Community Scholarships for WHS Seniors

Cowley County Farm Bureau Scholarship

This scholarship is available to a WHS graduating senior who is a Cowley County Farm Bureau Member.
Complete the application form below along with a 1000 word essay as outlined on the application.
One $1,000 scholarships will be awarded.
Deadline is April 1, 2025
Farm Bureau Scholarship Application 2025   
Application can be filled out online at https://form.jotform.com/230684406428155 
For more information contact Ivy Tatum at cowleyfb@kfb.org or call 620.221.2091 or 620.222.5818

Kiwanis Scholarship

Winfield Noon Kiwanis is a service organization whose mission is to benefit children and communities. Because of our service focus, we seek applicants who have been involved in school/community service activities.
One $500 scholarships will be awarded to area high school senior who plans to earn a teaching degree.
Deadline April 15th
Kiwanis Scholarship Application
For more information regarding the Kiwanis scholarship contact Karol Kenzy (karolkenzy@att.net – 620.218.2394

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 6, 2025
H L Snyder Foundation Scholarship App 2025-2026
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 Community Foundation Scholarships

Scholarships available to Winfield High School graduates through the Legacy Community Foundation.  For more information, please visit the Legacy Scholarships page or contact Yazmin Wood (admin@legacyregionalfoundation.org – 620.221.7224).

Bill House Hereford Foundation Scholarship: Deadline March 1 : Guidelines  $500
Brian Shaw Memorial Scholarship: Deadline March 1 : Guidelines : $500
Legacy Scholarship: Deadline March 1 :  Guidelines  : Variable amounts awarded
Marlyn and Blaine Harp Scholarship: Deadline March 1 : Guidelines : $350
Nichols-Broadhurst Scholarship: Deadline March 1 :  Guidelines : $1,500
Robert Warrender Scholarship: Deadline March 1 :  Guidelines : $1,000
– Jim Brown Memorial Foundation Scholarship: Deadline March 1 : Guidelines : $1000
– William A. and Gladys Krusor Scholarship: Deadline March 1 : Guidlines : variable amounts
Shirley Pringle Nursing Scholarship: Deadline March 1 : Guidelines : up to $300

Lions Club Scholarship

This scholarship is available to a WHS senior with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
A transcript copy is required with the application.
$500 scholarship awarded.
Deadline is April 15
For more information contact Betty Anderson (620.229-3174)
Lions Club Scholarship Application
Lions Club Scholarship Policy

Purple Pack Cat Backers Scholarship

This scholarship is available to a WHS senior who plans to attend Kansas State University.
Multiple $500 scholarships will be awarded.
Deadline is May 15
For more information contact Laikyn Beckner (laikyn.beckner@gmail.com – 620.222.1640).
Purple Pack Cat Backers Scholarship Application

Florence Stephens Scholarship

This scholarship is available to a WHS graduating senior.
Based on overall GPA, ACT and/or SAT scores and financial need.
A transcript copy is required with the application along with a 250 word essay as outlined in the application.
Four $5,000 scholarships each disbursed in 2 increments $2,500 in the fall $2,500 in the spring
Deadline is April 15, 2025.
For more information contact Peggy Lawrence (plawrence@rcbbank.bank – 620-221-5098)
2025 Florence Stephens Scholarship Criteria     2025 Florence Stephens Scholarship Application

Viking Booster Club Scholarship

This scholarship is available to a WHS graduating senior with a GPA of 3.0 or better.
The applicant must have participated in 2 activities for a minimum of 2 consecutive years.
Two $500 scholarship awarded.
Deadline is March 31st
For more information contact Arista Groom arista_groom@usd465.com 620-221-5160
Viking Booster Club Scholarship 2025
Application

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 13, 2025 for Spring awards  November 14, 2025 for Fall awards
For renewal awards July 11, 2025 for Spring and December 5, 2025 for fall
For more information contact Annika Morris (annika.morris@wnmh.org – 620.222.6276).
WN Healthcare Fd Scholarship Application 2025

HOSA Scholarship
This scholarship is available to a WHS seniors who are a participating member of HOSA.
Up to $750 scholarship awarded.
Deadline is April 4, 2025.
For more information contact Annika Morris (annika.morris@wnmh.org – 620.222.6276).
HOSA Scholarship Application 2025

William Newton Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship

• Applicant 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 Brittney Shaffer (brittney.shaffer@wnmh.org – 620.222.6230)
WNH Auxiliary Scholarship Application

Winfield Arts and Humanities Scholarships

Scholarships available to Winfield High School graduates through the Legacy Community Foundation.  For more information, visit winfieldarts.org/scholarships 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.
Three $1000 scholarships awarded.
Deadline is April 2, 2025
For more information contact Theresa McCoy (mccoytheresa@hotmail.com 620-222-1405)
Rotary Scholarship Application-2025

Winfield Soroptimist Shanthi Samuel Scholarship

This scholarship is available to a female WHS graduating senior who is pursuing a medical career.
Deadline is April 24, 2025.
For more information contact Cassandra Davis 1808 Sharon Ct. Winfield KS 67156 620-222-1256
Soroptimist Samuel Scholarship Application 2025