• Complete and Review Application Details
  • When you log in, your demographic and academic information (from Banner) will automatically populate the application.
  • If anything is incorrect, contact the Office of the Registrar.
  • At the bottom of the application, add any additional information that might help committees determine your eligibility for specific scholarships.
  • Carefully read the authorization, and if you agree and want to apply, click Yes.
  • Then click Submit Page 1.
• Review Scholarship Lists
  • Click on scholarship listings to view scholarships by area.
  • Carefully read the eligibility criteria for each scholarship. You must meet the criteria at the time of awarding to be eligible.
  • For scholarships listed as “You may meet the qualifications to be considered for,” read the criteria carefully. If you qualify, mention any relevant details in your personal statement that aren't shown in your demographic information.
  • Scholarship listings open in a separate window, which you can keep open while applying.
• Apply
  • Use the dropdown menu under “scholarships” to select one to apply for.
  • Submit a personal statement for each application. You may reuse previous statements, but personalizing each one is strongly encouraged.
  • Don’t forget to check the General category for additional scholarship options.

FAQs

• Who can apply for Foundation Scholarships?
  • Currently enrolled Truman students.
  • Scholarships are awarded for future semesters at Truman, not for the current term.
• What information is used in the application?
  • When you log in, your Banner information (demographic and academic data) is automatically pulled into the application.
  • If any of this information is incorrect, contact the Office of the Registrar.
  • You will add additional information at the bottom of the application to help scholarship committees determine your eligibility.
• Can I change my application after submitting it?
  • Yes. You can revise your application any time before the deadline by logging back into the application site.
• Why can't I see all the scholarships?
  • You will only see scholarships for which you meet the basic eligibility criteria.
  • Some scholarships have strict qualifications; if you’re not eligible, the application won’t appear.
  • Some scholarships require specific coding in the student system to appear. If any of this information is incorrect, contact the Office of the Registrar.
  • Example: If you are not coded as pre-MAE, you won’t see Education scholarships.
  • If your hometown or high school isn’t listed correctly, you may not see region-based scholarships.
  • For scholarships listed as “You may meet the qualifications to be considered for,” read the criteria carefully. If you believe you qualify, mention any relevant details in your personal statement that aren't included in your demographic information.
• What makes an application competitive?
  • Personal statements should be personalized to the specific scholarship criteria and avoid generic content.
  • Use clear, professional language.
  • Include relevant details such as career goals, academic interests, financial need, and how you meet any special qualifications.
  • Statements should be concise but detailed, with a maximum of 2,500 characters (about one page).
  • You must meet all eligibility criteria during the term the scholarship is awarded.
• How are recipients selected and notified?
  • Applications are sent to the appropriate scholarship selection committees.
  • Recipients are notified by email from the Office of Advancement.
  • Non-recipients are not notified due to the high number of applicants.
  • Scholarships are awarded in compliance with applicable laws and University policies related to non-discrimination.
• When are scholarships awarded?
  • Unless otherwise stated:
  • Scholarships advertised in February: half awarded in August, half in January of the next academic year.
  • Scholarships advertised in October: awarded in full in January of the current academic year.
  • To receive the full amount, you must be enrolled full-time (12 hours for undergraduates, 9 for graduates) in both fall and spring semesters.
  • If you graduate in December, you receive only the fall portion.
  • Graduating seniors in their final semester can be enrolled less than full-time and still receive a prorated scholarship.
  • Study abroad scholarships are applied during the term of travel.

Note: You are strongly encouraged to file the FAFSA after October 1 for the next academic year. If your FAFSA results do not reflect your actual financial situation, please contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid.truman.edu.

For questions about the application process:

Dawn Howd – dhowd@truman.edu
Amy Martin – amartin@truman.edu

For technical assistance:

Contact the Help Desk at 785-4544 (available during Pickler Memorial Library hours).