Scholarships

As we receive Scholarships for the 2024-2025 school year, we will add them here. If you have a scholarship you would like us to post please email Sarah Broadaway

Waynesville-St. Robert Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors Club $250 Community Minded Ambassadorial Scholarship

Application

Eligibility Requirements:

Be a senior at Waynesville High School, Maranatha Baptist Academy, Westsude Christian Academy, or a Homeschooler who resides in the Waynesville R-IV School District Area
Submit the completed scholarship application to the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber office in person, by mail, or by email chamber@wsrchamber.com, located at 137 St. Robert Blvd., Ste. B, St. Robert, MO, 65584, before the April 2, 2025 deadline.
Include a letter of recommendation from one if his/her academic professionals and one other non-family who may know his/her community involvement.
Include a 250-word essay expressing his/her opportunities to give back to a local community and why this scholarship is important to you.
Chamber Board of Directors, Chamber Staff, and Ambassador Club family members are not eligible for the community Minded Ambassadorial Scholarship.

Pulaski County Board of Realtors, Joe Miller Scholarship

Application

Essay Requirements

Please choose one topic below and create an essay, between 300 and 500 words:

*What are the top 3 things you love about the Pulaski County area?

*What programs are you involved with that improve your community?

Application Requirements:

This is a one-time scholarship payment for $250, sent directly to the college attending. Money is to be used towards tuition, books, or housing but may not be used for any other purposes including but not limited to food or meal plans, travel or transportation related, etc. The scholarship money may only be used for the enrolled semesters and no money should be returned to the student if they drop or suspend schooling.Must be a senior in the School Districts within Pulaski County to include Plato School District Must be enrolled or enrolling in a University, Trade school, or Certification program.

Rotary Club Of Pulaski County Scholarship

Application

The Rotary Club of Pulaski County is an organization of like-minded citizens to promote and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, to encourage and foster:

1. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;

2. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;

3. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business,

and community life;

4. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace

through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.

To apply a person must fill out the attached application form.

Eligibility Graduating Pulaski County Senior enrolled as a full-time student, in a Technical or Trade School or a Two or Four year Undergraduate program.

Two letters of recommendation are required.

Compose an Essay consisting of at least 500 words explaining your understanding of how the Rotary 4-Way Test can be applied to and enhance your chosen career. Please type, using double spacing, cover page, index and footnotes, if applicable.

The 4-Way Test considers the following questions in respect to the things we think, say or do:

Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

Beth Deering Memorial Scholarship through the Waynesville R-VI Foundation

The Waynesville R-VI School District Foundation will award one $500 Beth Deering Memorial Scholarship to a Waynesville High School graduating senior to attend college and/or trade school with a preference for those who are enrolled in marketing and/or DECA. This is a one-time scholarship and is non-renewable.

Additional criteria: GPA of 3.2 or above, 95% attendance rate or higher during senior year and have financial need.

The applications is at https://forms.gle/YLneR5d7faUU3MDB8

RootEd Undergraduate Scholarship

Application

The rootEd Undergraduate Scholarship is a renewable scholarship awarded to graduates of eligible high schools in Missouri and Idaho. It is a need-based award of up to $12,000 per academic year and is renewable through graduation or a maximum of 10 semesters, provided the student continues to meet eligibility and selection criteria.

To be eligible to be considered for this scholarship you must:

• Be a graduating high school senior, from an eligible high school, planning to enter college as an incoming freshman in the 2025-2026 academic year.

• Plan to enroll in a bachelor’s degree-granting program at an accredited, nonprofit college or university

• Have earned a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average while in high school

• Demonstrate financial need, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or similar need calculations. Applicants with a Student Aid Index (SAI) over $17,500 must have significant and extenuating circumstances to be considered.

All fields of study, except the ministry and divinity degrees, are eligible for funding.

The rootEd Undergraduate Scholarship is administered by The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis. To be considered, completed applications and all required supporting documents must be submitted by the application deadline. It is the applicant’s responsibility to make sure that ALL required documents have been submitted by the deadline. The Scholarship Foundation may not be able to notify the applicant of missing documents prior to the deadline.

Students who are selected to receive the rootEd Undergraduate Scholarship may also be given an opportunity to accept or decline an interest-free loan or other grants through The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis.

Awards will be announced in June.

The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis

6825 Clayton Ave, Suite 100, St. Louis, MO 63139

(314) 725-7990

info@sfstl.org

Waynesville Rural Fire Protective Association Scholarship

Application

Essay (800 words) -What are some of the things you have done within your community, and how will your future education allow you to help make a difference in the community?

The Waynesville Rural Fire Protective Association will award One (1) Scholarship in the amount of $750. This will be awarded to one individual student of the Waynesville School District, or within the Waynesville Fire Protective Districts Fire coverage area to be eligible. If not a Waynesville High School student, or if student is home schooled, you must live within the Waynesville Fire Protective Districts fire coverage area. Students must be entering an accredited college or institution to obtain a 2 year or 4-year degree or certificate program.

The application packets may either be mailed to: Waynesville Rural Fire Protection District, at 1501 Ousley Rd., Waynesville MO 65583 C/0 Waynesville Rural Memorial Scholarship Committee. They will also be picked up in your guidance office on April 15, 2025. Late packets will not be considered.

PLEASE MAIL PACKETS TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS, OR EMAIL THEM TO csanford@wrfpdmo.org

American Legion Rider Scholarship Program

Application Information and Directions

Application

The purpose of this program is to award 2 students, one male and one female, with a one-time scholarship, in the amount of $500 each, to aid in the finance of their college endeavor.

In order to be considered for this scholarship program, applicants

must be in their senior year,
have a GPA of 3.0 or higher,
and the criteria below must be met and submitted.
500 Word Essay
Once submitted, all information, documentation, application and essay will be reviewed by the scholarship committee. Winners will be contacted through information provided.

MISA SCHOLARSHIP 2025

$2,000 Scholarship
Parent(s) must have been active duty military as of December 31, 2024
Full-time student enrolled in a MISA District
3.0 GPA or higher
Must be entering the field of Education or a career that supports Education
Enrolled full-time in a college or university during Fall 2025
Can not receive a full scholarship or military academy appointment
DUE April 18, 2025
Submit the completed application to: misaschools25@gmail.com

Application: https://militaryimpactedschoolsassociation.org/Content/Media/File/MISA_Scholarship_Application_2024-25.pdf

Lillie Lois Ford Scholarship

Basis for Eligibility:

1. One boy who has attended a full session of Missouri Boys State or Missouri Cadet Patrol.

2. One girl who has attended a full session of Missouri Girls State or Missouri Cadet Patrol.

3. Must be the descendent* of a veteran having served 90 days on active duty in the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Space Force or Coast Guard of the United States, and having an honorable discharge. A copy of the veteran's discharge or separation notice must be submitted with application. The copy must show the date the veteran entered service and the date the veteran left service.

4. Be a resident of the state of Missouri.

5. An unmarried dependent under the age of 21.

6. Must be attending an accredited college / university as a full-time student.

7. Consideration for scholarship will be determined annually for high school graduates in NEED of financial aid to attend a college / university.

8. Scholarship must be used the first fall semester of a college / university following graduation from high school.

Application-2 pages

M.D. "Jack" Murphy Memorial Nurses Training Scholarship

Basis for Eligibility:

1. One applicant planning a career as a Registered Nurse. The scholarship must be used the first fall semester upon completion of high school.

2. Must be the descendent* of a veteran having served 90 days on active duty in the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard of the United States, and having an honorable discharge. A copy of the veteran's discharge or separation notice must be submitted with the application. The copy must show the date the veteran entered service and the date the veteran left service.

3. Be a resident of the state of Missouri.

4. Shall be an unmarried dependent under the age of 21.

5. Must be attending an accredited college / university as a full-time student.

6. Consideration for scholarship will be determined annually for high school graduates in NEED of financial aid to attend a college / university.

7. Applicant must graduate in the top 40% of his / her class.

8. A counselor's statement must be attached. The statement should be on school letterhead, attest to the student’s ability and desire to major in nursing, certify that the student is in the top 40% of their class, and be signed by the school counselor.

Application-2 pages

Shane Dean Voyles Memorial Scholarship

Basis for Eligibility:

1. Each High School in the state of Missouri may submit only one application for this award. Applicant must be selected by the faculty of the High School he/she is attending based on the individuals financial need, participation in athletics, participation in school activities/clubs, volunteer work, exceptional leadership qualities, high moral standards and extreme patriotism.

2. Recipient must be a full-time student in an accredited college or university in the state of Missouri.

3. Applicant must be a resident of the state of Missouri.

4. Must be attending an accredited college / university as a full-time student.

Application-2 pages

Joseph J. Frank Scholarship

Basis for Eligibility:

1. One boy who has attended a full session of Missouri Boys State or Missouri Cadet Patrol and one girl who has attended a full session of Missouri Girls State or Missouri Cadet Patrol.

2. Must be the descendent* of a veteran having served 90 days on active duty in the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Space Force, or Coast Guard of the United States, and having an honorable discharge. A copy of the veteran's discharge or separation notice must be submitted with the application. The copy must show the date the veteran entered service and the date the veteran left service.

3. Be a resident of the state of Missouri.

4. An unmarried dependent under the age of 21.

5. Must be attending an accredited college / university as a full-time student.

6. Consideration for scholarship will be determined annually for high school graduates in NEED of financial aid to attend a college / university.

7. Scholarship must be used the first fall semester of a college / university following graduation from high school.

Application-2 pages

Charles L. Bacon Memorial Scholarship

Basis for Eligibility:

1. Must be a member of The American Legion Family, i.e., Legion Member, Auxiliary Member, S.A.L. Member, or a descendant* of any member thereof.

2. Be a resident of the state of Missouri.

3. An unmarried dependent under the age of 21.

4. Must be attending an accredited college / university as a full-time student.

5. Consideration for scholarship will be determined annually for high school graduates in NEED of financial aid to attend a college / university.

6. Scholarship must be used the first fall semester of a college / university following graduation from high school.

Application-2 pages

Erman W. Taylor Memorial Scholarship

Basis for Eligibility:

1. Must be the descendent* of a veteran having served 90 days on active duty in the Army, Air Force, Space Force, Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard of the United States, and having an honorable discharge. A copy of the veteran's discharge or separation notice must be submitted with application. The copy must show the date the veteran entered service and the date the veteran left service

2. Be a resident of the state of Missouri.

3. Consideration for scholarship will be determined annually for high school graduates in NEED of financial aid to attend a college / university.

4. Student must be planning to major in education. A counselor’s statement must be attached. The counselor’s statement should be on school letterhead, attest to the student’s ability and desire to major in education or a related field, and must be signed by the school counselor.

5. Scholarship must be used the first fall semester of a college / university following graduation from high school.

Application-2 pages

Missouri Detachment, Sons of the American Legion Scholarship

Basis for Eligibility:

1. One student who is a member of the Sons of the American Legion or the Junior Auxiliary of the American Legion.

2. Must attach a copy of most recent High School transcript

3. Must attach an essay on the topic “What being a member of the American Legion Family Means to me.

4. Be a resident of the state of Missouri.

5. An unmarried dependent under the age of 21.

6. Must be attending an accredited college / university as a full-time student.

7. Consideration for scholarship will be determined annually for high school graduates in NEED of financial aid to attend a college / university.

8. Scholarship must be used the first fall semester of a college / university following graduation from high school.

Application

Website

Demi Strickland Memorial Art Scholarship

Eligibility and Application Process

The Demi Strickland Memorial Art Scholarship is open to Waynesville High School seniors or certified home-schooled seniors within the Waynesville R-VI School District. Applicants must demonstrate unique artistic talent and creativity.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be a high school senior, and eligible for graduation.

• There is no GPA requirement for this scholarship.

• All artwork submitted must be the applicant's original work.

• All artwork submitted must be newly created for this scholarship.

Information and Application

Barbara Gladwell Wilkins Scholarship for Future Educators

As tribute to Barbara Gladwell Wilkins, a past long-time resident and former teacher in the Waynesville R-VI School District, we would like to present five $1,000 scholarships to five high school seniors graduating in the class of 2025 from Waynesville High School.

Basis for Eligibility:

1. Must be a senior graduating from Waynesville High School in May 2025 and going into the field of education. Consideration will be allowed for 2025 students graduating early

2. Must submit a 7-10 minute video speech telling about yourself and what your future educational plans are (Hint…make sure your speech is focused on you and not your favorite person, place or thing.)

3. Email a link to your video to lepail679@hotmail.com and make sure you receive a confirmation of your submission

4. Make sure all of your contact information is attached, including your full name, age, email address and best phone number to reach you at

5. Videos are due between April 15-April 30, 2025 with the winners to be announced during Honors Night on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

6. Scholarships are paid directly to the school upon receipt of invoice from your college or university

All video submissions will be viewed by the members of the Barbara Wilkins Scholarship Committee and each member will individually pick their top five (5) submissions. The scores will be tallied and the five videos receiving the most votes will be chosen as the scholarship recipients.

So, get creative, be open and honest and let us know how you are choosing to move forward in this world.

Graceland University Scholarships

Prestigious Honors Scholarship: Available to incoming first-year or transfer students with a 3.5 or higher GPA. This is a full-tuition award that is renewable for up to four years! Applicants must attend a Prestigious Honors Day, apply to Graceland University for Fall 2025, and submit the Honors Program Application to be eligible.

Honors Scholarship: Students with a 3.25 or higher GPA can interview for the Honors Program. All students who are admitted into the Honors Program will receive this scholarship.

Waynesville Youth Football (WYF) and CheerScholarship

Application and Information

Waynesville Youth Football (WYF) offers scholarships to high school athletes who have previously participated in our program. Our scholarship program aims to support our youth in furthering their educational goals, acknowledging the physical, mental, and character-building benefits gained from participating in WYF.

The WYF Board will consider all completed applications received by the specified deadline. Scholarships awarded may be partial or full (up to $1,000), based on available funds and the number of applicants. Scholarships are awarded to previous WYF players or cheerleaders and are applicable for one year only. Applicants must reapply each year they seek assistance.

**Eligibility Requirements:**

- Athlete must be 17 years or older and reside within the Waynesville R-VI School District.

- Athlete must commit to attending a college or university of their choice.

- Application must be completed by the athlete and their parent, guardian, or head of household, with all requested information provided.

- Athlete must complete an essay (details below). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

**Deadline for Scholarship Requests:**

Applications must be submitted to WYF no later than May 1, 2025.

GRFD (Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty ) Minute Men Scholarship

Scholarship Form (scroll to bottom of page)

The GRFD scholarship provides full tuition and fees or room and board ($12,000 per year) for up to four years at a public or private school who hosts an Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program. This program provides well-trained officers to the Reserve Components and improves the total Army force.

• Currently in the Army Reserve or eligible to enlist (meaning test and physically qualified but not sworn in)
• U.S. Citizen or U.S. National
• Between the ages of 17-28; cannot turn 31 by 31 December of the year of commissioning
• Must be able to complete a valid Chapter 2 MEPS physical for enlistment
• Must be able to pass the Army Combat Fitness Test (required to sign contract and receive scholarship benefits)
• Must be in compliance with AR 600-9 body composition standards
• Official University/College acceptance letter
• Applicants require: 2.5 GPA, 4-year applicants must have an ACT/SAT
• Must be able to participate in Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP)
• Once commissioned applicants must complete an 8-year service obligation while actively drilling at a Unit

The applicant must be test/physically qualified – Qualified Not Enlisted (QNE) with MEPS. The applicant will not be required to swear-in until they have received a ROTC scholarship offer letter.

All nominees will be made aware that the scholarship they are accepting is a dedicated GRFD and CANNOT BE REVOKED to allow the applicant to compete for an active-duty commission.

All scholarship offers are subject to available funding.

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