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Office of Admissions
Kansas State University
119 Anderson Hall
Manhattan, KS 66506-0102

800-432-8270 toll free
785-532-6250

785-532-6393 fax
k-state@k-state.edu

Paying for college

Scholarships

Earn part of the $16 million K-State awards each year in scholarships. They're awarded based on academics, activities, service and financial need.

Students are awarded only one academic or leadership scholarship, where the highest eligible dollar amount is given. Supplemental awards can increase these awards, but the prestigious Presidential Scholarship replaces any other award.

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Types of scholarships

Award amounts and criteria are subject to change without notice.

To apply for the scholarships below, complete the K-State scholarship application by the priority deadlines and submit any additional applications requested.

  • Freshmen in-state
    • Academic
      • Putnam Scholarship

        $30,000 renewable scholarship over four years. Awarded to students with a minimum 32 ACT (1410 SAT), 3.85 high school GPA, and who rank in the top 10% of the graduating class (includes National Merit semifinalists/finalists and National Achievement and National Hispanic Scholarship Program semifinalists/finalists). $7,500 per year renewable for up to 3 additional years with a 3.5 K-State GPA.

      • Foundation Plus Scholarship

        Awarded to students with a minimum 30 or 31 ACT (1320 - 1400 SAT), 3.6 high school GPA, and who rank in the top 15% of their graduating class will receive $4,750 for freshmen year, $2,500 per year renewable for up to 3 additional years with a 3.5 K-State GPA.

      • Foundation Scholarship

        Awarded to students with a 29 ACT (1280 SAT), 3.6 high school GPA, and who rank in the top 15% of their graduating class will receive $3,250 for freshman year, $2,500 per year renewable for up to 3 additional years with a 3.5 K-State GPA.

      • First In Class Guarantee

        Not a separate scholarship, only a guarantee of a certain amount of scholarship assistance from K-State (any combination of general university, departmental, or college level scholarships).

        • If 25 ACT (1130 SAT) or above and ranked #1 in high school class, guaranteed a minimum of $4,000 in K-State scholarship assistance.
        • If 24 ACT (1090 SAT) or below and ranked #1 in high school class, guaranteed a minimum of $2,000 in K-State scholarship assistance.
      • Fairchild Award

        $4,000 renewable scholarship over four years. Awarded to students with a 26-28 ACT (1170-1270 SAT) and 3.75 high school GPA. $1,000 for freshman year, $1,000 per year renewable for up to 3 additional years with a 3.5 K-State GPA.

    • Leadership
      • Leadership Scholarship

        $8,500 renewable scholarship over four years. Awarded to students with a minimum 26 ACT (1170 SAT), who rank in the top 1/3 of the graduating class and have strong leadership in high school, church and community. $4,000 for freshman year, $1,500 per year renewable for up to 3 additional years with a 3.5 K-State GPA.

      • Medallion Scholarship

        $5,000 renewable scholarship over four years. Awarded to students with a minimum 26 ACT (1170 SAT), 3.6 high school GPA, and strong involvement in high school, church and community activities. $2,000 for freshman year, $1,000 per year renewable for up to 3 additional years with a 3.5 K-State GPA.

      • Achievement Award

        $5,500 renewable scholarship over four years. Awarded to students with a minimum 23 ACT (1060 SAT), who rank in the top 1/3 of graduating class and have strong leadership in high school, church and community activities. $2,500 for freshman year, $1,000 per year renewable for up to 3 additional years with a 3.5 K-State GPA.

      • Activity Scholarship

        $1,500 for freshman year. Awarded to students with a minimum 3.0 high school GPA and strong leadership in high school, church and community activities.

    • Selective interview
      • Presidential Scholarship

        The Presidential Scholarship, the largest and most selective scholarship award made by Kansas State University, recognizes students who have been truly outstanding, both academically and as student leaders, during their high school career. Two Presidential Scholarships are awarded each year.

        This award seeks to attract top students who demonstrate the potential to make exceptionally strong contributions to the K-State student body, both in the classroom and in the extracurricular life of the campus.

        Finalists will be selected by a committee of campus and community leaders and are required to participate in an on-campus interview. The interview and recognition event will include a luncheon and other special activities. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

        Freshman year award

        $20,000

        Other benefits

        Recipients have the opportunity to work with our Assistant Dean for Prestigious Scholarships to apply for the Truman Scholarship and additional prestigious scholarships.

        Qualifications
        • ACT score: 32 or above (SAT score: 1420 or above) and
        • High school GPA: 3.85 or above and
        • Class rank: top 10 percent and
        • Display extraordinary leadership and
        • Be a high school senior and
        • Be admitted to K-State and
        • Attend K-State in fall 2012 and
        • Participate in an on-campus interview and recognition event on Monday, January 23, 2012
        Renewable

        Renewable for up to three additional years at $20,000 with a K-State GPA of 3.5 or above.

        Apply
      • Edgerley-Franklin Urban Leadership Scholarship and Developing Scholars Program

        The Edgerley and Franklin families support this scholarship to promote future engagement with the challenges facing urban communities and families. Applicants should have demonstrated experience in addressing these challenges. Up to five students receive this award annually.

        Scholarship winners will be selected from those accepted into the Developing Scholars Program. Through Developing Scholars, you will be matched with an academic mentor and be asked to work 10 hours per week doing research for which you will be paid (see additional earnings below). This scholarship is an addition to any other academic or leadership scholarship for which you qualify.

        The Urban Leadership Scholars Program seeks to shape the next generation of great American urban leaders. Urban Leadership Scholars will have the knowledge to make sound judgments, the character to flourish under the pressures of leadership, and the vision to bring new solutions to our nation's most pressing urban needs. They will influence and inspire future generations to value education, hard work, and achieve academic and career success.

        The Urban Leadership Scholars Program is not a typical scholarship competition. In addition to a monetary award, scholars will have access to academic and social experiences to encourage successful careers in law, public policy, education, journalism, business and ministry. Scholars will be inspired to become exemplary citizens for life who will shape all aspects of American urban society.

        Finalists will be selected by a committee of campus and community leaders and are required to participate in an on-campus interview. The interview and recognition event will include a luncheon and other special activities. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

        Freshman year award

        $3,000

        Other benefits

        Developing Scholars are paid to do 10 hours of research per week. Research hours allow students to earn $1,000 per semester in their first year and $1,250 per semester in their second and third years for a total of $7,000 in additional earnings.

        Qualifications
        • High school GPA: 3.5 or above and
        • Have a strong record of community service and
        • Be a high school senior
        • Preference will be given to students of color and first-generation college students of any racial or ethnic background
        • Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or Kansas high school graduate and
        • Attend K-State in fall 2012 or spring 2013 and
        • Apply for acceptance to the Developing Scholars Program and
        • Participate in leadership studies
        Renewable

        Renewable for up to three additional years at $3,000 with a K-State GPA of 3.0 or above.

        Apply
        Meet previous winners

        Learn about students who have excelled in this prestigious scholarship competition.

        Learn more about this scholarship
      • Nancy Landon Kassebaum Scholarship

        The Kassebaum Scholarship is named in honor of Nancy Landon Kassebaum Baker, who served the state of Kansas in the U.S. Senate from 1978-1997. To honor her long and respected career in the public sector, the Kassebaum Scholarship seeks to recognize students who aspire to careers in public service. Up to five students receive this award annually.

        For the purpose of this award, we define careers in public service as professional work for nonprofit organizations and/or for government at any level. This award seeks to attract outstanding students, regardless of major, whose academic and extracurricular achievements reflect the potential for and desire to make a difference through energetic leadership in the public service arena.

        Finalists will be selected by a committee of campus and community leaders and are required to participate in an on-campus interview. The interview and recognition event will include a luncheon and other special activities. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

        Freshman year award

        $5,000 (nonrenewable)

        Other benefits

        Recipients have the opportunity to work with our assistant dean for prestigious scholarships to apply for the Truman Scholarship and additional prestigious scholarships.

        Qualifications
        • ACT score: 26 or above (SAT score: 1170 or above) and
        • Demonstrate commitment to public service and
        • Have a strong desire to continue work in the public service realm and
        • Be a high school senior and
        • Be admitted to K-State and
        • Attend K-State in fall 2012 and
        • Participate in an on-campus interview and recognition event on Monday, January 23, 2012
        Apply
      • Civic Leadership Scholarship

        The objective for the K-State Civic Leadership Scholarship competition is to identify and reward exceptional high school seniors who have demonstrated a commitment to serving others in their community, school or place of worship.

        This competition rewards students who are making a difference and demonstrating creativity by developing projects and programs with a lasting impact on those they serve.

        Finalists will be selected by a committee of campus and community leaders and must participate in an on-campus interview and recognition event. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

        Freshman year award
        Award amounts for Civic Leadership Scholarship winners
        Ranking Award Amount
        First place: $4,000
        Second place: $2,500
        Third place: $2,000
        Other benefits

        Recipients have the opportunity to participate in civic leadership activities and Introduction to Leadership Concepts class.

        Qualifications
        • Have an exemplary record of community service and
        • Be a high school senior and
        • Be admitted to K-State and
        • Attend K-State in fall 2012 and
        • Participate in an on-campus interview and recognition event on Thursday, January 19, 2012
        Renewable

        Renewable for up to three additional years with a K-State GPA of 3.33 or above as a Wicks Civic Leadership Scholar.

        Apply
        Meet previous winners

        Learn about students who have excelled in this prestigious scholarship competition.

    • Supplemental
      • International Baccalaureate

        If you complete an International Baccalaureate diploma upon graduation, you may be eligible for an additional $1,000 scholarship award. Provide diploma documentation to Student Financial Assistance at finaid@k-state.edu.

      • Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science

        Students who participate in Fort Hays State University's Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science are eligible for a one-time supplemental scholarship in addition to any academic or leadership award. Be sure to indicate your involvement at the Academy of Mathematics and Science on the K-State Scholarship application.

        Freshman year award

        $1,000 (nonrenewable)

        Qualifications
        • Participation in the Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science
    • Alumni
      • Alumni Association Club

        Regional alumni clubs and Catbacker clubs offer many scholarships. Scholarship money raised by alumni clubs and Catbacker clubs is supplemented with contributions from the Alumni Association and the Col. Gayle Foster Scholarship fund.

      • Alumni Association Wabash CannonBall

        The Wabash CannonBall Scholarship is an option for Kansas City-area students. Twenty-five scholarships will be announced this spring.

        Freshman year award

        Half of the scholarship monies ($1,250) at the start of each semester with the requirement to maintain a 3.0 GPA to qualify to earn the second half ($1,250) your second semester.

        Qualifications
        • High school GPA: 3.25 or above and
        • Be a high school senior living in the greater Kansas City area (Johnson and Wyandotte counties in Kansas; Jackson, Cass, Clay and Platte counties in Missouri) and
        • Be admitted to K-State and
        • Enroll in 12 or more credit hours per semester
        Renewable

        Recipients have the opportunity to apply for renewal of this scholarship for up to three additional years.

        Apply
      • Alumni Association Legacy

        For students whose parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian is a K-State graduate, the university scholarship committee awards a limited number of Alumni Association Legacy Scholarships. Preference is given to students who have an eligible family member who is an Alumni Association member.

        Freshman year award

        $1,000 (nonrenewable)

        Qualifications
        • Not applicable to summer school
        • Have a parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian who is an graduate
        • Preference given to students whose qualified parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian is an active, dues-paying annual or life member of the Alumni Association
        • High school GPA: 3.0 or above and
        • Be admitted to K-State
    • College and departmental

      In February the General Scholarship Committee forwards all names to colleges and departments for additional scholarship consideration. If you did not meet the November 1 scholarship deadline, be sure to apply before February 1 to make this list.

      Apply for Fine arts scholarships in Art, Dance, Music, and Theatre.

  • Freshmen out-of-state
    • Academic
      • Purple and White Scholarship for non-Kansas residents

        This scholarship is awarded on the basis of merit to students from Big 12 states Iowa, Oklahoma, Missouri and Texas. This scholarship can be combined with academic departmental and college awards.

        Freshman year award

        $8,000 (With this scholarship recipients pay approximately 150 percent of in-state tuition)

        Qualifications
        • Is not a resident in the state of Kansas and
        • ACT score: 24 or higher and
        • High school GPA: 3.5 or above
        Renewable

        Renewable up to three years with a K-State GPA of 3.5 or above

      • Honors Scholarship for non-Kansas residents

        This scholarship is awarded to students who meet the qualifications below. This scholarship can be combined with academic departmental and college awards.

        Freshman year award

        $8,000 (With this Scholarship recipients pay approximately 150 percent of in-state tuition)

        Qualifications
        • Is not a resident in the state of Kansas and
        • ACT score: 24 or higher and
        • High school GPA: 3.5 or above
        Renewable

        Renewable up to three years with a K-State GPA of 3.5 or above

      • Denison Award for non-Kansas residents

        The Denison Award is awarded to out-of-state students on the basis of academic merit.

        Freshman year award

        $5,000

        Qualifications
        • Is not a resident in the state of Kansas and
        • ACT score: 20-23 (SAT score: 940-1080) and
        • High school GPA: 3.5 or above
        Renewable

        Renewable up to three years with a K-State GPA of 3.5 or above

    • Selective Interview
      • Presidential Scholarship

        The Presidential Scholarship, the largest and most selective scholarship award made by Kansas State University, recognizes students who have been truly outstanding, both academically and as student leaders, during their high school career. Two Presidential Scholarships are awarded each year.

        This award seeks to attract top students who demonstrate the potential to make exceptionally strong contributions to the K-State student body, both in the classroom and in the extracurricular life of the campus.

        Finalists will be selected by a committee of campus and community leaders and are required to participate in an on-campus interview. The interview and recognition event will include a luncheon and other special activities. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

        Freshman year award

        $20,000

        Other benefits

        Recipients have the opportunity to work with our Assistant Dean for Prestigious Scholarships to apply for the Truman Scholarship and additional prestigious scholarships.

        Qualifications
        • ACT score: 32 or above (SAT score: 1420 or above) and
        • High school GPA: 3.85 or above and
        • Class rank: top 10 percent and
        • Display extraordinary leadership and
        • Be a high school senior and
        • Be admitted to K-State and
        • Attend K-State in fall 2012 and
        • Participate in an on-campus interview and recognition event on Monday, January 23, 2012
        Renewable

        Renewable for up to three additional years at $20,000 with a K-State GPA of 3.5 or above.

        Apply
      • Edgerley-Franklin Urban Leadership Scholarship and Developing Scholars Program

        The Edgerley and Franklin families support this scholarship to promote future engagement with the challenges facing urban communities and families. Applicants should have demonstrated experience in addressing these challenges. Up to five students receive this award annually.

        Scholarship winners will be selected from those accepted into the Developing Scholars Program. Through Developing Scholars, you will be matched with an academic mentor and be asked to work 10 hours per week doing research for which you will be paid (see additional earnings below). This scholarship is an addition to any other academic or leadership scholarship for which you qualify.

        The Urban Leadership Scholars Program seeks to shape the next generation of great American urban leaders. Urban Leadership Scholars will have the knowledge to make sound judgments, the character to flourish under the pressures of leadership, and the vision to bring new solutions to our nation's most pressing urban needs. They will influence and inspire future generations to value education, hard work, and achieve academic and career success.

        The Urban Leadership Scholars Program is not a typical scholarship competition. In addition to a monetary award, scholars will have access to academic and social experiences to encourage successful careers in law, public policy, education, journalism, business and ministry. Scholars will be inspired to become exemplary citizens for life who will shape all aspects of American urban society.

        Finalists will be selected by a committee of campus and community leaders and are required to participate in an on-campus interview. The interview and recognition event will include a luncheon and other special activities. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

        Freshman year award

        $3,000

        Other benefits

        Developing Scholars are paid to do 10 hours of research per week. Research hours allow students to earn $1,000 per semester in their first year and $1,250 per semester in their second and third years for a total of $7,000 in additional earnings.

        Qualifications
        • High school GPA: 3.5 or above and
        • Have a strong record of community service and
        • Be a high school senior
        • Preference will be given to students of color and first-generation college students of any racial or ethnic background
        • Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or Kansas high school graduate and
        • Attend K-State in fall 2012 or spring 2013 and
        • Apply for acceptance to the Developing Scholars Program and
        • Participate in leadership studies
        Renewable

        Renewable for up to three additional years at $3,000 with a K-State GPA of 3.0 or above.

        Apply
        Meet previous winners

        Learn about students who have excelled in this prestigious scholarship competition.

        Learn more about this scholarship
      • Nancy Landon Kassebaum Scholarship

        The Kassebaum Scholarship is named in honor of Nancy Landon Kassebaum Baker, who served the state of Kansas in the U.S. Senate from 1978-1997. To honor her long and respected career in the public sector, the Kassebaum Scholarship seeks to recognize students who aspire to careers in public service. Up to five students receive this award annually.

        For the purpose of this award, we define careers in public service as professional work for nonprofit organizations and/or for government at any level. This award seeks to attract outstanding students, regardless of major, whose academic and extracurricular achievements reflect the potential for and desire to make a difference through energetic leadership in the public service arena.

        Finalists will be selected by a committee of campus and community leaders and are required to participate in an on-campus interview. The interview and recognition event will include a luncheon and other special activities. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

        Freshman year award

        $5,000 (nonrenewable)

        Other benefits

        Recipients have the opportunity to work with our assistant dean for prestigious scholarships to apply for the Truman Scholarship and additional prestigious scholarships.

        Qualifications
        • ACT score: 26 or above (SAT score: 1170 or above) and
        • Demonstrate commitment to public service and
        • Have a strong desire to continue work in the public service realm and
        • Be a high school senior and
        • Be admitted to K-State and
        • Attend K-State in fall 2012 and
        • Participate in an on-campus interview and recognition event on Monday, January 23, 2012
        Apply
      • Civic Leadership Scholarship

        The objective for the K-State Civic Leadership Scholarship competition is to identify and reward exceptional high school seniors who have demonstrated a commitment to serving others in their community, school or place of worship.

        This competition rewards students who are making a difference and demonstrating creativity by developing projects and programs with a lasting impact on those they serve.

        Finalists will be selected by a committee of campus and community leaders and must participate in an on-campus interview and recognition event. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend.

        Freshman year award
        Award amounts for Civic Leadership Scholarship winners
        Ranking Award Amount
        First place: $4,000
        Second place: $2,500
        Third place: $2,000
        Other benefits

        Recipients have the opportunity to participate in civic leadership activities and Introduction to Leadership Concepts class.

        Qualifications
        • Have an exemplary record of community service and
        • Be a high school senior and
        • Be admitted to K-State and
        • Attend K-State in fall 2012 and
        • Participate in an on-campus interview and recognition event on Thursday, January 19, 2012
        Renewable

        Renewable for up to three additional years with a K-State GPA of 3.33 or above as a Wicks Civic Leadership Scholar.

        Apply
        Meet previous winners

        Learn about students who have excelled in this prestigious scholarship competition.

    • Supplemental
      • International Baccalaureate

        Students who complete the International Baccalaureate curriculum and forward a copy of a diploma to K-State will be awarded a supplemental one-time scholarship in addition to any academic or leadership award. Be sure to indicate your participation in International Baccalaureate on the K-State Scholarship application.

        Freshman year award

        $1,000 (nonrenewable)

        Qualifications
        • Provide a diploma which shows participation in the International Baccalaureate
    • Alumni
      • Heritage Scholarship for non-Kansas residents

        This scholarship is awarded to students who meet the qualifications below and have a parent, grandparent or legal guardian who graduated from K-State. This scholarship can be combined with academic departmental and college awards.

        Freshman year award

        $8,000 (With this Scholarship recipients pay approximately 150 percent of in-state tuition)

        Qualifications
        • Is not a resident in the state of Kansas and
        • High School GPA: 3.0 or above
        Renewable

        Renewable for three years with a K-State GPA of 3.0 or above

      • Alumni Association Club

        Regional alumni clubs and Catbacker clubs offer many scholarships. Scholarship money raised by alumni clubs and Catbacker clubs is supplemented with contributions from the Alumni Association and the Col. Gayle Foster Scholarship fund.

      • Alumni Association Wabash CannonBall

        The Wabash CannonBall Scholarship is an option for Kansas City-area students. Twenty-five scholarships will be announced this spring.

        Freshman year award

        Half of the scholarship monies ($1,250) at the start of each semester with the requirement to maintain a 3.0 GPA to qualify to earn the second half ($1,250) your second semester.

        Qualifications
        • High school GPA: 3.25 or above and
        • Be a high school senior living in the greater Kansas City area (Johnson and Wyandotte counties in Kansas; Jackson, Cass, Clay and Platte counties in Missouri) and
        • Be admitted to K-State and
        • Enroll in 12 or more credit hours per semester
        Renewable

        Recipients have the opportunity to apply for renewal of this scholarship for up to three additional years.

        Apply
      • Alumni Association Legacy

        For students whose parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian is a K-State graduate, the university scholarship committee awards a limited number of Alumni Association Legacy Scholarships. Preference is given to students who have an eligible family member who is an Alumni Association member.

        Freshman year award

        $1,000 (nonrenewable)

        Qualifications
        • Not applicable to summer school
        • Have a parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian who is an graduate
        • Preference given to students whose qualified parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian is an active, dues-paying annual or life member of the Alumni Association
        • High school GPA: 3.0 or above and
        • Be admitted to K-State
    • Midwest Student Exchange

      The Midwest Student Exchange is for residents of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota or Wisconsin. Student must be enrolled in one of these qualifying programs:

      • agribusiness
      • agricultural communications and journalism
      • agricultural economics
      • agricultural technology management
      • agricultural education
      • agronomy
      • animal science and industry
      • architecture
      • bakery science and management
      • biological systems engineering
      • construction science and management
      • feed science and management
      • food science and industry
      • horticulture
      • horticulture therapy
      • industrial engineering
      • interior architecture and product design
      • landscape architecture
      • architectural engineering
      • mechanical engineering (nuclear engineering concentration)
      • milling science and management
      • nutrition and kinesiology
      • park management and conservation
      • regional and community planning
      Freshman year award

      Eligible students pay approximately 150 percent of in-state tuition

      Qualifications
      • Is a resident of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota or Wisconsin and
      • Enrolled in one of the qualifying programs listed above and
      • ACT score: 24 or above (SAT score: 1090 or above) and
      • High School GPA: 3.5
      Renewable

      Renewable with a K-State GPA of 3.0 or above.

    • Missouri Reciprocal

      The Missouri Reciprocal is awarded to students who are eligible to pay resident tuition at the University of Missouri and are enrolled in one of the eligible curricula. Students will be charged the rate paid by Kansas residents. Students are selected on the basis of academic merit. Eligible curricula include:

      • architectural engineering
      • architecture
      • interior architecture
      • landscape architecture
      Freshman year award

      Eligible students will pay in-state tuition.

      Qualifications
      • Is a resident of Missouri and
      • Enrolled in one of the qualifying programs listed above
      Renewable

      Renewable with a K-State GPA of 3.0 or above.

    • College and Departmental

      In February the General Scholarship Committee forwards all names to colleges and departments for additional scholarship consideration. If you did not meet the November 1 scholarship deadline, be sure to apply before February 1 to make this list.

      Apply for Fine arts scholarships in Art, Dance, Music, and Theatre.

  • Transfer in-state
    • Apply for admission and scholarshipsby February 1
    • Request all updated transcripts from attended schools in time so they are received by K-State by February 1
    • Have 24 or more transfer hours completed when you begin at K-State
    • Full-time students on the Manhattan campus are eligible for only one of these university transfer scholarships.
    • Students with bachelor's degrees from other universities are not eligible.
    • University transfer scholarships are stackable with departmental and college awards.

    Transfer scholarship funding is limited for in-state awards, thus priority will be given to Kansas community college students.

    • K-State Transfer Achievement Award
      $4,000 Scholarship commitment over two years
      • Cumulative GPA of 3.8 or above from transfer institution(s) required
      • $2,000 for first year and $2,000 for second year with a 3.5 K-State GPA
    • K-State Transfer Academic Award
      $2,500 Scholarship commitment over two years
      • Cumulative GPA of 3.6 or above from transfer institution(s) required OR member of Phi Theta Kappa at a community college
      • $1,250 for first year and $1,250 for second year with 3.5 K-State GPA
      • Additional $500 one time scholarship for those that are members of PTK All-Academic Team
    • K-State Transfer Leadership Award
      $2,000 Scholarship commitment over two years
      • Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above from transfer institution(s) required
      • Strong leadership record during time at transfer institution
      • $1,000 for first year and $1,000 for second year with K-State 3.5 GPA
    • Selective interview
      Alvin and RosaLee Sarachek Merit Scholarship in Basic or Applied Biosciences for Community College Graduates

      Kansas State University is proud to announce a $10,000 renewable scholarship for transfer students for a total of $20,000.

      About Alvin and RosaLee Sarachek

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      Qualifications
      • Have 3.75 cumulative GPA from a Kansas community college
      • Plan to pursue a degree full-time in one of the Kansas State University biosciences programs on the Manhattan campus:
        • College of Arts and Sciences: Biology or Biochemistry
        • College of Agriculture: all undergraduate departments except Agricultural Economics and Communications
        • College of Human Ecology: Human Nutrition
      • Be a legal resident of Kansas with or acquiring an associate degree from a Kansas public community college
      Renewable

      The second year renewal is contingent on the completion of 30 credit hours at K-State with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.

      Apply

      Finalists will be contacted for an on-campus interview to be scheduled for March 2012. The award is made for the following fall term.

    • Alumni Association Legacy

      For students whose parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian is a K-State graduate, the university scholarship committee awards a limited number of Alumni Association Legacy Scholarships. Preference is given to students who have an eligible family member who is an Alumni Association member.

      Freshman year award

      $1,000 (nonrenewable)

      Qualifications
      • Not applicable to summer school
      • Have a parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian who is an graduate
      • Preference given to students whose qualified parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian is an active, dues-paying annual or life member of the Alumni Association
      • Transfer students have 24 or more transfer hours and
      • Transfer GPA: 3.6 or above and
      • Be admitted to K-State
  • Transfer out-of-state
    • Apply for admission and scholarshipsby February 1
    • Request all updated transcripts from attended schools in time so they are received by K-State by February 1
    • Have 24 or more transfer hours completed when you begin at K-State
    • Full-time students on the Manhattan campus are eligible for only one of these university transfer scholarships.
    • Students with bachelor's degrees from other universities are not eligible.
    • University transfer scholarships are stackable with departmental and college awards.
    • Transfer Student Heritage Scholarship for non-Kansas residents
      First year award

      $8,000 renewable scholarship - recipients pay approximately 150 percent of in-state tuition

      Qualifications
      • Cumulative GPA of 3.6 or above from transfer institution(s) required and
      • One parent or grandparent (biological or adopted) must have graduated from K-State
      Renewable

      Renewable for up to three years with a 3.0 or above K-State GPA

    • Transfer Honors Scholarship for non-Kansas residents

      This scholarship is awarded to students who meet the qualifications below. This scholarship can be combined with academic departmental and college awards, but cannot be combined with other Phi Theta Kappa or transfer awards.

      First year award

      $8,000 renewable scholarship - recipients pay approximately 150 percent of in-state tuition

      Qualifications
      • Cumulative GPA of 3.6 or above from transfer institution(s) required
      Renewable

      Renewable for up to three years with a 3.5 or above K-State GPA

    • Transfer Purple and White Scholarship for non-Kansas residents

      This scholarship is awarded on the basis of merit to students from Big 12 states Iowa, Oklahoma, Missouri and Texas. This scholarship can be combined with academic departmental and college awards, but cannot be combined with other Phi Theta Kappa or transfer awards.

      First year award

      $8,000 renewable scholarship - recipients pay approximately 150 percent of in-state tuition

      Qualifications
      • Cumulative GPA of 3.6 or above from transfer institution(s) required and
      • For students from Big 12 states - Iowa, Oklahoma, Missouri, or Texas
      Renewable

      Renewable for up to three years with a 3.5 or above K-State GPA

    • Alumni Association Legacy

      For students whose parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian is a K-State graduate, the university scholarship committee awards a limited number of Alumni Association Legacy Scholarships. Preference is given to students who have an eligible family member who is an Alumni Association member.

      Freshman year award

      $1,000 (nonrenewable)

      Qualifications
      • Not applicable to summer school
      • Have a parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian who is an graduate
      • Preference given to students whose qualified parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian is an active, dues-paying annual or life member of the Alumni Association
      • Transfer students have 24 or more transfer hours and
      • Transfer GPA: 3.6 or above and
      • Be admitted to K-State
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November 1
Priority date for incoming freshmen to submit the K-State scholarship application.
February 1
Priority date for transfer and current students to submit the K-State scholarship application.
March 1
Priority deadline to apply for federal student aid. Submit the FAFSA (school code 001928).
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April
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