University and State-Sponsored Scholarships

AMERICAN DREAM GRANT

For first-time freshmen only; limited funds available

Through the American Dream Grant, Northwest will fill the gap between the cost of tuition, room and board, primary textbooks and the use of a computer for qualifying students so that the maximum annual payment the student will need to make during their first two years at Northwest will be no more than $2,500 annually (combined fall and spring terms). To qualify, students must be accepted to Northwest as a first-time freshman, complete the FAFSA application and all verification documents by the April 1 priority date and have an EFC (Expected Family Contribution) of 2000 or less (dependent or independent students) as determined by FAFSA. The student also must apply for all federal, state, institutional and athletic scholarships or grants that he or she might be eligible. After all resources are combined together, American Dream funds will be used to fill any remaining gap down to $2,500, the maximum contribution required of the student. All federal and state awarding guidelines will be followed.

Award Award: Varies. Cost of tuition, room/board, textbooks and computer usage fees, (standard double occupancy and standard aladine meal plan) minus all federal, state, institutional funds and $2,500 (combined fall and spring terms) maximum student contribution. Awards are for fall and spring trimesters only and maximum number awarded are subject to available funding. Student must live on campus to receive assistance for room and board.

BRIGHT FLIGHT

Effective for the 2010-2011 school year

The top 3% percent Missouri Students with an ACT score of 31 or SAT scores of 790 on the math section and 800 on the critical reading section will qualify for an annual award of $3,000.

The top 4th and 5th percentile with an ACT score of 30 or SAT scores of 780 in math and 770 in the critical reading will qualify for an annual award of $1,000.

Actual award contingent on state appropriations allocated for the program during the 2010 legislative session.

Renewable with cumulative 2.50 GPA and completion of 24 credit hours per year. In addition to a $2000 Bright Flight, students receive a $2,500 Distinguished Scholar Scholarship which renews separately if specific renewal criteria are met. Eligible students are contacted by the Missouri Department of Higher Education.

Award Award: $2,000

ROBERT C. BYRD

Missouri resident who has scored in the top 10 percent of ACT test and ranked in the top 10 percent of graduating class. Must show outstanding academic achievement. Must file a statement of registration certifying that you are registered with selective services or that, for a specific reason, you are not required to be registered. Also must submit a completed application packet. Contact the Office of Scholarships & Financial Assistance 660.562.1363, for application or go to the web site.

Award Award: $1,500 per year for the first four years
Deadline: April 15

MARGUERITE ROSS BARNETT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Missouri resident 18 years of age or older, enrolled at least half-time, but less than full-time. Be employed and compensated for at least 20 hours of work per week. Demonstrate financial need as determined by FAFSA prior to scholarship Deadline. Contact Office of Scholarships & Financial Assistance (660)562-1363 for application or go to the DHE Web site.

Award Award: Maximum annual Award is the least of: actual tuition charged at the school where you are enrolled or your demonstrated need.
Deadline: April 1

MISSOURI MINORITY TEACHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to an incoming freshman who is majoring in either math education or science education. Applicant must be a minority student (African American, Asian American, Hispanic American or Native American). Applicants must be admitted to the university and rank in the top 25 percent of their high school class or score at or above 75 percent on the ACT or SAT. Request application from your counselor or the Office of Scholarships & Financial Assistance 660.562.1363 in December or January or go to the web site.

Award Award: $3,000 per year for up to four years
Deadline: Set each year by the State Department.

MISSOURI RETURNING HEROES' EDUCATION ACT

Northwest Missouri State University is a participant of the Missouri Returning Heroes' Education Act program. The Heroes' Act limits tuition and fees charged to combat veterans to fifty ($50.00) per credit hour, for any program leading to a certificate of Bachelor's degree. A "combat veteran" is any person who served in armed combat after September 11, 2001, who was a Missouri resident when first entering the military and who was discharged from military service under honorable conditions.

To initiate the process, a veteran must complete the form (each year) on our website http://www.nwmissouri.edu/FinAid/Forms.htm and return it with a copy of his or her DD-214 (initial application only) to:

Northwest Missouri State University
Attention: Financial Assistance Office
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468

The Financial Assistance Office will evaluate eligibility for the Heroes' Act after this form and the DD-214 are received. Veterans must maintain a 2.50 cumulative GPA in order to maintain eligibility for additional semesters.

MISSOURI SAVING FOR TUITION (MOST)

Beginning with the 2008-2009 academic year, Northwest Missouri State University will begin offering a $500 Scholarship to first time freshmen students whose families have established an account in the student's name in the Missouri Saving for Tuition (MOST) Program. Twenty-five non-renewable scholarships will be provided. Families will be responsible for providing documentation of at least two years participation in the MOST Program by submitting a statement from MOST indicating an active account for the student. This documentation, including the student's Northwest ID number, must be postmarked no later than March 1st. Recipient selection will be based on need, as determined by the results of the FAFSA.

Documentation should be sent to:

The Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468

Or faxed to: 660.562.1674

NATIONAL GUARD

The purpose of this Award is to encourage the students to serve their country through the National Guard and at the same time, continue their education at Northwest. Students must provide a letter of good standing from their commanding officer as proof of eligibility, maintain a 2.50 GPA and be enrolled on a full-time basis (12 hours or more per trimester) to receive their scholarship. Contact Office of Scholarships & Financial Assistance 660.562.1363.

Award Award: Those students residing in residence halls will receive $700 per year, while those residing off-campus will receive $475 per year.
Deadline: None

ROTC-CAMPUS-BASED ARMY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Two- and three-year scholarships available each year to qualified students who are enrolled or will enroll in the Army ROTC Program.

Provided: Payment of all tuition, fees as they relate to major and monthly tax-free stipend of $200 for up to 10 months per year for duration of the scholarship. To apply, contact Military Science Department, attention: Lt. Smiley 816.271.4541 or csmiley@missouriwestern.edu

For more information, visit our web site at http://www.nwmissouri.edu/dept/nwrotc or contact Campus Faculty Liaison, Dr. Mark Corson 660.562.1672 or mcorson@nwmissouri.edu

ROTC-NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 4-YEAR AND 3-YEAR ADVANCE DESIGNEE

Includes payment of full tuition, lab and activity fees as they relate to the students' major, plus $200 per month tax-free stipend for up to 10 months per school year for the duration of the scholarship. Includes $225 each semester for books.

Qualifications: Minimum ACT of 19, cumulative GPA of 2.50, medically qualified and a U.S. citizen (FAFSA not required). For more information, visit our web site at http://www.nwmissouri.edu/dept/nwrotc or call Military Science Department 800.647.2881.