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Top Missouri Scholarships in 2021
Seeking Missouri Scholarships? The following list is a great place to start, whether you are from Missouri or an out-of-state student lucky enough to attend college in the “Show-Me State.” We know you are here on a mission to find scholarships that match you, so we are going to “Show-you” a list so that you can start applying right away!
Jump ahead to:
- Top Missouri Scholarships
- Resources for Missouri Students
- Summary of Scholarships
- Upcoming Scholarships
Check out the following list of Missouri scholarship opportunities for students at every level of study!
Top Missouri scholarships in 2021
Marvin Brooks Educational Fund
- Eligibility: Graduating seniors from Jackson County, Missouri planning to enroll at a two-year or four-year college, university, or technical school
- Amount: $500
- Deadline: March 15, 2021
NEWH Dallas Chapter Scholarship
- Eligibility: For eligible students wishing to enter the hospitality industry.
- Amount: Varies
- Deadline: March 29, 2021
Access Missouri Financial Assistance Program
- Eligibility: Undergraduate student/enrolled at a Missouri institution of higher education
- Amount: Up to $2,850
- Deadline: April 1, 2021
ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship
- Eligibility: Residents of Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota or Wisconsin that are enrolled in college or university
- Amount: $1,000
- Deadline: April 30, 2021
Advanced Placement Incentive Grant
- Eligibility: Achieve two grades of three or higher on Advanced Placement exams in the fields of math and/or science while attending a Missouri public high school
- Amount: $500
- Deadline: June 1, 2021
Bright Flight Program
- Eligibility: Missouri students with top 5% ACT and SAT score
- Amount: Up to $3,000
- Deadline: Rolling
Community Foundation of the Ozarks Scholarship Program
- Eligibility: Graduating high school seniors and students currently enrolled or considering college/university or technical study
- Amount: $5,000
- Deadline: Varies
Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Scholarships
- Eligibility: Graduating high school seniors and students currently enrolled in Missouri institutes of higher education or technical training (something for everyone, so check this one out!)
- Amount: Varies throughout the year
- Deadline: Varies
Resources for Missouri Students
FAFSA Guide
The FAFSA deadline in Missouri is April 1st of each year (it opens up October 1st). The priority deadline for aid is February 1st, so it is in your best interest to apply early. For help with the FAFSA, check out our FAFSA guide for step-by-step assistance.
Remember, the FAFSA is how students can access all sorts of need-based financial aid including grants, work study, and student loans.
Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development
The Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development administers state grants and scholarships for a variety of students. Many of these opportunities are based on funding availability, so apply for that FAFSA early!
Summary of scholarships
- Marvin Brooks Educational Fund
- NEWH Dallas Chapter Scholarship
- Access Missouri Financial Assistance Program
- ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship
- Advanced Placement Incentive Grant
- Bright Flight Program
- Community Foundation of the Ozarks Scholarship Program
- Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Scholarships
Upcoming Missouri scholarships
Minority Teaching Scholarship
- Eligibility: Minority Missouri residents who are recent high school graduates, college students, or returning adults entering the teaching profession
- Amount: Up to $3,000 each year
Carson Scholars Fund, Inc.
- Eligibility: Students in grades 4 through 11 who excel academically and are dedicated to serving their communities
- Amount: $1,000
NAJA Graduate Scholarship Program
- Eligibility: Graduate students seeking to work directly with children with special needs
- Amount: Varies
Greater St. Louis Mothers of Twins Club Mary Joan Wolf Memorial Scholarship
- Eligibility: For multiple-birth students seeking initial enrollment in accredited post-high school education or training
- Amount: $1,000
NIADA Foundation Regional Scholarships
- Eligibility: High school seniors with outstanding academic achievement that is reflected on their official high school transcripts
- Amount: $3,500
