Scholarships Available in WRHS Guidance Office
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Scholarships |
Requirements/Restrictions |
Due Date/ Amount |
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Wichita State University Barton School of Business Scholarship Competition |
Up to 60 academically talented students pursuing a Bachelor of Science Administration degree with a major in accounting, business administration, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, human resource management, international business, management information systems, or marketing will be invited to participate in this competition. Student must be admitted to Wichita State by October 10, 2008.
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Amount: Ranges from $250 to $44,000
Deadline: October 27, 2008
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Masonic Grand Lodge of AF&AM of Kansas Essay Contest |
Essay for Juniors and Seniors attending a Kansas tax-supported public high school is eligible. Essays shall be limited to a minimum of 300 and a maximum of 500 words on the topic, “Do positive role models exist in today’s society? Explain.” |
Amount: 4 Prizes and 4 Honorable Mentions $500 - $4,000
Deadline: November 1, 2008
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2009 Horatio Alger Scholarship |
Applicant who has demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character, financial need, a good academic record, commitment to pursue a college education, and a desire to contribute to society is eligible for this scholarship. Online application may be obtained at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships.
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Amount: Ranges from $2,500 to $20,000
Deadline: October 30, 2008 |
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Coca-Cola Scholarship |
Scholars (high school seniors) are selected based upon academic achievement, their capacity to lead, and their hours of dedicated community service. Online application is available at www.coca-colascholars.org. Click on: Coca-Cola Four Year Award for Seniors.
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Amount: 250 awards (varies)
Deadline: October 31, 2008 |
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Robert C. Byrd Scholarship |
Students who have a GPA of 3.85; have a composite score of 32 or more on the ACT assessment; scheduled to graduate during the 2008-2009 school year; be a citizen of the U.S.; and plan to apply for enrollment in a institution of higher education are eligible for this scholarship. |
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 6, 2009
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Kansas Board of Regents Vocational Education Scholarship |
Vocational Education Program provides financial assistance to full-time students who enroll in designated one or two-year vocational programs. To apply for this scholarship, applicant must be a Kansas resident, a graduate from an accredited high school (or received a GED), plan to enroll full time (12 credit hours) in a designated vocational program in Kansas, and take the designated vocational scholarship test. For application and more information go to: http://www.kansasregents.org/financial_aid/awards.html.
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Amount: $500 for the 2009-2010 acad. Year
Deadline: Two Tests: October 6, 2008 February 6, 2009
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B-Street Design School of International Hairstyling |
In order for this scholarship to be honored, student must complete the program and miss no more than 40 scheduled hours. |
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: December 31, 2009 |
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Kansas State Department of Education and Kansas Highway Patrol School Safety Hotline Scholarship Contest |
The contest is comprised of three categories: (1) a 30 second public service announcement for television; (2) a 30 second public service announcement for radio; and (3) an 11 X 17 poster. Full contest rules, entry forms, and posters are available online at www.kansashighwaypatrol.org.
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Amount: 1st Place - $1250 2nd Place - $ 750 3rd Place - $ 500
Deadline: December 15, 2008 |
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Jack Dresslar KIAAA (Athletic) Scholarship |
Applicant must be a senior attending a Kansas State High School Activities Association member school and plan on attending an accredited college or trade school after graduating from high school. Applicant must have participated in two sports for two years in each sport and must have earned at least one varsity letter in each of two sports. |
Amount: 4 @ $500 each
Deadline: Due in the Guidance Office by 3:00 p.m. on October 16, 2008
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NFIB Young Entrepreneur Scholarship |
Applicant must be a graduating high school senior entering his or her freshman year at an accredited two-or-four-year university, college, or vocational institute in the fall of 2009. Student must demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit and initiative through examples such as: starting his/her own business; participating in organizations such as DECA, Junior Achievement, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Future Farmers of America (FFA), National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE), among others; or through other initiatives. Students are encouraged to mention any endeavors or work experiences offered as community service. Additional information is available at www.NFIB.com/YEA.
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Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Applicants my apply between October 15, 2008, and December 15, 2008
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AXA Achievement Scholarship |
Students who set and reach ambitious goals, demonstrate drive, determination and ability to succeed in college and who have respect for self, family and community will be considered for this scholarship. Additional information may be obtained at www.axa.achievement.com. |
Amount: $10,000 worth of scholarships divided among 52 students (one from each state).
Deadline: December 15, 2008 |
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Kansas Correctional Association Scholarships |
The purpose of these scholarships is to provide financial assistance to students pursuing academic goals which will prepare them for a career in the corrections/criminal justice field, or a related social/behavioral sciences field. Applicants must be a Kansas resident to be eligible. |
Amount: 1 @ $1,000 1 @ $ 500
Deadline: October 15, 2008 |
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University of Kansas Hixson Opportunity Award |
This award is specifically designed for students who have faced significant challenges that may hinder their ability to attend college. Additional information is available online at www.scholarships.ku.edu/hixson.shtml.
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Amount: Up to $20,000 ($5,000 per year for up To 4 years)
Deadline: February 1, 2009 |