PLEASE NOTE: Not all scholarships listed are for the current year.

• Scholarships with future deadlines are active.

• Scholarships with past deadlines are from previous years and may be offered again. These are kept posted so you can plan ahead.

Click the scholarship title to view the application or visit the website for more details. Scholarships are organized by month due, so check upcoming months and check back often. Local scholarships are usually added 2–3 months before they are due.

Most applications can be typed directly on the form. Adobe Acrobat is recommended, and there is an iPad app that allows you to save your work.

If you have questions, stop by the Counseling Office.

Counselors:

• Mrs. Julie Weishaar (A–K)

• Mrs. Rachel Schlesener (L–Z)

Abilene Public Schools Endowment Association: The Abilene Public Schools Endowment Association is a non-profit organization that develops private funds to enhance learning opportunities for USD 435 students. This gives the community a way to support education by offering a variety of scholarships. All of the scholarships open on February 1 and close April 15.

PLEASE NOTE: Applications must be completed online. If students change colleges between the time of the application and when they go to college, contact Amanda Cornell, USD 435 Board Clerk, 785-263-2630 or acornell@abileneschools.org.

The Jeffcoat Memorial Dual Credit College Scholarship Program:This scholarship is for high school students who would like to take college courses during their high school years at AHS. The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage students who need financial assistance to enroll in dual credit college classes.

CareerOneStop Scholarship Finder: This search tool is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor and allows students to filter through thousands of awards, fellowships, and grants. It narrows down hyper-local financial aid opportunities that face less national competition. Students can quickly customize their search by grade level, area of study, and local affiliations to find tailored funding.

Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR): Offers over 20 state-funded scholarships and grants designed specifically for Kansas students, including high-demand programs. Students create an account and submit their details through the State Student Aid Application System.

Kansas Promise Scholarship | KACCT: The Kansas Promise Act Scholarship helps students graduate debt-free in high-demand career fields by covering remaining college expenses. This state-funded program pays for tuition, mandatory fees, books, and required materials for eligible certificate or two-year associate degree programs. It applies to participating community colleges and technical schools across Kansas.

It is a first-come, first-serve scholarship with no deadline.  

Kansas ScholarShop: Explore Millions of Scholarships with Kansas ScholarShop! The Office of the Kansas State Treasurer has partnered with Sallie Mae to bring you Kansas ScholarShop. This free tool gives Kansas students access to a massive national database featuring millions of scholarships worth billions of dollars. By creating a quick, free profile, students will automatically be matched with scholarships that fit your unique skills, interests, and background.