Missouri Scholarships for High School and College Students

Investing in today’s young people is the best way to grow the next generation of farmers, ranchers, and agri-business leaders. The Missouri State Fair Foundation supports that mission through its Youth in Agriculture Committee — a statewide volunteer group that raises funds all year to benefit agricultural youth. Since 1992 the committee has awarded 816 scholarships totaling $968,000. Funding - Scholarships are financed by proceeds from the Missouri State Fair Sale of Champions (including a commission assessed on all livestock sold), Hometown Support contributed by exhibitors whose animals are sold in the Sale of Champions, the auction of a commemorative...

The Missouri Broadcasters Association offers scholarships to Missouri students pursuing degrees in broadcast/digital media at either public or private institutions. High school seniors who have not yet started college may also apply, but they must provide evidence of enrollment before the scholarship money is disbursed. Applications must be submitted by January 15.Eligibility CriteriaEvery Applicant:Must be a resident of Missouri.Must be currently enrolled in a Missouri college, university, or accredited technical/trade school, or be a high school senior who has been accepted into a Missouri higher education institution.Must be enrolled or intending to enroll in a broadcast/digital media or related program,...

The MCCA is delighted to announce the availability of $15,000 in scholarships annually for graduating cheerleaders. This includes ten scholarships of $1,000 each, one scholarship of $2,000, and the $3,000 Suzy Thompson Scholarship.KEY DETAILS:The scholarships are one-time, non-renewable awards.The applicant's coach must be a fully paid MCCA member by February 1.Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 unweighted scale. A school counselor will confirm the GPA after the first semester grades are released.Applicants must fill out the MCCA Scholarship Application Form online (found below).Scholarship recipients are required to attend the MCCA Coaches Conference to accept...

About Go-Long Go-Long was founded in 2002 by a group of friends who shared a passion for football and a desire to give back. Guided by the motto to give of oneself, live life to the fullest, and never give up, the team launched a yard work and neighborhood beautification business that donates 100% of its proceeds to the Go-Long Scholarship Fund. In addition to fundraising, the Go-Long volunteer team organizes neighborhood beautification projects that involve scholarship recipients and help generate support for future scholars. Purpose The Go-Long Scholarship Fund exists to award financial assistance to students from the Greater...

Introduction Freemasons regard education as a cornerstone of our state’s and nation’s wellbeing. To support this belief, the Masonic Scholarship Fund of Missouri, Inc. awards multiple scholarships each year to qualified Missouri high school seniors. Scholarships Available (Undergraduate) Undergraduate applicants may be considered for the following awards: - Masonic Merit Scholarship — $1,000 per year, renewable up to four consecutive years. - Ruth Lutes Bachmann Scholarship — $1,000 per year, renewable up to four consecutive years. (For students pursuing nursing or teaching.) - Samuel Smith Stewart Scholarship — $17,000 per year, renewable up to four consecutive years. - Community College...

Introduction The Missouri 4-H Foundation awards educational scholarships to current 4-H members and alumni who are pursuing post-secondary education. More than sixty scholarships are offered each year, with individual awards ranging from $500 to $2,500. A single application will be reviewed for all scholarships for which the candidate meets the donor’s specific conditions. Eligibility and use of funds - Applicants must be high school seniors or beyond and enrolled in post-secondary education at the time the scholarship is used. - Scholarship funds must be claimed and used within nine months of the award date. Application process and required materials -...

Overview The Missouri Women’s Golf Education Association (MWGEA) awards college scholarships to female high school seniors who live in Missouri. Applicants must be United States citizens, and completed applications must be received by the annual deadline. Eligibility - Must be a female resident of Missouri and a U.S. citizen. - Scholarships are awarded one time per high school graduate. - Applicants currently receiving a full collegiate scholarship are not eligible. The total scholarship award, when combined with other financial aid, may not exceed the value of a full grant-in-aid. Award payment Scholarship funds are paid directly to the college or...

Overview The Missouri Land Improvement Contractors Association (MLICA) offers a single scholarship each year in the amount of $1,000.00. This award is reserved for a full-time student enrolled at the State Technical College of Missouri (formerly Linn State Technical College) who is working toward a certificate or an associate degree in a construction-related program: either Construction & Civil Technology or Heavy Equipment Operations. Eligibility - Must be a full-time student at State Technical College of Missouri (formerly Linn State Technical College). - Must be enrolled in the Construction & Civil Technology or Heavy Equipment Operations program, pursuing a certificate or...

Eligibility CriteriaThe scholarship is open to children whose parent has been severely injured or killed in a work-related accident that is eligible for compensation under the Missouri Workers' Compensation Law.Duration of the ScholarshipThe scholarship is valid for one academic year. Students are required to reapply annually. The awarding of scholarships is dependent on the availability of funds.Permissible Uses of Scholarship FundsThe scholarship money can be used for tuition, books, supplies, accommodation, meals, and other education-related expenses that are not covered by other grants or scholarships.Eligible Educational InstitutionsThe scholarship can be used at any accredited post-high school educational institution, such as...