Local Outside Scholarships updated by JCCC per the request of the agency that has contacted the JCCC Financial Aid Office (FAO). The Details of the scholarships are listed in alphabetical order.

Local Outside Scholarships are funds from various organizations, companies, agencies, and private individuals not administered nor awarded by JCCC. Students must meet various agency restrictions, which may include academic achievement, special talent, leadership ability, group affiliation, career plans, ancestry, geographic location, financial need, gender, and race.

JCCC Students may contact the Financial Aid Office (FAO) to receive printed information on the following scholarships. Individuals outside the JCCC community can find information about scholarship listings in the reference section of public or college libraries or accessing the following links to outside searches:

National Outside Scholarship Searches

Abbot & Fenner Business Consultants

Recipients: High school juniors or seniors, or students currently registered in an accredited post secondary institution between the ages of 16 and 30.
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000
Requirements of Applicant: Write an essay of less than 1,000 words from two options provided by the donor.
Application Deadline: June 20
Contact Information: Information is available at Abbot & Fenner Business Consultants.

Accountants, National Society

Recipients: Accounting students entering their second, third or fourth year.
Amount of Scholarship: $500 - $2,000.
Requirements of Applicant: Students majoring in accounting with a "B" or better grade point average. Students enrolled in a degree program at an accredited 2-year or 4 year college or university. Only U.S. or Canadian citizens attending a U.S. accredited business school, college or university may apply.
Application Deadline: March 10
Contact Information: An application and additional information on these scholarships are available at the National Society of Accountants website.

American Business Women's Assoc MO KAN Chaper

Recipients: Women in their second year of study.
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000
Requirements of Applicant: GPA of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale, studying at Johnson County Community College, Longview Community College or Penn Valley Community College.
Application Deadline: Received prior to March 31
Contact Information: An application and information can be requested by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope to: MO KAN Chapter, ABWA, Sonja Abrahamson, 8701 Foster Lane, Overland Park KS 66212. Information can also be requested by e-mail to sabrahamson@sprynet.com. For more information about ABWA, go to American Business Women's Association on the web.

American Dental Association Foundation

Recipients: Scholarship for dental students and underrepresented minority dental students attending a school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association.
Amount of Scholarship: Up to $2,500
Requirements of Applicant: U S Citizen, financial need, full-time student, GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Application Deadline: October 19
Contact Information: Check their web site at American Dental Association Foundation. From the Quick Links select the Grants, Scholarships and Awards link. You can also check with the Dental Hygiene program at JCCC for scholarship information.

American Society of Mechanical Engineers - Kansas City Sect.

Recipients: Full time mechanical engineering student who belongs to American Society of Mechanical Engineering. Students can become members by visiting www.asme.org to sign up.
Amount of Scholarship: $250 - $1,000
Requirements of Applicant: Full time mechanical engineering student, be a student member of ASME, show financial need and be involved in extracurricular activities. See application for all that apply.
Application Deadline: October 31
Contact Information: Information is available at American Society of Mechanical Engineers, then select the Kansas City Section. Completed applications can be scanned and e-mailed to hillg2@asme.org or mail to: Gene Hill, 7486 Newton Rd., Odessa, MO 64076.

Angel & Maude Munoz Hispanic Scholarship

Recipients: Hispanic students that are enrolled in or applying for enrollment at JCCC or in a cosmetology program.
Amount of Scholarship: 25% of tuition, not to exceed $1,000
Requirements of Applicant: Receiving a Pell Grant, have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, See application for all that applies.
Application Deadline: Ongoing, on a first come, first served basis.
Contact Information: Information is available on-line at http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/munoz

BigSun Athletics Scholarship

Recipients: Student athletes who are participating in a sport at their high school or post secondary institution.
Amount of Scholarship: $500
Requirements of Applicant: All athletes. Apply by writing an essay.
Application Deadline: June 25
Contact Information: Check their web site at BigSun Athletics.

Bill Spaniol Memorial Scholarship

Recipients: Kansas high school seniors or other person entering a Kansas college or university, pursuing a degree in environmental science or related area.
Amount of Scholarship: $500
Requirements of Applicant: Maintain an over GPA of 3.0 with a GPA in their major field of study of 3.2 at the time of the application. Must also show an interest in the Biological or Physical Sciences. Provide 2 letters of reference as well as complete the personal inventory form.
Application Deadline: May 31
Contact Information: Information is available at Kansas Environmental Health Association then selecting scholarship information.

Brown Foundation - Teacher Quest Scholarship

Recipients: Students for minority students who have been formally admitted to a teacher education program and plan to enter the teaching profession.
Amount of Scholarship: Check scholarship information
Requirements of Applicant: Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, enrolled half-time, two letters of recommendation. See application for all that applies.
Application Deadline: March 20
Contact Information: On-line application and information is available at Brown Foundation. They can also be contaced by e-mail at Brownfound@juno.com.

Cancer Survivor's Program

The American Cancer Society's Heartland Division announces a program to help cancer survivors pay for college expenses.
Recipients: Residents of Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma & Nebraska, Hawaii or Texas who are citizens of the U.S. and have had a cancer diagnosis before the age of 21 and are 25 years old or younger when applying.
Amount of Scholarship: Up to $1,500 will be awarded, limited to availability of funds.
Requirements of Applicant: Applicants must have been accepted to an accredited university, community college, or vocational technical school and be 25 years of age or younger at the time of application. See web site for all requirements.
Application Deadline: April 2
Contact Information: An application and additional information can be found at American Cancer Society and enter "Kansas Scholarship" in their search feature or by contacting Phyllis Caron at 512.919.1910 or by email Phyllis Caron

Chemical Society, American

Recipients: Candidates must be African-American, Hispanic/Latino or Native American and seeking undergraduate college degrees in the chemical sciences.
Amount of Scholarship: Up to $2,500 for freshmen; up to $3,000 for sophomores, $5,000 for juniors and seniors.
Requirements of Applicant: U.S. citizen or permanent resident of U.S.; full-time student; high academic achievers in chemistry or science; FAFSA
Application Deadline: March 1
Contact Information: 800-227-5558 extension 6250. An application can also be accessed at American Chemical Society Scholars Program or send an e-mail to scholars@acs.org

Community College Scholarships - Coca-Cola Scholars Found.

Recipients: Students attending a two-year institution and planning on acquiring an Associates degree.
Amount of Scholarship: Annually awards approximately 400 scholarships of $1,000 or $2,000.
Requirements of Applicant: Each campus can nominate one student. Students must have a GPA of 2.5, community service, employed part-time or full-time, and be enrolled in at least two courses during the upcoming fall term at a two-year institution. Must be planning to acquire an Associates degree from their institution.
Application Deadline: Application is available beginning in March with a deadline of May 31
Contact Information: For applications and information regarding campus contacts and complete eligibility requirements see Cola-Cola Scholars Foundation.

Community College Scholarships - Jack Kent Cooke Foundation

Recipients: Scholarships available for current students, recent alumni, and those ready to transfer to a four-year college.
Amount of Scholarship: Approximately 50 scholarships worth up to $30,000 per year.
Requirements of Applicant: Each campus can nominate two students or recent alumni. See web for complete information. The Foundation seeks applicants with academic excellence and unmet financial need, among other criteria.
Application Deadline: February 1
Contact Information: For complete information, including campus contacts and complete eligibility requirements, see Jack Kent Cooke Foundation or by calling 1.800.498.6478.

Community College Scholarships - Hispanic Scholarship Fund

Recipients: Applicants must be of Hispanic heritage; be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Amount of Scholarship: 200 scholarships of $1,250 and $2,500 for students transferring from a two-year college to a four-year institution.
Requirements of Applicant: Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 and apply for federal financial aid using the FAFSA. Application is on line, see contact information below.
Application Deadline: February 18
Contact Information: For more information, including application and complete eligibility requirements, see Hispanic Scholarship fund or by calling 1.415.808.2376.

Continuing Education Scholarship, Almedia Greever

Recipients: Must be a graduate of a Winfield High School in Winfield, KS.
Amount of Scholarship: $750
Requirements of Applicant: Must have completed a minimum of 2 semesters of college course work with a grade point average of at least 2.5.
Application Deadline: March 25
Contact Information: Application and information is available from Soroptimist International of Winfield Kansas, Evelyn Watt, 1502 Cherry St, Winfield, KS 67156 or by calling 620-221-4355

Council of Clubs Kansas City Scholarship

Recipients: Youth of the metropolitan Kansas City Area. Must be attending a Missouri or Kansas technical school, college or university, within a 50-mile radius of Tenth and Main Streets, Kansas City, MO.
Amount of Scholarship: $500
Requirements of Applicant: Have a B average from the previous semester, shown leadership potential and financial need. See application for all that apply.
Application Deadline: March 31
Contact Information: Information is available at Truman Heartland Community Foundation then selecting Grants and Scholarships then Scholarship Funds and find link for Council of Clubs Greater Kansas City Scholarship information or by calling 813-836-8189.

Dane G. Hansen Community College Scholarship

Recipients: for students who graduated from a high school in one of the 26 designated counties of Northwest Kansas.
Amount of Scholarship: $2,000
Requirements of Applicant: Must have completed a minimum of 32 hours of college credit by the spring semester and who ware transferring to a four-year accredited public, private or church related Kansas college or university. a 3.0 Grape Point Average is required along with good character and leadership qualities. Three letters of reference are required.
Application Deadline: December 15
Contact Information: Information is available at Dane G. Hansen Foundation, or by calling 785-689-4832.

disaboom live forward

Recipients: Students with disabilities and sometimes their care givers. A number of search options, some condition-specific and other group-specific.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies by scholarship up to $20,000
Requirements of Applicant: See rules and application for all that apply
Application Deadline: Varies by scholarship
Contact Information: Information about scholarships are available at disaboom then select the link for Resources and then Disability Scholarship Resources.

Early Childhood Professional Development Scholarship

Recipients: 18 years or older, seeking a degree in Early Education, work in a licensed Center or Family Child Care Home that is working toward quality improvement.
Amount of Scholarship: Covers tuition, fees and books.
Requirements of Applicant: Must be working at licensed Center of Family Child Care Home for minimum of 30 days and completed the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
Application Deadline: March 13 for Summer Semester, June 19 for following Fall Semester and October 16 for following Spring Semester.
Contact Information: Complete information is available at the web site for the Mid-America Regional Council - Early Learning Metropolitan Council on Early Learning then select the link for Professional Development, then Scholarship Programs. You may also call with questions to Laura Reinsel816-701-8312 or email her lreinsel@mark.org.

AES Engineering Solutions

Recipients: Entrants must submit an essay of no more than 1,000 words. See web for details.
Amount of Scholarship: $500.
Requirements of Applicant: See Web site - Scholarship is intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study and are awarded based on character, personal merit and commitment.
Application Deadline: October 6
Contact Information: See Web site - AES Engineering Solutions

Engineers Club of Kansas City

Recipients: Greater Kansas City area resident pursuing an accredited engineering degree.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies
Requirements of Applicant: See application for all that apply does require proof of financial need.
Application Deadline: June 15
Contact Information: Information is available at local high school guidance counselors or request copy from Trevor H. Cooke, SAC Chairman, 913-458-3034 or email to Trevor H Cooke.

Executive Women International ASIST Program

Recipients: Scholarships for students who have financial need, socially, physically and economically disadvantaged adult who are heads of households with small children.
Amount of Scholarship: Up $1,500.
Requirements of Applicant: Utilize a re-entry program, have clearly defined career goals and objectives, submit statement of financial need, tax return, 2 letters of recommendation. JCCC must sponsor your application - contact the Director of Financial Aid. Must reside in area served by the Kansas City Chapter of Executive Women International. See the application for all requirements.
Application Deadline: February 27
Contact Information: Check their web site at Executive Women International and select Scholarship.

Gilman International Scholarship

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship

Recipients: Must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant, applying or accepted into a study abroad program eligible for credit by the student's institution of high education in the U.S. This scholarship is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
Amount of Scholarship: Up to $5,000 per scholarship.
Requirements of Applicant: Federal Pell Grant eligible, study abroad program for creidt, at least four weeks in one country. See application for all requirements.
Application Deadline: See website as this varies by semester.
Contact Information: An application and additional information on these scholarships are available at Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program

Gates Millennium Scholars Program

Recipients: Low income, minority students who will be enrolling for the first time at an accredited college or university for the following fall semester full time. Must be a U S citizen or national or legal permanent resident.
Amount of Scholarship: $300 to $1,200
Requirements of Applicant: Must have a GPA of 3.3 on unweighted 4.0 scare or earned a GED, be Pell Grant eligible, as determined by filing the FAFSA, demonstrate leadership abilities. See web site for all criteria required.
Application Deadline: Postmarked by January 11 or submitted on line by this date for following fall, summer deadline is June 19 and GMS renewal applications are due July 24.
Contact Information: Check their website The Gates Millennium Scholars for all conditions that apply.

Givens/Mounkes Memorial Scholarship c/o Lenexa Optimist Club

Recipients: Incoming freshmen or recent high school graduates
Amount of Scholarship: Tuition only up to $1,000 a semester.
Requirements of Applicant: Johnson County resident, incoming freshman or recent high school graduate
Application Deadline: April 15
Contact Information: Don Hamner by phone 913-441-2895 or by e-mail dhamner@kc.surewest.net.

Greater Lee's Summit Health Care Foundation

Recipients: Students pursuing a health care degree in the following areas: medical school, nursing school RN or BSN, or pharmacy school. Must currently live in Lee's Summit, MO or graduated from area high school, including Blue Springs HS.
Amount of Scholarship: $4,000 - 6,000
Requirements of Applicant: Must have a GPA of 3.0, completed one year in their chosen field of study, provide three letters of recommendation. See application for all that apply.
Application Deadline: April 1
Contact Information: Information is available at Greater Lee's Summit Health Care Foundation then selecting scholarship request process. You may also send questions to scholarship@lshealthcare.org

Greater Salina Community Foundation Scholarships

Recipients: Varies by scholarships, but check their web page for scholarships. Kansas residency is required for most scholarships, some are for students transferring to a 4-year Kansas institution. One specifically for community college student is the Hale Family Sunflower Promise.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies
Requirements of Applicant: Minimum GPA vary by scholarship. Check web for all that apply.
Application Deadline: March 31
Contact Information: Check their web site at Greater Salina Community Foundation and click on Current Scholarships. You may also call them at 785.823.1800 or contact them by e-mail Michelle Griffin

Gwendolyne Hawley Trust Scholarship

Recipients: Students who are Kansas residents and are blind or visually impaired.
Amount of Scholarship: $500 - $1,800
Requirements of Applicant: Sponsor such as teacher or counselor, enrolled in at least 9 credit hours. See application for all that applies.
Application Deadline: Received by March 30
Contact Information: Information and the application can be found on the site Kansas State School for the Blind regarding this scholarship.

HACU-Hispanic Assoc. of Colleges & Universities Schloarships

Recipients: Students within specific programs of study.
Amount of Scholarship:varies
Requirements of Applicant: GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale, studying a HACU-member College, including JCCC.
Application Deadline: Received prior to May 22
Contact Information: An application and information can be viewed at HACU Scholarship Program. Information can also be requested by e-mail to scholarship@hacu.net.

Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society (HIAS)

Recipients: HIAS assisted refugees or asylees.
Amount of Scholarship: $2000.
Requirements of Applicant: Must be a refugee or asylee who were assisted by HIAS to come to the U.S. You must have immigrated after January 1, 1992. See application for other requirements
Application Deadline: February 24 - applications available in mid December.
Contact Information: Check HIAS web site for additional information and application at Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society and selecting the link for Scholarships. For other questions e-mail scholarship@hais.org or call 212.613.1358. Applications are usually available December 1 of the prior year.

Home Depot Trade Scholarship

Recipients: Students currently enrolled in a building and construction trade school program at a college, university or accredited educational institution.
Amount of Scholarship: $500
Requirements of Applicant: See scholarship application for all that apply. Open to students who are entering their final year or tem of the degree work or career program.
Application Deadline: June 20
Contact Information: Additional information can be found on the web site for The Home Depot Trade Scholarship or by calling 1-877-743-5327.

Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship

Recipients: Student or the child of a parent who works at a Hy-Vee location or subsidiary. See scholarship criteria for how this differs for a high senior verses a college student.
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000.
Requirements of Applicant: Full time student, references, transcript and/or ACT score and your personal statement of your future goals. See web site for all that apply.
Application Deadline: February 10
Contact Information: Information is available at Hy-Vee. Select Company, then Scholarships. You may also contact Lynn Hoskins by email at lhoskins@hy-vee.com

infoComm International AV Scholarship

Recipients: Scholarships for students who are pursuing post-secondary education for a career in audiovisual industry.
Amount of Scholarship: $1,200 - $1,500
Requirements of Applicant: Minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale, enrolled 3/4 time (9 credit hours), two letters of recommendation. See application for all that applies.
Application Deadline: April 10
Contact Information: Application and information is available at infoComm International.

Insurance, CPCU, Percy S. Lorie Scholarship

Recipients: Students who have completed 90 hours of college level classes.
Amount of Scholarship: $2,000
Requirements of Applicant: Students majoring in insurance or a related field (such as math or accounting, but not limited to) and have insurance-related work experience.
Application Deadline: October 1
Contact Information: An application and additional information on these scholarships is available at CPCU Society, Kansas City Chapter or may be obtained by writing to: The Scholarship Committee, Kansas City Chapter of CPCU, P O Box 26842, Overland Park, KS 66225-6785

IFMA Kansas City Chapter

Recipients: Must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student or a part-time graduate student enrolled in a Kansas or Missouri College or University.
Amount of Scholarship: Minimum of $500, may be more depending on the number of qualified applicants.
Requirements of Applicant: Student must be in curriculum relating to facility management. Those curriculums include, but are not limited to, the study of interior design, architecture, engineering, business operations, construction science and environmental design. Must be a full time student.
Application Deadline: Must be postmarked by March 19
Contact Information: Applications and complete information is on their web site Kansas City IFMA. You may also call Peter Wieczkowski at 816.822.4260 or send an email to kcifmascholarship@gmailcom for more information.

ISA - Educational Foundation Scholarship

Recipients: Scholarships for students attending college or university who is enrolled in a program in instrumentation, systems, or automation discipline.
Amount of Scholarship: Unknown.
Requirements of Applicant: Must be enrolled at a college or university, have a 3.0 or better GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Application Deadline: Must be postmarked by February 16 and received by February 26
Contact Information: Check their web site at International Society of Automation then type scholarships in the search field and print the information found in either PDF or Word file.

Kansas Board of Regents for Kansas Residents

Recipients: Kansas residents
Amount of Scholarship: varies
Requirements of Applicant: Requirements vary depending upon which scholarship you are applying for and date of graduation. See application.
Application Deadline: May 1
Contact Information: Information is available at Kansas Board of Regents, Student Financial Assistance, 1000 SW Jackson St., Suite 520, Topeka, KS 66612-1368; (785) 296-3517; Fax (785) 296-0983; Kansas Board of Regents

Kansas Foster & Adoptive Children Fund

Recipients: Students who are or have been foster children in Kansas, including those who have been adopted.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies
Requirements of Applicant: Check with the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for all that applies.
Application Deadline: Applications are accepted year around, awards will be made on August and January of each year.
Contact Information: Contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation at 816-842-0944. You can also find additional information on their site Greater Kansas City Community Foundation and click on Resources, then Scholarships. Check for this listing under Collegiate Undergraduate.

Kansas Nurses Foundation

Recipients: Kansas resident pursuiting an RN degree or higher.
Amount of Scholarship: $300 to $1,000
Requirements of Applicant: Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, provide 3 confidential letters of recommendation, proof of acceptance in the nursing program. See application for all that apply.
Application Deadline: June 30
Contact Information: Information is available at Kansas State Nurses Association then select the link for Kansas Nurses Foundation and then scroll down to the scholarship application.

Kansas Nutrition Council

Recipients: Students studying to be a nutritionist, usually must be a Junior or Senior level student.
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000.
Requirements of Applicant: Must be a Kansas resident, see application form for all that apply.
Application Deadline: March 1
Contact Information: Check the web at Kansas Nutrition Council or contact Barbara Beier (785) 368-2155 or by email to barbara.beier@snco.us

Kansas Society of Certified Public Accountants

Recipients: Kansas high school seniors entering a Kansas college or univerisity, pursuing an accounting degree.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies - $500 and up
Requirements of Applicant: Rank high in the ACT or SAT examination, attend a Kansas university or college and plan to major in accounting.
Application Deadline: March 9 for ACT/SAT test scores, completed questionnaire/essay is April 20
Contact Information: Information is available at KSCPA then selecting scholarship information. You can call 800-222-0452 or send an email to tony@kscpa.org. You can also contact your high school counselor for information. College level scholarships are also available. Check website for all.

Legacy Foundation for the Arts

Recipients: Student in an intensive study programs in piano, voice - classical, musical theatre and dance. Students must be between the ages of 12 and 22 and reside or attend school with a 75 mile radius of Kansas City.
Amount of Scholarship: Up to $1,000
Requirements of Applicant: See scholarship application for all that apply and other criteria. There is a $10 submission fee.
Application Deadline: Postmarked by February 8
Contact Information: An application is available at the Legacy Foundation for the Arts or by calling 913-526-5501.

LIFE LESSONS - Loss of a Parent

Recipients: College and college-bound students between ages of 17 - 24 who have experienced the death of a parent or legal guardian.
Amount of Scholarship: $500 to $5,000
Requirements of Applicant: Submit an essay (500 words max) or a video (3-minutes max) describing how losing a parent or guardian affected them emotionally and financially. See application for all requirements that apply.
Application Deadline: April 18 (Application is available approximately one month prior to deadline)
Contact Information: An application and additional information is available at LIFE LESSONS Scholarship Program. You can also call 202-464-5000 X 4446 or email scholarship@lifehappens.org for information.

MALDEF Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund

Recipients: One of the goals of MALDEF is to encourage all students, regardless of immigration status, to seek private scholarships for their educational expenses.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies by scholarship.
Requirements of Applicant: See scholarships for all that apply.
Application Deadline: Varies by scholarship.
Contact Information: Information about a number of scholarships students can apply for can be found at MALDEF.

Marine Corps Scholarship

Recipients: Son or daughter of a Marine on active duty or in the Reserve or of a former Marine or Marine Reservist who received an Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge, or who was killed while in the service of our country. You may also be considered if your are the son or daughter of an active duty, reserve or former U.S. Navy Corpsman who is serving or has served, with the U.S. Marine Corps.
Amount of Scholarship: $500 to $10,000
Requirements of Applicant: Applicant must be a high school senior, or high school graduate, or be enrolled in an undergraduate or post high school accredited college, university or vocational/technical school. Minimum GPA of 2.0. Maximum family adjusted gross income of $80,000 or less as shown on IRS tax forms. Income requirement is waived for any applicant whose parent was killed in combat in the Global War on Terror.
Application Deadline: March 1 for graduating high school seniors and April 15 for all other students.
Contact Information: An application and additional information on these scholarships are available at the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, or by calling 800.292.7777.

Medical Alliance of the Metro Medical Society of Greater KC

Recipients: Student who is accepted into an accredited college or university program and pursuing a career in nursing or other allied health career such as occupation therapy or physical therapy.
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000
Requirements of Applicant: Maintained a GPA of 3.5 or above, show financial need and be a resident of the Metropolitan Kansas City area. Must be sophomore or beyond - see application for all that applies.
Application Deadline: March 1
Contact Information: Information is available at Truman Heartland Community Foundation and then by selecting link for Grants and Scholarships.

Mid-America Mensa

Recipients: All students in area served by Mid-America Menasa that will be attending accredited U.S. institutions of post-secondary education in the coming year. It is NOT necessary that applicant be a member of Mensa.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies
Requirements of Applicant: Submit Essay (no more than 550 word) and Contest Entry Form
Application Deadline: January 15. Mensa will post new information during the previous month of September.
Contact Information: Rules and an entry form are available at http://mensafoundation.org/ Then select Scholarships, then US Process then scholarship application and enter your Zip Code.

Military Children

Recipients: Dependent unmarried children under the age of 23 of members of the military - see web site for all who are eligible.
Amount of Scholarship: $1500 from each Commissary location with qualified applicants.
Requirements of Applicant: Applicants should ensure that they, as well as their sponsor, are currently enrolled in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) database and that they have a current ID card. Students must be enrolled full time and have a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 basis) and working on your first under graduate degree. See web for all conditions.
Application Deadline: Must be received by February 18
Contact Information: Check scholarships for military children on the
Military Scholar web site.

MUST Scholarship Program

Recipients: Scholarships for students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) discipline at an accredited college or university in the United States. Especially want undeserved populations to apply: women, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans and persons with disabilities.
Amount of Scholarship: Up to one-half of tuition and fees not to exceed $10,000.
Requirements of Applicant: U. S. Citizen, reside in the US or Territories of the U. S., full-time student, GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale, pursuing a degree in physical science, technology, engineering or mathematics.
Application Deadline: February 1
Contact Information: Check their web site at Hispanic College Fund and click on NASA under the 2008 Scholarship Program Sponsors.

National Association of Women in Construction

Recipients: Awards are made to both male and female students pursuing a career in a construction-related field.
Amount of Scholarship: Amount varies - based upon need, interest in industry, special achievements, etc.
Requirements of Applicant: Full time student seeking a four-year degree or an associate degree in a construction-related field. 3.0 GPA required. Complete the 2 page application, required attachments and official transcripts of grades and classes.
Application Deadline: Postmarked by March 15
Contact Information: Find information regarding this scholarship at National Association of Women in Construction select Education then Scholarships.

National Federation of the Blind

Recipients: High-achieving, full-time student who is legally blind in post-high school degree program in the United States.
Amount of Scholarship: Scholarships will be awarded from $3,000. to $10,000.
Requirements of Applicant: Applicant must be pursuing or planning to pursue a full-time post-high school course of study in the fall semester in the United States.
Application Deadline: March 31
Contact Information: An application and additional information on these scholarships is available at the National Federation of the Blind. Use the Search field and type in "Scholarship". Questions can be directed to Anil Lewis, Chairman, National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Committee, 1800 Johnson Street, Baltimore, MD 21230-4998, or by calling 404.371.1000 or by email Scholarships at NFB.

National Restaurant Assoc Educational Found Scholarships

Recipients: Undergraduate or High School Senior or GED Graduates.
Amount of Scholarship: $1,500 and $2,000
Requirements of Applicant: US Citizen or US permanent resident, 2.75 GPA or better, depending on the scholarship, restaurant or food service work related experience. See application for all criteria.
Application Deadline: Varies by scholarship - March 31, July 31 and October 31
Contact Information: Information regarding the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarships and Mentoring program can be found at NRAEF or call 800-765-2122 ext 738.

Nursing Scholarship General Hospital #2 Perpetual Trust Fund

General Hospital #2 Perpetual Trust Fund (Nursing)

Recipients: African-Americans enrolled in any accredited school of nursing.
Amount of Scholarship: Minimum of $500.
Requirements of Applicant: Written essay; Official transcript; Passport picture; Academic letters of reference; Reference from a non-related person.
Application Deadline: March 31
Contact Information: An application and additional information on these scholarships are available at Greater Kansas City Community Foundation. Select Resources, then Scholarships and from the Collegiate Undergraduate list, "General Hospital #2 Perpetual Trust Fund".

Nursing Scholarship, Kansas Board of Regents

Recipients: Kansas resident; admitted to nursing degree program at an eligible Kansas postsecondary institution and commitment by an eligible sponsor to fund up to half of the scholarship and provide full-time employment to the recipient within 6 months after licensure.
Amount of Scholarship: LPN students are eligible for $2,500 and RN student are eligible for $3,500. Sponsors pay from $1,000 to one-half of the scholarship and the State of Kansas pays the remaining amount.
Requirements of Applicant: Completed FAFSA; Kansas resident; admitted to nursing degree program at an eligible Kansas postsecondary institution; obtain sponsorship from a medical provider for whom you want to work.
Application Deadline: FAFSA must be processed by May 1st and the nursing application should be submitted as soon as possible for best consideration. Awards are based on the receipt date of the Nursing Service Scholarship Application and will be made as long as funds are available. If conditions of are not met, this does become a loan. See web site for all that applies.
Contact Information: Information is available at Kansas Board of Regents, Student Financial Assistance, 1000 SW Jackson St., Suite 520, Topeka, KS 66612-1368; (785) 296-3421; Fax (785) 296-0983; or by visiting the Kansas Board of Regents web site and selecting Student Financial Aid and then Scholarships and Grants.

Nursing Scholarships, National Student Nurses' Assoc, Inc.

The Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association, Inc. in memory of Frances Tompkins.

Recipients: Undergraduate students who are pursuing their first degree in nursing.
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000 to $5,000.
Requirements of Applicant: Students show currently enrollment in a state approved nursing program, be attending at least 6 hours, establish financial need and be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
Application Deadline: Must be received by January 15
Contact Information: More information is available at National Student Nurses' Association and then click on the link for Foundation.

Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs Scholarship

Fabricators & Manufacturers Association Foundation has joined forces with Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs

Recipients: Must be in a course of study that may lead to a career in manufacturing.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies up to $5,000
Requirements of Applicant: Full time student with a minimum 3.0 GPA for a college scholarship or a 2.0 GPA for a trade/technical school scholarship, enrolled in an engineering or manufacturing-related course of study.
Application Deadline: April 3
Contact Information: An application and additional information on these scholarships are available at the Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs Foundation and then select the Scholarships link. Or you may contact them at 888.394.4362 or by e-mail nbt@fmanet.org

Pfizer Epilepsy Scholarship Award

Recipients: Scholarship for students who overcome the challenges of epilepsy, are successful in school, and have done well in activities outside the classroom or in the community.
Amount of Scholarship: $3,000
Requirements of Applicant: Must be under a doctor's care for epilepsy, be a good student who participates in activities outside of school and can be a high school senior through graduate school.
Application Deadline: May 1
Contact Information: Check their web site at Epilepsy Scholarship Award where you must be registered. You may also call them at 1.800.292.7373 or mail request to Pfizer Epilepsy Scholarship Award, c/o The Eden Communications Group, 515 Valley Street, Suite 200, Maplewood, NJ 07040.

Pilot International Foundation Scholarship

Recipients: Students who are preparing for or updating skills for careers working with disabilities/brain related disorders.
Amount of Scholarship: $500 up to $1,000. This varies by scholarship.
Requirements of Applicant: 3.25 GPA on a 4.0 scale. See scholarship information for complete details.
Application Deadline: March 1 - but all documents must be in sponsors possession prior to this date. See application for other conditions that apply or contact individuals listed below.
Contact Information: Check their web site: Pilot International and from the Foundation tab select Scholarships. You will need a local sponsor. Please contact one of the following: Jane Howington 913.648.5708, Carol Mays 913.599.3515, or Betty Aden 913.384.2376.

Reintegration Scholarship

Recipients: Must be a US citizen battling bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and related schizophrenia-spectrum disorders.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies
Requirements of Applicant: Be currently receiving medical treatment and actively involved in rehabilitative or reintegrative efforts and other requirements as specified including the FAFSA, an Essay and Recommendations.
Application Deadline: January 25
Contact Information: An application and additional information on this scholarship is available at Lilly Reintegration Scholarship You may also contact them by e-mail at lillyscholarships@reintegration.com or by calling 1-800-809-8202.

Sallie Mae Fund Scholarship Programs

Recipients: Students from low-income families, students of Hispanic descent, students who are African-American, first generation college students or children of those who were killed or permanently disabled due to the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies - See scholarship criteria.
Requirements of Applicant: Varies - See Scholarship criteria.
Application Deadline: Varies by scholarships. March 3, April 15, May 31 and Open.
Contact Information: Information is available at the Sallie Mae Web Fund. This web site will provide all details on applying for this program, including a toll free number.

SCDAA-Uriel Owens Chapter Scholarship

Recipients: Students who can verify that they have sickle cell disease.
Amount of Scholarship: Up to $500.
Requirements of Applicant: Must be enrolled at a college or university, trade or technical school and be able to verify that they have sickle cell disease.
Application Deadline: Check with the chapter
Contact Information: Information is available by calling 913-621-1713 or by e-mail to owens@sicklecellkck.org.

Scholarship for Mothers

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation - Scholarship for Mothers

Recipients: For single and married mothers with total family income less than $30,000, who attend JCCC full or part time and are pursuing an education in a career-oriented degree-seeking program.
Amount of Scholarship: $600 for spring semester
Requirements of Applicant: : C+ level or above and submit a most recent transcript
Application Deadline: October 16
Contact Information: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Attn: Scholarship for Mothers 1055 Broadway, Suite 130 Kansas City, MO 64105. An application is available at the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation web site http://www.gkccf.org. Select Scholarships and then from this list select the Scholarship for Mothers from the Undergraduate listing.

U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program

Recipients: Those who enter drawing
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000
Requirements of Applicant: Random Drawing for college undergraduates
Application Deadline: March 31
Contact Information: U.S. Bank web site US Bank and click on the link for Internet Scholarship.

SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Assn) Memorial Scholarship

Recipients: Students pursuing careers in the specialty automotive industry and have a passion for cars and trucks. Career path opportunities include: accounting, administration, advertising/PR, design/graphics, engineering, information technology, manufacturing, photo/journalism, race car driver/crew, sales/marketing, technicians and transportation.
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000 at a 2 year college, other amounts at other colleges or universities - see the application.
Requirements of Applicant:Full-time student, minimum 2.5 GPA, pursuing studies leading to a career in the automotive after market or related field.
Application Deadline: April 1
Contact Information: Applications are available at SEMA, then by selecting Programs & Services and then the Education link. Or you can email for information to NathanR@SEMA.org or call 909-396-0289 Ext 137. Do take note of their loan forgiveness program.

Talbot's Women's Scholarship Fund

Recipients: Women currently residing in the United States who have earned a high school diploma or GED on or before September 2000.
Amount of Scholarship: 10 $15,000 and one $30,000
Requirements of Applicant: Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full or part-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited 2 or 4 year college, university or vocational-technical school and have at least two semesters (or a minimum of 24 credit hours) remaining to complete their undergraduate degree.
Application Deadline: January 2 or when first 5,000 applications have been processed, which ever comes first.
Contact Information: An application and additional information on these scholarships are available at their website at Talbots Women's Scholarship Fund.

TEACH Early Childhood - Project Kansas

Recipients: Students seeking an Associate's degree in early childhood education.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies
Requirements of Applicant: Be employed in the child care field. There are 3 different scholarships available - one for Family Child Care provider, director or administrator in a child care setting or for Child Care Center teachers.
Application Deadline: On going
Contact Information: Information is available at on a general basis Child Care Services Association, then select State Contacts from the link for TEACH Early Childhood Project. You may also call 877.678.2548.

Teaching at Emporia State University

The Elberta Harris Scholarship

Recipients: Students interested in teaching.
Amount of Scholarship: $2,000
Requirements of Applicant: Recipient must attend Emporia State University, graduated from a Johnson County, Kansas high school, 3.0 GPA
Application Deadline: November 15
Contact Information: Emporia State University, Scholarships & Grants or by contacting the Dean of the Teachers College at 620.341.5367

Terry L. McKanna Scholarship (Am Water Works Assn - KS Sect)

Recipients: Attending a 2 or 4 year accredited college/university; qualifying cirriculum with courses related to civil or environmental engineering or environmental science; a citizen of the US; may be graduate or under-graduate student; may not be receiving employer reimbursement which constitutes more than 50 percent of annual costs for tuition and fees.
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000
Requirements of Applicant: Application complete with a two-page (or less) typewritten essay describing the applicant's career plans. A recommendation from at least one professor in the applicant's major field of study, such as math or science teacher, must be included.
Application Deadline: July 31
Contact Information: Information is available from contact: David E. Cox (913) 971.9056 or by email to dcox@olatheks.org

Tourism Cares

Tourism Cares is a non-profit that preserves, conserves and promotes the responsible use of our world's natural, cultural and historic treasures.
Recipients: Students in the travel and hospitality industries.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies from $1,000 to $10,000.
Requirements of Applicant: See Web site. Awarded to future leaders in the Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Industry.
Application Deadline: April 1
Contact Information: Visit Tourism Cares and select Scholarships for requirements and applications. You may also send an e-mail to info@touriscares.org with any questions. It is helpful to note "Scholarship" in the subject line.

Transfer Scholarship - Buena Vista University

Recipients: Students transferring to Buena Vista University - Storm Lake campus from a community college or university.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies, according to GPA, but up to $12,000 for academic year
Requirements of Applicant: Students transferring to Buena Vista University - Storm Lake campus from a community college or university.
Application Deadline: not available
Contact Information: Buena Vista University, 610 W Fourth Street, Storm Lake, IA 50588; (800) 383-2831 X 2164; Fax - (712) 749-1451; On the web: Buena Vista University then Transfer Students, then scholarships.

Transfer Scholarships - Emporia State University

Recipients: Scholarships at Emporia State University that are open to transfer students.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies by scholarship.
Requirements of Applicant: See ESU web site. These vary by department and donor but ESU has many that are open to transfer students.
Application Deadline: Varies
Contact Information: Information is available at Emporia State University, Financial Aid, Grants and Scholarships or contact them by e-mail at ESUScholarships@emporia.edu

Transfer Scholarships - Kansas State University

Recipients: Scholarships at Kansas State University that are open to transfer students.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies.
Requirements of Applicant: See K-State web site. They have some that are specifically for transfer students from a Kansas Community College, among others.
Application Deadline: February 1
Contact Information: Information is available at K-State, Student Financial Assistance or by e-mail at finaid@k-state.edu.

Transfer Scholarships - Missouri Western University

Recipients: Applicants must have an associates degree or completed 60 or more hours. See scholarships for GPA requirements. They also provide instate tuition to full-time students who are residents of Iowa, Nebraska or Kansas that choose to live in Western's residence halls.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies
Requirements of Applicant: These are transfer scholarships, see web site for criteria that applies.
Application Deadline: March 1 and June 1
Contact Information: Applications and information are available at the Missouri Western University then select the link of Future Students, then Financial Aid and Scholarships. Or contact Office of Admissions at 816.271.4266 or 800.662.7041.

Transfer Scholarships - Pittsburg State University

Recipients: Scholarships at Pittsburg State University that are open to transfer students.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies.
Requirements of Applicant: See PSU web site. They have some that are specifically for transfer students, others awarded by department.
Application Deadline: February 1
Contact Information: Information is available at PSU Scholarships.

Transfer Scholarships - University of Kansas

Recipients: Transfer students to the University of Kansas.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies by scholarship
Requirements of Applicant: See KU web site. These vary by scholarship.
Application Deadline: March 1 for summer and fall applicants.
Contact Information: Information is available at University of Kansas, Office of Admissions and Scholarships..

Transfer Scholarships - University of Missouri, Kansas City

Recipients: Scholarships at University of Missouri at Kansas City that are open to transfer students. Must be enrolled full time and be a US citizen or permanent resident.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies.
Requirements of Applicant: See UMKC web site. They have some that are specifically for transfer students from a community college, among others. Many require a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Application Deadline: March 1, on line application is available between October 1st and March 1st.
Contact Information: Information is available at UMKC, Student Financial Aid & Scholarships. You can also contact by email at finaid@umkc.edu or by phone at 816-235-1154.

Tylenol Scholarship

Recipients: Student who want to work in a health care, life sciences or related field and show leadership qualities and academic performance.
Amount of Scholarship: $5,000 and $10,000.
Requirements of Applicant: See online application.
Application Deadline: May 15
Contact Information: Information is available at Tylenol Scholarships.

USA Funds Access to Education Scholarship

Recipients: Qualified students demonstrating financial need and are U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen.
Amount of Scholarship: Up to $1,500 and may be renewed up to $6,000 while maintaining a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Requirements of Applicant: Applicants must have annual adjusted gross family incomes of $35,000 or less. Applicants must be enrolled or plan to enroll in coursework at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school beginning with the following fall.
Application Deadline: February 16 (application available on line beginning December 15)
Contact Information: For additional information, go to: USA Funds Access to Education Scholarships

Vocational Tech Educational Sch, Kansas Board of Regents

Recipients: Full-time students enrolled in Vocational Programs.
Amount of Scholarship: $500 per year
Requirements of Applicant: Kansas resident; graduated from accredited Kansas High School or GED from Kansas State Board of Education. Required to take a test. Testing dates and times on application form.
Application Deadline: See application - varies by test date (Generally first of February or October)
Contact Information: KBOR (785) 296-3518. An application and other information is available at the Kansas Board of Regents. Select the Student Financial Aid tab.

Wichman Family Nursing Scholarship

Recipients: Students pursuing a RN degree in the Nursing program at JCCC.
Amount of Scholarship: Unknown
Requirements of Applicant: Completed all requirements for acceptance into the RN program, full time student, 2.5 GPA or greater, demonstrate financial need
Application Deadline: June 15
Contact Information: An application and contact information is available at the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation web site http://www.gkccf.org. Select Resources, then Scholarships. Find the Wichman Family Nursing Scholarships. You may also call them at 816.842.0944.

Women's Opportunity Award for Soroptimist of Kansas City

Recipients: Women who are the primary financial support for their families and have financial need.
Amount of Scholarship: Varies by level awarded.
Requirements of Applicant: Cannot have an undergraduate degree, complete application and provide completed references form. See application for all that applies
Application Deadline: Received by December 15
Contact Information: Information is available at Soroptimist International of the Americas' or by calling 816.803.4677. Completed applications must be sent to: Soroptimist International of Kansas City, C/O Rebecca Simmons, 6904 T. Gabbert Dr., Pleasant Valley, MO 64068. You may also request information from becky_simmons@sbcglobal.net.

Women's Opportunity Award Soroptimist Internt'l Lawrence

Recipients: Woman who is primary breadwinner in her family, resides in Douglas county, KS and has financial need.
Amount of Scholarship: $1,000 - $2,000
Requirements of Applicant: See application for complete details.
Application Deadline: January 5
Contact Information: Applications may be requested from Linda Mullens at 785-864-9401 or lmullens@ku.edu or Connie Boring at 913-328-5081 or cboring@kansasspeedway.com

Zonta International (Johnson County)

Recipients: Zonta Club of Johnson County, KS seeks to assist female students currently in their sophomore or junior year pursuing an undergraduate business degree.
Amount of Scholarship: $5,000
Requirements of Applicant: Complete application, provide letters of reference - see application for complete information.
Application Deadline: April 30
Contact Information: Applications may be downloaded by accessing Zonta International. An application is available by opening the "About Zonta" drop-down menu on the left side and then clicking on "Education, Leadership and Youth Development". Then click on the "Women in Business Scholarships". submit application to Zonta Club of Johnson County, Kansas, c/o Cynthia Yin, President, 7127 W 95th St, Overland Park, KS 66212. Questions can be directed to: Zonta Johnson County or by calling 913.341.3900.