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Applications must be received at the School of Economics by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 5, 2021.
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The Board of Directors established this scholarship in May, 2004. The School Of Economics Scholarship is funded through the generous donations of individuals, businesses, and organizations.
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The School of Economics Scholarship promotes the pursuit of a career in a business-related field of study (e.g., entrepreneurship, sales, marketing, computer/information systems, finance, accounting, personnel, economics, and management).
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A total of two (2) scholarships may be awarded each year. One will be made available to a graduating senior from the Blue Springs R-IV School District and one will be presented to a graduating senior who was home or private schooled, or who attended a public school outside of Blue Springs R-IV School District. All applicants must have attended the School of Economics at some time during their K-6 school years.
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The award amount of a non-renewable School of Economics scholarship is $500.00
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- The applicant must be a graduating senior of the Blue Springs R-IV School District or a graduating senior who was home schooled, privately schooled, or attended a public school outside of the Blue Springs R-IV School District.
- The applicant must pursue a higher education degree or specialized trade/vocational training in a business-related field/occupation.
- The applicant must have attended the Blue Springs School of Economics some time during his/her years as a K-6 student.
- The applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above.
- The applicant must have record of involvement in civic, community, or extra-curricular activities.
- The applicant must submit an essay of 500 words or less that includes a favorite memory/experience from attending the School of Economics and elaborates upon how the Scholarship will make future career goals more attainable.
- The applicant shall in no way be excluded from applying due to gender, race, religion, or any other discriminatory designation.
- The recipient must utilize the scholarship within one (1) year of the date it was awarded.
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The Selection Committee will consist of members of the School of Economics Board of Directors. The award will be announced in May, 2021.
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SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS
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200 NW 14th STREET
BLUE SPRINGS, MO 64015
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