Once you're matched with your highest possible automatic award, you must meet requirements for renewal.
Competitive scholarships are awarded based on criteria of each scholarship. Funding may be limited for certain competitive scholarships, and some awards require additional application materials.
The application period for most competitive scholarships is October 1–March 1.
The Missouri Scholarship & Loan Foundation's Show-Me to College Scholarship is a private scholarship for students with a Student Aid Index of 12,000 or less, a GPA of 3.50 or higher, and a proven record of community service, extracurricular participation, and/or work experience.
The Purdy Emerging Leaders Scholarship Program is designed to provide scholarships to emerging leaders who are outstanding students and who need additional funding for higher education. Awarded to leaders on Missouri college campuses and/or in the community. Students must demonstrate leadership, character, and academic performance. This program is open to students who started higher education right after high school as well as adult learners who are now pursuing or returning to complete a degree.
The UMKC LGBTQIA Leadership Scholarship supports all students who are or will be enrolled in any degree program at UMKC. The scholarship seeks to award students who have demonstrated leadership or involvement toward the advancement of LGBTQIA inclusive excellence at UMKC or in their community.
In an emergency or crisis situation, UMKC aims to be a lifeline for its students in need. These resources can help students who have encountered unexpected financial obstacles to complete their academic requirements without major interruption.
Many scholarships are based on financial need. File your FAFSA by the February 1 priority deadline.
UMKC FAFSA Code: 002518
