South Nodaway Scholarship

Resource Book2010 –2011

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Senior Students:

Congratulations! Simply for the fact that you are reading this book demonstrates that you are taking the initiative to explore your options for pursuing your education beyond your high school graduation. At the same time, the South Nodaway R-IV District knows that each of you are working continually to make this school year the very best. It is no secret that a higher education will better prepare you for the competitive world of tomorrow. I personally know that having an education can take you far and as our marketplaces become ever more global, it is imperative that you never stop learning.

There are a number of local, regional, state and national scholarship opportunities available in this book to help you achieve your goals. As well as many tips regarding: filling out the scholarship application, asking for letters of recommendation, writing scholarship essays, etc. I urge each of you to take advantage of this great opportunity and apply for any and all scholarships for which you may be eligible. I’ve been amazed at how many scholarships are awarded year after year at our graduation ceremonies.

I cannot stress strongly enough that you must apply to reap the rewards of scholarship monies. I realize that it takes time and motivation to talk to your counselor and fill out applications and forms, but this effort will pay off. I have come to learn over the past 5 years that there is a strong correlation between the number of scholarships a student applies for and the amount of money they receive for post-secondary education despite their class rank. So don’t despair if you are not the valedictorian or salutatorian of your class. Many students who were in the bottom half of their class in rank have received several scholarships simply because they filled out more applications then others in their class.

If you need help at anytime please don’t be afraid to come and ask for it. I am more than happy to help.

-Mr. Wray

P.S. This book will be posted on the South Nodaway Website under the Jr High and High School Link and then under Counselor’s Corner Link. The Online Version will be updated frequently when new scholarship opportunities arise. Click Here to visit online version.

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What Makes a Highly Successful Scholarship Winner?

Review the following habits of scholarship winners for tips on how you canmake your scholarship quest successful.

Successful students always remember the five P’s – Prior preparation prevents poor performance. Prepare for the scholarship search early. Do not wait until your senior year.

Successful students do not rely on their parents to do all the work.

Successful students vigorously avoid mistakes on their essays and applications. They always spell-check, proofread, and allow one other person to proofread their applications and essay for errors.

Successful students do not ignore scholarships that may be local or those for small amounts. Scholarship amounts, even as small as $50, can add up.

Successful students do not rely on only one source such as the Internet for their scholarship search. They use many resources. Many scholarships on the Internet or in the free scholarship searches that you find on the World Wide Web are nationally known and are harder to win due to greater competition. Local and regional scholarships are not found as easily through an Internet search, although they may be easier to win because the applicant pool is smaller. You have to use a combination of resources to find as many scholarships to apply for as possible.

Successful students market themselves well. In their applications, they highlight positive aspects about their lives, especially community involvement.

Successful students do not apply to one or two scholarships and wait for the best. They apply for all scholarships they are eligible to win. They keep applying until the total they have won exceeds what they need to pay for the college they want to attend or until they graduate with a degree.

Successful students are organized. They keep track of deadlines and materials required to complete an application.

Successful students are well rounded. They participate in extracurricular and community activities. They write about these activities in scholarship and college essays in a descriptive manner. They try to benefit others as well as themselves with the extracurricular and community activities in which they are involved.

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Successful students understand that SAT scores and grades alone do not win most scholarships. Scholarship programs look at many factors such as community activities, leadership, presentation of your application package, special or unusual talents or skills, etc.

Successful students do not look for the easy way out. It is harder for them to believe in a scholarship scam that promises to do all the work for them. They understand that those things for which we work hardest often bring the greatest rewards. Hard work in the scholarship process as a high school student could result in an easy college life without work later, or a loan-free life after college.

Avoid These Most Common Mistakes Made on College and Scholarship Applications

1. Not following directions2. Not paying attention to the deadline and missing it3. Not typing your application or sending in a sloppy application4. Forgetting to spell check and to proofread after you spell check5. Not including information such as a transcript or recommendation6. Not answering the essay question or another question asked.

Beware of Scholarship Scams

Be alert for services that solicit money in exchange for guaranteed scholarships. Watch out for pitches that boast:

"You're a finalist!" or "You've won!" a contest or scholarship you never entered. Be wary, especially if they ask you for a credit card or bank account number to hold your "winnings." Don't believe it. You must apply for scholarships first to receive them.

"First come, first served." While you do need to get your application in before the scholarship deadlines, the “first come, first served” rule does not apply to scholarships.

"Millions of dollars go unclaimed." Legitimate scholarship awards are predetermined. Sponsors work very hard to find the most qualified applicant.

"It's guaranteed!" Scholarship searches can guarantee search "results". They can’t guarantee you the scholarship money.

"We'll do the work for you, for a fee." The fee may be nominal and the offer may come from someone sounding official. So make sure you do your research before paying anyone to do a search for you.

If the offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

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Scholarship Essay TipsMany scholarship applications require you write at least one essay. These essays are usually shorter and take less time to write than college admissions essays.

The personal essay is critical to winning a scholarship because it lets the selection committee get to know you beyond your grades, test scores, and activities listed on the application. It is also your best opportunity to make a strong and lasting impression.

A good scholarship essay ...

Scholarship essays captivate readers and encourage them to care about you. Writing a good essay is not always easy. It takes time to put words on paper and finesse each sentence to convey the correct meaning.

While there is no right or wrong way to write a great essay, a good scholarship essay …

… is original. … states clearly why you deserve to win. … has a main point. … avoids meaningless information. … is more than just a sob story. … is honest.

Get others to review your essay

When you finish your essay, get feedback from others, such as a parent, teacher, or friend. Don’t just ask them to look for grammar or spelling mistakes. Ask them to point out any unclear passages and, most important, ask them if your essay convinces them that you deserve to win the scholarship.

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Tips for Letters of Recommendation:Who Should You Ask?

First of all, the person who writes a recommendation for you should be someone who knows you relatively well. That doesn't mean that only long time associates qualify. It does mean that the recommender has had enough interaction with you to give a genuine assessment of your skills and achievements.

The people you choose to write recommendations must have the ability to write well. These letters are very influential in your case for a scholarship and you need to be sure that your recommenders can translate their thoughts about you into writing. It may not always be possible to know how well people can write but, to the extent that you do know or can find out, try to select the best writers available to you.

It is also very important that your recommenders can be relied upon to produce the necessary letters in the right timeframe. Again, there is no way to be sure on this point but it's sensible to avoid people who have the reputation of missing deadlines or being procrastinators.

Where do you find people to write recommendations for you? Consider teachers in classes where you did well, athletic coaches, club advisors, volunteer work supervisors, employers, religious leaders, friends of the family who are familiar with you and hold a position that lends credibility to the recommendation such as the family's attorney, your doctor or a local businessman.

Analyze Your Need for Letters

Once you know which scholarships you will be applying for, review any directions for the letters of recommendation, i.e., some applications will ask that the letters of recommendation address specific topics; others will simply ask for letters. For example, the Elks National Foundation requests two letters of recommendation. The first should be from a high school teacher and address issues of ability, work habits, leadership, personality and integrity. The second should be from a member of the community and address participation in the community, leadership and outstanding achievements. The goal of your review is to determine where you may be able to use the same letter of recommendation for multiple applications.

In some cases, you may be able to combine the requirements of various scholarships to develop a slightly more overall letter of recommendation outline. Clearly, you have to be sure that you do not attempt to create a laundry list letter outline that serves no purpose well. However, it is very helpful to reduce the number of individual, specifically targeted letters of recommendation required.

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If you are able to combine letter requirements, you will have the opportunity to ask one person to write a recommendation letter that will be sent to multiple scholarship funds.

However, be sure that each letter of recommendation is addressed to a specific individual or at least to a specific scholarship fund. Your letter writer may be willing to allow you to reproduce and personalize his or her response then provide those letters back to the writer on plain paper. The writer can then copy the letters onto letterhead and sign them. In that way, you have met many scholarship requirements simply and effectively with the least inconvenience to your letter writer.

Requesting a Letter of Recommendation

First and foremost, please recognize that writing a letter of recommendation is not a simple task. You will be asking someone to work hard on a good letter that will represent you well. Approach your potential letter writers with a degree of humility and acknowledge upfront the commitment you are requesting and your appreciation for their help. Offer to make the job as easy as possible for them by doing some or all of the following things.

Provide all the information your letter writer will need. Make sure that he or she has a written explanation of the topics to be covered in the application. Provide a list of your extracurricular activities. Provide a copy of one of your college essays so the writer has a sense of your approach to the college application process and gains a bit more insight into your life.

Give your letter writers as much lead time as possible. It is very likely that some of your letter writers have been asked to provide recommendations for others as well. Asking and providing materials early gives you the best chance of getting your recommendation letter on time. Plus, if your letter writer subscribes to the "first in-first out" inventory system, you may get your letter even more quickly.

Check in with your letter writer at some point in the process to be sure he or she has everything needed. This check is both a supportive touch and also allows you to politely jog the writer's memory and be sure your letter is in the works.

Be sure to ask that the writer use official letterhead if possible.

After you receive the letter, write a note of appreciation. Writers of letters of recommendation agree to do so out of their own enthusiasm for students going on to college and their admirable interest in being supportive. Let your letter writers know that you appreciate their help.

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Evaluating Your Letters of Recommendation

Review each letter you receive. Does the letter address the topics it needs to? Does the letter show strong support for you? Does the writer sound professional and well-informed? Great! But, what if…?

What if the letter does not address all of the necessary topics? This is tricky. If you know the letter writer well, you may be able to approach them, point out the problem and ask them to add some content on that topic. If you are uncomfortable with asking for a revision, you need to seriously think about whether or not the letter is usable. Your decision may depend upon whether or not you have alternative letter writers that you can ask and how much time is left before the application needs to be submitted. In a pinch, send the letter. It would be far worse to fail to submit the correct number of recommendation letters.

What if there is some other problem with the letter? The support is lukewarm or the letter is not well written. Weigh the facts. If the letter is not supportive of you, look for another writer. If the contents won't win a Pulitzer Prize but the message of your worthiness for the scholarship comes across, it's probably okay.

Preservation

Treat those signed letters of recommendation like the treasures that they are. Place them immediately into plastic covers and attach them into your three ring binder. That way you know where they are and they have multiple forms of protection.

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List of Scholarships

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Color Code Key:*Green Denotes Scholarships That Were Recently Added*Yellow Signifies That the Scholarship Deadline is Approaching Within the next 30 days.*Red Signifies That the Scholarship Deadline Has Passed.A $$$ by the Scholarship Name Indicates That a Previous SN Student has Earned this Scholarship.

Alice M. and Wesley H. Oliver Scholarship:Amount: $1,500 (renewable up to 4 years)Deadline: March 1, 2011Info and Eligibility: Established through a generous donation from Alice M. and Wesley H. Oliver. A scholarship fund has been created for Seniors of South Nodaway R-IV High School. The scholarship is available to all South Nodaway Seniors who meet the application requirements. The scholarship award will be paid directly to the recipients post-secondary school of attendance in the amount of $1,500*, and is renewable for up to 4 years. One Senior from South Nodaway Will Receive This Scholarship.Initial Scholarship Requirements:

Senior at South Nodaway R-IV High School Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA Must demonstrate financial need Have no previous record of drug and/or alcohol use Show proof of admission to an accredited Post-Secondary School of Study (2 or 4

year college or university, or technical school). Complete scholarship application in its entirety by entry deadline (Typed

Applications Only!)Renewal Requirements:

Maintain a 3.0 GPA at an accredited Post-Secondary School of Study Continue to have no record of drug and/or alcohol use

To Apply: See Mr. Wray for more information or Click Here

American Legion Scholarships: $$$ O’Howell-Strader Post 102 (Barnard) Scholarship:

Amount: $300.00Deadline: April 1, 2011….Interview on April 6th at 7:00pm.Eligibility: You will needs to submit an application and complete the interview with the Post 102 scholarship committee. You will be evaluated on the following: area of study, student offices held, extracurricular activities, and church and community activities and what you learned from these activities. You will also be evaluated on the comments made about yourself, in other words; what separates you from the other applicants.

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Where to get Application: Application is posted on SN’s O: Drive or See Mr. Wray

Lillie Lois Ford Scholarship : Amount: $1000Deadline: April 20, 2011Eligibility: Must have attended a full session of Boys/Girls State of Missouri or a full session of the Departments Cadet Patrol Academy. Applicants must be unmarried dependents (under 21) of a veteran of at least ninety days active service in armed services, and who received an Honorable Discharge.Where to get Application: http://www.missourilegion.org/lillie%20lois%20ford%20scholarship%20fund.pdf

M.D. “Jack” Murphy Memorial Nurses Training Fund :Amount: $750 ($375/semester)Deadline: April 20, 2011Eligibility: Missouri boy or girl training to be a registered nurse, must have graduated in the top 40% of their high school class; must be unmarried dependents (under 21) of a veteran of at least ninety days active service in the armed forces and received Honorable discharge.Where to get Application: http://www.missourilegion.org/m.d.%20jack%20murphy%20memorial.pdf

Charles L. Bacon Memorial Scholarship :Amount: $500.00Deadline: April 20, 2011Eligibility: Student must be a member of The American Legion Auxiliary, a descendent of a member of The American Legion Auxiliary, or a member of the Sons of the American Legion, must be unmarried and under the age of 21, and must be a Missouri Resident.Where to get Application: http://www.missourilegion.org/charles%20l.%20bacon%20memorial.pdf

Joseph J. Frank Scholarship :Amount: $500.00Deadline: April 20, 2011Eligibility: Student must attend a full session of American Legion’s Boys or Girls State, be a descendent of a veteran, be under 21, unmarried, and a MO resident.Where to get Application: http://www.missourilegion.org/charles%20l.%20bacon%20memorial.pdf

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Erman W. Taylor Memorial scholarship : Amount: $500.00Deadline: April 20, 2011Eligibility: Applicant must be a descendent of a veteran having served 90 days active duty in the armed services and received honorable discharge. Applicant must also be a Missouri resident, use the award as a full-time student at an accredited college or university, provide a copy of the discharge certificate for the veteran on whose the application is made, and submit an essay of 500 words or less on the subject “In your opinion, what was the most significant world event of 2007/2008?”Where to get Application: http://www.missourilegion.org/erman%20w.%20taylor%20memorial.pdf

Anycollege.com:Amount: $2000Deadline: December 31, 2010Eligibility: Open to any student planning to enroll in any accredited post-secondary institution and maintain enrollment throughout the applicable school year. Application must be complete and accurate. Where to get Application: Please visit https://www.anycollege.com/scholarship.cfm for more information and to apply.

Ruth Lutes-Bachmann Scholarship:Amount: $1,000 (renewable up to four years)Deadline: March 31, 2011Eligibility: For qualified high school graduates to enable them to become nurses or teachers. Issuance based on full time enrollment in four-year college or university and scholastic performance and aptitude.Where to get Application: http://www.momason.org/PDF/Application%20For%20Ruth%20Lutes%20Bachmann%20Scholarship%202010.pdf

$$$ John T. Belcher Memorial Scholarship:Amount: $750 (non-renewable) regional winner, $1500 statewide winnerDeadline: January 17 (deadline to turn in to Mr. Wray Dec. 1)Eligibility: Only one applicant will be selected to represent our school. The South Nodaway Scolarship Committee will select one applicant from our pool of applicants. Applicants will be selected from the following criteria: academic achievement, leadership skills, extracurricular activities, and quality of the essay. You will be asked to submit a 500-word essay on a topic given and two letters of recommendation.Where to get Application: http://msbafuturebuilders.org/belcher/

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Berri Mitchell Memorial College Scholarship:Amount: $2,000Deadline: March 1, 2011Eligibility: These scholarships are given to high school seniors who are residents of Kansas or Western Missouri, have a history of asthma and/or allergies, have succeeded academically, and have shown an interest in their school and community. Where to get Application: Application is available on SN’s O: Drive or online at http://aafakc.org/images/College%20Scholarship%20Application_2011.pdf

Best Buy Dollars for Scholars:Amount: Award amount may varyDeadline: February 16, 2011Eligibility: Best Buy's @15 Scholarship Program is pleased to award $1,000 scholarships to 1,000 students living in the U.S. and Puerto Rico who will be entering college in the fall after their high school graduation. Scholarships were awarded to students in grades 9-12 who demonstrated academic achievements, volunteer efforts and work experience. Best Buy's @15 Scholarship Program helps fuel the @15 mission. Through @15, Best Buy and Best Buy Children's Foundation is focused on opportunities to help teens thrive and an @15 scholarship is helping students prepare for a brighter future with dollars for college tuition.Where to get Application: http://www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com/scholarship.htm

$$$ Bright Flight Scholarship Program:Amount: $2,000 (renewable up to four years)Deadline: July 31, 2011Eligibility: Missouri resident, first time college student, ACT that ranks in the top 3% of Missouri students, and an ACT score of 30 or higher (you must take the ACT by June 11, 2011 in order to qualify).For More Info Go To: http://www.dhe.mo.gov/brightflight.html

Betty Broemmelsiek Memorial Scholarship – Missouri Soil and Water Conservation Society:Amount: $2000 (lst place) $1000 (2nd place)Deadline: November 29, 2010Eligibility: This scholarship is for students who attend/graduated from an approved program of study in Missouri (as stated in Missouri statute, RSMO 167.031 - includes public, private, and home school). The student need not be a SWCS member. Applicants must be in their senior year of high school, or in a full-time undergraduate academic study. They must major in a conservation or natural resource-related field such as soil

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science, land use planning, forestry, wildlife management, fisheries, agricultural engineering, hydrology, rural sociology, agronomy, water management, agricultural economics, biology, agricultural education, or related environmental protection or resource management curricula. Applicants must attend, or plan to attend, a college or university that is properly accredited by national or regional accrediting bodies, or their equivalence. Financial need will not be a factor in selection.For More Information or To Print An Application Go To: http://www.swcs.missouri.edu/Scholarships/ShowMeSWCS_Scholarship/ScholarshipInfo.htm

Everett Brown Freshman ScholarshipDeadline:  March 1, 2011Amount: $700Applications are now being accepted for the Everett Brown Freshman Scholarship which is awarded annually to the son or daughter of a teacher or administrator from the Northwest Region of the Missouri State Teachers Association who plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University. Applications will be received and selection of the recipient will be made by committee composed of the Director of Financial Assistance, the Director of Alumni Relations, and Dr. Frank Grispino.  Preference will be given to those applicants ranking in the upper 1/3 of their high school graduating class.Application Procedures: See or Email Mr. Wray for an Application

$$$ Robert C. Byrd Honors scholarship:Amount: $1,500 (renewable up to four years)Deadline: April 15, 2011Eligibility: Applicants must present evidence that he/she ranks in the top 10% of the current graduating class and received an ACT score in the top 10% of the national percentile.For More Information or To Print An Application Go To: http://dese.mo.gov/divteachqual/scholarships/

Cargill Community Scholarship Program: Amount: $1,000 + $200 for HS LibraryDeadline: February 15, 2011

Eligibility:

WHO: High-school seniors living in communities near Cargill operationsWHAT: 350 one-time scholarships of $1,000 and a $200 grant to each recipient’s high-school libraryWHEN:

Applications are due February 15, 2011. 

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Recipients will be announced in May 2011. 

NOTE: 

Application requires the signature of a Cargill or Cargill joint-venture employee from the general community where the student lives. 

If you do not know if a Cargill operation is in your greater community, please send your city, state and zip code to cargill@ffa.org. 

The program is administered by National FFA, but students do not need to be members of FFA to be eligible. 

Children of Cargill employees are not eligible for this scholarship. 

For more information or to apply visit: http://www.cargill.com/worldwide/usa/scholarships/index.jspApplication will be available on November 15, 2010.

Coca-Cola Scholarship: Amount: $20,000/$10,000Deadline: October 31, 2010Eligibility: Must have a 3.0 GPA at end of Junior Year. Based upon a number of factors with a special emphasis on individual’s character, personal merit, and background. Merit demonstrated by leadership in school, civic and extracurricular activities, academic achievement, and motivation to serve and succeed. For more information or to apply visit: https://www.coca-colascholars.org/cokeWeb/page.jsp?navigation=15

Conclave Music Industry Scholarship:Amount: Not statedDeadline: March 15, 2011Eligibility: In 2011, the Conclave will award a scholarship to each of the following schools: An Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radio Broadcasting to Brown College/Minneapolis, MN - admission to the Radio/Video/Film program at Specs Howard School of Media Arts/Southfield, MI -  enrollment in either the Broadcasting Program or the Advanced TV & Video Course at Broadcast Center/St. Louis, MO - and a music business scholarship to attend McNally-Smith College of Music/St. Paul, MN. For more information or to apply visit: http://www.radioscholarships.com/

$$$ DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) Good Citizen Award:

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Amount: $250.00Deadline: December 1, 2011Eligibility: Student who ranks in the upper 10% of their senior class, sponsored by a DAR chapter, recommended by a principal, counselor or teacher, and must attend a college or university in Missouri. Student must demonstrate the following qualities: dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism. One student will be chosen by the South Nodaway Scholarship Committee to compete for this scholarship.

Dekalb Ag Youth ScholarshipAmount: $2,500Deadline: Feb. 15, 2011Eligibility: Available to both high school and collegiate students who are pursuing agricultural-related degrees and demonstrate strong leadership skills and community involvement. FFA membership is not required to be eligible for the scholarship program.Application Instructions are available online at: http://www.monsanto.com/ourcommitments/Pages/agriculture-scholarships.aspx

Delta Kappa Gamma – Gamman Eta Chapter:Amount: $500Deadline: April 1, 2011Eligibility: For HS Seniors that will attend NWMSU. HS Senior, major declared in education, GPA of 2.5 or higher.Where to get Application: Applications will be available in Mr. Wray’s Office in January.

Elks National Foundation “Most Valuable Student” Scholarship:Amount: VariesDeadline: December 1, 2010Eligibility: Based on financial need, leadership, and scholarship. Where to get Application: Available online at http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/downloadmvs.cfm

ESA Foundation Scholarships:Amount: varies per scholarshipDeadline: February 1, 2011Eligibility: Applicants must meet the criteria for specified scholarship. Applicants must also meet one of the following: 3.0 GPA or a score of at least 22 on the ACT. The application must be signed, a one-page letter from the applicant must be enclosed, two letters of recommendation and an official transcript must accompany the application along with a $5.00 processing fee. Additional criteria may include character, leadership, service, financial need, scholastic ability, and specific criteria set by each donor. NOTE: Each scholarship you apply for may have additional criteria. You may apply for Three scholarships only!

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Scholarships available include: Visit http://esaintl.com/esaf/2011Missourilist.pdf to see a list of scholarships available to Missouri Students.For More Information or To Apply: Visit http://esaintl.com/esaf/2011-2012CoverPageApplication.pdf

Farm Credit Services of Missouri Scholarship program:Amount: $1000Deadline: March 1, 2011

Eligibility: Applicants must meet the following qualifications in order to be considered for an FCS Financial Scholarship:

1. Applicant must be a Missouri high school senior and must have been a full-time student the previous year.

2. Applicant must be a relative (child or grandchild) of an FCS Financial customer in good standing.

3. Applicant must designate which office services the account.  One qualified recipient will be selected from each branch office. An additional six at-large recipients will be selected from all eligible, qualified applications. (Applicants may submit only one application.)

4. Applicant must plan to attend a two-year or four-year college or university. Preference will be given to those attending a Missouri college or university and to those who choose to study an ag-related field.

5. Applicant must attain satisfactory academic progress evidenced as follows:o Rank in the upper 20 percent of your high school graduating class; or o Attain a 2.5 or higher grade point average based on a minimum of seven

semesters; or o Score 26 or higher on the ACT.

6. Applicant must demonstrate participation and leadership in school and community activities.

7. Applicant must enroll for a minimum of 12 credit hours.8. Relatives (children, stepchildren, grandchildren, step-grandchildren, nieces and

nephews) of FCS Financial board members and employees are not eligible to receive a scholarship.

9. Students who receive a full-ride scholarship will not be eligible for the FCS Financial scholarship, and it will be awarded to another student. 

Preference will be given to those entering an ag-related career but applicants are not required to do so.For More Info or To Apply Visit: http://www.myfcsfinancial.com/aboutus/ScholarshipProgram

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$$$ Farmers Mutual Insurance Company of Nodaway County Scholarship:Amount; $2,000.00Deadline: March 1, 2011Eligibility: Student must attend a college or university in the state of Missouri. Criteria include GPA, ACT score, work activities, major field of interest, financial need, and extracurricular activities. For More Info or To Apply: See Mr. Wray or find on SN network O: drive in the “Scholarship Applications” folder.

****Forever a Longhorn Scholarship – Rhonda Salsbury Memorial Scholarship:Amount; $500.00Deadline: April 1, 2011Eligibility: All South Nodaway Seniors are urged to apply for this scholarship. Winner will be chosen based on responces on scholarship application….not GPA or class rank. For More Info or To Apply: See Mr. Wray or find on SN network O: drive in the “Scholarship Applications” folder.

$$$ Grand River Mutual/FRS ScholarshipAmount; $2,500Deadline: February 11, 2011Eligibility: The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) will award thirty $2,000 scholarships to rural high school seniors in 2011.  Should a senior student from Grand River Mutual’s telephone service area be selected to receive one of the thirty scholarships, GRM will contribute an additional $500 to the scholarship. Preference will be given to students expressing an interest in returning to a rural area to work following graduation.  An applicant must be a senior student whose parents or guardians are members of the Grand River Mutual Telephone Corporation. Questions about the GRM/FRS Scholarship should be directed to Amy Clapham by calling (888) 748-2110.  You may also e-mail questions to amy@grm.net.  Completed applications should be returned to the attention of Amy Clapham, Grand River Mutual, 1001 Kentucky Street, Princeton, MO 64673. For More Info or To Apply: See Mr. Wray or Go To http://www.grm.net/frs.htm

Imagine America:Amount: $1000Deadline: December 31, 2010

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Eligibility: Only recent high school graduates who meet the following recommended guidelines should apply:

Likelihood of successful completion of postsecondary education High school grade point average of 2.5 or greater Financial need Demonstrated voluntary community service during senior year

For More Info or To Apply: go to http://www.imagine-america.org/scholarship/01-high-school-students.asp

$$$ John Benjamin McCord Memorial Scholarship:Amount: $1,000Deadline: N/A- Winner has been Selected by Scholarship Committee.Eligibility: Top ½ of graduation class, participated in varsity athletics a minimum of 3 years while in high school, taken the ACT, 2.5 minimum GPA. One Senior from South Nodaway Will Receive This Scholarship.To Apply: As long as you meet the eligibility requirements you will automatically be registered for this scholarship.

Junior Chamber International Scholarships:Amount: $250Deadline: December 15, 2011

Eligibility: The Missouri Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate is now seeking application from 2011 graduating Missouri high school seniors for at least two $250 scholarship awards. The award winners' applications are then forwarded to the US Junior Chamber International Senate for possible selection for an additional $1,000 scholarship.

The Missouri JCI Senate scholarships are highly selective based on not only academics but also special emphasis for demonstrating leadership aptitude for the future. While we receive approximately 400 applications, we strongly encourage all graduating seniors to apply by December 15 2010.

To Apply: Click Here

$$$ LEAP (Lead and Enhance the Accounting Profession) – Missouri Society of CPA’s Scholarship:Amount; $500

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Deadline: February 28, 2011Eligibility: Accounting major at a MO college.To Apply Visit: https://www.scholarselect.com/scholarships/1050-2011-leap-high-school-scholarship

Maryville Business Women’s (formelrly BPW) Organization:Amount: varies per scholarship – see list belowDeadline: February 11, 2011Eligibility: Varies per scholarship, see list belowTo Apply: See or Email Mr. Wray (nwray@southnodaway.k12.mo.us) – applications are now available.

$$$ BPW – Virginia Hochstetler Scholarship:Amount: $200Eligibility: The BPW – Virginia Hochstetler Scholarship is awarded in full upon fall semester enrollment at Northwest Missouri State University. The scholarship is made available through Northwest Missouri State University Foundation. Notification letters will be sent to recipient of scholarship.

To be eligible for the award the recipient must:1. Be interested in entering the business profession2. Be a Nodaway County high school graduating senior3. Be enrolled full-time at Northwest Missouri State University

$$$ BPW – Marian George Scholarhip for Nursing:Amount: $1000Eligibility: The Marian George Scholarship will be awarded to a student enrolled in the practical nursing program or the associate degree in nursing program at Northwest Technical School (in conjunction with North Central Missouri College). This scholarship will be awarded in equal semester increments not to exceed $1,000 per year. Preference will be given to those applicants who plan to pursue their nursing career in Northwest Missouri. The selection committee will consist of the Nursing Coordinator of the Northwest Technical School, two local registered nurses, and a representative from BPW. Notification letters will be sent to the recipient of the scholarship.

To be eligible, the recipient must:a.) Be a Northwest Missouri resident.b.) Be accepted into the practical nursing or ADN program at Northwest

Technical School or Northwest Missouri State University

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Masonic Scholarship Fund of MissouriAmount: Varies…Renewable up to 4 yearsDeadline: March 31, 2011Eligibility: Available to all HS Students who meet the following criteria: GPA 3.0, Must enroll in an accredited vocational school, junior college, or university.To Apply: See Mr. Wray for application.

MaxPreps Citizen Athlete ScholarshipAmount: $2500Deadline: March 17, 2011Eligibility: Be a High School Student and Participate on a sports team covered by MaxPreps. MaxPreps and the Army National Guard are pleased to announce the second annual Citizen Athlete program. This program is designed to encourage outstanding citizenship from high school student athletes. The awards are based on four main areas of life: community service, academics, athletics and school involvement. While the recipients of this award may not be the often-heralded MVP on their athletic team, they are MVPs in life… making a positive difference in all they do. Ten winners will be selected to receive a $2,500 scholarship! The program has two parts: nomination & voting.Application Instructions are available online at: www.maxpreps.com/citizenathlete

Missouri Pork Association – 2011 Youth Pork Ambassador ProgramAmount: $1000Deadline: December 15, 2010Eligibility: The program allows students to actively interact with leaders in Missouri’s pork industry and receive a $1,000 scholarship, payable to any technical school, community college, or a four year institution. The Ambassador will not only be awarded a scholarship; but will also have many opportunities to increase their knowledge of the pork industry. All high school seniors, college freshmen and sophomores are eligible.For more information visit: http://mopork.com/Youth_YouthPorkAmbassador.asp For application visit: http://mopork.com/Docs/2011AmbassadorApp.pdf

Monsanto Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program:Amount: $1500Deadline: February 15, 2011Eligibility: Must be a high school senior from a farm family with above-average academic record, and plan to enroll as a full-time student in an agriculture-related academic major at an accredited school. FFA membership is not required to be eligible for the scholarship program..

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Application Instructions are available online at: http://www.monsanto.com/ourcommitments/Pages/agriculture-scholarships.aspx

Monsanto Roadrunner Scholarship:Amount: $1500Deadline: February 15, 2011Eligibility: Must be a high school senior from a farm family with above-average academic record, and plan to enroll as a full-time student in an agriculture-related academic major at an accredited school.Application Instructions are available online at: http://www.monsanto.com/ourcommitments/Pages/agriculture-scholarships.aspx

$$$ Darrell “Jack” Holley MUSIC Scholarship (Missouri United School Insurance Council):Amount: $2000Deadline: February 13, 2011 (deadline to counselor is January 1)Eligibility: Selection based on program of study, academics, school activities, leadership, community activities, and essay. Only one Senior will be selected by the SN Scholarship Committee to Apply for This Scholarship.

$$$ MFA (Guilford) Foundation Scholarship: Amount: $2,000Deadline: March 15, 2011Eligibility: Any Senior May Apply. Selection based on scholarship progress, citizenship, extracurricular activities, educational plans, and financial need. One Senior from South Nodaway Will Receive This Scholarship.To Apply: See Mr. Wray for an Application.

Missouri Bankers Foundation:Amount: $500Deadline: March 18, 2011Eligibility: Major in banking related field, exhibit academic achievement and/or economic need.To Apply Visit: http://www.mobankers.com/uploadedFiles/MoBankers_Site_Home/About_MBA/Documents/MBF%20Scholarship%20App%202011.pdf also available on SN’s O: Drive under “Scholarship Applications”

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Missouri Corn Scholarship:Amount: $750Deadline: February 11, 2011Eligibility: High school applicants must be Missouri residents from a Missouri farm or rural area. They must also plan to attend a two-year or four-year Missouri college or university and major in agronomy (or related subject).  The scholarship funds will apply toward the freshman year of college expenses for high school senior winners.To Apply Visit: http://www.mocorn.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=35&Itemid=72

$$$ Missouri Insurance Education Foundation Scholarship:Amount: $1,500Deadline: March 31, 2011Eligibility: Must be a Missouri resident; must be planning to enroll full-time at a Missouri college/university as a freshman in the coming academic; must have an interest or intent to pursue insurance, risk management actuarial science course of study. Applicant must demonstrate scholarship in a complete sense.To Apply: See Mr. Wray if interested…available mid-January

Missouri Society of Professional Engineers:Amount: VariesDeadline: April 1, 2011Eligibility: Applicants must be students who:

Currently have a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.50. Completed a minimum of two semesters or three quarters of engineering

undergraduate studies in a program accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering & Technology (ABET).  Official transcript required.

Is an NSPE student member or is sponsored by an NSPE member in good standing. NSPE membership number required. If two applicants are evaluated to be equal, preference will be given to children/grandchildren of PEI members.

Students attending a community college or junior college must have applied as undergraduate engineering student at an ABET accredited program. Proof of application and transcript required.

Applicants must submit letters of recommendation from at least two professors in the applicant's field of engineering studies or appropriate math/science professors.  Recommendation letters may be mailed separately by the professors to the address listed below.

Applicants must submit a typewritten essay of approximately 500 words.  Essay must discuss your interest in engineering, specific field of engineering that is being pursued and then occupation / industry you propose to follow upon graduation.

Scholarship winner will be required to provide their Social Security number to receive the award

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To Apply Visit: http://www.nspe.org/resources/pdfs/scholarships/PEI_scholarship.pdf

Missouri Society of Professional Surveyors – Robert V. Pirrie Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $1,500Deadline: March 31, 2011Eligibility: Show scholastic promise, major related to land surveying.To Apply Visit: http://www.missourisurveyor.org/forms/rvp.asp

National Farmers Farm Kids for College Scholarship:Amount: $1000Deadline: March 14, 2011Eligibility: Must plan to major in an agricultural related field at an accredited college or university.For More Info or To Apply Visit: http://www.nfo.org/Scholarships/Default.aspx Application also available on SN’s O: Drive.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society Scholarship ProgramAmount: nearly $1 million dollars in scholarship money to be given outDeadline: January 14, 2011

Eligibility:

High school seniors who have a parent with MS who will be attending an accredited post secondary school for the first time.

High school seniors who have MS and will be attending an accredited post secondary school for the first time.

High School (or GED) graduates of any age who have MS and who will be attending an accredited post secondary school for the first time.

High School (or GED) graduates of any age who have a parent with MS and who will be attending an accredited post secondary school for the first time.

Applicants must be United States citizens or legal residents living in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam or any other U.S. territory and plan to enroll in an undergraduate course of study at an accredited two-or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school located in the U.S., PR, VI, Guam or any other U.S. territory.

Applicants must be enrolled in at least six credit hours per semester in course work leading to a degree, license, or certificate.

For More Info or To Apply Visit: www .nationalmssociety.org/scholarship

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$$$ NEBS Four-Year Scholarship to Northwest:Amount: $500 renewable of to 4 yearsDeadline: February 18, 2011 @ 4:00pmEligibility: HS Graduate, 3.0 GPA, demonstrate leadership ability, major in Business (children of NEBS employees can major in any area).To Apply: See Mr. Wray or find scholarship application on SN’s network O: drive.

$$$ Nodaway County Farm Bureau:Amount: $100.00Deadline: April 1, 2011Eligibility: Parents of seniors must have been Farm Bureau members for more than one year prior to August 1 senior year. Selection based on academic achievement/awards, extracurricular activities, community involvement, and a brief essay.To Apply: See Mr. Wray for an application.

$$$ Nodaway County Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Scholarship:Amount: $250.00Deadline: March 1, 2011Eligibility: 1. Must be a 2011 graduating senior (male or female) 2. Must have at least a 3.5 GPA 3. Must be attending an accredited four year university in the fall of 20114. Must complete the attached essay 5. Must submit three recommendation letters. One from a community member, a non-family member, and a school official/teacher. No more than one page in length including contact information.6. Must submit an official transcript and resume To Apply: Click Here to Apply or See Mr. Wray for a copy of the application.

$$$ Northwest District of the Missouri State Teachers Association:Amount: $400/year – renewable up to four yearsDeadline: March 15, 2011Eligibility: Applicants must take necessary courses to prepare to qualify as a degree teacher in the public schools of Missouri, must teach in said school one year for each two years of scholarship received. Scholarship will be based on character, personality, scholastic record, aptitude for teaching, sincerity of purpose to the teaching profession, and the applicants need for financial assistance. Applicant must maintain a 2.5 GPA.To Apply: See Mr. Wray if interested.

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$$$ Northwest Missouri Financial Women Scholarship:Amount: 2 Scholarships worth $250 eachDeadline: April 1, 2011Eligibility: Must be a female, hs senior, living in Nodaway County, min. 3.0 GPA, must plan on attending college and obtaining a business or finance degree. Application must be free of any spelling/grammatical errors.To Apply: Application is available on SN’s O: Drive.

$$$ Northwest Missouri Association of Educational Office Personnel Scholarship:Amount: $100.00Deadline: April 1, 2011Eligibility: Candidate must be sponsored by a current member of NWMAEOP. A member school district may sponsor only one candidate. Candidates must plan to continue their education in an office-related business program; must enroll as a full-time student in a post-secondary institution of higher education; must maintain a 2.8 GPA for the period of the scholarship; must have completed two or more business education courses.To Apply: See Mr. Wray if interested.

SAMMY - Got Milk? Scholarship program:Amount: $7500Deadline: March 4, 2011Eligibility: Criteria for application include being a scholar athlete, strong academic performance, demonstrate athletic excellence, show leadership, participate in community service, and milk experience. For more information and an application please visit: http://www.bodybymilk.com/sammy_scholarship.php

Show-Me SWCS Scholarships - $2000 & $1000 Chapter Scholarships

Amount: $2000 or $1000Deadline: November 29, 2010Eligibility: The Show-Me Chapter offers a $2000 and a $1000 scholarship for a high school senior, or undergraduate, planning to major in conservation or a natural resources-related field.  This is an essay contest.  Information can be found at http://www.swcs.missouri.edu/Scholarships/ShowMeSWCS_Scholarship/ScholarshipInfo.htm.  Please encourage any eligible students to apply.  Applications must be postmarked by November 29th (Monday after Thanksgiving).To Apply: Go to website listed above.

Conservation Foundation of Missouri Scholarship Amount: $1000

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Deadline: December 31, 2010Eligibility:CFMO offers 5 $1000 scholarships to high school seniors or undergraduates in different natural resources areas.  Preference will be given to those demonstrating financial need.  Applications must be submitted by December 31.  Information can be found at http://www.swcs.missouri.edu/scholarship.htm.To Apply: Go to website listed above.

Information on both scholarships is available at http://www.swcs.missouri.edu/.

$$$South Nodaway Alumni Scholarship Foundation:Amount: $350.00Deadline: April 1, 2011Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior of South Nodaway High School, supply two letters of recommendation (not more than one from South Nodaway personnel). All applicants are required to attend the Alumni Banquet on April 30th. At Least One Senior from South Nodaway Will Receive This Scholarship.To Apply: Application on SN’s O: drive under “Scholarship Applications”

$$$South Nodaway Pop-Fund Scholarship:Amount: variesDeadline: May 1, 2011Eligibility: Available to any student entering an office personnel training program. This is available for a college/university or vocational school. To Apply: See Mr. Wray for Application

$$$South Nodaway Student Council Scholarship:Amount: $250Deadline: April 1, 2011Eligibility: Available to any student who participated in Student Council while in grades 9-12. Must be a Senior planning on attending a 2 or 4 year college or technical school. To Apply: See Mr. Wray for Application. Application also available on SN’s O: Drive.

$$$St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary Scholarships: Licensed Practical Nursing :

Amount: $800Deadline: April 1, 2011Eligibility: Must have been accepted for practical nurse training for at least one semester and reside in area served by St. Francis Hospital and Health Services.To Apply: See Mr. Wray for an Application or visit: www.stfrancismaryville.com/communitywellness/pages/auxiliary.aspx

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Registered Nurse :Amount: $800Deadline: April 1, 2011Eligibility: Must rank in the upper 1/3 of your graduation class; must have been accepted for training in an accredited institution and you should signify a willingness to practice his/her profession in the state of Missouri for at least one year after graduation; must reside in area served by St. Francis Hospital and Health Services.To Apply: See Mr. Wray for an Application or visit: www.stfrancismaryville.com/communitywellness/pages/auxiliary.aspx

Other Medical Studies :Amount: $800Deadline: April 1, 2011Eligibility: Must have been accepted for training in an accredited institution, rank in upper 1/3 of graduating class.To Apply: See Mr. Wray for an Application or visit: www.stfrancismaryville.com/communitywellness/pages/auxiliary.aspx

US Bank Internet Scholarship:Amount: $1000 random drawing each month October – FebruaryDeadline: See website usbank.com/studentloansEligibility: HS Senior, must enroll in college by September 2012To Apply Visit: http://www.usbank.com/cgi_w/cfm/studentloans/marketing.cfm

United Producers Scholarship:Amount: 16 Scholarships of $1,000Deadline: April 1, 2011Eligibility: Applicants must be a Preferred Member of United Producers or a child of a Preferred Member. Must enroll at a college or tech school and major in an ag-related field. To Apply Visit: http://www.uproducers.com/local/announcements/upi_scholarship_program

$$$ Sam Walton Community Scholarship Program (Wal-mart Scholarship):Amount: $3,000Deadline: January 31, 2011Eligibility: Selection based on financial need, school/community involvement, and academic achievement; must also have a GPA of 2.5 or above and have taken the ACT. Applicant cannot be employee or relative of an employee.To Apply Visit: http://www.act.org/walmart/community/ -- Application Available in Mid-November

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James L. & Nellie M. Westlake Scholarship Program:Amount: Full Tuition + $2,000 Deadline: February 1, 2011Eligibility: Applicant must be a Missouri resident, demonstrate financial need, copy of FAFSA must be submitted, and student must have at least a 2.5 or higher GPA.To Apply Visit: http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/westlake/

Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarships:Amount: $500 - $5,000 Deadline: January 15, 2011Eligibility: Competition open to all high school seniors who are U. S. citizens and are planning careers of service to the United States in local, state, or federal government. Entrants receiving full four-year scholarships shall be eligible only for one-year special awards. Awards for those entering Armed Forces Colleges are eligible for one-year special awards.For More Info or to Apply Visit: www.gwcf.org

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College Specific Scholarships:

Missouri Western State University:(For more information on the following scholarships and other scholarships available at MWSC, please refer to http://www.missouriwestern.edu/finaid/ScholarshipsSearchApply.asp

Golden Griffon Scholarship (Effective 2010-11) Deadline: February 1stWestern Aid Program This award provides outstanding incoming freshmen with a four-year renewable scholarship valued at up to $7,500 per year. Requirements for the Golden Griffon candidacy include: a composite ACT score of 27 or above; ranking in the top 10% of their high school class or an overall GPA of 3.5 for all high school coursework; and evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities and community service. Applicants are required to submit two essays and complete a personal interview. Recipients must participate in the Honors Program, live in the residence halls, and maintain a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA for renewal. The Golden Griffon Scholarship may not be used in conjunction with other Gold Level Scholarships. Application Procedures:   Complete the Golden Griffon Application (One Stop). Must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to award disbursement.  Contact Information: Dr. Elizabeth Latosi-Sawin, Honors Office, 816/271-4535.  President's Academic Scholarship (Effective 2010-11) Deadline: Priority March 1stWestern Aid Program This scholarship is awarded annually to first-time students who have earned a minimum composite ACT of 27 and either rank in the top 10% of their high school graduating class or have an overall 3.50 GPA for all high school coursework.  The scholarship is worth an amount up to $4,000 per year. The student must maintain a 3.25 cumulative GPA for renewal. This scholarship may not be used in conjunction with other Gold Level Scholarships. Application Procedures: Awarded automatically to students who qualify. Must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to award disbursement.    Contact Information: Office of Admissions at 816/271-4266.

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Provost's Academic Scholarship (Effective 2010-11) Deadline: Priority March 1stWestern Aid Program This scholarship is awarded annually to first-time students who have earned a minimum composite score of 25 on their ACT and either rank in the top 15% of their high school graduating class or have an overall 3.25 GPA for all high school coursework. The scholarship is worth an amount up to $3,000 per year. The student must maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA for renewal. This scholarship may not be used in conjunction with other Gold Level Scholarships. Application Procedures: Awarded automatically to students who qualify. Must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to award disbursement.  Contact Information: Office of Admissions at 816/271-4266.  $$$ Governors' Academic Scholarship (Effective 2010-11) Deadline: Priority March 1stWestern Aid Program This scholarship is awarded annually to first-time students who have earned a minimum composite score of 23 on their ACT and either rank in the top 25% of their high school graduating class or have an overall 3.00 GPA for all high school coursework. The scholarship is worth an amount up to $1,500 per year. The student must maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA for renewal. This scholarship may not be used in conjunction with other Gold Level Scholarships. Application Procedures: Awarded automatically to students who qualify. Must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to award disbursement.  Contact Information: Office of Admissions at 816/271-4266. $$$ Deans' Academic Scholarship (Effective 2010-11) Deadline: Priority March 1stWestern Aid Program This scholarship is awarded annually to first-time students who have earned a minimum composite of 21 on their ACT. The scholarship is worth an amount up to $1,000 a year. The student must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA for renewal. This scholarship may not be used in conjunction with other Gold Level Scholarships. Application Procedures: Awarded automatically to students who qualify. Must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to award disbursement.  Contact Information: Office of Admissions at 816/271-4266.

Edith C. Brown Scholarship ProgramDeadline: March 1stWestern Aid Program This competitive scholarship is awarded annually to students who rank in the top 20

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percent of their graduating high school class, have earned a minimum GPA of 2.70 and have been a participant in Upward Bound, Talent Search, 21st Century, or similar program. Awards will be based on a record of community service, personal interview, and letters of recommendation. Recipients must live in the residence halls, maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, and participate in community service at Western. The scholarship is worth an amount up to $2,500 per year. Application Procedures: Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements and submit two letters of reference online.Contact Information: Office of Financial Aid, 816/271-4361   Dr. James Scanlon and Lauren Scanlon Service-Scholar ScholarshipDeadline: March 1stWestern Aid Program This  is a non-renewable award based on community service record, personal interview, and two letters of recommendation (one personal and one from a community service site). Award recipients must continue to participate in community service while at Western, and live in the residence halls. The award is valued at up to $1,000. Application Procedures: Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements and submit two letters of reference (one personal and one from a community service site) online.Contact Information: Financial Aid Office at 816/271-4361.

Show-Me ScholarsDeadline: March 1st Western Aid Program Up to ten, non-renewal scholarships in the amount of $500 will be awarded to students who have earned the Show-Me Scholars designation.  The Show-Me Scholars Initiative was implemented by the Missouri Chamber Education Foundation and is part of a national program designed to motivate students to complete a more rigorous set of high school courses.Application Procedures: Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.Contact Information: Office of Financial Aid at 816/271-4361.

Western Achievement Awards Western Aid Program This non-renewable scholarship is awarded to winners of high school academic competitions sponsored by Missouri Western State University. The recipient must be accepted for admission to Western as a full-time, degree-seeking student. The award is worth an amount up to $1,000 per year. Application Procedures: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit any additional requested documentation to the Western Office of Financial Aid. Contact Information: Office of Financial Aid at 816/271-4361.  

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Western Leadership AwardDeadline: March 1st Western Aid Program This non-renewable scholarship is awarded to first-time students who have an outstanding academic record, evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities, student leadership and government activities, and involvement in a community service project. The award is worth an amount up to $1,500. Recipients of this award must live in the residence halls. Application Procedures: Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.Contact Information: Office of Financial Aid at 816/271-4361.

Chemathon Division Winner Scholarship Western Department Aid Program Scholarships are awarded to the three division winners of the Chemathon. The recipient must be accepted for admission to Western as a full-time, degree-seeking student. The awards are for one semester and are not renewable. Application Procedures: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit any additional requested documentation to the Western Office of Financial Aid. Contact Information: Chemistry Department at 816/271-4371

Western Excellence AwardsDeadline: March 1st Western Department Aid Program These scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to students who qualify according to departmental guidelines. Eligibility requirements and applications should be obtained and submitted to the department or office specified. The awards are worth an amount up to $1,500. At least one award in each department will be awarded to an incoming freshman student. Departments participating with Western Excellence Awards include: Art, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Communication Studies & Theatre, Computer Science, Mathematics, & Physics, Criminal Justice & Legal Studies, Economics, Education, Engineering Technology, English, Foreign Languages, & Journalism, Political Science, Social Work & Sociology, Health, Physical Education & Recreation, History, Philosophy & Geography, Music, Nursing & Psychology.Application Procedures: Complete the General Scholarship Application and other requirements as specified by the department. Contact Information: Western Department

Midwest Student Exchange Program (Effective 2010-11) Deadline: Priority March 1st Interstate Program This program was established by the Midwestern Higher Education Commission to increase interstate educational opportunities for student of its member states. The program allows residents of Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North

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Dakota and Wisconsin to enroll in specific designated programs at reduced tuition rates. Eligible students must meet one of the following sets of criteria:

First-time freshman must score an ACT composite of 21 or higher and have a cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.0.

Community College transfer students must have an associate’s degree and a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Non-community college transfer students with less than 60 credit hours must have an ACT

composite of 21 or higher and have a cumulative 3.0 college GPA. Non-community college transfer students with more than 60 credit hours must have a 3.0

cumulative GPA.

Through MSEP, Western will charge eligible students no more than 150% of the in-state resident tuition rate for specific programs. Recipients must maintain a 3.00 GPA for renewal.

Application Procedures: Awarded automatically to students who qualify. Must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to award disbursement.  Contact Information: Office of Admissions at 816/271-4266.

Western Frontier ScholarshipDeadline: Priority March 1st   Western Aid Program This scholarship is awarded to students who are not residents of Missouri and score a minimum composite of 23 on the ACT. The award cannot be combined with the Midwest Student Exchange Program or the Neighboring States Scholarship. The scholarship is worth an amount up to $1,500 per year. Recipients must maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA for renewal.   Application Procedures:  Awarded automatically to students who qualify. Must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to award disbursement.  Contact Information: Office of Admissions at 816/271-4266.

Western Neighboring States Scholarship (Effective 2008-09) Deadline: Priority March 1st   Western Aid Program This scholarship is awarded annually to full-time students who are residents of Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, or Kansas that choose to live in Western’s residence halls. Eligible students must meet one of the following sets of criteria:

First-time freshman must score an ACT composite of 21 or higher and have a cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.0.

Community College transfer students must have an associate’s degree and a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Non-community college transfer students with less than 60 credit hours must have an ACT

composite of 21 or higher and have a cumulative 3.0 college GPA. Non-community college transfer students with more than 60 credit hours must have a 3.0

cumulative GPA.

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Eligible students will be awarded a scholarship valued at the difference between in- and out-of-state tuition for 12 credit hours ($3,302.00). Recipients must live in the residence halls and maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA for renewal. This award may not be combined with the Midwest Student Exchange Program or the Western Frontier Scholarship.Application Procedures:  Awarded automatically to students who qualify. Must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to award disbursement.  Contact Information: Office of Admissions at 816/271-4266.

National Guard Scholarship Western Aid Program Missouri Western will make a one-time, $100 scholarship available to guard students who are entering for the first time. Recipients must be enrolled as degree-seeking students. Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements and submit a letter of good standing to the Financial Aid Office. Contact Information: Office of Financial Aid at 816/271-4361.

$$$ Alumni Family ScholarshipDeadline: March 1st Western Alumni Association Established for an incoming freshman child of a MWSU Alumni, 3.0 GPA, 2 reference letters required and financial need will be a consideration. Also students should be involved in four extra-curricular activities in their high school career. Application Procedures: Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements and submit two letters of reference online. Contact Information: Alumni Office 816/271-5650.

English, Foreign Languages, and Journalism DepartmentGriffon YearbookDeadline: March 1st             Western Department Aid Program Scholarships are available to  incoming freshmen who have been editors of their high school yearbook or newspaper and choose to enroll in Jou 212, the Griffon Yearbook practicum.  Students will be selected on the basis of their high school publication experience.Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements. Contact the EFL&J Department for additional requirements.Contact Information:  English, Foreign Languages, and Journalism Department, Ann Thorne, Griffon Yearbook Advisor, 816/271-4111, thorne@missouriwestern.edu.

Missouri Boy's State ScholarshipDeadline: March 1stWestern Foundation Five non-renewable scholarships in the amount of $1000 will be offered to first-time freshmen who were citizens of the previous academic year at Missouri Boys State and are

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enrolled as full-time students.Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements and submit certification that you attended Missouri Boys State to the Office of Financial Aid. Contact Information: Office of Financial Aid at 816/271-4361.  

Missouri Girl's State ScholarshipDeadline: March 1stWestern Foundation Five non-renewable scholarships in the amount of $1000 will be offered to first-time freshmen who are enrolled as full-time students and were citizens of the previous academic year at Missouri Girls State. Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements and submit certification that you attended Missouri Girls State to the Office of Financial Aid.Contact Information: Office of Financial Aid at 816/271-4361.

Missouri Savings for Tuition (MOST) Deadline: March 1st Western Aid Program Missouri Western State University offers a $500 Scholarship to first time freshmen students whose families have established an account in the student's name in the Missouri Saving for Tuition (MOST) Program. Ten non-renewable scholarships will be provided. Families will be responsible for providing documentation of at least two years participation in the MOST Program by submitting a statement from MOST indicating an active account for the student. Recipient selection will be based on need, as determined by the results of the FAFSA.Application Procedures: Complete the General Scholarship Application and other requirements as specified by the department. Contact Information: Office of Financial Aid at 816/271-4361.

Rod W. Fletcher FundDeadline: March 1stWestern Foundation Provided by Roderick W. and Anne M. Fletcher for students that meet the following criteria. Candidates should be majoring in communications, including communication studies, public relations, English and journalism. To qualify student must be a graduate of Central High School, have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and be active in a minimum of two extracurricular activities. Scholarship may be renewed upon application. Application Procedures: Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.Contact Information: Foundation Office at 816/271-564

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KCP&L ScholarshipDeadline:  March 1stPrivate DonorThis scholarship has been established to assist KCP&L customers with the cost of higher education. Criteria for scholarship includes: Full-time (minimum 12 hours)  enrollment; incoming freshman; top 25% of graduating class; child of an KCP&L customer (account number must be provided for verification).  Financial need may be a consideration. Application Procedures: Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.Contact Information: Foundation Office at 816/271-5647

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Northwest Missouri State University:(To view complete guide to scholarships available to freshmen entering Northwest and

other scholarships available to students attending Northwest please refer to http://www.nwmissouri.edu/FinAid/scholarships/index.htm .

To compute your admission index for the following scholarships go to http://www.nwmissouri.edu/admissions/figureindex.htm

$$$ President’s Scholarship:Amount: $5000Deadline: Accepted for admission by Feb.1Eligibility: Competitive and only 10 will be awarded. Other eligibility includes Admission index of 185-199.

If you meet requirements for this you will be notified about application procedure.

$$$ Distinguished Scholar:Amount: $2500Deadline: automaticEligibility: Admission index of 185-199. If you do not receive the Presidents scholarship you are then eligible for the Distinguished Scholar.

Awarded automatically once application is received and as long as funds are available.

$$$ Academic Excellence Scholar:Amount: $2000Deadline: automaticEligibility: Admission index 175-184 or Bright Flight eligible.

Awarded automatically once application is received and as long as funds are available.

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$$$ Tower Scholar:Amount: $1500Deadline: automaticEligibility: Admission index of 140-174

Awarded automatically once application is received and as long as funds are available.

$$$ Freshman Merit Award:Amount: $500Deadline: automaticEligibility: Admissions Index of 100-139, first time freshman.

Awarded automatically once application is received and as long as funds are available.

$$$ Alumni Scholarship:Amount: $500Deadline:Eligibility: Son, daughter, or spouse of Northwest Alumnus.

A+ Scholarship:

Eligibility: First-time freshman Attend an A+ eligible Missouri high school Indicate A+ on Admission Application Accepted for admission by April 1.

Students admitted into Enhanced Freshman Seminar are NOT eligible for the A+ Scholarship.  Actual award made upon confirmation of completed A+ requirements.

$1,500 - May receive in addition to other Northwest automatic scholarships. Limited number awarded

Renewable for one year by completing 24 credit hours at Northwest during the year with a 3.30 Northwest cumulative GPA.

Awarded automatically once application is received and as long as funds are available.

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National Guard Scholarship:Amount: $700 (living on-campus) $475 (residing off-campus)Deadline: noneEligibility: Must provide a letter of good standing from commanding officer, maintain 2.5 GPA, enrolled full-time.

ROTC Campus-Based Army Scholarship Program

Two and three-year scholarships available each year to qualified students who are enrolled or will enroll in the Army ROTC Program.

Provided:payment of all tuition and fees as they relate to students' major OR room and board, plus monthly tax-free stipend of:

$300 a month for freshmen $350 a month for sophomores

$450 a month for juniors $500 a month for seniors

(For up to 10 months per year for duration of the scholarship)

To apply, contact Military Science department, Attention: Lt. Smiley, 816.271.4541 or csmiley@missouriwestern.edu.

For more information, visit the Northwest ROTC or contact Rick Frese, 660.562.1799 or rfrese@nwmissouri.edu

NOTE: The following scholarships are departmental or funded by private donors. You will need to contact a particular office or visit the web at .

$$$ Northwest Support Staff Scholarship:Amount: TBDDeadline: February 1, 2011Eligibility: Child or spouse of Northwest Support Staff employee, financial need, involvement in school and community.To Apply Visit: http://www.nwmissouri.edu/FinAid/PDF/scholarships_applications/SupportStaffSS.pdf

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$$$ Everett Brown Freshman Scholarship:Amount: $850Deadline: February 1Eligibility: Son or daughter of a teacher or administrator from the Northwest District MSTA, rank in the upper third of class. Contact the College of Education for application.

$$$ Maryville Host Lions Club Scholarship:Amount: $500.00Deadline: February 1, 2011Eligibility: Student must be a resident and attending high school in Nodaway County, demonstrate superior scholarship in school, show evidence of financial need, and demonstrate high moral character and good citizenship; must attend Northwest Missouri State University.To Apply: See Mr. Wray for Application. Applications usually available in January.

$$$ Maryville Hy-Vee Food Store Scholarship:Amount: $250Deadline: February 1, 2011Eligibility: Nodaway County High School graduate, GPA of 3.0, and active in school and community. Contact office of Scholarships & Financial Assistance.To Apply Visit: http://www.nwmissouri.edu/FinAid/PDF/scholarships_applications/Hy-VeeSS.pdf

$$$ Missouri Girls State or Missouri Boys State Scholarship:Amount: $1000 Deadline: February 1, 2011Eligibility: Incoming freshman (of NWMSU) males and females, who have attended Missouri Girls or Boys State, selection based on leadership and academic merit, must be admitted to the university. Non-renewable. Must supply documentation of attendance.

Missouri Saving for Tuition Scholarship (MOST):Amount: $500MISSOURI SAVING FOR TUITION (MOST)

Beginning with the 2008-2009 academic year, Northwest Missouri State University will begin offering a $500 Scholarship to first time freshmen students whose families have established an account in the student's name in the Missouri Saving for Tuition (MOST) Program. Twenty-five non-renewable scholarships will be provided. Families will be responsible for providing documentation of at least two years participation in the MOST Program by submitting a statement from MOST indicating an active account for the student. This documentation, including the student's Northwest ID number, must be postmarked no later than March 1st. Recipient selection will be based on need, as determined by the results of the FAFSA.

Documentation should be sent to:

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The Office of Scholarships and Financial AssistanceNorthwest Missouri State University

800 University DriveMaryville, MO 64468

Or faxed to: 660.562.1674

PETER J. GREVE MEMORIAL TKE ALUMNI OF NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPAmount: $1000Deadline: February 1, 2011

Eligibility: Available to a high school graduating senior (male or female) who has maintained a 3.0 GPA during high school and has been accepted as an entering freshman to Northwest Missouri State University. Applicants must be nominated by a TKE alumnus.

Applications can be found at: www.nwtke.com/content/scholarship

$$$ Phyllis C. Leet Family and Consumer Sciences Freshman Scholarship:Amount: $1050Deadline: February 1, 2011Eligibility: Incoming freshman (of NWMSU) males and females who plan on majoring in Child and Family Studies, Foods and Nutrition, Mechandising of Apparel, Textiles, Furnishings, and FACS teaching at NWMSU.To Apply: See Mr. Wray for an application.

Northwest also has many major-specific scholarships. Visit http://www.nwmissouri.edu/FinAid/MajorSpecific.htm to see a list of

these scholarships.

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