Community Scholarships for WHS grads with some college credits

H.L Snyder Healthcare Foundation Scholarships

In 2002, the H.L. Snyder Medical Foundation established a scholarship fund to assist Winfield student residents who are seeking education in the medical and bio-medical fields. Students must be a resident of Winfield for the last 3 years or a graduate of Winfield High School-USD 465 and enrolled full time (12 hours or more) per semester in an accredited university or college program in the healthcare field. Scholarships will be available to students during their freshman year thru post graduate work in college with a 3.0 GPA or higher and are entering the healthcare or bio-science field.  Variable amounts awarded.
Deadline is June 8, 2023
H L Snyder Foundation Scholarship App 2023-2024

For more information contact Hannelore Snyder Brown (brown.hannelore@gmail.com – 913.980.1637) or visit http://www.snydermf.org

Current WHS students enrolled in Exploring Health Careers are also encouraged to complete and submit a scholarship application.  Please contact WHS Exploring Health Careers teacher, Joe Woods for additional information.

Legacy Foundation Scholarships

Scholarships available to Winfield High School graduates through the Legacy Community Foundation.  For more information, or to download an application form, please visit the Legacy Scholarships page. 

– Bill House Hereford Foundation Scholarship: Deadline March 10, 2023 : Guidelines and Application : $500
– Marlyn and Blaine Harp Scholarship: Deadline March 10, 2023 : Guidelines and Application : $350
– Dings Family Scholarship: Deadline March 10,2023 : Guidelines and Application : Up to $1000
– Shirley Pringle Nursing Scholarship: Deadline March 10, 2023 : Guidelines and Application : up to $300

William Newton Healthcare Foundation Scholarship

– Healthcare WORK COMMITMENT Scholarship
William Newton Healthcare Foundation provides scholarship opportunities to high school, college, graduate school students and current William Newton Hospital employees with the desire to obtain or advance in healthcare education or certification. The scholarship provides $500 to $1,000 per semester for recipients that meet eligibility requirements. Awardees are chosen based on eligibility requirements through a Scholarship Selection Committee. Scholarships are administered by William Newton Healthcare Foundation. A Work Commitment Agreement with William Newton Hospital is required from recipients of this scholarship.

Applicants must have been accepted into an accredited or other approved allied healthcare program and be pursuing a degree or certification in a specific skill set.  Applicants must be in good academic standing with a Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher.
Applicant must maintain a 3.0 Grade Point Average. Applicant must maintain 12 hours or more for undergraduate work and a minimum of 3 hours for a graduate program (both numbers per semester). Applicant must be eligible for employment at William Newton Hospital and sign a Work Commitment Agreement. Applicant may be requested to participate in a personal interview with the Scholarship Selection Committee.$500 – $1,000 scholarship awarded.
Deadline is June 16 for Spring awards   November 17 for Fall awards
For renewal awards July 14 for Spring and December 15 for Fall
For more information contact Brittney Carson (brittney.carson@wnmh.org – 620.222.6275).
WN Healthcare Fd Scholarship Application 2023

William Newton Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship

Applicant must must be a permanent resident or graduate of the WNH primary service area, which includes the counties of Sumner, Cowley, Chautauqua, and Elk.  Applicant must be accepted into an accredited university or college program in the healthcare field.  Applicant must be in good academic standing with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.  Applicant must maintain full time status, 12 hours or more per semester.
$1,000 scholarship awarded.
Deadline is March 31
For more information contact Cheryl Brock (dvs@wnmh.org – 620.222.6230)
WNH Auxiliary Scholar Application

Winfield Arts and Humanities Scholarships

Scholarships available to Winfield High School graduates through the Legacy Community Foundation.  For more information, or to download an application form, please visit the WAHC Scholarships page or contact Cheri Kindt-Conzales (620.221.2161).
– WAHC Art Scholarship : Deadline March 31 : Art Scholarship Application: $500 awarded
– WAHC MusicScholarship : Deadline March 31 : Music Scholarship Application: $500 awarded
– Covacevich Scholarship : Deadline March 31 : Sue Jean Covacevich Art Scholarship Application : $750 awarded

 Winfield NEA Scholarship

This scholarship is available to a WHS senior or college student who has a parent or guardian currently employed by USD 465.
$200 – $500 scholarship awarded.
Deadline is last Friday in April.
Applications must be completed via the form linked below.
For more information contact Lisa Zuerlein (lisa_zuerlein@usd465.com)
WNEA Student Scholarship Application

Winfield Rotary Club Scholarship

This scholarship is available to a WHS senior or post-graduate of good character and ability with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Demonstration of “need” considered, but not necessary.
$1,000 scholarship awarded.
Deadline is April 3, 2022
For more information contact Tom Fell (tfell5704@gmail.com – 620.218.1350)
Rotary Scholarship Application-2023

Winfield Soroptimist Almedia Greever Scholarship

This scholarship is available to young women graduates of Winfield High School, with a minimum of 24 hours from an accredited institution, who have completed their freshman year of college. A student can only win one of these scholarships. (See scholarship criteria below.)
Deadline is May 1, 2023.
For more information contact Cassandra Davis 1808 Sharon Ct. Winfield KS 67156 620-222-1256
Soroptimist Almedia Greever application 2023
Soroptimist Almedia Greever Continuing Education Scholarship Criteria