Scholarships and Financial Support

Earning a degree or certificate is a significant investment in your future, and
K-State Olathe strives to support our students and their goals. Learn about the many types of financial support available to students, including scholarships, grants and loans.

Application Deadlines and Review

Applicants may apply for support in the next semester or up to two semesters prior to the start of a program. Applicants will be notified of the scholarship committee decision within one month of each priority deadline. If you miss the priority deadline for a cycle, you may still apply. Applicants who apply after the priority deadline will be considered for awards based on availability of funding.

Submission and Notification Deadlines

• Apply by July 1 for fall awards. Notification will be received by Aug. 1.
• Apply by Dec. 1 for spring awards. Notification will be received by Jan. 1.

 

Available Scholarships

Scholarships for Johnson County residents

K-State Olathe offers scholarships sponsored by the Johnson County Education and Research Triangle, or JCERT. Maximum scholarship amounts for programs are as follows:

• Undergraduate certificate students: Up to $1,500
• Undergraduate degree students: Up to $5,000
• Graduate certificate students: Up to $2,500
• Master's degree students: Up to $5,000
• Doctoral students: Up to $7,500

Scholarships can range from $500 to the full amount listed above. Awarded amounts depend on fund availability, merit and need.

 

 

Scholarships for new undergraduate students

New students who are admitted to the Personal Financial Planning or Hospitality Management bachelor's degree programs at K-State Olathe may be eligible for a scholarship. Priority will be given to students based on their admitted date and will be awarded while funds remain available. These scholarships are non-renewable. Prospective students should email student services to inquire about scholarships. Newly admitted students will be contacted by student services after they are admitted and prior to the start of their first semester about their award.

 

Scholarships for undergraduate transfer students

Undergraduate students who transfer to K-State Olathe are eligible for scholarships. Scholarships are either $3,000 over three years or $6,000 over three years, depending on GPA. Feb. 1 is the priority date for the fall semester for future transfer students. Dec. 1 is the priority date for the spring semester.

 

Legacy scholarships for undergraduate transfer students

First-year undergraduate transfer students who have parents or grandparents who attended K-State can apply for a $2,000 K-State Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship. These legacy scholarships are awarded each winter for the following scholastic year.

 

Scholarship for Animal Health Data Analytics and Insights students

Students in the Data Analytics and Insights in Animal Health graduate certificate program can earn a $2,000 scholarship. These scholarships are from C&F, a data and cloud solutions company located in Warsaw, Poland, that provides services to life science and regulated industries. Three $2,000 scholarships will be awarded in 2025 and three more will be awarded in 2026.

 

Scholarships for Public Health students

Graduate students who are enrolled or plan to enroll in the Master of Public Health program at K-State Olathe and who are living and/or working in Kansas are eligible for a scholarship through the K-State Public Health Program. This scholarship program prepares the public health workforce of Kansas and promotes the expansion of public health systems through strategic scholarships. Tuition and fees for up to 73 scholarships will be awarded for current and future Master of Public Health students living/working in Kansas.

 

Scholarships for Urban Food Systems students

Graduate students in the urban food systems master's degree program may be eligible for the Daniel C. and Kathy Richardson Graduate Student Support for Agriculture, Food and Related Disciplines Scholarship. Scholarship recipients will receive a one-time award consisting of $2,000 for the 2024-2025 academic year $2,000 for the 2025-2026 academic year. Students are nominated for this scholarship by their academic department.

 

 

Additional Financial Support

In addition to scholarships, K-State Olathe offers additional opportunities for financial support and assistance.

Financial Aid

The Kansas State University Office of Student Financial Assistance offers for financial support and assistance. Graduate students must be seeking a degree to qualify for federal financial aid. For more information, visit the SFA website, or contact the office at 785-532-6420 or finaid@k-state.edu.

Other Financial Support

The K-State Graduate school offers resources for students seeking financial assistance. Please visit the graduate school website for a full listing of opportunities. We encourage you to reach out to your academic advisor for your program of study to learn about other opportunities.