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KC Scholars Focusing on Diversity in the Workforce

KC Scholars Every year, KC Scholars eagerly awaits the opportunity to celebrate and honor the achievements of their scholarship awardees. This year was particularly special as the organization went above and beyond to surprise and recognize all their scholars. With a dedicated team and a heartwarming approach, KC Scholars orchestrated a memorable Annual Surprise Award …

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Celebrating Excellence: KC Scholars Annual Surprise Award Day

KC Scholars Every year, KC Scholars eagerly awaits the opportunity to celebrate and honor the achievements of their scholarship awardees. This year was particularly special as the organization went above and beyond to surprise and recognize all their scholars. With a dedicated team and a heartwarming approach, KC Scholars orchestrated a memorable Annual Surprise Award …

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The impact of scholarships on underserved communities

KC Scholars Scholarships have the power to transform the lives of individuals from underserved communities. Education is a key factor in breaking the cycle of poverty and scholarships provide the financial assistance necessary to make education accessible to those who may not otherwise be able to afford it.  Exploring the impact of scholarships on underserved …

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I Don’t Know What To Major In – How Do I Pick A Major That I Actually Want?

KC Scholars What should I major in? This question rattles around students’ brains for the years approaching college, and it can honestly be very stressful. It is a big question and can be the jumping-off point for your life and career. The last thing you want to do is choose something you won’t enjoy or …

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Why would you choose a career training program?

KC Scholars Choosing a career training program can be a significant decision in one’s academic and career journey. A credential program is a specialized education and training program that prepares individuals for a specific profession or industry by providing them with the necessary skills and knowledge. There are several reasons why someone might choose to …

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KC Scholars Announces Newly Elected Board of Directors Members: Michael Roane and Beto Lopez

KC Scholars KC Scholars Announces Newly Elected Board of Directors Members: KC Scholars provides scholarships to local high school students and adult learners to make college a reality and positively impact the Kansas City region’s economy and workforce KANSAS CITY, Mo. (June 17, 2020) — KC Scholars announced the election of Michael Roane and Beto …

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Welcome Jeff Simon

KC Scholars Jeff Simon Elected to KC Scholars Board of Directors   KC Scholars is excited to announce the election of Jeff Simon to the board of directors, starting a three-year term on July 1, 2021. Jeff Simon is the Office Managing Partner at Husch Blackwell in Kansas City. Jeff is a known and respected leader …

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Qualified Educational Expenses

Each Scholar’s financial aid package is unique, and we encourage Scholars to connect early with their institution’s financial aid office to understand their financial aid package and the institution’s process for distributing scholarship funds. Scholars should contact KC Scholars for questions specific to their KC Scholars Funding. Generally, the first cost covered by KCS funds …

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