This quick snapshot is built from CollegeWhale’s scholarship database and state-level resources. It shows how many scholarships we currently list for Kansas, the total dollars represented, and a short overview of key state aid programs.
We currently have 116 scholarships in our database tagged for Kansas. This includes statewide programs, school-specific awards, and private or foundation-based scholarships.
Across our Top 16 Kansas Scholarship & Grant listings, the total advertised award value comes to roughly $20,850. Some programs are renewable or stackable, so your real lifetime value could be even higher depending on how long you remain eligible.
Kansas students can tap into the Kansas Comprehensive Grant for need-based aid or the Career Technical Workforce Grant for students pursuing high-demand fields at community or technical colleges. Public universities—including KU, K-State, and Wichita State—offer substantial institutional merit that stacks with state grants. Many Kansas counties have strong community foundation scholarship networks offering renewable awards. Students targeting technical programs often receive the best financial value. The optimal approach for Kansas students is to file the FAFSA early, consider technical/CTE routes that may be nearly tuition-free, and stack local foundation money with state and institutional funds.
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The Kansas State University Transfer Scholarship supports community college students transferring to Kansas State University. This scholarship recognizes academic achievement and encourages students to continue their education at a four-year institution. Eligibility Criteria: Residency: Must be a Kansas resident. Enrollment:
Award: $500 Deadline: February Est. Time: Low (~28 min)
The Kansas Hero’s Scholarship provides financial assistance to dependents and spouses of deceased, disabled, or prisoners of war veterans, as well as public safety officers who have died or become disabled in the line of duty. This scholarship ensures access
Award: Varies Deadline: Rolling Est. Time: Low (~13 min)
The Kansas ROTC Service Scholarship is awarded to students participating in Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) programs at Kansas colleges or universities. This scholarship supports future military leaders while they complete their education. Eligibility Criteria: Residency: Must be a Kansas
Award: $5,000 Deadline: May Est. Time: Low (~13 min)
The Kansas National Merit Scholarship supports high-achieving students who have been recognized as National Merit Finalists. This scholarship is awarded to students attending Kansas colleges or universities and is intended to reward academic excellence. Eligibility Criteria: Residency: Must be a
Award: Varies Deadline: Rolling Est. Time: Low (~13 min)
The Kansas State University Civic Leadership Scholarship is designed to support Kansas residents who demonstrate a strong commitment to civic engagement and leadership in their communities. This program helps prepare students for future leadership roles. Eligibility Criteria: Residency: Must be
Award: Varies Deadline: Rolling Est. Time: Med (~63 min)
The Kansas Ethnic Minority Scholarship aims to encourage academically competitive minority students to attend Kansas colleges and universities. This program provides financial assistance to help students achieve their educational goals. Eligibility Criteria: Residency: Must be a resident of Kansas. Ethnic
Award: $1,850 Deadline: May Est. Time: Med (~38 min)
The Kansas Military Service Scholarship provides financial assistance to Kansas residents who served in the military after September 11, 2001. This scholarship recognizes their service and helps them pursue higher education. Eligibility Criteria: Residency: Must be a resident of Kansas.
Award: Varies Deadline: May Est. Time: Low (~13 min)
The Kansas State Scholarship provides financial assistance to academically talented students who have been designated as Kansas State Scholars during their senior year of high school. The scholarship aims to support students who have demonstrated exceptional academic potential. Eligibility Criteria:
Award: Varies Deadline: April Est. Time: Low (~23 min)
The Kansas Nursing Service Scholarship supports students pursuing Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) programs in Kansas. It encourages students to work in healthcare facilities experiencing a shortage of nursing staff. Eligibility Criteria: Residency: Must be a resident
Award: Varies Deadline: Rolling Est. Time: Low (~13 min)
The Kansas Teacher Service Scholarship provides financial support to students who plan to teach in hard-to-fill disciplines or underserved geographic areas in Kansas. This program aims to address teacher shortages by encouraging students to pursue teaching careers in high-demand areas.
Award: Varies Deadline: June Est. Time: Med (~73 min)
The Kansas Promise Scholarship is a last dollar scholarship program designed to cover the remaining cost of attendance for students pursuing programs in high-demand fields at eligible Kansas colleges. This program helps students train for critical workforce areas and supports
Award: Varies Deadline: Rolling Est. Time: Low (~23 min)
The Kansas Career Technical Workforce Grant provides financial assistance to students enrolled in career or technical education (CTE) programs at Kansas colleges. The grant aims to prepare students for high-demand, skilled workforce occupations. Eligibility Criteria: Residency: Must be a resident
Award: Varies Deadline: May Est. Time: Low (~13 min)This comprehensive collection of Kansas scholarships and grants for the 2026 - 2027 school years, curated from our regularly updated databases. To explore all available scholarship matches, visit our Scholarship Database and Grant Database, which both offer easy-to-use filters, current deadlines, and detailed eligibility information to help you discover the best Kansas scholarship opportunities.
The Kansas Promise Scholarship uses income limits based on the applicant’s household federal adjusted gross income (AGI) to determine eligibility. These limits ensure the scholarship targets low- and middle-income families who would benefit most from last-dollar tuition support.
For dependent students, household income limits are:
Independent applicants—such as adult learners or students without parental financial support—must also meet the same income thresholds based on household size.
Because the Kansas Promise Scholarship is a last-dollar award, it covers remaining tuition and fees after all other grants and scholarships are applied. This structure helps students pursue high-demand fields without taking on significant debt.
Kansas offers a variety of scholarships for residents attending public universities, private colleges, community colleges, or technical schools. These programs support students based on academic achievement, financial need, and future workforce goals.
Major statewide scholarships include:
These programs form the foundation of Kansas’s commitment to college access, helping students pursue degrees or short-term credentials that strengthen the state’s economy.
Kansas high school seniors can apply for a wide range of scholarships that reward academic performance, leadership, community involvement, and career goals.
Popular programs include:
High school seniors are encouraged to begin researching scholarships early and submit the FAFSA on time to maximize eligibility for both state and federal programs.
The Kansas Promise Scholarship is a last-dollar scholarship created to incentivize students to enter high-demand fields while reducing financial barriers. The scholarship covers tuition, fees, books, and required materials at participating community colleges, technical colleges, and select public universities in Kansas.
Eligible programs of study include:
In return, recipients must commit to living and working in Kansas for two years following program completion. This requirement ensures scholarship funds help build the state’s workforce in critical industries. For the most current list of eligible fields and colleges, visit the Kansas Board of Regents.
Kansas provides targeted scholarships for nursing students to help address healthcare workforce shortages throughout the state.
Key programs include:
These scholarships help nursing students reduce debt while preparing to enter high-need clinical roles statewide.
Kansas students can access several grants designed to reduce the cost of higher education, especially for those with financial need or pursuing technical careers.
Top grant opportunities include:
Grants do not need to be repaid, making them one of the most valuable types of financial aid available.
The University of Kansas (KU) offers a wide range of scholarships for in-state, out-of-state, and transfer students. Many are automatically awarded based on academic credentials submitted during the admissions process.
Major KU scholarships include:
Students applying early to KU increase their chances of receiving institutional merit awards.
The term “Kansas Pell Grant” refers to the federal Pell Grant, a need-based financial aid program for undergraduate students. Although not state-funded, Pell Grants can be used at any eligible Kansas public, private, or technical institution.
To qualify, students must:
Because Pell Grants never need to be repaid, they significantly reduce the cost of college for low-income students across Kansas.
The Kansas Hero Scholarship Act provides educational assistance to the dependents and spouses of Kansas service members and public safety personnel who were killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. This includes:
The scholarship covers tuition, fees, and required books at Kansas public colleges and universities. Families applying can review full eligibility and application details through the Kansas Board of Regents.
Reviewed by CollegeWhale Editorial Team on November, 2025. Content is updated regularly to reflect current scholarship deadlines and verified data from official sources.
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