O'Brate Foundation Traditional College Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by O'Brate Foundation
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
- Be between 17 and 25 years of age
- Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Be a Kansas high school graduate or hold an equivalent credential
- Be enrolled full time, or planning to enroll full time, in an undergraduate or graduate-level program, certificate, or degree at an accredited technical school, community college, or college/university
- Have relevant work experience and show a commitment to working while attending school
- Exhibit drive and determination to succeed
Application deadline
The application opens every January and must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on May 1. Because the application window is open for more than three months, extensions are not granted for any reason.