Scholarship Opportunties
This page will be updated as we receive new scholarship opportunities, so check back regularly for new opportunities.
Colleges/universities and other post-secondary programs also offer institutional aid. We encourage you to check their individual websites for those opportunities.
Scholarships on this page are divided into two categories:
- Local Scholarships (scholarships designated for students in Columbia, Boone County, or the state of Missouri)
- Local scholarships often have a smaller applicant pool and higher odds of being awarded a scholarship
- National Scholarships
Each category is organized chronologically by deadline. Scholarships with the closest deadline are listed at the top.
LOCAL (Columbia, Boone County, Missouri) Scholarships
Central Bank of Boone County Diversity Internship Program - LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP
Amount: up to $10,000 + paid internship
REQUIREMENTS:
1.Maintain satisfactory college academic progress and a grade point of average of 2.5 enrolled in college to retainthe scholarship.
2. Work a minimum of 15 hours per week at Central Bank of Boone County and maintain a commendable or above performance record while employed by the bank.
3. Be open-minded upon initial receipt of the scholarship as to employment upon college graduation with Central Bank of Boone County or within the Central Bancompany organization.
For more information or to apply contact Katelyn Conway at Katelyn.Conway@centralbank.net or by phone at 573-874-8563
Flourish Initiative Technical and Trade Scholarship
DUE: the 25th of each month, will review the 5th of the following month
Amount: TBD
Eligibility Requirements:
- Member of an underrepresented racial or ethnic marginalized community
- Pursuing a Trade/Technical/Certificate Program within 30-miles of Boone County
- Between the ages of 18-22 years old at the time of applying
- U.S. citizen by date of award
- First generation & non-traditional students are strongly encouraged to apply!
Jill Berni Scholarship
DUE: May 01, 2025
Amount: $2,500
This scholarship is for any senior high student who will undertake undergraduate study at a
vocational/technical institution, community college, college or university. The student must
pursue an education in culinary arts, dietetics, food service management, or hospitality.
Performance Eyecare Build Your Dream Scholarship
DUE: May 16, 2025
Amount: $7,500
Requirements:
GPA: NONE
Class Rank: NONE
Just be passionate about something!
Better Business Bureau Student of Ethics Award
DUE: May 30, 2025
Amount: $2,500
Recognizing high school students for exceptional ethics, leadership, service, and academic achievement
Boone County Bar Scholarship
DUE: June 10, 2025
Amount: $2,500
To be eligible for consideration for this scholarship, the student applying must:
1. Be a full-time resident of Boone County, Missouri.
2. Have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher.
3. Enroll as a full-time undergraduate student in an accredited college or university and begin in the fall.
4. Have shown interest in the legal profession or participated in law or public affairs activities.
National Scholarships
Student Scholarships
- No Essay Scholarships
- Scholarships for High Seniors
- Left Handed Scholarships
Or browse the full list of scholarships availble! The list of scholarships is updated on a regular basis, so be sure to check it frequently!
Skechers Foundation Scholarships
DUE: Apr. 30, 2025
Amount: $5,000
· SKECHERS Financial Hardship Scholarship
o Eligibility: Open to high school seniors who have a minimum 3.0 GPA and are U.S. citizens. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
o Number of winners: 10
· SKECHERS Academic Excellence Scholarship
o Eligibility: Open to high school seniors who have a minimum 3.0 GPA and are U.S. citizens.
o Number of winners: 10
· SKECHERS Promising Leaders Scholarship
o Eligibility: Open to high school seniors who have a minimum 3.0 GPA and are U.S. citizens. Applicants must have a track record of leadership in their community or school.
o Number of winners: 10
· SKECHERS Athletic Performance Scholarship
o Eligibility: Open to high school seniors who have a minimum 3.0 GPA and are U.S. citizens. Students must have played a sport in high school and plan on participating in that sport in college.
o Number of winners: 10
MW Legacy Scholarship
DUE: Jun. 30, 2025
Amount: up to $5,000 per recipient
The Legacy Scholarship is established in honor of Richard Boyd Jr., the son of former Millstone Weber employee Richard Boyd Sr. Tragically, Richard Boyd Jr. was killed in a hit-and-run accident at the age of 19, just as he was beginning his career in construction alongside his father. The Legacy Scholarship aims to address the barriers faced by minority groups and economically disadvantaged individuals in their pursuit of career opportunities within the fields of STEM, construction, and professional services.