Scholarships
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FAFSA Information
USD 368 Endowment Association scholarship information will be presented to graduating PHS students in December.
Niche
Kansas Association of Student Financial Aid Advisors
Please see individual college websites for complete listings of scholarships, requirements, and deadlines
Kansas Promise Scholarship
Phi Theta Kappa
American Legion Scholarships
Please visit the website to see the requirements for the 12 scholarships that they have available
Kansas American Legion Scholarships
Please visit the website to see the requirements for the scholarships that are available
Kansas Foster & Adoptive Children Scholarship Fund
Students who are or have been foster children in the State of Kansas, including foster children who have been adopted
Applications accepted year round
Education & Training Vouchers for Foster Care Youth
See the counseling office with questions about this program.
September
Hagan Scholarship Foundation
Senior, 3.50 GPA, work requirement, financial need
Questbridge National College Match and Scholarships
Seniors in the top 5-10% of class, ACT-28+, family income of $65K or less/year
October
SchoolHouse Connection Scholarship
For students who have experienced homelessness within the last six years
Rudd Foundation Scholarship
Seniors w/at least 3.0 GPA, have filled out the FAFSA and qualify for a Pell Grant, and plan to attend Wichita State University, Fort Hays State University or Emporia State University
Kansas Buffalo Scholarship
Senior or college freshman involved in raising bison and/or planning to pursue a career in an agriculturally related field
Wallace Engineering Scholarship--WSU
3.5+ GPA OR 27 ACT composite or rank in top 10% of class at the end of junior year; declare engineering major on admissions application
Tradition of Caring Mortuary Science Scholarship
Any high school or college student pursuing a mortuary science
$3500/$500
Due prior to October 17, 2022 to Newcomer Funeral Service Group
Heisman High School Scholarship
9-12 grade women, genderqueer, or non-binary students for their computing-related achievements and interests.
VFW Voice of Democracy Competition
9-12 Grade students may enter
Entries due by October 31, 2022
*******JUNIORS ONLY*******Coolidge Scholars Program
Distinguished academic record; most rigorous course of study available to them; intellectual curiosity; interest in public policy and appreciation for Coolidge values; humility and leadership
November
Kansas Masonic Public School Essay Contest
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Washburn Garvey Scholarship
3.25 GPA, take Garvey Scholarship Exam; see link for details
Take Garvey Exam; November 19, November 29, December 3
Prairieland Partners Technician Scholarship Program
Seniors interested in a John Deere tech program or a diesel tech program
Fred Tupper Scholarship
Students 18 years of age or older, attending or enrolled in an airport management/administration or similar program.
December
Hagan Scholarship Foundation
Senior, 3.75 GPA, work requirement, financial need
Application available September 1, 2022
Application due December 1, 2022
Kansas Masonic Scholarships
Variety of scholarships & criteria; going to 2 year or 4 year schools; students w/disabilities, etc.
Kansas State University Wabash Cannon Ball Scholarship
HS Senior living in Johnson, Miami or Wyandotte county; 3.25 or higher GPA, be admitted and complete KSU general scholarship application by December 1
Washburn Leadership Scholarship
At least 3.0 GPA and 24 ACT; accepting scholarship commits student to participate in Washburn's Leadership Institute
Rudd Foundation Scholarship
Seniors w/at least 3.0 GPA, have filled out the FAFSA and qualify for a Pell Grant, and plan to attend Wichita State University, Fort Hays State University or Emporia State University
Burger King McLamore Foundation Scholarships
2.5 GPA; going to any 2 year or 4 year college or career technical school
Acacia Leadership Scholarship
Euitable Excellence Scholarship
Leadership, determination and resilience
January
KU Hixson Opportunity Award
Students who have faced personal hardship; planning to attend KU; financial need; students whose parents did not earn a 4 year degree will receive priority consideration
Due January 4, 2023
KLL Memorial Scholarship Fund
Students who have lost at least one parent to cancer; interest in education, arts, environment, math, or science; involvement in school or community; financial need; 2 or 4 year school
Profile in Courage Essay Contest
9th-12th grade students are eligible; 1000 word (max) essay over topic
Due January 13, 2023
Kansas State Department of Education of Educational Office Professionals Margaret Van Horn Scholarship
Must intend to continue education in an education or business-related program
DAR Scholarships (Daughters of the American Revolution)
Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors for merit and in a variety of categories (medical & nursing, education, etc).
University of Kansas Cleland Award
Student who has experienced discrimination, bullying, and/or violence based on the belief, real or perceived, that said students are gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, or transgender; or for students who have exhibited support for GLBT persons
Centriq Training Technology Scholarship
Kansas Contractors Association
Students planning to study in a construction related program at a Kansas technical college, community college or 4 year college; intern with a KCA member construction company over the summer to earn an additional $1000; see link for scholarship and internship application
February
Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation Scholarships
Look through the list; a number of scholarships are available for a variety of areas and criteria; nursing, cancer survivors, business, culinary/dance/fashion, interpreter for the deaf, architecture & interior design, criminal justice/political science, military family member, trade school, and more
50+ scholarships for Kansas high school students; criteria vary; go to link to view scholarships and criteria; costs $5 each to apply
$500-$3000
Black and Veatch Scholars Program
Seniors admitted to PSU with major in Electronics Engineering Technology; 3.0+GPA, taken the ACT
Delta Theta Chi Sorority National Scholarship
Seven Days Make a Ripple Scholarship
Elks Legacy Awards
Seniors whose parents or grandparents are Elks members.
$4000
Kansas Association of Directors of Plant Facilities (KADPF)
Kansas American Legion Scholarships
Criteria vary; see website for details & a listing of scholarship opportunities
Due February 15, 2023
*******JUNIORS ONLY*******Coolidge Scholars Program
Distinguished academic record; most rigorous course of study available to them; intellectual curiosity; interest in public policy and appreciation for Coolidge values; humility and leadership
Olathe Health Systems Health Career Scholarship
Seniors planning to pursue a career in the healthcare field; 3.25 GPA; ACT
ECKSEC Future Special Educator Scholarship
GPACAC (Great Plains Association for College Admisson Counseling) Scholarships
Scholarships for Military Children Program
Open to sons and daughters of active duty, reserve/guard, or retired military commissary customers; 3.0 GPA
Kansas Grain and Feed Association Scholarships (KFGA)
Seniors w/excellent academic credentials, good school & community citizens, planning to attend Kansas 4 year or 2 year school
Kansas Ag Retailers Association Scholarships (KARA)
Seniors or current undergraduate students enrolled in Kansas post secondary school; planning to or currently majoring in an ag related field of study; self starter, excellent academic credentials, good citizen, strong desire to continue education
Foresters Competitive Scholarships
2.8 GPA, minimum 40 hours community service; particular award for applicants who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and extraordinary effort and ability to overcome adversity
Evergy Scholarships
Paola Optimist Club Oratorical Contest w/scholarship opportunity
March
Beauty & Wellness Professionals Scholarship
Due:March 1, 2023
True Blue KSHSAA Scholarship
American Welding Society (AWS) Scholarships--National, District & Section Awards
Seniors going into a welding program or related field
Kansas City Area Scholarship for Future Shockers
Seniors planning to attend Wichita State University who live in certain counties in the Kansas City area (see link for more information--Miami County students may apply)
Heartland Art Guild
Kansas Crime Stoppers Association
Seniors planning to attend a Kansas school.
Kansas Junior Golf Scholarship
Kansas Women's Golf Association (KWGA) Memorial Scholarship
Senior who has participated in high school or recognized junior golf program in Kansas (see link for more information).
Midwest Fertilizer Scholarship
Horatio Alger Kansas Scholarship Program
Financial need ($55K or less adjusted gross family income); involvement in school & community activities; display integrity & perseverance in overcoming adversity; 2.0 GPA; complete 4 essays (see website for topics and details)
Kansas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (KACRAO) Scholarship
3.25 GPA, ACT 22
$250, renewable
Kansas Masonic Foundation Student Loan & Scholarship Program
Young American Creative Patriotic Art Scholarships
Open to 9-12 grade students; patriotic art submission; see website for details
UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program
Students diagnosed w/epilepsy or immediate family member and/or caregiver of a person w/epilepsy
Lighthouse Guild Vision + Health Scholarships
Annual scholarship for legally blind students
Kansas County Clerks and Election Officials Association (KCCEOA) Scholarship Program
Attend a Kansas college and major in Journalism, Political Science, Communications or Business; 3.0GPA+
Skills USA Scholarship
Awards for Junior or Senior Skills USA members pursuing career technical goals
EEqual Scholarship Program
Students who are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity or are in extreme poverty.
April
Kansas Seed Industry Association
$1000
American Legion Legacy Scholarship
Scholarship for children of post 9/11 veterans who died on active duty, or have a combined VA disability rating of 50% or greater
Due April 1
Miami County Family and Community Education and Community Club Council Scholarship
Seniors or college freshmen who are Miami County residents; Involvement in school and activities
$500
Due: April 1
Nada Thoden Memorial Scholarship--Miami County Quilters Guild
$500
Kansas Financial Scholars Annual Essay Scholarship Contest
$1000 to $3000
Marais des Cygnes Chapter DAR Scholarship
Seniors w/at least a 2.0 GPA
$500
Parker Rural High School Alumni Association Scholarship
Senior related to a PRHS graduate
$400
Due: April 8
Heartland Rural Electric Line Worker Scholarship Application
$500
Due: April 15
Kansas City Associated Equipment Distributors (KCAED) Scholarship
2.5 GPA, pursuing associate degree or certificate in Diesel Mechanics or Heavy Equipment Repair
$1000
LDI Tech Up Tool Up Scholarship & Tool Allowance Program
Seniors attending a 2 year diesel tech program; up to 100% tuition semesters 2-4; tools allowance; work commitment
Construction Management Group (CMG) MIdwest Scholarship
API--American Petroleum Institute Scholarships
Seniors w/parent or guardian employed in the oil or gas industry OR student enrolling in an oil or gas related major such as Engineering or Geology; GPA must be in the upper 50% of senior class; 2 year or 4 year college enrollment
$1000--RENEWABLE up to 4 years
ECKAN (East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corporation) Scholarship
Senior's family income level must be 125% or less of poverty level guidelines
May
ASHRAE - American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers Scholarship
Seniors going into a variety of areas like: engineering, construction management, architecture/architectural engineering
$500 from the local chapter BUT go to "Society Scholarships" on the website for more scholarship opportunities
Due: May 5
Complete HS or GED, enrolled in a 3 year or less technical degree/certificate program in Fall, attend a not for profit post secondary institution; demonstrate financial need (must be Pell Grant eligible), under the age of 30, US citizen