option for room and board in place of tuition, and additional allowances for books and fees if you should qualify. For more information, visit Army ROTC Scholarships.
Navy ROTC Scholarships
NROTC takes great pride in helping young students find solutions to the high cost of college education. The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) Scholarship Program offers students the opportunity to earn their degree and receive valuable leadership and management skills while enjoying the benefits of an exciting career. Join the NROTC for the multiple scholarships available, including 2-, 3-, and 4-year scholarships. Visit Navy ROTC Scholarships for more information!
Miss Kansas USA / Miss Kansas Teen USA
Are your sights set on the stars? Step onto the stage that can pave the way for the rest of your life as we bring together women from across the state of Kansas. This is the coveted crown that inspires young women to claim their beauty and voice! Apply now, You could be the next MISS USA or MISS TEEN USA. State/National Scholarship. For more information, visit Miss Kansas Teen USA.
Redfin Scholarship
Redfin Scholarship will provide $2,500 to a legal U.S. resident who is graduating high school or a current freshman, sophomore, or junior in college attending an accredited university or college. The student must have a GPA of 3.0 or above. The scholarship application period will occur twice yearly from (November 1 - January 31) and (May 1 - July 31) of each year. Please visit Redfin Scholarship for scholarship details and judging criteria.
College Covered - Scholarship Sweepstakes
Scholarship Sweepstakes - Students can enter to win a $5,000 Discover® Student Loans Scholarship Award. We are giving away a total of $100,000 in scholarships to 40 individuals. Parents of eligible students can enter to win on behalf of their student. CollegeCovered.com/Assist