Financial Aid Options

This grant is administered by the State of Missouri and is a need-based program designed to be simple to understand, provide predictable, portable awards, and increase access to your school of choice. Your financial eligibility is determined by your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) as calculated through the FAFSA. You may renew the Access Missouri award annually. To renew you must reapply and have your eligibility re-evaluated each year.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : State Grant

FSEOG funds are awards based on the availability of funds and the student’s level of need. There is no guarantee every eligible student will be able to receive an FSEOG.

The purpose of the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Program is to provide grants to exceptionally needy undergraduate students – who have not received a bachelor’s or first professional degree – to help pay for their postsecondary education. All such students are eligible to apply for the grant, regardless of enrollment status or dependency status.

The institution ensures that FSEOG funds are reasonably available to eligible students (to the extent of available funds) who demonstrate financial need. Funds are reserved throughout the year to ensure that no advantage exists for students enrolling early in the award year as opposed to those enrolling later in the award year. To this end, the institution has established and published deadlines throughout the award year that students must meet in order to be considered for the grant.

Students make application by submitting completed FAFSA data to the federal processor via FAFSA on the Web or by other means and meeting with the published deadline.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Federal Grant

The Good Jobs Challenge grant from the Economic Development Administration, provides, short-term job training in the areas of healthcare, transportation & logistics and paraprofessional education services, and is currently accepting enrollments. We have training providers throughout Missouri ready to help you achieve your career goals.

The grant establishes the creation of a Regional Workforce Alliance which is comprised of five workforce regions encompassing approximately 58 counties in southern and central Missouri. The grant targets unemployed, underemployed or incumbent workers within the designated service area focusing on historically underserved populations to provide job training and placement.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be 18 or older

Must reside in the grant service area. 

Priority of Service given to:

• Veterans
• Spouse of a Veteran
• Unemployed
• Underemployed or incumbent workers in low-skilled jobs
• Disconnected youth
• Individuals in recovery
• Justice involved individuals
• Historically underserved populations and areas
• Communities of color
• Women
• Individuals with disabilities
• Individuals participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
• Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
• Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC)

For more information, visit the Good Jobs Challenge.

The Federal PELL Grant is an entitlement program through the US Department of Education which provides grants for students’ education based on need. The amount of the grant is based on family size, income, assets, number of credit hours per semester, and cost of attendance at a given school. Students must file a FAFSA to determine eligibility.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Federal Grant

The Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Program is a federal entitlement program that assists U.S. workers who have lost or may lose their jobs as a result of foreign trade. This program seeks to provide adversely affected workers with opportunities to obtain the skills, credentials, resources, and support necessary to become reemployed. You can find more information here http://www.doleta.gov/tradeact/pdf/2011_brochure.pdf or here http://jobs.mo.gov/jobseeker/other-resources/unemployment-benefits-and-assistance/trade-act-assistance

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Federal Grant

If you want to work but have a disability that keeps you from finding or keeping a job, Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) may be able to help you. VR specializes in employment and training services that can assist you in becoming employed. A VR counselor will determine your eligibility for services. To be eligible, you need to have a physical or mental impairment that causes problems with working and need VR services to be successfully employed. Once eligible, you will work with a counselor who will help you develop a plan for your rehabilitation. VR will give you vocational information and guidance allowing you to make informed choices about your vocational plan. You can find more information here http://dese.mo.gov/adult-learning-rehabilitation-services/vocational-rehabilitation

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : State Grant

WIOA is a federally funded employment and training program. The focus of the Act is on assisting customers to develop workforce opportunities, access training, and manage their career choices through universal access to information and career-oriented services. The WIOA is also a means of identifying training needs and assisting with securing training to fill skill gaps, which may be a barrier to career success.

WIOA funded training grants are available each year for individuals to acquire skills that are currently in demand and provide a high wage. Funds are used to cover the cost of tuition and books. Amount of financial aid for tuition and books varies depending on the length of training program.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Federal/State Grant

Direct Plus Loans are available to assist qualified parents to borrow in order to pay the education expenses of a dependent student. Plus Loans are limited to the difference between the student’s total cost of education and other financial aid the student may receive. This is a loan, and repayment is required.

Do I have to repay? Yes. (Your parents have to repay.)
Classification : Federal Loan

The applicant must meet all of the following:

• Full-Time Student (enrolled or accepted) in an eligible nursing program in a Missouri institution leading to one of the following degrees/licensures:
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN);
  • Registered Nurse (RN);
  • Diploma in Nursing (DN);
  • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN);
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN);
• Enrolled or Accepted in an Institution within Missouri approved by the Missouri Nursing Board.
• A Missouri resident.
• Under No Conflicting Service Obligation with the exception of service in the National Guard or military reserve.

The NSL Program recipients earn forgiveness on their loans through a service obligation. This means you must work in a position requiring your licensure and within your scope of practice in a HPSA. Your service obligation required for forgiveness is based upon the number of loans received.  One loan equates to one year of service; two loans equates to two years of service, etc., which is based on full-time qualifying employment.

Visit the website here to learn more about the loan and to find the application.

Do I have to repay? Yes
Classification : Federal Loan

The Direct Loan program provides low interest, long-term loans to students and their parents to help meet educational expenses. Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans are awarded on the basis of financial need. Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans are designed to provide financial aid to students who do not demonstrate need for the Subsidized Stafford Loan. Payment on both the subsidized and unsubsidized loan begins six months after the student completes or leaves his/her educational program. Students must first file a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to apply for student loans. Any student who borrows student loan funds must complete a Master Promissory Note and entrance loan counseling as conditions of receiving student loan monies. Students must also complete exit counseling up graduating, withdrawing, or dropping below half time status. Master Promissory Notes, Entrance Counseling, and Exit Counseling must be completed at: www.studentloans.gov. This is a loan, and repayment is required.

Do I have to repay? Yes.
Classification : Federal Loan

1. Applications must be submitted between midnight PST February 1, 2024 and 11:59 pm PST April 2024.

2. All applications must be completed and submitted via the application form on the A Nurse I Am website. We will not consider applications submitted via email, U.S. mail, or any other method.

3. The scholarship is open to both undergraduate and graduate-level students in an accredited nursing education program, e.g. those pursuing an ADN, BSN, LPN, RN or RN-to-BSN degree or diploma (undergraduate).

4. ​Applicants must be actively enrolled in a qualifying education program within the 50 U.S. states AND attending classes related to their nursing major as of February 1, 2024.

5. Individuals who have been accepted into a qualifying program but have not begun their nursing-related coursework as of February 1, 2024 are ineligible for the 2024 A Nurse I Am Scholarship.

6. Both part-time and full-time students are eligible to apply, providing they meet the criteria above.

7. Ten (10) winners will be selected to each receive: $3000 in scholarship funds, membership in the Careismatic Brands Student Nurse Advisory Council until graduation, and a gift package of medical apparel and products from Careismatic Brands. Undergrad winners will also receive a one-year American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) Student membership. (Note this membership is not available to existing RNs).

8. Individuals are not required to provide proof of enrollment status on their application. All finalists and their educational institutions will be contacted by a Careismatic Brands representative to verify the applicant’s eligibility for the scholarship.

Apply here.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : General Scholarship

Seniors from select high schools in the Bolivar area and surrounding counties are eligible for the BTC Scholarship awarded in the spring of the current academic year.

Criteria include:

• Must be seniors and graduate by the end of the current academic year.
• Must be accepted into a Bolivar Technical College program the fall semester following graduation from high school or the next enrollment for that program.
• Must complete and return applications no later than deadline given on application.
• Must demonstrate financial need.
• Must demonstrate participation and leadership in school and community activities.
• Two applicants will be selected from each high school represented and will be notified by mail. Bolivar Technical College will award scholarships of $500.00 each. Bolivar Technical College reserves the right not to award either scholarship if there are no applicants who meet the minimum criteria.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Institutional Scholarship

Citizen Memorial Healthcare employees are eligible for the Bolivar Technical College CMH Employee Institutional scholarship. Awards are available during the fall, spring, and summer semesters. 

Criteria include:

• Current CMH employee & compensated for at least 20 hours per week.

•  Enrolled in a cohort program of at least half-time (6 credit hours).

• Completed a current Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

• Demonstrate financial need.

• Be a Missouri resident and a United States citizen or permanent resident. 

Awards and award amounts are provided each semester based on limited funding availability. Student’s must reapply each semester and complete the employment verification form. All eligible students may not be funded. If a student does not complete a semester, the scholarship awarded for that semester will be rescinded. 

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Institutional Scholarship

Interested students must complete and return applications to Bolivar Technical College financial aid office post-marked or hand-delivered up to 60 days prior to semester start. Applications will be considered at the beginning of each semester. A late application will still be considered but possibly not awarded.

The BTC Education Foundation award amounts will vary per semester. Fund availability will be determined each semester.

Eligibility:

• Applicants must be actively enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester.
• Applicants must be degree-seeking students. Continuing education and non-degree seeking students are not eligible.
• Recipients must be in good standing with the college (ie; academic, attendance, no probationary status, etc.).
• Recipients must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Must complete and return applications no later than deadline given on application.
• Must demonstrate educational and/or financial need

Download the fillable application PDF here. Once completed, email to financialaid@bolivarcollege.edu or bring it into the financial aid office at BTC.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Institutional Scholarship

The Sallie Mae Fund will award (25) $10,000 scholarships to high school seniors who plan to enroll in a two- or four-year degree professional certificate, or vocational training program. Seniors who excel inside and outside of the classroom and demonstrate financial need can
apply at www.salliemae.com/landing/bridging-the-dream.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Federal Scholarship

The Medical Excellence Scholarship was established in 1990 by Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation. This scholarship was designed to help residents of our service area to achieve their dreams of working in a career in health care.

These scholarships are made available to anyone interested working in the medical field from the CMH service area. Applicants must be able to return to the service area as a CMH employee after their education level is complete.

To be considered for the scholarship you must turn in:

• The completed application
• Three professional references in sealed envelopes
• A letter of intent from the applicant
• A copy of the applicants most recent transcripts (does not have to be official)

Before any financial assistance can be given, all scholarship recipients must show acceptance into a program or university.

Applicants must show a minimum of a 2.5 non-weighted grade point average on a 4.0 scale for high school or post-secondary educational coursework.

If you have a question about whether your program of study can qualify for a Medical Excellence Scholarship, please contact Peggy Blackstock, Human Resources Representative, at 417-328-7748 or email Peggy.Blackstock@citizensmemorial.com.

Applications for the 2023-2024 school year must be turned in by February 28, 2023.

Do I have to repay? No, but recipients must be able to return to the service area as a CMH employee after their education level is complete.
Classification : Institutional Scholarship

CFO offers many scholarships annually. Students can apply for scholarships for the 2023–24 academic year beginning January 1. Deadlines for scholarship vary, but generally begin closing in mid-March.

To learn more about the various scholarships, visit here.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : General Scholarship

The Completing the Dream Scholarship is currently available for minority students and those from underserved communities who are on track to graduate college, but are at-risk of not completing due to financial emergencies or unpaid school bills. Students can apply now through June 28, 2024, at salliemae.com/landing/completing-the-dream

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Federal Scholarship

F.A. Davis offers three $1,000 nursing scholarships each year. F.A. Davis recognizes the challenging, yet rewarding path nursing students have embarked on and the very special nature of those who have chosen it. You can find more information here www.fadavis.com/scholarship The scholarship application deadline is in February of each year. See the website for further details and dates.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Institutional Scholarship

The Missouri Scholarship & Loan Foundation has three scholarships available to students. Applications for the scholarships open February 1, 2024 and close April 15, 2024.

Access Extra Scholarship – A private scholarship for high school seniors with an Expected Family Contribution of 12,000 or less and who have earned a cumulative 3.50 or higher on a 4.0 scale weighted or unweighted GPA through at least seven semesters at a Missouri high school. Up to $2000 can be awarded to recipients who are attending BTC full time in the fall 2023 semester. Click here to apply.

Purdy Emerging Leaders Scholarship – The Purdy Emerging Leaders Scholarship Program, is a private scholarship of up to $5000 for emerging leaders who are outstanding MO college students and who need additional funding for higher education. Click here to apply.

Finish Line Degree Completion Grant – The Finish Line Degree Completion Grant from MSLF is a program that assists Missouri students who have left school and owe a back balance. We want to help you re-enroll and complete a degree or program. Up to $3000 can be used to pay off a back balance. Click here to apply.

Click here to apply for these scholarships and more.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Private Scholarship

My Scholarship Central has more than 100 scholarship and interest-free loan programs for Missouri students. Application start and end dates vary, but most scholarships open in January and are due in April. Complete the general application and you will be matched to scholarships you qualify for.

To learn more about the scholarships and start your application, visit here – Apply – Scholarship Central (myscholarshipcentral.org)

Do I have to repay? Interest-free loans yes, scholarships no.

Classification: General scholarship

Nurse Corps provides financial support to students accepted to or enrolled in a nursing degree program at an accredited school of nursing in the United States. After graduation from nursing school, scholarship recipients serve a minimum two-year commitment at an approved health care facility with a critical shortage of nurses.

The scholarship includes payment of tuition, eligible fees, a monthly stipend for living expenses, and other reasonable educational costs (books, clinical supplies and instruments).

Learn more here.

Do I have to repay? No, but you must work at a qualifying healthcare facility for two years after graduating.

Classification : Federal Scholarship

Additional scholarships may be obtained and students are encouraged to seek out various scholarships as needed. Scholarships are awarded based upon various criteria, which usually reflect the values and purposes of the donor or founder of the award. Scholarship money is not required to be repaid. The most common types of scholarships are : merit-based, need-based, student-specific, career-specific, and college-specific. Some scholarships may be awarded by religious groups, chambers of commerce, etc. For more ideas of places to look, see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scholarship

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Institutional Scholarship

• hospital – med surg, ICU, telemetry, ED, OR, birthplace, geriatric psychiatric unit, and cardiac catheterization lab
• clinics – rural health and specialty clinics
• long-term care facilities
• home health and hospice
• ambulatory surgery center – perioperative nursing and endoscopy.

• You must have satisfactorily finished the first semester of your nursing program
• Complete the application on  the CMH career posting page 
• Complete an interview with CMH. Depending on the available spots, the students are then selected based on interview and instructor feedback.

Each semester will have a different deadline:

• For BTC PN students, the apprentices will be selected in 2nd semester.
• For RN students, the apprentices will be selected in 3rd semester.

The Federal Work Study Program provides jobs for eligible students who must earn funds to pay a portion of their educational expenses. Students must be PELL eligible and enrolled for a least half time to qualify. The number of hours a student may work is based on the financial need demonstrated by the student, the number of hours it is possible for the student to work, and availability of FWS funds at the institution. Students must apply for a position according to college guidelines to be considered for Work Study.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Federal Work Study Grant

Training assistance may be available to those who are unemployed or underemployed, seeking employment in high-growth occupations or seeking employment in high-demand occupations.

Assistance is also available for eligible individuals to complete formal educational programs. Examples of formal educational programs include:  basic math and reading, GED or high school equivalency preparation, English as a Second Language, training for industry-recognized credentials, or an associate or bachelor’s degree.

For more information, visit your local job center.

Students who are or may be eligible for educational benefits from the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs are required to notify the financial aid office to complete the enrollment process. Each benefit is unique and requires program specific paperwork to be completed in a timely manner to facilitate processing a claim. Additionally, Veterans programs vary extensively in terms of compensation, dependent upon such factors as time in service and rate of progression through a program.

To begin the process of applying for GI Bill benefits, visit http://www.gibill.va.gov and click on “Apply for GI Bill Benefits” completing the correct form. Prospective students are urged to contact their local Military Education Officer to discuss benefit options. BTC is committed to assisting veterans in every possible way so as to take full advantage of the benefits earned while in service to our country.

Post-9/11 Bill students are now required to verify that they have remained enrolled in the same courses or training every month. Enrollment verification can be done here. If you have questions about verification, visit the FAQ page here.

Do I have to repay? No.
Classification : Federal Veterans Assistance