2016-2017 SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

Last updated: 1-28-2017

SCHOLARSHIP SOURCES

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

The best source of scholarship money is from the school you plan to attend following graduation. It is important to communicate with the financial aid office after you apply to a particular school. This listing includes a few college or institutional scholarships, but you will need to check the college’s catalogue, web site, or financial aid office for further scholarship information. An excellent resource for financial aid facts and information is the Missouri Department of Higher Education @dhe.mo.gov ***Go to each website of schools you are interested in and check out their scholarship page to avoid missing extra scholarship funds you could apply for and their deadlines***

FEDERAL AND STATE AID

To obtain all Federal and most State Aid for college tuition, you will need to fill out the FREE FAFSA form (fafsa.ed.gov)by the college you are attending’s deadline. You will need you & your parent’s 2015 tax return paperwork in order to fill this out. The FAFSA web site now has the ability to retrieve your tax information electronically using an FSA ID number you create to do so. This makes the process of filling out the form faster, easier, and more accurate.

AGENCY SPONSORED/LOCAL AND NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

There are countless scholarships you can Google and apply for online. These are usually harder to obtain due to the number of applicants. Scholarships offered at the state and local level usually increase your chances of receiving awards. If researching online, be aware of agencies that charge you a fee. You can find these applications for free yourself.

The following scholarship descriptions are based on ones offered in the past and the month they were due. This does not guarantee that they will be offered again this current school year, nor does it guarantee the correct deadline date. Sometimes you can find the scholarship online by using a Google search and learn more about what it has to offer. If it is something that requires the school nominate you, be sure and let the Guidance Office know you would be interested in becoming the nominee. Check with the organization or the Guidance Office before filling out applications for up to date information. Pick up the Bulletin in the Guidance office every Monday for the latest listing of scholarship offers available!If you can’t find the applications, come see the Guidance Office for help.

*Open to other ages noted in GREEEN *Local scholarships noted in RED

Missouri Cattleman’s Association, Missouri Cattleman’s Foundation and the Missouri Beef Industry Council sponsors the following:

*MCF Scholarship – must be recommended by a member of the MCA, must submit 3 letters of recommendation, GPA of 2.5 or better, demonstrate leadership potential through extra-curricular activities and work experiences, and must also demonstrate financial need. Deadline – September

V.F.W LADIES AUXILIARY SCHOLARSHIPS:

*Voice of Democracy Contest- Grades 9-12. Short speech contest over a specific patriotic theme. Scholarships are awarded at the local, district, state and national levels. The top prize is $25,000. This scholarship is open to all United States students. See Guidance for application. Application due in Guidance Office – October

*Young Volunteer of the Year-Ages 12-15. $5,000 savings bond and a trip to the national convention is awarded to a student who has provided outstanding volunteer service to his or her community. Entry form and letters of recommendation needed. See Guidance Office for forms. Application due in Guidance Office – January

*Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest- Grades 9-12. Students complete an entry form and submit a patriotic work of art (as described on the entry form) for a chance to win 1 of 3 national scholarships given at the national convention. See Guidance Office for forms. Application due in Guidance Office – March

*Veterans Tribute Scholarship- Ages 15-18. This is a general scholarship program available to the children and grandchildren of all living US military veterans, as well as those currently serving. Three winners are awarded in a national competition of qualifying points. Points are awarded for GPA and participation in other LA VFW Scholarships. See Guidance Office for forms. Postmark Deadline – December

Prudential Spirit of Community Awards is a unique scholarship program that provides an ideal opportunity for students who have distinguished themselves through volunteerism. If you have taken a part in a community service activity over the past year, go to spirit.prudential.com/ to apply. Deadline – October

Coca Cola ScholarshipsMost Coca-Cola Scholars share a passion for social justice and many have overcome tremendous challenges to pursue their dreams.High school seniors throughout the United States who meet the eligibility requirements may apply for one of our four-year, achievement-based scholarships. Apply at Deadline – October

The Toyota Community Scholars Program – will award 100 renewable scholarships nationwide to seniors: must have a GPA of 2.0 or better, be actively involved in a service organization or project that has a positive impact on the school or community, and plan to pursue an undergraduate degree at a four-year college or university. Application Online. Deadline – November

The Hagan Scholarship Foundation: To high achieving students in rural communities needing financial assistance in order to attend college. Visit to apply -- Deadline-- Mid-November

Society of Automotive Engineers – must be a senior intending to earn a degree in engineering or a related science (descriptions of related science is on the application form), meet minimum requirements with regard to GPA and obtain an ACT score as outlined in the application. Go to to apply. Deadline – January

Missouri School Boards Association John T. Belcher Memorial Scholarship – Applicants will be judged on academics and activities. Financial need is not considered. School board nominates a student, but interested applicants need to let the Guidance Office know if interested in becoming a nominee.

Deadline – December See Guidance Office for application.

Burger King Scholars Program –Many scholarships awarded based on community enrichment and academics. Some available to those or families employed by Burger King. Go to to find out more information and apply.

Deadline – December

The AXA Foundation provides several scholarships. Must be well rounded, determined to succeed, and have demonstrated achievement at a job, sport, or extracurricular activity. Applications are available online at Achievement Awards due at various deadlines.

The Elks National Foundation – awards scholarships to a total of 500 seniors nationwide. Judging is based on leadership and financial need. See Guidance Office for application. Deadline – December

GE Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program: Awards around $20,000 students with leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship, financial need.

Visit Various Deadlines: Beginning January

The Chapel of Four Chaplains sponsors three scholarships:

See Guidance Office for applications. Deadline – March

*National Art Contest – seniors only, only two-dimensional flat medium may be employed and must be original, artwork must reflect the theme “Making the World a Better Place Through Service and Sacrifice.”

*Annual Essay Contest – topic is “How can we build bridges of understanding through commitment and service to humanity?” 450 words or less. Got to to apply.

Wal–MartCommunityServiceScholarshipProgram– Applicant must be planning to enter a 2 or 4 year college, must have at least of 2.5 GPA, and have taken the ACT. Application can be found at various scholarships offered. Deadlines throughout the year. Dependent Scholarship due March.

The Missouri Society of Professional Engineersaward various scholarships. If you are planning on becoming a professional engineer you may apply at Various Deadlines

LEAP Accounting Scholarship – Applicant must be planning to major in accounting and attend college in Missouri. An essay is required. Financial need is not considered.

Go to to register and apply. Deadline – February

E.S.A. Foundation Scholarships-If you meet one of the following requirements, you are eligible to compete for several scholarships in Missouri: 3.0 GPA, top 25% of class, 22 ACT, and meet a specific scholarship designated criteria. Amounts of the scholarships range from $500 - $1,500. Applications are judged on character, leadership, service, financial need, and scholastic ability. There is a $5.00 processing fee. Visit Deadline February

*Buick Achievers Scholarships—interested in the automotive industry (engineering, technology, design or business ends?) This scholarship is for you! Visit Deadline February

James and Nellie Westlake Scholarship Program – Applicants must have a 2.25 GPA or better to apply. Financial need is a consideration. This is for a student who plans to attend a 4-year college or university. Go to

Deadline- February

Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education Scholarships:

This state department offers various scholarships to entering Freshman in education, AG, FBLA, etc. Go to and search scholarships to learn more, or contact the dept. for more current scholarship status as they are continually changing. Contact DESE for Deadlines.

The National FFA Scholarships –Gives away many scholarships for current FFA seniors planning on attending college. Go to: sign up and apply. Deadline begin in February

The National Commission for Cooperative Education sponsors a Merit Scholarship Program. Must plan to continue education at a Co-op college or university. (none of these are in-state) See Guidance Office for information. Deadline – February

Dr. Darrell “Jack” Holley/MUSIC Scholarship: – This is not a music scholarship. The MUSIC stands for Missouri United School Insurance Council. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Criteria: academic standing, ACT score, letter of recommendation, career plans, and short essay on why you deserve this scholarship. Deadline – Mid-February

US Bank’s Internet Scholarships:- See scholarship Website Sectionbelow.

Deadline February

William H. Simon Scholarship: For Catholic students with proof of financial need, submitting SAR report from FAFSA. $1,000/semester. See Holy Rosary School for information and deadlines.

FCS Financial Scholarship: The MO State Fair Foundation Youth in Ag Scholarship application for current MO high school seniors is now available online at Missouri State Fair. For MO high school students whose parents or grandparents are FCS customers. Apply online @ for Scholarships link.Deadline beginning of March.

ETTA MAE ANDERSON SCHOLARSHIP: Applicants must be from Ralls County and show some financial need. Criteria also include good moral character and strong academic record. Preference will be shown to students who plan to major in education. See Guidance Office for application. Application due in Guidance Office – February

KENNETH GREGG AGRICULTURE SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is given to a Ralls County Student who is entering the field of agriculture. Amount not specified. See Guidance for application. Application due in Guidance Office – February

OLD THRESHERS: Family members of NEMO Old Threshers who have been active members for two years may apply. Giving two, $250 scholarships to one male and one female. Criteria include: financial need, academics, interested in history of Ag, and character. Deadline – February

B & S INSURANCE CO. OF MARION COUNTY:

*The Farmers Mutual Insurance Company of Marion County annually awards a scholarship in the amount of $1000 to a student graduating from Monroe City R-1 High School. The scholarship selection is based on academic standing and involvement in extra-curricular activities. Winner is selected by a committee at Farmers Mutual Insurance Company. See Guidance Office for applications. Deadline – March

*Other counties also offer scholarships

*Other county branches offer a scholarship as well open to Monroe City students and other area students. Each based on academics and extra-curricular involvement. Deadline--March

*There is also a statewide scholarship called the MAMIC which Monroe students can apply for at the state level. Deadline-- Feb

M.F.A. FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP: The Missouri Farmer’s Association has made available a $2,000 scholarship to be used at the college or university of the winner’s choice and toward any course of study desired. Selection of the winner is based on participation in extra-curricular activities, scholastic progress, citizenship, financial need, and educational plans. New applications must be obtained from the counselor each year. The winner of the scholarship is selected by a committee appointed by the local M.F.A. agency, and presented at the annual awards assembly. See Monroe Webpage to fill out and print app. Application due in Guidance Office – March

SHELTER INSURANCE SCHOLARSHIP: Scholarships are awarded in accredited high schools where a local Shelter Insurance Agent participates in the Shelter Insurance Foundation Scholarship Program. This is a one-time scholarship in the amount of $2,000. Selection of the winner is based on scholastic achievement, participation and leadership in school and community activities, citizenship, moral character, and educational goals. This scholarship recipient is selected by a committee appointed by the local Shelter Insurance agent. Applications can be filled out and printed from Monroe Webpage. Application due in Guidance Office – March

MASONIC SCHOLARSHIP OF MO: Offering 3 scholarships: Samuel Smith, Masonic Merit, Lutes Bachmann

Anyone may apply, however preference given to those students interested in becoming nurses or school teachers. Must have 3.0 GPA, ACT score, extra-curricular involvement, and financial need. Application can be obtained in the HS Guidance office. Application due to Guidance office --March

GEORGE AND HAZEL BARBER SCHOLARSHIP:

General Information

The George and Hazel Barber Scholarship has been established to:

  • Honor the memory of George and Hazel Barber
  • Recognize, support, and provide encouragement for capable students residing in Marion and MonroeCounties in Missouri, and PikeCounty in Illinois, to enroll in college.
  • Provide financial assistance from the George and Hazel Barber Scholarship fund.
  • Dollar amount not specified.

Conditions of the scholarship

  • The scholarship shall consist of equally distributed annual awards made to graduating high school seniors residing in Marion County, MO and Pike County, IL.
  • The scholarship award must be used in the academic year immediately following the students graduation from high school.
  • Payment of the scholarship award will be made directly to the student after verification of enrollment, confirmed by the college, to the chairman of the scholarship committee.
  • The first place scholarship award shall be renewable for the sophomore, junior and senior years if the initial recipient maintains a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better on a 4-point scale and continues to be recognized as a citizen of the college or university community. The annual scholarship award will be made in two equal payments.

Qualifications of applicant

  • Must be a graduating high school senior at the time of the initial application.
  • Must be a resident of Marion County, MO or Pike County, IL, at the time of the initial application.
  • Must have good moral character.
  • Must have an academic record sufficient to indicate probable success in a college program.
  • Must show a reasonable need for financial aid to complete a college program.

Formal application must include:

  • A completed George and Hazel Barber Scholarship Application form, signed by the applicant and parent or guardian, and notarized.
  • High School transcript which includes the seventh semester grades and the applicant’s class rank.
  • A family financial statement.
  • Personal evaluation of applicant by an appropriate school official.

Applications are available on the Monroe City High School Webpage.

Application due in Guidance Office – March

AGRICULTURE FUTURE OF AMERICA: One student from Monroe City High School will be selected to receive this scholarship, worth up to $1600.00 per semester. The AFA scholarship is designed for students pursuing a four-year degree in agriculture. The student may pursue a four-year degree through a community college where an associate degree will transfer into a four-year program. A major in agriculture includes many degree programs. For example, a conservation officer, landscape architect, and large animal veterinarian all qualify as nontraditional Ag careers. Winners are expected to attend the leadership seminar in the fall. The winner will be presented the award at the annual FFA Banquet. Apply at Deadline March

BILL MADDEN MEMORIAL BOOSTER CLUB SCHOLARSHIP:

General Information

The Bill Madden Memorial Scholarship has been established to:

  • Recognize and support athletes who participated and contributed to the MonroeCityHigh School athletic program
  • Provide financial assistance to students who show a reasonable need
  • Presentation of the award will be at the Spring Sports Banquet

Conditions of the Scholarship

  • Must be accepted by an accredited college, junior college, or technical school
  • Two scholarships in the amount of $500 each will be awarded to one boy and one girl. Payout will be made in two installments; September & January (Fall & Spring semesters)
  • The recipients will be selected by a panel consisting of Booster Club representatives
  • Applicants may be interviewed by the panel if need be
  • The applicants must fill out an application which can be obtained from the school web page

Qualifications for Applicants

  • Must be member of the senior class with a 2.5 cumulative GPA during high school
  • Must have lettered at least one year in one of the sports offered in the high school athletic program
  • Must have a good moral character and show financial need
  • Applicant must submit proof of enrollment to any Booster Club officer, prior to each payment. To remain eligible for the second installment, a 2.5 GPA must be maintained

Application due in Guidance Office – March

WHITETAILS UNLIMITED SCHOLARSHIP: A one-time $500 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors of MCHS planning on furthering their education in any two or four year accredited college or university, tech school or trade program. Preference will be given to students who enjoy hunting and/or are planning on majoring in Natural Resources, Animal Science, Ag, or other Conservation-related subject areas. Award presented at School Awards Assembly. Application due in Guidance Office – March

COMMUNITY TEACHERS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP: The Monroe City R-1 Community Teachers Association annually awards a scholarship to a student who is entering the field of education. The recipient is selected by the high school Awards Committee. This scholarship may be awarded to one or two students. The number and amount of the scholarship is determined by funds available each year, and is presented at the annual awards assembly. Applications are available on the Monroe City High School Webpage.