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Scholarships

A bright future starts with a quality education. ¼«ËÙÁùºÏ²Ê offers several scholarship opportunities to help students cover the cost of their education. In 2023, Kish provided more than $645,000 in scholarships to help students achieve academic success.

Scholarships

Kish Scholarships

In addition to the ¼«ËÙÁùºÏ²Ê Foundation scholarships, the College offers several scholarship opportunities to provide financial support.

External Scholarships

Students are encouraged to check out local civic, service, and fraternal organizations for possible scholarship opportunities. 

  • - A $1,000 scholarship awarded to qualifying high school seniors. Other requirements are a minimum GPA of 3.25, demonstration of unique or special form of sportsmanship, kindness or compassion. — Deadline: September 2024
  • -  The winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship. The runner-up prize is $500. Video submission required.— Deadline: September 17, 2024 
  • - The Sports Gear Swag scholarship offers a one-time prize of $1,000, which can cover various education-related costs such as tuition, books, computers, accommodation, and other necessary expenses. There are no GPA requirements and no application forms. It's our way of giving back and supporting individuals who want to pursue their dreams through education.— Deadline: October 1, 2024
  • - Each year IvyPanda awards creative and talented in movie making students with scholarships $1500 total. Scholarships are given to two winners: the winner receives a $1,000 scholarship; the runner-up prize is $500. — Deadline: October 31, 2024
  • : This $1,500 opportunity asks students to write an original essay addressing the provided topic. Showcase your creativity, critical thinking skills, and passion for your chosen field of study. — Deadline: December 1, 2024
  • : This $2,500 scholarship requires an 800-woord essay submission revolving around the influence of coffee. — Deadline: December 27, 2024
  • : This $1,000 scholarship is designed for those passionate about transforming their practical skills into meaningful careers in trades and technical fields.— Deadline: December 30, 2024
  • - This $1,000 student scholarship opportunity requires students to create and submit a 300-word essay describing the influence of recent legal changes on mass tort litigation and class action lawsuits. — Deadline: December, 2024
  • - this $2,000 scholarship is for students enrolled in any mental health degree program. Essay required. — Deadline: January 1, 2025
  • -  a one time scholarship for high school seniors with priority given to students going into medical, culinary and aesthetic courses. — Deadline: January 4, 2025
  • - A $1,000 scholarship for students pursuing neurology, kinesiology, physiology, psychology, exercise science, public health or integrative medicine. Essay required. — Deadline: February 2025
  • - A $1,000 scholarship opportunity which requires a 300-word essay. — Deadline: Spring 2025
  • - a $3,000 scholarship for international students enrolled in college. A google form and essay is required. — Deadline: May 31, 2025
  •  is a monthly $550 scholarship meant to help reduce a little bit of financial worry for a new student or graduate each month, and to help someone get a bit of time back to focus on the important things in life â€” Deadline: Monthly
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  • : WGU provides a unique educational experience, offering online, competency-based bachelor's and master's degree programs in business, information technology, education, and health professions, including nursing — Deadlines: Varies
  • - Ford Fund and Ford Dealers have teamed up to welcome the next generation of auto technicians by awarding $5,000 tuition scholarships to students pursuing careers in auto, diesel or, auto/diesel technology. This need-based scholarship is applied to a student’s school tuition account and may be used for all cost of attendance, including tuition, tools, living expenses and transportation. — Deadlines: 4-months prior to start date of school
  • More than 90 Scholarship Funds exist through the DeKalb County Community Foundation. These Funds support undergraduate and graduate education, trades and technical training, and other educational opportunities. The eligibility criteria, selection committee, school, and field of study vary and reflect the charitable wishes of the donors who established the Fund. — Deadline: Ongoing

Scholarship Search Sites

Various internet scholarship search sites are available. NEVER pay someone for a scholarship search.

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