Thank you for your interest in the Scott Richards Scholarship Trust.

Scott Richards lived most of his life in the state of Kansas. He loved his country, his state, and his family. While he did not have the opportunity for formal education, he knew that education is a valuable asset for everyone. He will be pleased to help deserving students reach their potential. This scholarship is given in memory of a great father.

Welcome

Eligibility

To be eligible for this award, you must:

  • Reside in Kansas and are currently attending or graduated from a Kansas high school.
  • Be a high school senior (graduating spring 2025), college freshman, sophomore or junior, who will enroll in the fall 2025 semester in a public Kansas university or college or accredited Kansas vocational/trade school.
  • Have a 3.0 or higher grade point average.
  • Have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of less than $3,800 on the Student Aid Report (SAR) of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

(or)

  • Be a direct descendant of Scott Richards.
  • Be currently a high school senior (graduating spring 2025), college freshman, sophomore, or junior and will enroll in an accredited university or college for the fall 2025 semester.
  • Have a 3.0 or higher grade point average.

Click on the Apply link or begin your application here. Information is automatically saved as you move from one page to the next. You may exit at any time by clicking on the SAVE AND CONTINUE LATER button, which generates a unique link for you to use to return to your application. In order to submit your application for consideration, you must click on the Submit button on the last page for your application. You will no longer be able to make changes after you click on the Submit button.

How to Apply

NOTE: The application period for 2025 will begin on February 1, 2025.

To complete this application:

  • Complete all the required fields on the Scholarship Application form.
  • Upload all required documents.
  • Click on the Submit button at the end of the form.

Application Deadline

DEADLINE: APRIL 30, 2025 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time Zone

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