by Mary Brito |
Last Updated: January 9, 2025 The purpose of this detailed listing of Kentucky scholarships for college is to help you plan your scholarship search throughout the year. Please find information below about scholarships specifically for Kentucky students. Some of the deadlines may be from prior years. Scholarship deadlines are cyclical, so even if a deadline has passed, the website will likely be updated for the current school year. Be sure to reach out to the sponsor or check sponsor websites for the most recent details.
January
Rogers Scholars Program offers scholarships to students of partner universities. To be eligible to apply for the program, applicants must be current high school sophomores residing in one of the 45-county service areas of The Center for Rural Development. Applicants must have a strong interest in developing skills in leadership, technology, entrepreneurship, and community service and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a 24 ACT or above. The deadline for applications is January 31st. For program application, read more here. For RS scholarships, read more here.
This is for $1,000. To be eligible, applicants must have an FFA membership. Applicants are required to apply online and complete Ford Dealership Endorsement. The deadline to apply is January 9th. More info. here
This is for first-time and first-year students at KSU that have a minimum high school GPA of 3.5 and a minimum ACT score of 25. This covers full in-state or out-of-state tuition and mandatory fees. To get this renewed, you must maintain a 3.5 GPA and provide 50 hours of community service. The deadline for applications is January 15th. Apply here.
February
This is a one-year award of $2,500. Applicants must be currently enrolled on the Lexington campus and pursuing a first-time baccalaureate degree in the fall semester. Applicants must have earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 by the end of the spring semester and have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours during the academic year. The deadline to apply is February 15th. Learn more here.
This is for graduating high school seniors from Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, and Bullitt Counties in Kentucky, or Floyd, Clark, and Harrison Counties in Indiana. Applicants must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and be pursuing a college degree in non-performing Visual Arts or Visual Arts-related fields. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is February 15th. Learn more here.
This is for $5,000. Must be a senior who attends high school or lives in Calloway, Daviess, Franklin, Hancock, Henderson, Hopkins, Jefferson, McCracken, McLean, Warren, or Webster County, in addition to criteria listed under specific scholarships. Several other non-agriculture scholarships are available. The deadline to apply is February 20th. More info. Here.
This will award county and state college scholarships to high school seniors for the current school year. To be eligible, applicants must be the child of a Kentucky Farm Bureau member and remain such while the scholarship is in force and finish high school within the year they apply for the scholarship and attend college. Students must also maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 after each semester or forfeit the award. The deadline to apply is February 28th. Read more here.
March
This awards $1,000 to one high school senior entering college and one current undergraduate or graduate student. Applicants must reside in Kentucky and be pursuing a degree in agriculture or a related field from an accredited college, university, or trade school in any location. The deadline to apply is March 1st. Learn more here.
This awards $1,000 to high school seniors studying agriculture. The application requires two letters of recommendation, the most recent transcript, and a comprehensive essay. The deadline to apply is March 1st. Learn more here.
This provides assistance for Kentucky high school and home school students who are taking dual credit classes at a participating Kentucky college or university. Eligible students may receive scholarships for up to two classes. The deadline to apply is March 1st. Learn more here.
Prospective students aiming for careers in healthcare, advanced manufacturing, transportation/logistics, business services/IT, or construction must enroll and apply for the scholarship. The deadline to apply is March 1st. Learn more here.
This awards $500 to applicants who are actively involved in the production or promotion of pork in Kentucky. To be eligible applicants’ families must be paid members of the Kentucky Pork Producers Association. A minimum of 3.0 GPA for High School or a 2.0 GPA for all College work or Technical School is required. The deadline to apply is March 5th. Read more here.
To be considered for this award, the applicant must be a relative of a Margaret Hall alumnus or faculty member, be a senior enrolled in an accredited high school, and have attained a scholastic average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. The deadline to apply is March 6th. Learn more here.
This gives deserving young people the financial means to continue their education. This non-renewable scholarship is awarded to high school seniors attending Fayette County Public Schools. Eligible applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. The award amount varies, and the deadline to apply is March 6th. Read more here.
This is awarded to high school seniors attending Fayette County Public Schools. Eligible applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. Scholarships are awarded based on the applicant’s financial need, academic achievement, and contribution to the community. Students applying under the Special Needs category must provide an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or 504 plan. The award amount varies, and the deadline to apply is March 6th. Read more here.
This is for $1,000. This is open to graduating seniors attending public high schools in Fayette County, as well as to immediate family members of CLARK employees who reside in Kentucky. Students must demonstrate community involvement; have financial needs; and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Students must be a resident of Kentucky and plan to attend a four-year college or university. Preference is given to first-generation scholarship students. The deadline is March 6th. Read more here.
This is in honor of Emma E. Buckley, a long-time philanthropist in Kentucky. This $2,500 renewable scholarship is awarded to high school seniors attending Woodford County High School and Fayette County Public Schools who demonstrate significant financial need. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Preference is given to first-generation college students. The deadline for submission is March 6th. Read more here.
This was established to honor William J. Elliott, a chemistry and physics teacher at Highlands High School for 32 years. This non-renewable merit-based scholarship provides an annual award of $2,000 to a graduating senior from Highlands High School who demonstrates excellent academic achievement and who plans to pursue a degree in science, technology, engineering, math, or pre-medicine. Applicants must have a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher and a composite ACT score of at least 28 or SAT score of at least 1250. The deadline to apply is March 6th. Read more here.
This awards three scholarships of $2,500 each to high school seniors in Fayette, Harrison, or Union counties, Kentucky with significant financial needs who wish to further pursue their education by attending college. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. The deadline to apply is March 6th. Read more here.
This is offered to graduating seniors at Western Hills High School in Frankfort, KY. Eligible candidates must be involved in sports and/or the arts; have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0; demonstrate financial need; and plan to attend a two- or four-year accredited college or university, with preference given to students who plan to attend college in Kentucky or Ohio. The deadline to apply is March 6th. Read more here.
This offers $1,000 annually to graduating seniors at Tates Creek High School in Lexington, Kentucky, who plan to major in nursing at a four-year college. It’s renewable for up to four years. The deadline to apply is March 6th. Read more here.
This was established to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors attending Harrison County High School who demonstrate significant financial need and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. The amount of the scholarship varies and the deadline to apply is March 6th. Read more here.
This is for $5,000 to children of UAW 862 members or retirees who plan to attend college in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. To be eligible, applicants must be graduating high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.5. The deadline to apply is March 6th. Read more here.
This is for $5,000. This is open to high school seniors attending Lee County High School in Beattyville, Kentucky who demonstrate financial need and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Students must attend a college or university within the state of Kentucky. The deadline to apply is March 6th. Read more here.
This assists children and stepchildren of MacLellan Services Inc. employees who intend to major in any of the eligible fields. The deadline to apply is March 6th. Read more here.
This is for $5,000. This scholarship is available to graduating seniors from Woodford County High School with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Students must attend an accredited two- or four-year College, University, or Technical School. Recipients should share Monica’s values by being selfless, genuine, a natural leader, willing to put the needs of others ahead of their own wants, not afraid to challenge the status quo, and dedicated to the value of friendship. Financial need may be considered. The deadline for applications is March 6th. Read more here.
This created by the Murry Foundation, supports students from Fayette County, KY, and Lancaster County, PA, in pursuing higher education. It offers a $5,000 renewable award for up to four years of undergraduate study. Eligible candidates need a minimum GPA of 2.5 and must show financial need. The deadline for applications is March 6th. Read more here.
This awards $2,500 to graduating seniors from Bath County High School with a GPA of 2.5 or higher who show financial need. The deadline for applications is March 6th. Read more here.
This awards $2,000 to graduating high school seniors and undergraduate students in Kentucky with a 3.0 GPA or higher who plan to major in a business-related field. The deadline for applications is March 6th. Read more here.
This awards $1,500 to employees or relatives of employees of companies belonging to the Kentucky Propane Gas Association. High school seniors and current undergraduate students are eligible to apply. The deadline for applications is March 6th. Read more here.
This was established to provide scholarships to female students who are graduating high school seniors attending Harrison County High School who demonstrate significant financial need and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Preference is given to first-generation college students. This provides an award of $3,000 that is renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study. The deadline for applications is March 6th. Read more here.
This established by Georgetown Community Hospital, honors Dr. Narayan Kumar “Dr. Vengu” Venguswamy and his wife. It’s for Scott County graduating seniors pursuing medical or photography degrees. Eligible applicants from Scott County High School or Great Crossing High School need a minimum GPA of 3.0 and should plan full-time enrollment at a four-year college. Two recipients receive a $1,000 non-renewable scholarship each. The deadline for applications is March 6th. Read more here.
This is for graduating seniors from Woodford County High School with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who demonstrate significant financial need. Preference is given to first-generation college students. The deadline for applications is March 6th. Read more here.
This awards a minimum of $1,000 to a graduate student pursuing a degree and career in public service. The deadline for applications is March 6th. Read more here.
This provides a scholarship of up to $2,000 per academic year for students who have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and a minimum ACT score of 17 or SAT score of 1190. All recipients must demonstrate outstanding character as evidenced by their work ethic and service to others. Priority will be given to applicants residing within Kentucky counties of Boyd, Carter, Greenup, and Lawrence, as well as Scioto County Ohio. Others with educational needs will be considered outside of the priority areas. The deadline to apply is March 6th. Read more here.
This awards up to $10,000. To be eligible, applicants must be high school seniors who plan to be full-time students at an accredited post-secondary institution or continuous education program in the following year. The deadline to apply is March 8th. Read more here.
This grants at least $1,000 to graduating high school seniors residing in Kentucky’s Boyd, Carter, Elliott, Greenup, and Lawrence counties. Successful candidates must be accepted at participating four-year colleges like the University of Kentucky, pursuing majors in the sciences, display strong academic merit, possess unmet financial need, and attach a counselor’s recommendation. Science education majors won’t be considered. The deadline to apply is March 11th. Learn more here.
This is accepting applications for (4) $1,000 academic scholarships that may be awarded to a graduating high school senior with a minimum GPA of 2.5 (4.0 scale) at the time of application. Applicants must be a member of Service One Credit Union and must be enrolled or planning to enroll as a full-time student at Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College (SKYCTC) or Western Kentucky University (WKU) for the 2023-2024 academic year. The deadline to apply is March 31st. Learn more here.
April
Ofering up to four $1,000 college scholarships to children of Kentucky poultry company employees and Kentucky Poultry Federation members. The deadline to apply is April 1st. Website found here.
This awards $500 to graduating high school seniors who are current members of their FFA chapter. To be eligible, the local agriculture teacher(s) of the program where the applicant is enrolled must be current members of KAAE. The deadline to apply is April 1st. Read more here.
This awards $500 to college students majoring in agricultural education who are currently in, or preparing for, their student teaching semester. The deadline to apply is April 1st. Read more here.
This award $4,000 to high school seniors of Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer, and Trimble counties in Kentucky and Clark, Floyd, and Harrison counties in Indiana. Applicants must enroll in agricultural or agricultural-related curricula at agricultural colleges or universities only in Kentucky or Indiana. The deadline to apply is April 1st. Read more here.
This supports high school students entering a college or university within the SETC region to major in theatre. Applicants need three letters of reference, including one from a high school principal highlighting their theater talent and academic potential. SAT or ACT scores are necessary. The deadline to apply is April 3rd. Read more here.
This awards $1,000 to Kentucky high school seniors who are active in their school’s STLP. Applicants must plan to attend college to pursue a degree in a computer technology-related field. The deadline to apply is April 14th. Read more here.
This awards $1,000 to a student from the rural community of Graves County in Western Kentucky. To be eligible, applicants must be a senior of Graves County High School or Mayfield High School who plan to attend college to pursue a degree in a computer technology-related field. The deadline to apply is April 14th. Read more here.
This awards graduates of Murray High School with a GPA no less than 2.75. Applicants must enroll as full-time students at any accredited university. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Read more here.
This awards $2,000 to a student pursuing a graduate degree in acting or musical theater performance. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Read more here.
This awards $2,000 to a student entering or attending a regionally accredited graduate school to study theater. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Read more here.
This awards $1,500 to a student pursuing a graduate degree in costume design and/or technology. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Read more here.
This is for $3,000. To qualify, you need to be a U.S. Citizen residing in the Mountain Telephone service area, have a parent/guardian as a current member, graduate high school in 2023 with a GPA between 2.0-4.0 (preference for 2.50-3.50), complete the 2023-24 FAFSA, and be enrolled full-time. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Read more here.
This offers up to $6,000 per semester. Applicants must qualify for benefits under the Kentucky Workers’ Compensation Act, be between the ages of 16 and 25 years old, attend two- or four-year post-secondary schools, and exhibit a substantial need for financial assistance. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Read more here.
This awards $1,000 to a student who grew up in a rural area that is pursuing a career in cyber security. To be eligible, applicants must be attending or planning to attend college to pursue a technology-related degree. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Read more here.
This offers $10,000 to a young adult who has lost a parent to metastatic breast cancer or has financial hardship due to a parent currently living with metastatic breast cancer and wishes to seek a higher education as a post-high school graduate. Award recipients must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Learn more here.
This awards seven $20,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors from Greater Cincinnati, including Kentucky’s Boone, Campbell, Grant, Gallatin, Kenton, and Pendleton counties. Eligible candidates must be accepted as freshmen at accredited Tri-State colleges, maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher, score at least 18 on the ACT, pursue an associate or bachelor’s degree full-time, exhibit financial need, and have leadership roles in the community. The deadline for applications is April 16th. Learn more here.
Each year, $5,000 is divided equally among five recipients who are pursuing collegiate education. Preference is given to students interested in law enforcement or the legal dependents of police officers. Applicants must reside in Kentucky as high school seniors, be accepted into an accredited college or vocational school, maintain a minimum “C” average (GPA of 2.0), and exhibit good citizenship and leadership ability. The deadline for applications is April 18th. Application found here.
This offers five $2,500 to students from Southern Indiana and Northern Kentucky. To be eligible, applicants must be a high school senior, graduate, or GED recipient. The deadline to apply is April 18th. Read more here.
This awards scholarships to deserving high school and/or college students. To be eligible, students must major in and plan to pursue a career in advertising, marketing, public relations, or graphic design. The applicant must be graduating from a high school or currently attending college in Vanderburgh, Warrick, Posey, Gibson, Pike in Indiana or Edwards, White, Wabash, Wayne in Illinois or Henderson, Union, Daviess in Kentucky. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is April 22nd. More info. here.
May
This awards up to $1,000 to a Morehead State University student with an Animal Science major with Equine emphasis. To be eligible, applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.85 and have an annual household income of less than $75,000 or be financially independent from parents. The deadline to apply is May 1st. Read more here.
This awards up to $4,000 to students whose family member is employed by WinStar Farm. To be eligible, applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.00 and have an annual household income of less than $75,000 or be financially independent from parents. The deadline to apply is May 1st. Read more here.
This awards one $5,000 scholarship and two $2,500 scholarships annually. To be eligible, applicants must be U.S. citizen and resident of the Central United States who has Cystic Fibrosis. Applicants must be enrolled in or accepted to an accredited junior college, college, university, or trade school with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7. The deadline to apply is May 1st. Read more here.
This provides two $1,000 awards to Kentucky or Indiana residents who are graduating high school seniors or currently enrolled students at a 2 or 4-year college or university. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and pursue post-secondary education. The deadline to apply is May 10th. Website found here.
This awards up to eleven $2,500 scholarships to undergraduate students enrolled in an agriculture field of study with strong ties to dairy. Applicants must have majors in communications/public relations, journalism, marketing, business, economics, nutrition, food science, and Ag education. The deadline to apply is May 12th. More details found here.
This award four (4) $1,000 to Service One CU members and their families who are returning WKU Students for the 2022-2023 school year. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. The deadline to apply is May 31st. Learn more here.
This gives up to two $1,500 awards. This scholarship is available for U.S. high school seniors and undergraduate students in the Ohio Valley Region (Southern Indiana, Kentucky, Western Tennessee, and Southern Ohio) who are planning to major in engineering and pursue a career in iron and steel technology. Applicants must be AIST members or dependents of AIST members. The deadline for submission is May 31st. More details here.
June
This is for $1,500. This is available to currently enrolled UK students, full-time undergraduate students on the main campus with a 3.50 or greater cumulative grade point average by the end of the spring semester and who have completed at least 12 semester hours. The deadline to apply is June 1st. Learn more here.
This awards up to $3,000 per year to Kentucky residents attending approved LPN, ADN, BSN, or graduate nursing programs. The deadline to apply is June 8th. Learn more here.
This awards $1,000 to rising female junior graduate students in a Kentucky school or affiliate school with a 2.5 GPA or higher. The deadline to apply is June 30th. Read more here.
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This is up to $6,000 per semester. Applicants must qualify for benefits under the Kentucky Workers’ Compensation Act, be between the ages of 16 and 25 years old, attend two- or four-year post-secondary schools, and exhibit a substantial need for financial assistance. The deadline to apply is April 15th. The deadline to apply is October 30th. Read more here.
November
This is a $12,000 college tuition scholarship fund for high school seniors in Louisville, Kentucky who demonstrate high standards of scholarship, citizenship, and leadership. Applicants must have attended a JCPS high school, have a cumulative (weighted) GPA of 3.2 or higher, and an ACT score of 25 or higher, or an SAT score of 1200 or higher (Critical Reading and Math scores combined). The deadline to apply is November 20th. Learn more here.
December
This is an academic award by the University of Kentucky. This provides two scholarships one for $2,500 and the other for $5,000. For the $2,500 award, applicants must have a 3.30 and a 26 ACT/1230 SAT score. For the $5,000 award, one applicant must have a 3.3 GPA and a 28 ACT/1300 SAT score. The deadline to apply is December 1st. Read more here.
This is a competitive award that will cover full in-state tuition at the University of Kentucky. Applicants must have a 3.5 GPA and a 31 ACT/1390 SAT score. The deadline for applications is December 1st. More info. here.
This is a competitive award that covers full in-state tuition and provides a housing stipend at the University of Kentucky. To be eligible, you must have a 3.8 GPA and a 33 ACT/1450 SAT score. The deadline is December 1st. Learn more here.
This provides Kentucky students the opportunity to attend a participating school of optometry to become certified practitioners rendering medical service in the Commonwealth. Participating institutions include Kentucky College of Optometry, Indiana University College of Optometry, Southern College of Optometry, and University of Alabama Birmingham College of Optometry. The deadline to apply is December 1st. Learn more here.
This is a prestigious enrichment program aimed at Kentucky residents who have demonstrated outstanding leadership potential and are committed to the principles of scholarship, leadership, and service. There are 10 awards given each year. The program is open to Kentucky high school graduates with a minimum 3.5 GPA and 26 ACT/1230 SAT, who is attending the University of Louisville and minoring in political science. Applications are due December 15th. More info. Here.
This covers 10 students’ full in-state tuition and gives them additional education allowance. To be eligible, applicants must have a 3.5 GPA and a 26 ACT or 1230 SAT. The deadline to apply is December 15th. Read more here.
The recipients will receive $22,000 (in-state students) or $28,000 (out-of-state students). To be considered, applicants must have a 3.5 GPA and have an interest in faculty-supervised research and creative activity. The deadline to apply is December 15th. Learn more here.
This covers full tuition and provides $8,000/year of educational allowance. Ten awards are given to applicants who are Black/African American and Hispanic/Latinx students in KY and Southern IN with a 3.5 GPA or higher. The deadline to apply is December 15th. More details here.
This provides assistance for Kentucky high school and home school students who are taking dual credit classes at a participating Kentucky college or university. Eligible students may receive scholarships for up to two classes. The deadline to apply is December 23rd. Learn more here.
This is for rising college sophomores and juniors with $5,000 in financial support over a two-year period. The application requires a resume and a letter of recommendation. The deadline to apply is December 31st. Read more here.
Deadlines Vary
This is up to $2,200 at a two-year institution and up to $2,900 at a four-year institution. This helps Kentucky’s financially needy undergraduate students attend eligible public and private colleges and universities, proprietary schools, and technical colleges. The deadline to apply varies. More information here.
This is up to $1,800 per award year. To be eligible, students must be Kentucky residents and be U.S. citizens, national or permanent residents. Students must also be enrolled no more than 9 credit hours per term in the scholarship program curriculum at a participating school pursuing one of the approved credentials. The deadline for applications varies. Visit this website to learn more.
This assists Kentucky residents pursuing veterinary medicine degrees at discounted tuition rates. Participating institutions are Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine and Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine. Learn more here.
This is up to $2,980. To be considered, you must be a Kentucky resident and have financial need. Applicants must also attend an eligible college and be enrolled full-time in an associate or bachelor’s degree program. The deadline for applications varies. More details here.
This provides an abundance of awards with the amount and deadlines varying. Learn more here.
This assists Kentucky students pursuing a degree at the Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine at the University of Pikeville. Learn more here.
This offers a variety of scholarships and aid to lower Bellarmine’s cost to the published price of tuition, comprehensive fee, room, and board at Kentucky’s flagship institution. For more information and eligibility requirements, please visit More info. Here.
This is for students coming from Hamilton, Clermont, Butler, and Warren counties attending college in Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky with priority given to students attending Dater Junior or Senior High School. Must have proven financial need. Read more here.
Agriculture Future of America is offering numerous scholarships (ranging from $1,600 to $3,250) for graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students in agriculture or food-related field of study. It is recommended the applicants be between the ages of 17 to 25 and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Read more here.
This assists undergraduate students at the 1890 land-grant institutions, resulting in baccalaureate degrees in the food and agricultural sciences and related fields. Read more here.
This offers numerous scholarships to support children of Marine or Navy Corpsman, Chaplain, or Religious Programs specialists attached to a Marine unit with their post-high school education. To be eligible, applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and have an adjusted gross income at or below the financial eligibility threshold determined by the Foundation on an annual basis. Website found here.
This offers numerous scholarships to assist people with epilepsy or their family members in college or graduate school. Learn more here.
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