Scholarships

GEOGRAPHIC LIMITATIONS: Student in good standing to graduate as a high school senior from USD 327 – Ellsworth High School, or a freshman or sophomore in college that is a former graduate of USD 327 – Ellsworth High School.

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AMOUNT: Varies‍

CRITERIA:

• Current minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25. Preference for students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
• Must have an intended major in medical technology, pre-medicine, or biological sciences (preference being in that order).
• Demonstrated leadership qualities.
• Students enrolling part-time or full-time in post-secondary education are eligible to apply.
  
  

RENEWAL CRITERIA:

• This scholarship is not eligible for renewal.

GEOGRAPHIC LIMITATIONS: 

Current or former graduates of USD 327 – Ellsworth High School. 

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AMOUNT:

Varies

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CRITERIA:

• Must have a current minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Two letters of recommendation required (one from a civic leader or minister).
• Financial need is a consideration, including other scholarships which may have been awarded to the applicant.
• College students must be progressively working towards a degree.
• Equal consideration will be given to high school and college applicants regardless of career selection or course of study.
• Students enrolling part-time or full-time in post-secondary education are eligible to apply.
  
  

RENEWAL CRITERIA:

• This scholarship is not eligible for renewal.

GEOGRAPHIC LIMITATIONS: 
Student in good standing to graduate as a high school senior from USD 327 – Ellsworth High School, or former students of USD 327 – Ellsworth High School who graduated within the past four years and is currently pursuing post-secondary education according to the other set criteria.

AMOUNT:

1 award to a high school senior
1 award to a college student
Amount varies

CRITERIA:

• Applicants must be attending or accepted to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution as a full-time student.
• Current minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Preference for students who give excellent effort.
• Involvement in extracurricular activities throughout high school.
• Preference shall be given to students who have not received other major scholarships or need-based funding. A goal of this scholarship is to promote and encourage education for hard working students who may not qualify for other scholarship opportunities.

RENEWAL CRITERIA: 

• This scholarship is not eligible for renewal.

The Delmar Kohls Memorial Scholarship is given in honor of a building contractor who also valued education and lifelong learning. Delmar, his wife, and three children were all graduates of Ellsworth High School. The Delmar Kohls Memorial Scholarship is available to USD 327 – Ellsworth High School students who are planning to attend a technical college or community college. Preference will be given to students who plan to enroll in a construction science / building trade program.

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GEOGRAPHIC LIMITATIONS: Graduating seniors from USD 327 – Ellsworth High School. 

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AMOUNT: Varies

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CRITERIA:

• Must be planning to attend a 2-year or less program (accredited technical college or community college).
• Two letters of recommendation required (one non-school related)
• Preference will be given to students who plan to enroll in a building-trade / construction science program.
• Students enrolling part-time or full-time in post-secondary education are eligible to apply.
  
  

RENEWAL CRITERIA:

• This scholarship is not eligible for renewal.

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GEOGRAPHIC LIMITATIONS: Student must live in Wilson (zip code 67490) and be a senior in good standing to graduate from a Kansas accredited high school.

AMOUNT: Varies

CRITERIA:

• Must be ranked third or below in the student’s graduating class.
• Students enrolling part-time or full-time in post-secondary education are eligible to apply.

RENEWAL CRITERIA:

• This scholarship is not eligible for renewal.

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GEOGRAPHIC LIMITATIONS: Student must live in the Wilson area [would have attended Wilson High School (zip code 67490 or 67634)] and be a senior in good standing to graduate from a Kansas accredited high school.

AMOUNT: Varies

CRITERIA:

• Must complete an essay, “Why do you want to further your education?”
• Students enrolling part-time or full-time in post-secondary education are eligible to apply.

RENEWAL CRITERIA:

• This scholarship is not eligible for renewal.

GEOGRAPHIC LIMITATIONS: Student must live in the Wilson area [would have attended Wilson High School (zip code 67490 or 67634)] and be a senior in good standing to graduate from a Kansas accredited high school.

AMOUNT: Varies

RITERIA:

• Demonstrated scholastic ability.
• Demonstrated qualities of leadership and citizenship.
• Show financial need: the need of the student to finance a formal educational pursuit beyond graduation from high school from sources other than this memorial award, including the likelihood of such recipients being named or designated for other scholarships or awards.
• Must attend an accredited college or school of education beyond the high school level, providing not less than two (2) years of study toward a degree, or an accredited vocational/technical school providing a recognized course of training.
• Students enrolling part-time or full-time in post-secondary education are eligible to apply.

RENEWAL CRITERIA:

• This scholarship is not eligible for renewal.

EOGRAPHIC LIMITATIONS: Student in good standing to graduate as a high school senior from USD 327 – Ellsworth High School or a former graduate of USD 327 – Ellsworth High School.

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AMOUNT: Varies

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CRITERIA:

• Current minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Must have an intended major in meteorology or the medical field. (Preference will be given to applicants planning to major in meteorology.)
• Students enrolling part-time or full-time in post-secondary education are eligible to apply.

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RENEWAL CRITERIA:

• This scholarship is not eligible for renewal.

GEOGRAPHIC LIMITATIONS: 

Student in good standing to graduate as a high school senior from USD 327 – Ellsworth High School.

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AMOUNT: 2 awards – amount varies

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CRITERIA:

• Current minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Must have an intended major in a medical field. 
• Must plan to attend a two or four-year college or technical training program.
• Students enrolling part-time or full-time in post-secondary education are eligible to apply.

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RENEWAL CRITERIA:

• This scholarship is not eligible for renewal.

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Students who belong to Saint Wenceslaus Catholic Church can request an Access Code from the Parish Counsel or Smoky Hills Community Foundation to apply.

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GEOGRAPHIC LIMITATIONS: Any graduating senior or former graduate who would have otherwise attended Wilson High School, specifically those who reside in zip code 67490 or 67634.

AMOUNT: Varies

CRITERIA:

• Must be a member of Saint Wenceslaus Catholic Church and attends CCD and CYO.
• Preference will be given to graduating high school seniors.

RENEWAL CRITERIA:

• This scholarship is not eligible for renewal.