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Senator Ronnie DePasco Scholarship

Truman Heartland Community Foundation

Senator Ronnie DePasco Scholarship was established in honor of the senator. Senator DePasco achieved many notable goals, including securing funding for the Liberty Memorial, the Harry S. Truman Library & Museum, the Truman Memorial Building and the historic Harry S. Truman Courthouse in Independence which has shown his love for his community and its future. This scholarship is awarded to individuals who demonstrated participation in school activities and community service.

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    Applicants must be a graduating senior from Northeast High School in Kansas City, Missouri.
  • Minimum GPA:
    2.75
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    Applicants must have a minimum ACT score of 18.
  • School:
    Applicants must be a graduating senior from Northeast High School in Kansas City, Missouri.
  • College:
    Applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate degree at any accredited junior college, college or university in Missouri.
  • Extracurricular:
    Applicants must have demonstrated participation in school activities and community service.

Application Details

  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    Two essays of 50-75 words each: One essay on your educational and career goals; One essay describing an event or situation, whether positive or negative, that has impactedyour life.
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Letter of reference from a teacher, pastor or other influential adult in your life.
  • Other Materials:
    List of school and community activities (include dates of participation, offices held, honors and awards, etc.)

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