Wyoming Scholarships for High School and College Students

The SM Scholarship, valued at $2,000, is exclusively available to individuals who are legal residents of any of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, or any US Territory. Applicants must be at least 17 years old at the time of application and must satisfy one of the four eligibility criteria listed below:Being a parent with a child currently attending an accredited college or university within the United States;Being a student currently enrolled in an accredited college or university within the United States;Being a parent with a child who is a high school senior studying within the United States;Being...

The Sallie Mae Scholarship, valued at $2,000, is exclusively available to legal inhabitants of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, and any US Territory who are 17 years of age or older at the time of application. Applicants must also satisfy one of the following four eligibility criteria at the time of application:Being a parent with a child currently attending an accredited college or university within the United States;Being a student currently enrolled in an accredited college or university within the United States;Being a parent with a child who is a high school senior in the United States;Being...

Emma Jo Spiegelberg Aspiring Leader Scholarship — $500 Overview This $500 award supports an educator who is pursuing administrative leadership credentials with the goal of becoming a school administrator. Eligibility - Candidate must be employed at a school where the Principal or an Assistant Principal is a current WASSP member in good standing. - Applicant must be enrolled in a course or program that leads to an administrative endorsement. Application deadlines and award disbursement - Submit the completed application and all recommendation letters in electronic format to the Executive Director of WASSP by January 15. - The recipient will be...

Introduction The Wyoming Trucking Association (WTA) provides annual financial support to Wyoming students preparing for careers tied to highway transportation. Each year, scholarships are distributed from the WTA Scholarship Fund, memorial funds, and donations from member companies. Awards are issued directly to the recipient’s educational institution for use toward tuition and related expenses. Eligibility Applicants must meet the following requirements: - Be a graduate of a Wyoming high school. - Intend to enroll at an approved Wyoming university, community college, or technical/trade school. Recommended fields of study Scholarships are intended for students pursuing programs that lead to transportation-related careers, including...

Scholarship Award - One-time payment of $500.00. Funds will be issued to the recipient’s institution of higher learning, or to the student directly if proof of enrollment is provided to the WAA. Purpose - This award exists to advance knowledge of the auction profession and to encourage individuals to consider auctions as a full-time career. It is intended for applicants who demonstrate honesty, intelligence, and a sincere commitment to their life and career objectives. Application Requirements (submit electronically) Please include the following items when you send your application package: 1. Completed Application Information Page. 2. A personal statement (500 words...

The Jason Haight Academic Scholarship was created by Bruce and Jillian Haight to honor the memory of their son, Jason, and his passion for learning. The fund aims to provide a promising student with financial support to pursue further education in the spirit of Jason’s own academic and personal achievements. About Jason Jason grew up on a ranch outside Gillette. He graduated from Campbell County High School as his class valedictorian and was recognized as a National Merit Scholar. He went on to George Washington University as a Presidential Scholar in the GW honors program. While at GW he belonged...

The aim of these scholarships is to foster and instruct potential lineworkers, paving the way for long-lasting and fulfilling careers within Wyoming's electric cooperatives.WREA Linemen ScholarshipThe WREA Linemen Scholarship is an annual program that provides financial aid to one or more individuals, including recent high school graduates, who are keen on pursuing a lineworker career and have plans to enroll in a recognized regional lineworker training program.For consideration, applicants are required to submit the application form, a resume outlining their educational background and work history, three recommendation letters, and a grade transcript. (If the applicant has not been enrolled in...

Introduction / Background Vera Asay Sargent was born and raised in Lovell, Wyoming. During the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s she raised three children on her own (two daughters and one son), working for the CB&Q railroad and taking on various jobs in Lovell to provide for her family. Her steadfast objective was to see her children graduate from high school and continue on to college — a goal she achieved. In the 1950s a railroad transfer brought her to Worland, where she met and later married Newell B. Sargent. Together they established one of the largest Pepsi Cola businesses in...

Introduction This scholarship is intended for children of employees associated with Genesis Alkali (formerly Tronox/FMC) at the Sweetwater County, Wyoming plant. The applicant’s parent must meet the employment status requirements described below at the time the award is granted. Eligibility - The applicant must be the child of a person who, when the scholarship is awarded, is employed by Genesis Alkali at its Sweetwater County, Wyoming facility and has held that employment for at least one year. - Alternatively, the applicant may be the child of a Genesis Alkali (Tronox/FMC) retiree or of a person who died while employed by...

Overview This scholarship exists to assist students who are graduating from high schools within Sweetwater County as they pursue further education. Eligibility Applicants must be graduating seniors enrolled at any Sweetwater County high school. Students from schools that the public school system classifies as “alternative” are not eligible. GED recipients are also excluded. Award - Amount: $4,000 - Term: Single academic year (1 year) Application requirements — essays and length Each essay should fall between 2,000 and 3,000 characters in length; as a guideline, aim for at least about 400 words per response. Essay prompts 1. Explain your reasons for...

Introduction and background Myron D. Kiesling was born at Teapot Dome in 1925. His father was involved in plugging wells on the Dome in the aftermath of the well-known scandal. In 1927 the family relocated to Newcastle, where his father went on to found the Osage Oil Company. After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, Myron returned home and joined his father’s business, foregoing a return to formal education. Over the next six decades he was actively involved in community service, including serving on the local hospital board. After selling the business in 2007, Myron established a...

Introduction This award was established to assist students who are completing their senior year at Upton High School. Eligibility Applicants must be graduating seniors from Upton High School. Students who obtained a GED are not eligible. Award value - $3,000 payable for the first academic year - $3,000 payable for the second academic year Duration and renewal The scholarship covers two years. To receive the second-year payment, recipients are required to submit a renewal form to maintain eligibility. Application materials No essays or additional documents are required. Eligible applicants need only complete the standard/common questions on the application.