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A+ Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Signed, copy of the A+ Participation Agreement on file. 
  • Attended a designated A+ School for three (3) consecutive years prior to graduation
  • Graduate from high school with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
  • Have at least a 95% attendance record for the four (4) year period
  • Perform at least fifty (50) hours of approved, unpaid tutoring of younger students. 12.5 hours can be job shadowing. Download our tutoring form.
  • Achieve a score of proficient or advanced on the official Algebra I end-of-course exam or attain a qualifying score on an approved standardized test. 
  • Maintain a record of good citizenship and avoid the unlawful use of drugs and alcohol
  • Register for Selective Service, if applicable (Individuals required to register with the Selective Service must do so to be eligible for state-supported scholarships and programs for financial assistance for post-secondary education)
  • Make a good faith effort to first secure all available federal post-secondary student financial assistance funds that do not require repayment (FAFSA)
  • Fill out the FAFSA (opens October 1st) and be given the confirmation email from FAFSA

Tutoring/Mentoring Opportunities:

  • Monday childcare
  • Assisting with  sports clinics of younger students
  • Assisting with elementary summer school
  • Mentoring younger students through an organization (FFA, Boy Scouts, etc) 
  • See A+ Coordinator for more opportunities 

​4-Year Universities & Colleges Offering A+ Scholarships/Incentives

This list may be incomplete or offerings may have changed. Contact Individual colleges and universities regarding any A+ Scholarships offered as well as their requirements, deadlines and other qualifying conditions.
 
Avila University
Kansas City, MO
A+ Recognition Scholarship
$500 annually for full time freshman

Culver-Stockton College
Canton, MO
A+ Scholarship - $1500
May be available to first year students. Contact school for more info.

Evangel University
Springfield, MO
Missouri A+ Recognition - $1000 renewable
Limited Scholarships available.  Check for deadlines and requirements.

Fontbonne University
St. Louis, MO
A+ Scholarship   $1,000
See Website for A+ Application Form due by March 1st

Hannibal-Lagrange University
Hannibal, MO
A+ Acknowledgement Scholarship
$3,000 award available to freshmen not eligible for other scholarships. Renewable with a 3.0 GPA

Kansas City Art Institute
Kansas City, MO
A+ Scholarship- $1000 renewable
Student must notify KCAI during application process

Lindenwood University
St. Charles, MO
See Character Grant on website for A+ Scholarship Info
$1500 Renewable

Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO
A+ Leadership Scholarship
$1000 Renewable per academic year. A+ Leadership Application must be completed.
Limited number available. Check for deadlines and requirements.
 
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
A+ Recognition Scholarship
$500 per year/may be renewable for four years. Must Complete A+ Application by June 1st.
Not Stackable with other University funded Scholarships.

Missouri Western State University
St. Joseph, MO
A+ Scholarship - $1500.
Renewable for 3 years with a 3.25 Cum GPA. Apply by Feb. 1st with the General Scholarship Application.

Missouri Valley College
Marshall, MO
A+ Incentive Scholarship
Half tuition for Resident students only
 
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO
A+ Scholarship: Accepted for admission by April 1 with 2.5 Cum GPA and ACT of 21-36
$1500 per year; renewable for one year
Limited number awarded
Cumulative GPA is at least 3.30 to renew
 
Park University
Parkville, MO
A+ Recognition Scholarship
With 3.25 Cum GPA or 21 ACT $3000 Awarded, Renewable for four years.  Student must ask high school to send letter verifying student on path to complete A+ Program.
 
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO
For those completing the A+ Program: Resident Life Leadership Scholarship of $1000 for on campus housing. Renewable. Requires 18 ACT and 3.0 Cum GPA. See website for additional information.
 
Stephens College
Columbia, MO
A+ Certification considered in overall financial aid award.

Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
A+ Recognition Scholarship
$500 per academic year
 
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
A+ Recognition Award
$1500 with 3.0 Cum GPA.  Apply prior to January 15th, and complete A+ App. by March 1st.  See website for additional requirements and information
 
Webster University
Several MO locations
A+ Scholarship
$1000 or more, see website for details
Apply by Feb. 1st
 
William Jewell College
Liberty, MO
No A+ Scholarship, but At+ Certification on transcript may allow for consideration for additional financial aid opportunities.  Contact financial aid office for additional info.
 
William Woods University
Fulton, MO
A+ Scholarship
$1000 per year. Contact university for details and additional requirements.

Eligible A+ Community Colleges and Vocational Technical Schools

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