Kansas Nursing Service Scholarship
$6,250
Overview
The Kansas Nursing Service Scholarship supports students enrolled in LPN or RN programs who commit to practicing nursing in Kansas after graduation. Award recipients execute a promissory note with the State of Kansas obligating them to work in the state for one year for each year of scholarship funding received. Applicants who obtain a sponsor in a USDA Rural Opportunity Zone may receive a larger award; sponsorship is optional.
Who is eligible
- Applicants must be accepted into a Kansas nursing program (pre-nursing applicants are not eligible for funding).
- Students already holding a degree but who have not...
Overview
The Kansas Nursing Service Scholarship supports students enrolled in LPN or RN programs who commit to practicing nursing in Kansas after graduation. Award recipients execute a promissory note with the State of Kansas obligating them to work in the state for one year for each year of scholarship funding received. Applicants who obtain a sponsor in a USDA Rural Opportunity Zone may receive a larger award; sponsorship is optional.
Who is eligible
- Applicants must be accepted into a Kansas nursing program (pre-nursing applicants are not eligible for funding).
- Students already holding a degree but who have not...
O'Brate Foundation Traditional College Scholarship
$5,000
About the O’Brate Foundation
The O’Brate Foundation supports young people with limited financial means as they pursue educational goals and prepare to become constructive members of their communities. Beyond financial support, each scholar is paired with a staff mentor who helps navigate the challenges of transitioning to college. Scholars also take part in Financial Literacy programming and Personal & Professional Development workshops.
Scholarship details
Our Traditional College Scholarships are awarded based on financial need, are renewable, and range from $500 to $5,000 per year.
Eligibility criteria
To qualify, applicants must meet all of the following:
- Demonstrate financial need
-...
About the O’Brate Foundation
The O’Brate Foundation supports young people with limited financial means as they pursue educational goals and prepare to become constructive members of their communities. Beyond financial support, each scholar is paired with a staff mentor who helps navigate the challenges of transitioning to college. Scholars also take part in Financial Literacy programming and Personal & Professional Development workshops.
Scholarship details
Our Traditional College Scholarships are awarded based on financial need, are renewable, and range from $500 to $5,000 per year.
Eligibility criteria
To qualify, applicants must meet all of the following:
- Demonstrate financial need
-...
Hansen Scholar Scholarships
$6,500
Introduction
Dane G. Hansen Scholarships are awarded to eligible students who reside in specified counties of Northwest Kansas. These awards support academic study at accredited four-year colleges and universities in Kansas and honor the values of the late Dane G. Hansen.
Award Summary
- Amount: $6,500 per year
- Renewable: Up to three additional years (total possible support = four years), contingent on meeting renewal criteria
- Number available: Up to 35 Hansen Scholar awards for qualified high school seniors
Eligible Counties
Applicants must live in one of the following Northwest Kansas counties: Cheyenne, Cloud, Decatur, Ellis, Ellsworth, Gove, Graham,...
Introduction
Dane G. Hansen Scholarships are awarded to eligible students who reside in specified counties of Northwest Kansas. These awards support academic study at accredited four-year colleges and universities in Kansas and honor the values of the late Dane G. Hansen.
Award Summary
- Amount: $6,500 per year
- Renewable: Up to three additional years (total possible support = four years), contingent on meeting renewal criteria
- Number available: Up to 35 Hansen Scholar awards for qualified high school seniors
Eligible Counties
Applicants must live in one of the following Northwest Kansas counties: Cheyenne, Cloud, Decatur, Ellis, Ellsworth, Gove, Graham,...
Kansas State Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
The Kansas State Scholarship helps Kansas high school seniors who are designated as State Scholars and demonstrate financial need. The award targets students in roughly the top 40–50% of Kansas high school graduates who earn State Scholar status during their senior year.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply, during your senior year at a Kansas high school you must have:
- received confirmation that you completed the Kansas Scholars Curriculum (a certificate or notification); and
- been designated a Kansas State Scholar by the Kansas Board of Regents (a designation letter or notification).
Designation is determined using an index...
Introduction
The Kansas State Scholarship helps Kansas high school seniors who are designated as State Scholars and demonstrate financial need. The award targets students in roughly the top 40–50% of Kansas high school graduates who earn State Scholar status during their senior year.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply, during your senior year at a Kansas high school you must have:
- received confirmation that you completed the Kansas Scholars Curriculum (a certificate or notification); and
- been designated a Kansas State Scholar by the Kansas Board of Regents (a designation letter or notification).
Designation is determined using an index...
GMBS Music Scholarship
$3,000
Introduction
In tribute to Glenn Miller’s musical heritage, the Glenn Miller Birthplace Society (GMBS) welcomes applications for its annual Scholarship Competition. The program is open to high school seniors and college freshmen nationwide who plan to pursue music as a career. Applicants compete in two divisions—vocal and instrumental. From the pool of entries, ten vocal and ten instrumental semi-finalists will be invited to perform in person during our festival for the chance to be named the top three in each category.
2026 Prize Package
For 2026 we are offering an updated award structure with $36,000 in total scholarship money available....
Introduction
In tribute to Glenn Miller’s musical heritage, the Glenn Miller Birthplace Society (GMBS) welcomes applications for its annual Scholarship Competition. The program is open to high school seniors and college freshmen nationwide who plan to pursue music as a career. Applicants compete in two divisions—vocal and instrumental. From the pool of entries, ten vocal and ten instrumental semi-finalists will be invited to perform in person during our festival for the chance to be named the top three in each category.
2026 Prize Package
For 2026 we are offering an updated award structure with $36,000 in total scholarship money available....
Metal of Honor Fund Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
The Metal of Honor Fund has operated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit for more than a decade. Over that time the organization has raised in excess of $500,000 for charitable causes and provided assistance to thousands of families.
MOH Fund Scholarship — Eligibility
The MOH Fund Scholarship supports students planning to enroll in full-time continuing education at one of the following:
- a two-year or four-year college,
- a vocational school, or
- a technical school.
Applicants must be current high school seniors preparing to graduate and must be dependents of someone working in the HVAC industry or be employed...
Introduction
The Metal of Honor Fund has operated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit for more than a decade. Over that time the organization has raised in excess of $500,000 for charitable causes and provided assistance to thousands of families.
MOH Fund Scholarship — Eligibility
The MOH Fund Scholarship supports students planning to enroll in full-time continuing education at one of the following:
- a two-year or four-year college,
- a vocational school, or
- a technical school.
Applicants must be current high school seniors preparing to graduate and must be dependents of someone working in the HVAC industry or be employed...
Paul Newland Scholarship
$1,000
The Paul Newland Scholarship is for students planning to attend or are accepted to a two-year or four-year accredited college or university on a full-time basis. These students must be high school graduates in states where Hercules Industries conducts business (CO, NM, AZ, WY, UT, TX). Paul Newland Scholars will be America's next generation of leaders who persevere through challenges and who are rooted in the values of the Christian faith, entrepreneurship and personal responsibility.There are a vast number of students who lack the financial means to attend higher education. The Paul S. Newland Scholarship is designed to alleviate some...
The Paul Newland Scholarship is for students planning to attend or are accepted to a two-year or four-year accredited college or university on a full-time basis. These students must be high school graduates in states where Hercules Industries conducts business (CO, NM, AZ, WY, UT, TX). Paul Newland Scholars will be America's next generation of leaders who persevere through challenges and who are rooted in the values of the Christian faith, entrepreneurship and personal responsibility.There are a vast number of students who lack the financial means to attend higher education. The Paul S. Newland Scholarship is designed to alleviate some...
Odenza Vacations College Scholarship
$500
Eligibility for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship
Introductory summary:
To qualify for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship, applicants must meet age, academic, residency, and submission requirements listed below. The essay prompt is available on the application page and must be completed by the stated deadline.
Who is eligible:
- Age: You must be between 17 and 24 years old as of September 1, 2026.
- Essay: Provide a response to the essay question shown on the application page and submit it before the deadline of May 1, 2026.
- Academic standing: Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Residency: Be...
Eligibility for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship
Introductory summary:
To qualify for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship, applicants must meet age, academic, residency, and submission requirements listed below. The essay prompt is available on the application page and must be completed by the stated deadline.
Who is eligible:
- Age: You must be between 17 and 24 years old as of September 1, 2026.
- Essay: Provide a response to the essay question shown on the application page and submit it before the deadline of May 1, 2026.
- Academic standing: Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Residency: Be...
Got a Spine Scholarship
$500
Eligibility Criteria for the "Got a Spine Scholarship" by Arctic Chiropractic:
To qualify for the Arctic Chiropractic's "Got a Spine Scholarship", the following conditions must be met by the student:
1) The student must be enrolled in a college or university by October 2026.
2) By October 2026, the student must be attending the college or university on a full-time basis.
3) The student must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher in their most recent academic year.
4) The student must be a resident of either the United States or Canada.
5) By October 2026, the student...
Eligibility Criteria for the "Got a Spine Scholarship" by Arctic Chiropractic:
To qualify for the Arctic Chiropractic's "Got a Spine Scholarship", the following conditions must be met by the student:
1) The student must be enrolled in a college or university by October 2026.
2) By October 2026, the student must be attending the college or university on a full-time basis.
3) The student must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher in their most recent academic year.
4) The student must be a resident of either the United States or Canada.
5) By October 2026, the student...
Culpepper Exum Scholarship
$1,000
2025 Culpepper Exum Scholarship — National Kidney Foundation
Overview
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is pleased to announce the 2025 Culpepper Exum Scholarship, made possible by nephrology social worker Beth Witten in memory of her brother. The scholarship supports two individuals who are receiving dialysis or who have received a kidney transplant in pursuing post-secondary education. Applicants must reside in either Kansas or Missouri.
Background
Beth Witten created the Culpepper Exum Scholarship to honor her brother, who lived with diabetes and underwent dialysis before passing from heart disease. The fund’s goal is to assist two eligible individuals each school year...
2025 Culpepper Exum Scholarship — National Kidney Foundation
Overview
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is pleased to announce the 2025 Culpepper Exum Scholarship, made possible by nephrology social worker Beth Witten in memory of her brother. The scholarship supports two individuals who are receiving dialysis or who have received a kidney transplant in pursuing post-secondary education. Applicants must reside in either Kansas or Missouri.
Background
Beth Witten created the Culpepper Exum Scholarship to honor her brother, who lived with diabetes and underwent dialysis before passing from heart disease. The fund’s goal is to assist two eligible individuals each school year...
Stuck at Prom Scholarship
$10,000
Introduction Duck Brand is marking the 26th anniversary of its Stuck At Prom Scholarship Contest, and you’re invited to join the celebration. More than 8,500 students have crafted unique promwear from Duck Brand tapes in past contests — now it’s your turn to design something eye-catching and compete for scholarship awards. How the contest works — three simple steps 1) Create Design and wear original prom attire made with Duck Brand duct tape and/or Duck Brand crafting tape. Be sure to capture the moment with a high-resolution photograph. Refer to the official rules for full specifications. 2) Submit Complete the...
Introduction Duck Brand is marking the 26th anniversary of its Stuck At Prom Scholarship Contest, and you’re invited to join the celebration. More than 8,500 students have crafted unique promwear from Duck Brand tapes in past contests — now it’s your turn to design something eye-catching and compete for scholarship awards. How the contest works — three simple steps 1) Create Design and wear original prom attire made with Duck Brand duct tape and/or Duck Brand crafting tape. Be sure to capture the moment with a high-resolution photograph. Refer to the official rules for full specifications. 2) Submit Complete the...
Hearts for Community Service
$5,000
A 2022 study from the Pell Institute and PennAHEAD highlights that the rising cost of college imposes severe, long-term hardships on low-income students and students of color. While higher education can still be a pathway to improved economic mobility for many first-generation and low-income learners, the report warns that it frequently saddles them with crippling debt. Warrick Dunn Charities’ Hearts for Community Service Scholarship aims to reduce the financial strain of pursuing post-secondary education and to support students who use community volunteerism as a springboard toward higher-paying careers, economic security, and improved quality of life for themselves and future generations....
A 2022 study from the Pell Institute and PennAHEAD highlights that the rising cost of college imposes severe, long-term hardships on low-income students and students of color. While higher education can still be a pathway to improved economic mobility for many first-generation and low-income learners, the report warns that it frequently saddles them with crippling debt. Warrick Dunn Charities’ Hearts for Community Service Scholarship aims to reduce the financial strain of pursuing post-secondary education and to support students who use community volunteerism as a springboard toward higher-paying careers, economic security, and improved quality of life for themselves and future generations....
