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Douvas Memorial Scholarship
Due: 4/7/26
|No essay
|No Recommendations Required
|No min. GPA Required
|No Transcripts Required
$500
The Douvas Memorial Scholarship honors the enduring legacy of Peter George Douvas, an immigrant from Greece renowned for his dedication to perseverance and support for education. Established to support students who embody these values, the scholarship seeks to recognize and assist those who exhibit exceptional commitment to both their academic and personal growth. By providing a scholarship, it aims to alleviate financial barriers and empower a Wyoming student who demonstrates significant need and a strong motivation to pursue higher education. Applicants must be a high school senior or between the ages of 18 and 22. Students must use the scholarship at one of the state's seven community colleges or the University of Wyoming. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.
Daniels Scholarship Program
Due: 10/17/26
$25,000
The Daniels Scholarship Program helps make college possible for motivated and ambitious students. Daniels Scholars are selected because they embody the criteria Bill Daniels defined for the program: strength of character; leadership potential; commitment to serving their communities; academic performance or promise; well-rounded personality; and emotional maturity and stability. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior; earn a minimum SAT Math score of 490 and a minimum Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score of 490, or a minimum ACT score of 18 in each category (writing score not required); and meet the financial need requirements. Daniels Scholars may attend any two-year or four-year, nonprofit, accredited college or university in the United States. Scholars must intend to complete a bachelor's degree, and those starting at a two-year college must be on a path to earning a bachelor's degree. Daniels Scholarships may not be used at technical or trade schools, or for participation in certificate programs. The Daniels Scholarship, along with generous contributions from partner schools, covers the full cost of attendance (COA) at partner schools within Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. Scholars that choose to attend a school outside our 4-state region receive up to $25,000 a year for qualified educational expenses. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.
ARRL Rocky Mountain Division Scholarship
Due: 12/30/26
|No essay
$500
The ARRL Rocky Mountain Division Scholarship will be awarded to those with any active Amateur Radio License Class. Applicants may be pursuing any field of study at a fully-accredited US college or university. The scholarship is open only to graduating high school seniors and undergraduate students. Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a sitting officer of an ARRL-affiliated club attesting to the applicant's regular activity on the Amateur Radio spectrum and within the Amateur Radio community. Applicants must submit transcripts which must cover the applicant's entire high school career to date and, if in college, must include all semesters for which grades have been awarded. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the ARRL Foundation Inc. for more information.
Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation Scholarships
Due: 3/1/27
$500
The Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation Scholarships will be awarded to a Wyoming high school graduate; a Spring 2026 Wyoming high school graduating senior; or a Wyoming resident who, at the time of application submission, has successfully completed or will successfully complete their final semester of academic curriculum with a home school, charter school, virtual school, or GED program. At the time the scholarship is granted, the applicant must be enrolled to attend The University of Wyoming; a Wyoming junior college; a Wyoming trade school; or an accredited virtual college or university as long as the student is a Wyoming resident and lives in Wyoming. The applicant must be entering a postsecondary education program for the first time after completing their secondary education program. If an applicant is 21 years or younger at the time of applying, they must be a current member or have an immediate family member (parent or guardian) who is a current member of a Wyoming County Farm Bureau Federation. If an applicant is 22 years or older at the time of applying, they must be a current member of a Wyoming County Farm Bureau Federation. Applicants must submit at least three current letters of recommendation (6 months or newer) describing their educational ability, character, and financial need. Recommendations may come from any of the following (but only one recommendation from each category): Farm Bureau Federation Leader, Farm Bureau Federation Member, Farm Bureau Agent, School Teacher or School Administrator, Community Leader, Church Leader, or Employer. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation for more information.
Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation Continuing Education Scholarship
Due: 3/1/27
$500
The Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation Continuing Education Scholarship will be awarded to students who must be continuing their postsecondary education program. At the time the scholarship is granted, the applicant must be enrolled at a Wyoming junior college; the University of Wyoming; a Wyoming trade school; or an accredited virtual college or university as long as the student is a Wyoming resident and lives in Wyoming. If an applicant is 21 years or younger at the time of applying, they must be a current member or have an immediate family member (parent or guardian) who is a current member of a Wyoming County Farm Bureau Federation. If an applicant is 22 years or older at the time of applying, they must be a current member of a Wyoming County Farm Bureau Federation. Applicants must submit at least three current letters of recommendation (6 months or newer) describing their educational ability, character, and financial need. Recommendations may come from any of the following (but only one recommendation from each category): Farm Bureau Federation Leader, Farm Bureau Federation Member, Farm Bureau Agent, School Teacher or School Administrator, Community Leader, Church Leader, or Employer. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation for more information.
Livingston Family - H.J. King Memorial Scholarship
Due: 3/1/27
$1,500
The Livingston Family - H.J. King Memorial Scholarship is given in honor of former Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation Presidents, Herbert D. Livingston and H.J. King, as well as Buddy and Norma Livingston, the parents of former WyFB President Perry Livingston. If an applicant is 21 years or younger at the time of applying, they must be a current member or have an immediate family member (parent or guardian) who is a current member of a Wyoming County Farm Bureau Federation. If an applicant is 22 years or older at the time of applying, they must be a current member of a Wyoming County Farm Bureau Federation. Applicants must be a Wyoming high school graduate; or a Spring 2026 Wyoming high school graduating senior; or a Wyoming resident who, at the time of application submission, has successfully completed or will successfully complete their final semester of academic curriculum with a home school, charter school, virtual school, or GED program. At the time the scholarship is granted, the applicant must be enrolled to attend The University of Wyoming; a Wyoming junior college; a Wyoming trade school; or an accredited virtual college or university as long as the student is a Wyoming resident and lives in Wyoming. The applicant must be entering a postsecondary education program for the first time after completing their secondary education program. Applicants must submit at least three current letters of recommendation (6 months or newer) describing their educational ability, character, and financial need. Recommendations may come from any of the following (but only one recommendation from each category): Farm Bureau Federation Leader, Farm Bureau Federation Member, Farm Bureau Agent, School Teacher or School Administrator, Community Leader, Church Leader, or Employer. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation for more information.
Kathleen Markey and Kenneth Niejadlik, MD Scholarship
Due: 3/4/27
|No min. GPA Required
|No Transcripts Required
$2,500
The Kathleen Markey and Kenneth Niejadlik, MD Scholarship shall be awarded to (1) collegian or alumnae members of the Chi-Syracuse, Beta Iota-Colorado, or Zeta Chi-Johns Hopkins Chapters (listed in order of preference) of Kappa Alpha Theta who will pursue undergraduate or graduate study during the academic year for which the scholarship is awarded. (2) Should no applicants meet the first criteria, the scholarship shall be held and added to the next year's award. (3) In the event Chi, Beta Iota, or Zeta Chi is disestablished and ceases to exist, unless and until the chapter is reestablished, the scholarship shall be awarded according to the first and second criteria (in order of preference). (4) In the event Chi, Beta Iota, and Zeta Chi are all disestablished, the scholarship shall be awarded to a collegian or alumna member with a permanent address in the states of New York, Wyoming, Colorado, New Jersey, or Florida (listed in order of preference) who is qualified under the Foundation's then current general scholarship criteria. Should no member with a permanent address in those states qualify, the scholarship shall be awarded to any collegian or alumna member of the Fraternity who is qualified under the Foundation's then current general scholarship criteria. Applicants must provide the contact information of their reference, who should be their current or former supervisor or mentor in an academic, community, professional, and/or Theta-related capacity. Ideally, the reference should be able to compellingly speak to the applicant's commitment to Kappa Alpha Theta's values; able to clearly articulate specific details about the applicant's accomplishments, goals, and character; and be more than just the applicant's social contact. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation for more information.
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What are Wyoming scholarships?
Wyoming scholarships are financial aid for college created specifically for students living in Wyoming or looking to go to school in Wyoming. Wyoming scholarships can help students attain higher education opportunities that otherwise may be out of reach due to financial reasons. All scholarships are free money for college that you don’t have to pay back.
Eligibility requirements for Wyoming scholarships
Before you apply for Wyoming scholarships, make sure you check the eligibility requirements. To qualify for Wyoming scholarships, you’ll most likely need to prove you’re a resident or you’re attending school in that state. Some other common eligibility requirements may include your GPA, community service, citizenship, plan to attend an accredited program, leadership potential, and submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Scholarship eligibility requirements vary, so don’t assume you won’t qualify. Check them out!
Are Wyoming scholarships worth my time?
Some scholarships are quick and easy to apply for. Others require time and effort. Typically, fewer students apply to scholarships that require work which means you could have better odds of winning.
Pro tip: Don’t skip over Wyoming scholarships with smaller award amounts ($). There’s typically less competition for them—and they add up!
How do I find Wyoming scholarships?
There are many resources to help you find Wyoming scholarships.
Scholarship resources
- The financial aid office at a college or career school
- Organizations (such as professional associations) related to your field of interest
- Federal agencies
- Free scholarship search tools like Scholly Scholarships
- Local libraries, businesses, or associations
Your high school guidance office is a great place to start when looking for local scholarships. You could also try doing a search for your city’s name and “community foundation,” or the county you live in and “foundation.”
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What types of scholarships are available for students?
Need-based scholarships
These are scholarships for students who have demonstrated a financial need. There’s no universal number or set income level that tells you if you qualify. How each scholarship defines what financial need means varies. The federal government as well as specific organizations, corporations, and colleges/universities/schools offer need-based scholarships.
Merit scholarships
Merit scholarships are for students who have shown high academic, athletic, or extracurricular achievement over their high school careers. Not all schools/colleges offer merit-aid—highly selective schools typically don’t. The process for applying for merit scholarships varies. For merit scholarships offered through colleges and universities, you generally don’t have to do anything other than complete the application to the school itself. For some schools, you need to submit the FAFSA® to be eligible.
Career-specific grants or scholarships
These are awarded to students who know they want a career in a specific industry. Maybe they know they want to be a teacher, a nurse, or an engineer. To be eligible for grants, students must submit the FAFSA®. To find career-specific scholarships, try searching for your major and “association.”
Community or nonprofit scholarships
Nonprofit and community organizations often receive funding from donors to create scholarship programs for students who need them.
Tips for successful scholarship applications
- Pull together everything you need for the application including transcripts, so you can submit a complete scholarship application.
- You may need a recommendation letter or letters for a scholarship. Ask a teacher, employer, or someone else who knows you to write one for you—and be sure to give them enough time to do it.
- If you’re writing a scholarship essay, follow the prompt, answer the essay question completely, and write from your experience. A few well-written essays that you can reuse for different scholarship applications can really pay off.
- Highlight your strengths and achievements in your application.
- Talk about your financial need and what you would use the scholarship money for if you won. How would it help?
- Have to interview for a scholarship? Dress to impress in a professional outfit. And do your research! Look into how/why the scholarship was created. Try to bring up why it’s meaningful to you. Also, don’t forget to send a thank-you note afterwards.
- Keep track of all the deadlines for the scholarships you’re applying to. If you miss one, they may not extend the due date.
- Apply for scholarships year after year, all through college. As you continue your studies, gain more experience, and try new extracurricular activities in college, you might be eligible for more scholarships you weren’t originally qualified for.
Here are more tips that can help you understand all there is to know about scholarships and up your chances of winning.
Frequently asked questions
These tips can help as you get ready to apply for Wyoming scholarships.
When are scholarship application deadlines?
There’s no standard deadline for scholarship applications. Each scholarship has its own deadline, so be sure to keep track of dates and make sure you don’t miss any deadlines of scholarships that you want to apply to.
Do you need to know which college you’re attending?
You don’t need to know which college you’re going to attend before applying for most scholarships. However, once you’re awarded scholarships, some of them may ask for eligibility verification—which can include proof of college enrollment.
Is there a limit on how many scholarships you can apply for?
Absolutely not, so apply for as many as you can to increase your chances of winning free money. Want to find more types of scholarships? There are so many, check them out!
Pro tip: Apply for scholarships each year you’re in college.
Does every scholarship application require an essay?
Not every scholarship will ask you to submit an essay—different scholarships have different requirements. If you’re applying for a scholarship with an essay and need help writing yours, get tips for writing scholarship essays.
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