APRIL SCHOLARSHIPS
April 1 DJ BALES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (KS HOUNDSMEN)
$500
-for any post secondary education -sponsored by the Kansas Federation of Houndsmen -essay required (500 words): Why hunting or working with dogs or hounds has changed my life. application here
April 1 TOPEKA AREA CATBACKERS SCHOLARSHIP (K-State)
1 - $1,000
-must be a child or grandchild of a current active member of Catbackers - and they must have been members for at least the 2 previous years -based on academic achievements, honors, leadership, work and community experience, and career goals Application
April 1 LOCKHEED MARTIN STEM SCHOLARSHIP
200 - $10,000
-must have a 2.5 GPA or higher -major or planning to major in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics -demonstrate financial need -be willing to consider internship opportunities with Lockheed Martin APPLY
April 1 GLEN LYGRISSE / KACRAO SCHOLARSHIP
4 - $250
-must have 3.25 GPA or higher -must have 22 ACT or higher
-1 page essay required responding to 1 of 2 given statements -to apply
April 1 LANG DIESEL INC. TECHUPTOOLUP SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
-tools and tuition
-must be attending a 2-year diesel tech program -must agree to work for Lang Diesel (Hays, KS) for 3 years after graduation -for more information and application
April 1 STEM/ENGINEERING SUMMER CAMPS at KU (sponsored by KU and KSTATE)
June 12-17, June 19-23, July 10-14, July 17-21
-NO COST -focus areas: Math, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, and AI (Artificial Intelligence)
-preference given to students from rural school districts INFO/APPLY
April 1 FRAME MY FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST
Custom frame + $500 to $6,000
-How do you envision your future? Whether through photography, ink, collage, painting, mixed media, or graphic design work, submit an original creation expressing what YOU hope to achieve in your personal and professional life after college. -must submit a JPG/JPEG or PNG file no larger than 10MB -descriptions cannot exceed 500 words SUBMIT
April 1 COMMUNICATION & FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP
Tuition and books (Allen Community College)
-may receive extra financial help if GPA is 3.5 or above
-interest in Art, Theater, Music and Journalism
April 1 CHRIS TROUSDALE DREAM AWARDS
up to $2,000
-essay contest open to emerging students of music and musical theater -will provide funding for out-of-town travel and accommodations related to auditions, try-outs or visits to an arts school or summer music or theater program APPLY
April 1 THE PROJECT YELLOW LIGHT/HUNTER GARNER VIDEO SCHOLARSHIP
$8,000
-must create a 10 or 25 second video to encourage your friends to avoid distracted driving -videos judged on: Ability to capture the attention of others, specifically your peers, Persuade others to alter driving habits - your video must resonate with teens and move them to action, Clarity of message - understandable and well-structured, Creative expression - put your personal stamp on it, and Video should be of good production quality
-for more information: to apply
April 1 ELLIS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
$2,000 (renewable)
-need 3.0 GPA -20 or above ACT -have financial need
-attend an Ellis Foundation school (most Kansas colleges participate - for more info)
April 1 AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER ASSOCIATION HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST
10 - $2,000
-register and apply at www.afsascholarship.org
April 1 KANSAS SEED INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
2 - $1,000
-must be pursuing a degree in Agronomy, Ag Education, Ag Econ/Business Ag Communications, Food Science, Grain Milling,
Ag Technology, Ag Farm Management, Horticulture, etc. and attending a Kansas college Application
April 1 ATCHISON COUNTY FARM BUREAU ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
$500
-parents must be members of Atchison County Farm Bureau -Mr. McFarland has application
April 1 MG JAMES URSANO SCHOLARSHIP FUND
amount varies
-children or Army soldiers on active duty, retired or deceased while on active duty or after retirement
-maintain a 2.0 GPA -apply online
April 1 HAMM FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
$500
-must be pursuing a career in heavy construction or industrial arts -see Mr. McFarland for application
April 5 GIANT/JBN COMMUNICATIONS SCHOLARSHIP
5 - $250
-parent/guardian must be a customer of GIANT Communications or JBN Telephone -essay required (1 page): Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more? -application
April 1 (deadline to register) HEALTH AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES DAY (Fort Hays State)
for juniors and seniors - April 8 is the DAY
-for students interested in careers in health, communication sciences and disorders, health and human performance, nursing, psychology, and social work REGISTER
AprIl 3 KANSAS FINANCIAL SCHOLARS ESSAY SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST
$1,000 to $3,000
-must be planning to attend a school in Kansas -must have participated in 1 of the following agency-sponsored programs: EverFi/Kansas Financial Scholars Program, The Stock Market Game, Personal Finance Challenge, Banzai, Dave Ramsey HS Course, High School Financial Planning Program, etc. -info/application/essay prompts
April 6 2020 AMERICAN FOREIGN SERVICE ASSOCIATION NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ESSAY
$2,500 + trip to Washington, DC + Semester at Sea
-meant to encourage students to "think critically about a topic of global significance and the key role diplomacy plays in connecting people and ideas" -essay required: (1,000-1,250 words) focus on a specific challenge to US peace and prosperity, and must include one example of the work of the Foreign Service and one or more examples of collaboration between America's diplomats and other civilian (non-military) US government agencies or organizations
-online application: www.afsa.org/essay_contest.aspx
April 8 KANSAS CITY DIVISION FBI YOUTH LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
June 10 - 8:00 am to 5 pm
-upcoming juniors or seniors are eligible / 25 spots available -students will be evaluated on their application (including GPA, school activities and community involvement), and their essay -essay required (1-3 pages): Indicate why you would like to be part of the program and how this experience will serve as an enrichment to you (i.e. better understanding of law enforcement, career aspirations, etc.) See Mr. McFarland for application Other information
April 10 (registration deadline) CREATE REAL IMPACT VIDEO & GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST
$250 - $1,500
-As a teen, how do you talk to your friends, parents, and even your siblings about the very real dangers of reckless and distracted driving? Showcase your talent in art, music, video or creative writing to address reckless and distracted driving and solve the problem. -information/application
April 10 BLACKS AT MICROSOFT SCHOLARSHIPS
2 - $5,000 x 4 years
-must be pursuing a degree in engineering, computer science, computer informations systems, or select business programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing) -must have a passion for technology -must have 3.3 grade point average or higher -must need financial assistance to attend college -must be of African descent (African American or African) to apply
April 11 BILL GANDERT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
varies
-a scholarship program to benefit a graduating senior in a non-discriminatory way allowing them opportunity to pursue higher education in a specific trade or vocation outside of traditional undergraduate schools -must be current residents of privately owned federally assisted low income housing properties (Section 8, Rent Supplement, Rental Assistance Payments or Low Income Housing Tax Credit program) -demonstrate sound community leadership through volunteer work at school or in the community -essay required: 1 page narrative explaining your goals with respect to your educational or training program
-application
April 11 MARY LOU MANZIE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
varies
-a scholarship program to benefit a non-traditional student in an encouraging and non-discriminatory way allowing them opportunity to pursue a higher education -must be current residents of privately owned federally assisted low income housing properties (Section 8, Rent Supplement, Rental Assistance Payments or Low Income Housing Tax Credit program) -must have 2.5 GPA or higher -demonstrate sound community leadership through volunteer work at school or in the community -essay required: 1 page narrative explaining your goals with respect to your educational or training program -application
April 11 AIMCO CARES OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
varies
-a scholarship program to benefit a traditional student in an encouraging and non-discriminatory way allowing them opportunity to pursue a higher education -must be current residents of privately owned federally assisted low income housing properties (Section 8, Rent Supplement, Rental Assistance Payments or Low Income Housing Tax Credit program) -must have 2.5 GPA or higher -demonstrate sound community leadership through volunteer work at school or in the community -essay required: 1 page narrative explaining your goals with respect to your educational or training program -application
April 12 NATIONAL WORK ZONE AWARENESS DESIGN CONTEST
$200 GIFT CARD
-grades 8-12 eligible -design a 3/4 page ad focused on work zone safety addressing topics like Work Zone Speed Limits, Distracted Driving, Driver/Worker Safety, etc. information/submissions
April 15 AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY POST 225 AWARDS
1 - $250
-must be sponsored by a member of Post 225 or a Post adjunct:
American Legion or Sons of the American Legion
-essay required, “Why I want to attend college”
April 15 AMERICAN LEGION LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
up to $20,000
-need based -for children of US military members who died while on active duty on or after Sept. 11, 2001 and children of
post-9/11 veterans having been assigned a combined disability rating of 50% or greater by the Department of Veterans Affairs information/application
April 15 DELTA CHI/JAMES KOMATZ SCHOLARSHIP (KSU)
1 - $250
-must have 3.0 GPA or better -male only -show scholarship, leadership, service, involvement -application (near the bottom of the page)
April 15 2022 SUMMER VENTURE IN BUSINESS AT KU
-9th, 10th, 11th grade underrepresented ethnic minority students, and/or first-generation students who are interested in business
-must have 3.0 GPA or higher -all participants receive a scholarship that covers the general cost of the program
-sessions in June and July More Information
April 15 "WE THE STUDENTS" ESSAY CONTEST
$500 - $7,500 + opportunity to attend Constitutional Academy in Washington, DC
-500 to 800 word essay discussing: How does an understanding of natural rights and respect build a free society?
-more information
April 15 SCOTT & KIM VERPLANK FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Up to $10,000
-childhood diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes and successfully managing diabetes with proper medication, exercise and diet
-commitment to maintaining a 3.0 GPA or higher and and participating in athletics APPLY
April 15 NSHSS STEAM SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000
-must be planning to major in a STEAM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, or Mathematics), including any area related to the medical field -(500 words): Discuss why you have selected your intended STEAM major and your future career plans related to this major application
April 15 ATCHISON LEADERS SCHOLARSHIP
Full 2 years at Highland CC
-awarded to African-American male seniors from the Atchison, KS area / if no qualified applicants it can be awarded to other historically underrepresented populations as well as students with a strong financial need -Essay required: (6 shorter answer questions) -required to live and work in Atchison for a min. of 2 consecutive years following graduation -see Mr. McFarland
April 15 STEPS FOR CHANGE SCHOLARSHIP
3 - $2,000
-reward recipients must display academic excellence, exude passion in empowering the community, and exemplify a desire for continuous personal growth -need a 3.5 GPA or better -need household income of less than $55,000 -make a 1 minute video in response to the question: How would you value yourself? -essay required (500 words or less) answering one of the following questions: A) Describe your most meaningful achievements and how they relate to your field of study and your future goals. B) Pick an experience from your own life and explain how it has influenced your development. Application
April 15 VARSITY TUTORS MONTHLY SCHOLARSHIP
$200
-Essay based equally on Clarity, Creativity, Originality and Sincerity www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship
April 15 COLLEGE JUMP START SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000
-plan to attend an accredited 2 or 4 year school -essay required (250 words or less) on 1 of 4 topics
-be committed to using education to better your life and that of your family and/or community
to apply: www.jumpstart-scholarship.net/application-us
April 15 N. CENTRAL KS TECHNICAL COLLEGE AWARDS
23 - $500
-one page essay on educational/career goals
April 15 JOHN COWAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000
-go to school in Kansas -be able to show the intent to make Geography or a Geography-related career the major focus of your higher education -apply online
April 16 HIREAHELPER SKILLED TRADE & TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIPS
1 - $2,000 award 4x year
-must have a 3.4 GPA or higher -must be pursuing a degree that enables you or others in your community to learn a new trade, develop skills and technology, or start a small business related to moving services offered by HireAHelper Apply
April 16 ATCHISON JAZZ EXPRESS KAREN SOYLAND MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
$500
-must be currently involved in instrumental music and enroll in a performing instrumental class in college
-you do not need to major in music -1 page essay: discussing your interest in instrumental music, including participation in school or community groups and planned involvement in college and beyond -application here
April 17 DEALSPOTR COUPONING IN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000
-must have a valid .edu email address at a US college or university -short answer (100 words or less): What's the single most creative way you've saved money in college? -application
April 18 CDM SMITH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
8 - $7,500 / 2 for significant financial need, 2 to promote diversity, 4 traditional
-must have 3.0 GPA or higher -planning to major in an eligible STEM program (list at link) INFO/APPLY
April 19 LENDEDU SCHOLARSHIP
2 - $1,000
-750 words or less answering the following question: How can new and emerging technologies be harnessed to improve the money management skills of our nation's young adults? -information/application
April 19 KNOJI CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY AND BRAND VALUES SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000
-create a short (2-3 minutes) video highlighting a company that maintains positive brand values, and uses these values to make a lasting impact on their community and the world application/information
April 20 INNOVATION IN EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
$500
-must have 3.0 GPA or higher -must have designed an innovative project that makes a difference in the lives of others
(for example: a website, series of blogs, an app, fundraising event, etc.)
-entry window open from the 1st to the 20th of each month -for application
April 21 QUESTBRIDGE COLLEGE PREP SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
1,500 awards of various amounts
-must have an annual family income of less than $60,000 -must be a current high school junior
-criteria based on Academic Achievement, Financial Need, and Additional Criteria - such as Parent's level of education, Extenuating circumstances, and Extra-curricular achievements -apply/info
April 21 BLACK & YELLOW DAY at WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY
Cost: $15 + $5 for any other guests
-explore student life opportunities, hear from current students, see housing options, eat in Shocker Dining REGISTER
April 22 KANSAS WESLEYAN COYOTE PREVIEW DAY (Salina, KS)
-for all students to learn about academics, admissions and financial aid + a campus tour REGISTER
April 22 SHOCKER SATURDAY at WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY
-Admissions presentation, student panel, campus & housing tour, free T-shirt REGISTER
April 22 SIGNET CLASSICS STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY CONTEST
5 - $1,000
-essay (at least 2 and no more than 3 double-spaced typed pages) on 1 of 5 topics taken from the book Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte -essays must be submitted by your high school English teacher more information/entry
April 27 AYN RAND’S THE FOUNTAINHEAD ESSAY CONTEST
$25 - $5,000
-for 9th thru 12th grades -essay of 800 to 1600 words on 1 of 3 topics:
1.Mallory says the following about Roark: “You know how people long to be eternal. But they die with every day that passes. . . . They change, they deny, they contradict—and they call it growth. . . . How do they expect a permanence which they have never held for a single moment? But Howard—one can imagine him existing forever.” Give examples of characters in the novel who change in the way Mallory suggests. In what respects is Roark unchanging through the book? Are there any respects in which his character develops? How do these issues of characterization relate to the theme of the novel?
2.Toohey tells Keating the following: “I’m the most selfless man you’ve ever known. I have less independence than you, whom I just forced to sell your soul.” Drawing on Toohey’s own explanation and on his actions in the story, explain your understanding of what Toohey means by this. Does the author agree with Toohey’s assessment of his own motivation? Do you? Explain your answers.
3.In The Fountainhead, we can see how Roark is guided by his own creative vision, whether in the way he develops his skills as an architect, in the terms on which he’ll work for employers, or in the standards he uses for accepting or rejecting new clients. Judging from examples of these aspects of his decisions and actions, do you think he would be a supporter or opponent of free-market capitalism? Explain your answer, being sure to define relevant terms. INFO/ENTER
April 27 AYN RAND’S ANTHEM ESSAY CONTEST
$25 - $2,000
-for 8th through 12th grade -essay of 600 to 1200 words on 1 of 3 topics:
1.Ayn Rand once said that chapters XI and XII of Anthem contain the real anthem of the story. Consider several different definitions of the word “anthem” and then explain why you think Ayn Rand called the book “Anthem.” In what sense do you think chapters XI and XII (or the book as a whole) is an anthem? How does the book’s title relate to the themes and message of the story? Explain your answer.
2.For the following statement from Anthem, explain its role in the story, its relation to the themes and message of the story, and its relevance to your own life: “Indeed you are happy,” they answered. “How else can men be when they live for their brothers?”
3.Equality 7-2521 has committed some of the worst crimes there are in his society. If those crimes are discovered, he faces the risk of terrible punishment. Yet in the face of this danger, and despite how much Equality has suffered at the hands of his society, he resolves to bring his invention (and admit his crimes) to the World Council of Scholars. What motivates him to come forward? What does he hope to achieve? If you were Equality’s friend (like International 4-8818) or the person who loves him (like Liberty 5-3000), what would you want him to do, and why? What do you think would be right for him to do, and why? INFO/ENTER
Apr. 28 KANSAS CITY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTORS SCHOLARSHIP
$2,000
-be enrolled full-time (12+ hours) in a vocational/technical school -be pursuing an associate of applied science degree or certificate in Diesel Mechanics or Heavy Equipment Repair -GPA of 2.5 or higher -Essay required: (750-1000 words): Please explain why you feel you should receive this scholarship, and how you would use the scholarship, if awarded. Criteria: Essay - 25%, Short Answer Responses - 25%, Attendance - 15%, GPA - 15%, Involvement and Activities - 15%, References - 5% APPLY
April 28 HAMM FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
$2,000
-for students pursuing a 2-year or technical college degree in heavy construction or industrial arts Mr. McFarland has the app
April 28 KIM BENESCHOTT CREATIVE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000
-be pursuing a degree in a Creative Arts program -essay required (500-1,000 words): Please tell us a bit about yourself and how you plan to make a positive impact on the world through your artistic pursuits. You are encouraged to include links to any relevant creative work. to apply
April 30 LANG DIESEL INC. SCHOLARSHIP & TOOL ALLOWANCE PROGRAM (10 Kansas/1 Iowa locations)
Tools, Tuition
-for students wanting to complete a two-year diesel tech program -must be willing to commit to a 3 year work term post-graduation APPLY
April 30 SPORTS UNLIMITED SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000
-essay required (500 - 1000 words): Do you believe collegiate athletes should be allowed to be paid for playing sports?
Please explain why or why not. Info/how to submit
April 30 ANTHONY'S SCHOLARSHIP - LIVING WITH A SENSE OF PURPOSE
$2,000
-must have 3.0 GPA or higher -Essay required (500-1,000 words): Thoughtful ideas on how legislation can be implemented to lower or decrease the rate of suicide in the United States Questions Apply
April 30 AMERICAN PETROLEUM INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP (Western KS chapter)
4 - $1,000 x 4 years
-2 "Regular" scholarships: Parent or guardian must be employed in the oil or gas industry -need 3.8 GPA or higher
-2 "Industry" scholarships: Must remain enrolled in an oil or gas related major, such as engineering or geology, for up to 4 years -need 3.8 GPA or higher APPLY
April 30 LET GROW THINK FOR YOURSELF SCHOLARSHIP
1 - $5,000, 3 - $1,000
-Essay contest: Select 1 of 6 essay topics APPLY/PROMPTS
April 30 DEBT-FREE DEGREE GIVEAWAY
$2,500
-sponsored by Anthony O' Neal and Kaplan to apply
April 30 ALL ABOUT EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
$3,000
-submit an online written response to: How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?
(250 words or less) -apply
April 30 IWSH ESSAY SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST
$1,000, $750, $500
-to acquaint the uninitiated with the crucial importance the plumbing industry plays in our everyday lives -to introduce students to the global impact of International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene projects -essay (800 - 1,600 words): What can IWSH do to improve sanitation and clean water for those who lack access to a plumbing system? more information
April 30 GOENNOUNCE DEFINE YOURSELF MONTHLY SCHOLARSHIP
$500
-what are you interested in? what are your education goals?
www.goennounce.com/static/scholarship1?
April 30 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Varies
-interested in completing a program in emergency medical services -be dedicated to the profession, have financial need, dedicated to the community, serve as a positive ambassador for NAEMT
-must be a student member of NAEMT -information
April 30 DR. ALMA S ADAMS SCHOLARSHIP FOR OUTREACH AND HEALTH COMMUNICATIONS
2 - $5,000
-foundation is dedicated to building a world where young people reject tobacco and anyone can quit
-applicants will be committed to serving low-income communities and underrepresented groups in regards to tobacco prevention/control -3.0 GPA-demonstrate financial need -pursue a degree in public health, communications, social work, education, or a related field
www.legacyforhealth.org/get-involved/awards-scholarships/dr.-alma-s.-adams-scholarships/?o=3571#
April 30 MCCORMICK & MURPHY PERSONAL INJURY SCHOLARSHIP
$500
-must be planning on pursuing a law degree -must have 3.0 GPA or higher to apply
April 30 DIGITAL RESPONSIBILITY E-WASTE SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000
-purpose is to help you understand the impact of e-waste and what can be done to reduce e-waste information/application
April 30 NICHE NO ESSAY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
$2,000 given away monthly
-open to all types of students
to register go to: http://colleges.niche.com/scholarship/apply.aspx
April 30 SCHOLARSHIPPOINTS $10,000 SCHOLARSHIP
$10,000 monthly
-no essay or GPA requirements -register at: www.scholarshippoints.com
April 30 $1,000 CAPPEX EASY COLLEGE MONEY SCHOLARSHIP (monthly)
$1,000
-enrolled or planning to enroll in the next year -go to Cappex and register to be eligible go here
April 30 LEAGUE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS (3 different scholarships)
7 awards
-available to self-identified gay, lesbian, bisexual or trangender graduating seniors -must have 3.0 GPA or better
2 - 250 word essays required: application
April 30 COURAGE TO GROW SCHOLARSHIP
$500 - 1 EACH MONTH
-2.5 GPA or higher -Essay required (250 words or less): Why you believe you should be awarded this scholarship.
(Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar are important) www.couragetogrowscholarship.com