Top 43 Kansas Scholarships in September 2024

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Updated: August 31st, 2024

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43 scholarships

Kansas Comprehensive Grant

Kansas Comprehensive Grant

Offered by Kansas Board of Regents

Multiple awards worth $100 - $10,000 Expected deadline April 2025 Grade Level College Students

Offered by Kansas Board of Regents

Are you a Kansas resident enrolled full-time at one of the eighteen private colleges and universities located in Kansas, the six state universities, or Washburn…Show More

Are you a Kansas resident enrolled full-time at one of the eighteen private colleges and universities located in Kansas, the six state universities, or Washburn…Show More

Are you a Kansas resident enrolled full-time at one of the eighteen private colleges and universities located in Kansas, the six state universities, or Washburn University? If so, consider applying for the Kansas Comprehensive Grant! Each year, the Grant awards between $200 and $10,000 each or between $100 and $4,000 each, respectively, to one to three students attending private or public post-secondary institutions in Kansas. To be considered, interested students must complete and submit the FAFSA. If you're a Kansas resident attending one of the eligible universities (all are listed under "Eligibility Information"), we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $100 - $10,000 Expected deadline April 2025 Grade Level College Students

Kansas State Scholarship

Kansas State Scholarship

Offered by The Kansas Board of Regents

Multiple awards worth up to $1,000 Expected deadline August 2025 Grade Level High School Senior

Offered by The Kansas Board of Regents

Are you a college-bound, Kansas high school graduate who completed the Kansas Scholars Curriculum and was designated as a Kansas State Scholar by the Kansas…Show More

Are you a college-bound, Kansas high school graduate who completed the Kansas Scholars Curriculum and was designated as a Kansas State Scholar by the Kansas…Show More

Are you a college-bound, Kansas high school graduate who completed the Kansas Scholars Curriculum and was designated as a Kansas State Scholar by the Kansas Board of Regents? If so, you may be eligible for the Kansas State Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards up to $1,000 annually to multiple academically excellent Kansas high school graduates who demonstrate financial need. To be eligible, applicants must (1) take the ACT Assessment by December of their senior year, (2) complete the Kansas Scholars Curriculum (KSC) in high school, and (3) be designated as a Kansas State Scholar by the Kansas Board of Regents. In addition, they must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours per semester and have maintained a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth up to $1,000 Expected deadline August 2025 Grade Level High School Senior

$10,000 No Essay Scholarship

$10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Scholarships360

1 award worth $10,000 Deadline Jun 30, 2025 Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Scholarships360

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to students who get the most out of Scholarships360 scholarships and content. You will be a strong applicant if you apply to scholarships with the Scholarships360 platform. Finalists for this scholarship will be interviewed about their process for funding their education.Show Less

1 award worth $10,000 Deadline Jun 30, 2025 Grade Level All Grade Levels

Niche $25,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

Niche $25,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Niche

1 award worth $25,000 Deadline Sep 30, 2024 Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Niche

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

1 award worth $25,000 Deadline Sep 30, 2024 Grade Level All Grade Levels

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Kenneth Tiede Memorial Scholarship

Offered by National Federation of the Blind of Kansas

1 award worth up to $2,500 Deadline Sep 30, 2024 Grade Level High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students

Offered by National Federation of the Blind of Kansas

The Kenneth Tiede Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance for college to blind students in Kansas.

The Kenneth Tiede Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance for college to blind students in Kansas.

The Kenneth Tiede Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance for college to blind students in Kansas.

1 award worth up to $2,500 Deadline Sep 30, 2024 Grade Level High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students

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$2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Sallie Mae

1 award worth $2,000 Deadline Sep 30, 2024 Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Offered by Sallie Mae

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

1 award worth $2,000 Deadline Sep 30, 2024 Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

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BNSF Railway Company Collegiate Scholarship

Offered by National FFA Organization

10 awards worth up to $5,000 Deadline Jan 9, 2025 Grade Level HS Seniors, College Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

Offered by National FFA Organization

The BNSF Railway Company Collegiate Scholarship is open to FFA members who are graduating seniors or college students from California, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana,…Show More

The BNSF Railway Company Collegiate Scholarship is open to FFA members who are graduating seniors or college students from California, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana,…Show More

The BNSF Railway Company Collegiate Scholarship is open to FFA members who are graduating seniors or college students from California, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Texas. Members pursuing a certificate or degree in an area of the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) career pathways are encouraged to apply.Show Less

10 awards worth up to $5,000 Deadline Jan 9, 2025 Grade Level HS Seniors, College Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

BigFuture $40k Essay-Free Scholarship

BigFuture $40k Essay-Free Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by The College Board

1 award worth $40,000 Deadline Oct 31, 2024 Grade Level High School Senior

Offered by The College Board

Open to US-Based high school students in the class of 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

Open to US-Based high school students in the class of 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

Open to US-Based high school students in the class of 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

1 award worth $40,000 Deadline Oct 31, 2024 Grade Level High School Senior

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Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship

Offered by Jimmy Rane Foundation

50 awards worth $500 - $5,000 Deadline Feb 6, 2025 Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

Offered by Jimmy Rane Foundation

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship is available to students who exhibit academic excellence, leadership skills, and community involvement and have a demonstrated financial need. Residents…Show More

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship is available to students who exhibit academic excellence, leadership skills, and community involvement and have a demonstrated financial need. Residents…Show More

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship is available to students who exhibit academic excellence, leadership skills, and community involvement and have a demonstrated financial need. Residents of Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, or West Virginia are welcome to apply. Great Southern Wood Preserving, Incorporated employees, its parent, affiliates, subsidiaries, and their immediate family members and/or those living in the same household are not eligible to apply. Students who have or plan to participate in intercollegiate athletics through an athletic scholarship are not eligible to apply.Show Less

50 awards worth $500 - $5,000 Deadline Feb 6, 2025 Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

Ted and Nora Anderson Scholarships

Ted and Nora Anderson Scholarships

Offered by American Legion Department of Kansas

Multiple awards worth $500 Deadline Feb 15, 2025 Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

Offered by American Legion Department of Kansas

The Ted and Nora Anderson Scholarships are a fantastic opportunity for American Legion Department of Kansas members and their children in Kansas to receive financial…Show More

The Ted and Nora Anderson Scholarships are a fantastic opportunity for American Legion Department of Kansas members and their children in Kansas to receive financial…Show More

The Ted and Nora Anderson Scholarships are a fantastic opportunity for American Legion Department of Kansas members and their children in Kansas to receive financial assistance for their in-state education. Applicants whose parents' membership was paid up in The American Legion and/or Auxiliary in the year of death are also eligible. Applicants must submit proof of enrollment at the start of each semester, three letters of recommendation, and their parents' papers which show the date of entry and release from active duty. The applicant's major field of study and the benefits provided to society will be considered in the final selection. If you're eligible, don't miss out on this opportunity to earn funding for your post-secondary education.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $500 Deadline Feb 15, 2025 Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

$10,000 CollegeXpress Scholarship

$10,000 CollegeXpress Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by CollegeXpress

1 award worth $10,000 Deadline May 1, 2025 Grade Level High School Students

Offered by CollegeXpress

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

1 award worth $10,000 Deadline May 1, 2025 Grade Level High School Students

Albert M. Lappin Scholarship

Albert M. Lappin Scholarship

Offered by American Legion Department of Kansas

1 award worth $1,000 Deadline Feb 15, 2025 Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

Offered by American Legion Department of Kansas

The Albert M. Lappin Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for children of Kansas American Legion members or its auxiliary. If your parent's membership has been…Show More

The Albert M. Lappin Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for children of Kansas American Legion members or its auxiliary. If your parent's membership has been…Show More

The Albert M. Lappin Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for children of Kansas American Legion members or its auxiliary. If your parent's membership has been active for the past three years, or if they are a deceased member whose dues were paid at the time of death, you're eligible to apply. Applicants must be the child of a veteran, and be a high school senior or college freshman/sophomore who plans to use the award at a Kansas college, university, or trade school. Don't miss out on this chance to further your education and honor your family's service.Show Less

1 award worth $1,000 Deadline Feb 15, 2025 Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

Hugh A. Smith Scholarship Fund

Hugh A. Smith Scholarship Fund

Offered by American Legion Department of Kansas

Multiple awards worth $500 Deadline Feb 15, 2025 Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

Offered by American Legion Department of Kansas

The Hugh A. Smith Scholarship Fund is a fantastic opportunity for students in Kansas who are looking for financial assistance to pursue their education. This…Show More

The Hugh A. Smith Scholarship Fund is a fantastic opportunity for students in Kansas who are looking for financial assistance to pursue their education. This…Show More

The Hugh A. Smith Scholarship Fund is a fantastic opportunity for students in Kansas who are looking for financial assistance to pursue their education. This scholarship is open to high school seniors, college freshmen, and sophomores who are enrolled or intend to enroll in an approved junior college, college, university, or trade school located in the state of Kansas. The applicant must be the son or daughter of a veteran who has been a member of The Kansas American Legion and/or Kansas American Legion Auxiliary for the past three (3) consecutive years. The children of a deceased member whose membership was paid up in The American Legion and/or Auxiliary in the year of death are also eligible. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a teacher, a high school transcript, their latest 1040 income statement of supporting parent(s), and a recent picture for publicity purposes only. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $500 Deadline Feb 15, 2025 Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

$1,000 Appily Easy College Money Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Appily

Monthly awards worth $1,000 Deadline Sep 30, 2024 Grade Level High School Students & College Underclassmen

Offered by Appily

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be awarded each month.Show Less

Monthly awards worth $1,000 Deadline Sep 30, 2024 Grade Level High School Students & College Underclassmen

Rosedale Post 346 Scholarship

Rosedale Post 346 Scholarship

Offered by American Legion Department of Kansas

2 awards worth $1,500 Deadline Feb 15, 2025 Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

Offered by American Legion Department of Kansas

The Rosedale Post 346 Scholarship annually awards $1,500 to two college-bound high school seniors or college underclassmen who are the child of a veteran who…Show More

The Rosedale Post 346 Scholarship annually awards $1,500 to two college-bound high school seniors or college underclassmen who are the child of a veteran who…Show More

The Rosedale Post 346 Scholarship annually awards $1,500 to two college-bound high school seniors or college underclassmen who are the child of a veteran who has been a member of The Kansas American Legion or its Auxiliary for the past three years. The children of deceased members in either organization are also eligible if the parent’s dues were paid up at the time of death. If you’re a graduating senior, college freshman, or college sophomore who is the child of an American Legion member, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

2 awards worth $1,500 Deadline Feb 15, 2025 Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

Charles W. and Annette Hill Scholarship

Charles W. and Annette Hill Scholarship

Offered by American Legion Department of Kansas

1 award worth $1,000 Deadline Feb 15, 2025 Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

Offered by American Legion Department of Kansas

The Charles W. and Annette Hill Scholarship annually awards $1,000 to a college-bound high school senior or college underclassman who is the descendent of a…Show More

The Charles W. and Annette Hill Scholarship annually awards $1,000 to a college-bound high school senior or college underclassman who is the descendent of a…Show More

The Charles W. and Annette Hill Scholarship annually awards $1,000 to a college-bound high school senior or college underclassman who is the descendent of a member of the American Legion. While preference will be given to those applicants desiring to engage in the Fields of Science, Engineering, or Business Administration, individuals pursuing any field of study may apply. If you're a graduating senior, college freshman, or college sophomore who is the descendant of an American Legion member, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

1 award worth $1,000 Deadline Feb 15, 2025 Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Bold.org

1 award worth $25,000 Deadline Oct 1, 2024 Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Bold.org

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

1 award worth $25,000 Deadline Oct 1, 2024 Grade Level All Grade Levels

Marsha’s Angels Scholarship Fund

Marsha’s Angels Scholarship Fund

Offered by Marsha's Angels Scholarship Fund

Multiple awards worth $2,000 Expected deadline June 2025 Grade Level College Students

Offered by Marsha's Angels Scholarship Fund

Introducing the Marsha's Angels Scholarship Fund, a tribute to Marsha Yarnell's 30+ years of nursing. The scholarship amount varies based on available funds, each year.…Show More

Introducing the Marsha's Angels Scholarship Fund, a tribute to Marsha Yarnell's 30+ years of nursing. The scholarship amount varies based on available funds, each year.…Show More

Introducing the Marsha's Angels Scholarship Fund, a tribute to Marsha Yarnell's 30+ years of nursing. The scholarship amount varies based on available funds, each year. To qualify, students must have completed all prerequisites and be ready to enter the first year of a two-year nursing program or have completed the first two years of a four-year BSN program. Sedgwick County, Kansas residents and those in surrounding counties can use the scholarship to attend any accredited nursing program in the US. Non-local applicants must attend an accredited nursing program in Sedgwick County or a surrounding county, or attend St. Luke's College of Health Sciences in Kansas City, Missouri, Marsha's alma mater. Apply now to honor Marsha's legacy and pursue your nursing dreams.Show Less

Multiple awards worth $2,000 Expected deadline June 2025 Grade Level College Students

Kansas Teacher Service Scholarship

Kansas Teacher Service Scholarship

Offered by The Kansas Board of Regents

Multiple awards worth up to $5,830 Expected deadline June 2025 Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by The Kansas Board of Regents

Are you a current or aspiring teacher planning to teach in Kansas for at least a year? If so, you might be interested in applying…Show More

Are you a current or aspiring teacher planning to teach in Kansas for at least a year? If so, you might be interested in applying…Show More

Are you a current or aspiring teacher planning to teach in Kansas for at least a year? If so, you might be interested in applying for the Kansas Teacher Service Scholarship! The scholarship is open to students pursuing bachelor's degrees in teaching, as well as current teachers and graduate students pursuing an endorsement in hard-to-fill disciplines or planning to teach in underserved areas. Applicants must also be willing to teach in Kansas for at least one year. The Kansas Board of Regents, a governing board, offers the scholarship program. They are responsible for the state's educational institutions and are dedicated to supporting the well-being of Kansas' public higher education institutions, the students who attend them, and Kansas citizens. Every year, they are proud to offer up to $5,830 to eligible recipients for their educational costs. If you are passionate about teaching and doing so in Kansas, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Multiple awards worth up to $5,830 Expected deadline June 2025 Grade Level College & Graduate Students

KAB Broadcast Scholarship Program

KAB Broadcast Scholarship Program

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Kansas Association of Broadcasters

Multiple awards worth up to $20,000 Expected deadline May 2025 Grade Level College Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors

Offered by Kansas Association of Broadcasters

Are you a Kansas resident attending or planning to attend (next fall semester) an in-state, post-secondary institution to pursue a broadcast or related curriculum? If…Show More

Are you a Kansas resident attending or planning to attend (next fall semester) an in-state, post-secondary institution to pursue a broadcast or related curriculum? If…Show More

Are you a Kansas resident attending or planning to attend (next fall semester) an in-state, post-secondary institution to pursue a broadcast or related curriculum? If so, you may be eligible for the KAB Broadcast Scholarship Program! Each year, the program awards up to $20,000 to multiple Kansas post-secondary students. To be eligible, applicants must be juniors or above at a four-year college, or sophomores at a two-year college. In addition, they must have maintained a minimum 2.5 GPA and be enrolled in at least 12 hours each semester the scholarship is in effect. If you're a Kansas resident passionate about and pursuing a course of study in broadcasting or a related curriculum, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Multiple awards worth up to $20,000 Expected deadline May 2025 Grade Level College Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors

How to win Kansas scholarships

Kansas is a diverse state ranging from farmland to bustling cities and prairies to flowing rivers. It’s no wonder you are curious how to win Kansas scholarships! The key to winning Kansas scholarships is to be uniquely and transparently you! This means searching for scholarships that align with your passions and career goals. Once you find these scholarships, you should then respond to scholarship essay questions by detailing how the state of Kansas ignited your personal passion.

For example, if you grew up near a farm in Kansas and learned firsthand about various crops and how to make them grow properly, it may be no surprise that you want to study agriculture in college. So, in your agriculture scholarship application, explicitly highlight how much your location in Kansas helped you realize that you wanted to pursue a career in agriculture.

Connecting your uniqueness to the uniqueness of Kansas will make you stand out in Kansas scholarship applications. Doing so may just help you win Kansas scholarships and live out your career goals and dreams in the Sunflower state.

Writing resources for writing Kansas scholarship essays

In order to write a strong Kansas scholarship essay, you will need to review how to start a scholarship essay and how to end a scholarship essay. Additionally, looking over some Scholarships360 guides on common scholarship essay prompts and how to write an essay about yourself can ensure you are prepared for any essay a Kansas scholarship may require you to write. Lastly, review the ultimate guide to finding and winning scholarships to make sure you are prepared to win Kansas scholarships!

Kansas college loan debt snapshot

According to the Department of Education, Kansas residents owe $12.5 billion in federal student loan debt, with student borrowers owing $32,578 on average – remember this is just in federal loans, these numbers don’t also include private loans! Additionally, 52.6% of student loan borrowers in Kansas are under the age of 35.

As you are starting your higher education journey, remember that scholarships allow students to take less loans. Make sure that you apply to as many as you qualify for. Keep on reading to learn more about merit scholarships from colleges in Kansas scholarships, as well as Kansas scholarships!

Merit scholarships at Kansas colleges and universities

University of Kansas

Kansas State University

Baker University

Benedictine College

McPherson College

Wichita State University

Consider in-state tuition and tuition reciprocity

In-state tuition allows residents of a state to receive cheaper tuition for a college or university in their own state. Additionally, many universities and colleges reserve scholarships and financial aid for in-state students, which helps reduce the cost of attending college for those who live there.

Here are a few well-known Kansas universities and their in-state vs out-of-state tuition costs:

University of Kansas

Kansas State University

How do you get in-state tuition?

Being a Kansas resident significantly reduces the cost of tuition for Kansas universities and colleges. In order to become a Kansas resident for tuition purposes, you will need to have a continuous physical presence in Kansas for at least 365 days prior to the first day of classes for which you are applying for residency. During these 365 days, you will need to receive income and financial support from Kansas sources. Additionally, you will need to show intent to remain in Kansas indefinitely. Obtaining a Kansas driver’s license, voter registration in Kansas, car registration in Kansas, and owning a home in Kansas are all possible ways to show your intent. Lastly, you must prove that you are residing in Kansas for reasons other than educational purposes.

Does Kansas offer tuition reciprocity?

Yes, Kansas is a member of the Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP), which is a tuition reciprocity program. In this program, students from participating states are able to attend certain programs and colleges outside of their home state for a reduced cost. The states that participate in this program are Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wisconsin.

Kansas scholarship spotlight

Broadcast Scholarship Program

Kansas Ethnic Minority Scholarship