DECEMBER SCHOLARSHIPS
Dec. 1 HAGAN SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
500 - up to $6,000 per semester
-must work 240 hours each year application/info
-must have 3.5 GPA or higher -must be Pell Grant eligible (household income not to exceed $85,000)
Eligible colleges in Kansas: Baker, Bethany, Emporia State, Fort Hays State, Friends, KSU, Kansas Wesleyan, MidAmerica Nazarene, Newman, Pitt State, Sterling, Tabor, KU, U of St. Mary, Washburn, Wichita State.
Dec.1 WASHBURN LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIPS (Topeka, KS)
$1,000 per year
Washburn's Leadership Institute can help you grow in personal leadership, awareness, and development. You will be connected to an active network of leaders during your time at Washburn
-earn a Leadership Studies Minor or Certificate -need 3.0 GPA and 24 ACT -info/applications
Dec. 1 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP
1 - $25,000, 24 - $5,625, 575 - $3,200
-senior member of National Honor Society
-essay required (250 words or less) on their subject -must be nominated -more information and application
Dec. 1 THE HOME SERVICE CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
$2,000
-not based on financial need -must "like" the Home Service Club's Facebook page -make a video (30 seconds to 1 minute) about: What are you passionate about and why do you want to go to college? -information/apply
Dec. 1 BARBARA LOTZE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR FUTURE PHYSICS TEACHERS
$2,000
-planning to pursue a course of study leading toward a career in teaching physics in high school,
while showing promise in your studies -information/application
Dec. 1 KANSAS DENTAL ASSOCIATION KIND INITIATIVE SCHOLARSHIPS
up to $25,000 per year
-for students pursuing a degree in dentistry -student will commit to practice dentistry in a rural area as a KanCare (Medicaid) provider for a period of time determined by the total KIND scholarship award APPLY
-you can also qualify for KIND Loan Forgiveness if you commit to a rural area for at least 3 years
Dec. 1 THE TENFOLD SCHOLARSHIP (KSU-SALINA)
Tuition for 4 years, Room & Board for Fr/Soph years, laptop
-must apply and submit Tenfold application to KSU-Salina by Dec. 1 -must be valedictorian -must have 3.95 GPA or higher -must have 32 or above ACT score INFO/APPLY
Dec. 1 WYLAND NATIONAL ART CHALLENGE
$1,500
1. Classroom Mural: Discover the magic of artistic collaboration! Work together as a class to create a 4-foot by 8-foot (or larger) mural. Three classrooms will win $250 for art supplies.
2. Individual Art: Bring out your inner Rembrandt! Individual pieces of art, in any medium, supporting the theme of the class mural. One 11th or 12th-grade winner will win a $500 scholarship. Additional winners from each grade level will receive a $50 gift card for art supplies. (mural participation not required for individual art entries)
3. Individual Photography: Share your focus on the world! Capture a moment of nature. One 11th or 12th-grade winner will win a $250 scholarship. An additional winner will win a $50 gift card.
-application/information
Dec. 2 RUDD FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP (Emporia St, Fort Hays St, Wichita St)
4-YEAR FULL RIDE
-must have 3.0 GPA -must demonstrate financial need (Pell Grant eligible) -Selection is based on the aptitude to succeed at the collegiate level, graduate in 4 years, and be a productive and contributing member of their chosen profession, their community and society as a whole. -to apply
Dec. 5 THE GENERATION GOOGLE SCHOLARSHIP
$10,000
-established to help aspiring computer scientists excel in technology and become leaders in the field
-be pursuing a Computer Science or Computer Engineering degree (or closely related field)
-be a student from an underrepresented group in computer science (African American, Hispanic, American Indian,
or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander) -info/apply
Dec. 5 TICKETHELP SAFE DRIVER SCHOLARSHIP (June and December)
2 - $1,000
-must have a driver's license for at least a year -must have 2.8 GPA or higher -have no tickets or incidents on your traffic record for the past 3 years -essay required (500 - 1,000 words) on one of 3 topics to apply
Dec. 8 JUNIOR AMERICAN CITIZEN CONTEST (Daughters of the American Revolution)
Varies
-there is an ART Contest, a CREATIVE EXPRESSION Contest, and a COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT
2022-23 Theme: The 200th Anniversary of the Santa Fe Trail: moving the Stars and Stripes Westward
-See Mr. McFarland for more information and application directions
Dec. 8 AMERICAN HISTORY ESSAY CONTEST (Daughters of the American Revolution)
Varies
-Essay (800-1,200 words: Select a figure from the era of the American Revolution (1773-1783). Discuss how he or she influenced the course of the American Revolution, who he or she was and his/her contribution to the founding of a new nation. Your figure may be any person, whether a well-known figure or an everyday man, woman or child who supported the American Revolution in ways large or small. -See Mr. McFarland for more information and application directions
Dec. 13 SCHOLARSHIPPOINTS $10,000 SCHOLARSHIP
$10,000 monthly
-no essay or GPA requirements -register at: www.scholarshippoints.com
Dec. 15 KSU CIVIC LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP
1ST - $4,000, 2ND - $2,500, 3RD - $2,000
-rewarding seniors that have demonstrated a commitment to serving others in their community, school, or place of worship -must be admitted to K-State and complete the combination admissions and scholarship application - then complete the KSU Civic Leadership Scholarship supplemental application found here: APPLY
Dec. 15 EDGERLEY-FRANKLIN URBAN LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP - KSU (Manhattan)
$5,000 x 4 yrs
-3.5 GPA or higher -be in Leadership Studies -have strong record of community service
-complete KSU combination application/scholarship application, as well as supplemental application APPLY
Dec. 15 BURGER KING SCHOLARS PROGRAM
up to $50,000
-show integrity, high standards, entrepreneurial spirit, good citizenship, and be a good student -recipients are selected based on grade point average, work experience, extracurricular activities and community service -need 2.5 GPA Apply
Dec. 15 ST. NEWMAN SCHOLARSHIP (Newman University, Wichita, KS)
Full Tuition
-must have 3.90 GPA or higher -completed application for admissions and been accepted -interview required
-completed scholarship application (includes submission of video, picture, and resume') APPLY
Dec. 15 MONSIGNOR MCNEILL SCHOLARSHIP (Newman University, Wichita, KS)
$20,000
-must have 3.90 GPA or higher -completed application for admissions and been accepted -interview required
-completed scholarship application (includes submission of video, picture, and resume') APPLY
Dec. 15 ASC SERVICE AWARD (Newman University, Wichita, KS)
$17,500
-must have 3.00 GPA or higher -completed application for admissions and been accepted -interview required
-completed scholarship application (includes submission of video, picture, and resume') APPLY
-demonstrated commitment to leadership and volunteerism
Dec. 15 NEWMAN HONORS SCHOLARSHIP (Newman University, Wichita, KS)
$1,000 per yr
-must have 3.70 GPA or higher -completed application for admissions and been accepted
-completed scholarship application (includes submission of video, picture, and resume') APPLY
Dec. 15 2021-22 PORCH SKILLED TRADE & TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIPS
$2,000 awarded 4x year
-must have 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 home services offered by Porch APPLY
Dec. 15 SENIOR PLANNING SOCIAL WORK & ELDERCARE AWARD
1 to 5 awards - Varied but $900 max
-for those who have demonstrated a commitment to the community in regards to healthcare and social assistance and intend to apply those experiences to a future career in the social work field -Essay required: (500 words or less) 3 questions: A) Please describe what influenced your decision to go into a career in the healthcare and/or social working fields, B) Tell us what you view as the most important single characteristic for a practicing social worker, and how you will embody that characteristic in your professional work, C) Why do you feel you are a strong candidate for this award and what sets you apart from other candidates in your field Apply
Dec. 15 MEDICAL SCRUBS COLLECTION SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000
-need 3.0 GPA or better -for students studying in any medical field such as therapy, nursing, medicine, nutrition, laboratory science, dentistry, etc. -you can choose to do one of two projects addressing the following question: What inspired you to pursue a degree in the medical field? 1) Make an image - up to 8.5" x 11", along with a short description, 2) Write an essay (500 words or less) - relevant pictures may be included -more information
Dec. 15 NORTH AMERICAN VAN LINES LOGISTICS SCHOLARSHIP
5 - $1,000
-plan on getting a degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management -essay required: (400-800 words) Detail why a career in logistics/supply chain management is the best career path for you information/entry
Dec. 15 THE FORMSWIFT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
$1,000
-make a business plan infographic about one of the suggested topics: Startup, Restaurant, Non-Profit, Transportation, Clothing
-scholarship program is for driven, up-and-coming entrepreneurs who are ready to commit to building a better world through their business ideas -send entry to [email protected]
Dec. 15 CREDITSOUP SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000
-must have 2.5 GPA or higher -essay required (400 to 800 words): Detail why you chose your major or the importance of your field of study. Include your personal thoughts and experiences that led you to your major. information/application
Dec. 16 EQUITABLE EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
100 - $5,000 and 100 - $2,500
-must display a good academic record -demonstrate leadership and participation in school and community activities
-must have work experience -have unusual personal or family circumstances
-Essay required: “The Equitable Excellence Scholarship is designed to inspire and empower individuals to be a Force for Good in their communities while investing in their future success. Please share how you are demonstrating courage, and plan to display strength and/or share wisdom with others in pursuit of achieving your dreams and making a positive impact in your local community and beyond. Please be specific about how you intend to continue your positive journey with assistance from the scholarship.” APPLY
Dec. 16 (priority deadline-actual deadline Jan. 2) ACACIA FRATERNITY SCHOLARSHIP (KSU)
1 - $3,000, 2 - $1,000
-for MEN who display scholarship, have leadership experience, and have strong essays
-interview in late January google application
Dec. 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
Dec. 31 SBO ESSAY CONTEST (School Band and Orchestra)
5 - $1,000
Essay required: (250 words or less) Why did you join Band, and why do you stick with it? to submit essay
Dec. 31 HOME DEPOT FOUNDATION PATH TO PRO SCHOLARSHIP
$2,000 - awarded 4 times a year
-Home Depot wants to help create the next generation of skilled trade leaders -Focused on Carpentry, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, or Construction Management APPLY
Dec. 31 POWER OF RESILIENCE SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000
-must have 3.0 GPA or higher -Essay required (1,000 words): Discuss when you were faced with a serious life challenge and how you overcame that challenge. In your essay, you should explain what you have learned, and especially what others can learn from your experience. APPLY
Dec. 31 NRA CIVIL RIGHTS YOUTH ESSAY CONTEST
$100 to $1,000
-essay 1,000 words or less:
The Second Amendment to the Constitution; What does it mean to you?
Apply: www.nradefensefund.org/contests-scholarships.aspx
Dec. 31 DISCOVER STUDENT LOANS SCHOLARSHIP SWEEPSTAKES
12 - $5000 (once each month)
-go HERE and follow the on-screen instructions to submit an entry into the sweepstakes
Dec. 31 APPROVEME.COM ENTREPRENEUR SCHOLARSHIP
$2,500
-Essay required (500-1,000 words): Explain why the concept of entrepreneurship is important to you and how you'd carry that forward in your field of study (whether starting a business, innovating upon industry standards, or evolving new areas within the industry) APPLY
Dec. 31 FAMILY BRACES SCHOLARSHIP
$250
- looking to support passionate, hardworking, and talented students -must be 18
-need 2.0 gpa or higher APPLY
Dec. 31 COLLEGEXPRESS HAPPY HOLIDAYS SCHOLARSHIP
$1,500
-100 characters maximum answering the question: What is your favorite holiday tradition? APPLY
Dec. 31 NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL POETRY CONTEST
$100 - 500 / Multiple winners each quarter
-open to 9-12 grades -looking for unpublished, the sole work of the entrant, and not entered in any other concurrent contest
-poems must be 20 lines or less -judged on creativity, originality, imagery, artistic quality, and mastery of poetic expression TO ENTER
Dec. 31 ROVE PEST CONTROL SCHOLARSHIP
$500
-open to anyone seeking a higher education -must have 3.0 GPA or higher -special consideration given to anyone pursuing
a degree in entomology or a related field www.rovepestcontrol.com/rove-pest-control-scholarship/
Dec. 31 CC BANK'S YOUNG SCHOLARS SCHOLARSHIP
5 - $2,000
-must have 3.0 GPA or higher -essay required (250 to 400 words): Describe how volunteer or community service has shaped who you are and what community service has taught you. Discuss any challenges or obstacles you have dealt with and overcome in life and how this will help you succeed in your studies. application
Dec. 31 OppU ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP
$2,500
500 words: Why you are an achiever...Have you created opportunity for yourself or for others? application
Dec. 31 TOP TEN LIST SCHOLARSHIP
$1,500
-create a Top Ten list of the top ten reasons you should get this scholarship (250 words or less) -apply
Dec. 31 UNIGO $10K SCHOLARSHIP
$10,000
-submit an online written response to the question: Would you rather be smart, funny, or rich? Why? (250 words or less) APPLY
Dec. 31 NICHE NO ESSAY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
$2,000 given away monthly
-open to all types of students attending college in the next year -create a Niche account and apply -must be 18 or have parent permission to enter REGISTER/APPLY
Dec. 31 CAPPEX “LEAD WITH YOUR HEART” SCHOLARSHIP
$2,500
-Looking for students who have dedicated their high school careers to working for the greater good. This award is about selfless service that has made a big impact on your community or beyond.
-Apply online: www.cappex.com/scholarships
Dec. 31 GEN AND KELLY TANABE SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000
-Essay required: 250 words or less answering one of three questions: Why do you deserve to win this scholarship?
Describe your academic or career goals? Pick your own topic? APPLY
Dec. 31 DOHERTY AND DONELON SCHOLARSHIPS
$1,000 - $4,000
-must be son, daughter or legally adopted child of a letter carrier National Association of Letter Carriers member in good standing -for application
Dec. 31 OPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL ESSAY CONTEST
$2,500
-write essay of 700-800 words on: Who is an Everyday Hero that Brings Out the Optimism in You? INFO/APPLY
Dec. 31 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