Ambassadors' Non-Traditional Student Scholarship

Deadline: Priority March 1st

Scholarships will be awarded to part- or full-time students who are 25 years of age or older.  Must have at least a 2.5 GPA, be degree-seeking, and able to show financial need. 

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280

Charlene McHugh Memorial P.E.O. Scholarship

Deadline: Priority March 1st

The FL Chapter of P.E.O. in St. Joseph has established this award to honor Charlene McHugh, who was a long-time music teacher at Humboldt School.  It is to be given to a female non-traditional student who can show financial need.  She must have completed at least 12 hours with a 3.0 GPA, and be majoring in education.  (Preference will be given to applicants who are majoring in music education.)

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280

Doris C. and Earle R. Dawson Scholarship

March 1st

A scholarship for non-traditional students with preference given to students continuing their education after raising children. Minimum GPA to qualify is 2.5 and financial need is a consideration.

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280

The Enright Family Scholarship

March 1st

The Enright Family Scholarship is awarded to full or part-time students who are 25 years or older.  Students must have at least a 2.5 GPA, be degree-seeking, and able to show financial need.

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280

Eugene and Peggy Juda Family Scholarship for Non-Traditional Students          Deadline: Priority March 1st

This scholarship is awarded to non-traditional students who are half-time or full-time, can show financial need, and have at least average grades. 

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280

Gina Welsch Compton Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: Priority March 1st

This scholarship will be awarded to a full-time student who has minor children at home and who maintains a 2.5 GPA.

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements and submit three letters of reference using the online reference request form.

Contact Information:  Foundations Office, 816/271-5647

Hiller Family Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: Priority March 1st

Non-Traditional students applying to college for the first time or who last attended college three or more years ago and have completed fewer than 30 credit hours.  Recipients must maintain at least 9 or more credit hours each semester.  A GPA of 2.5 is required to maintain the scholarship in the second semester and to qualify for renewal.  Students must submit a letter describing their educational goals and financial need. 

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280

Kelsey Brown Cooper Beshears Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: March 1st

This scholarship has been established in memory of Kelsey Brown Cooper Beshears, a well-known civil rights leader and a St. Joseph business woman.  This scholarship will be awarded to 2 Non-Traditional Students.  Students must maintain at least a GPA of 2.5.  Criteria is based on participation in community activities and financial need.  A designated selection committee will choose the recipients.  

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280

Lingle Family Scholarship

Deadline: Priority March 1st

The Lingle Family Scholarship assists women 25 years of age or older who are returning to school.  They must take at least six credit hours, be progressing toward a specific degree and demonstrate financial need.  

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280

Marguerite Ross Barnett Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: April 1st

State Aid Program

To be eligible for this program, the student must be enrolled part-time (6-11 credit hours), be employed and compensated for at least twenty (20) or more hours per week,  be making satisfactory academic progress and have financial need.  

Application Procedures:  Must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit any additional requested documentation to the Office of Financial Aid no later than April 1st.  Must complete an Employment Verification Form. 

Contact Information:  Office of Financial Aid  or online at www.dhe.mo.gov  

Mignon Deshon / Ambassadors' Scholarship

Deadline: Priority March 1st

This endowed scholarship will be given to a full-time, second semester freshman, 25 years of age or older, with a 3.5 GPA.  The recipient will receive the award each year as long as a 3.5 GPA is maintained.  

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280

Mildred Heim Gumm Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: Priority March 1st

The Mildred Heim Gumm Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a non-traditional student who has earned a minimum 2.75 GPA. The recipient must be at least 25 years of age, degree seeking, full or part-time, and in need of financial assistance.

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280

Juda Non-Traditional Student Book Fund     

Grants and loans will be awarded to those students who are in need of books for the current session.  These awards will be administered by the Coordinator of the Non-Traditional Student Center.   

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280

Rod & Anne Fletcher Single Parent Scholarship

Deadline: Priority March 1st

Available for full-time students who meet the following criteria: Candidates must be a single parent of a child/children under the age of 18 years and living in the same household, must have completed at least 30 credit hours, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above, financial need will be a consideration.  

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280

Wilfred H. & Mary Kisker Scholarship

Deadline: Priority March 1st

The family of Wilfred H. & Mary Kisker have established an endowed scholarship for a non-traditional, degree seeking student.  This individual must have completed at least 12 credit hours at Missouri Western with a GPA of 3.0 and demonstrated financial need.  

Application Procedures:  Complete the General Scholarship Application requirements.

Contact Information:  Non-Traditional Student Center, 816/271-4280