The Rudd Foundation has created a new college scholarship program that will help Wichita State students who are also Kansas residents cover the cost of their education.
鈥淭his scholarship program is firmly rooted in the Midwestern values of humility, grit, hard work, and integrity that make Kansas and its people great,鈥� said Peter Najera, president of the Rudd Foundation, 鈥淲e are searching for some real go-getters.鈥�
Eligible students must qualify for a Pell Grant, with preference given to first-generation and underrepresented students.
The Rudd Scholarship will cover the remaining cost of attendance after all other aid, grants and scholarships are applied to a student鈥檚 account. Cost of attendance includes tuition and fees, books and supplies, and room and board.
By removing financial barriers to a college education, chosen scholars are expected to achieve a high level of excellence on campus in preparing themselves to be leaders in their profession and in their communities after graduation.
鈥淲e aren鈥檛 just looking for great students; we鈥檙e searching for those with a real commitment and drive to achieve something larger,鈥� said Najera. 鈥淥ur scholars will appreciate that this isn鈥檛 just a grant to pay bills, but a lifetime opportunity to achieve their potential if they continue to work hard.鈥�
The scholarship aspires to help Kansas minds stay in Kansas.
鈥淲e hope graduates of this program will go on to build new businesses here in Kansas, teach in our schools, lead in our communities and achieve excellence in all that they do right here in Kansas,鈥� said Najera.
In addition to carrying a full load of classes towards their degree, scholars will also participate in many developmental activities outside the classroom, network with leaders in their future professions, build strong relationships among themselves and serve to help the next generation of scholars through an active and connected alumni association after graduation.
Students must apply online at where they can also learn more about the eligibility requirements and selection criteria.
The deadline to apply for this scholarship is 11:59 p.m. CST on Sunday, March 11, 2018.
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Leslie Rudd established the Rudd Foundation in 1998 as a way to honor the Midwestern values that strengthen character and lead to a lifetime of success in business, community, and family. The Foundation gives back in meaningful ways to help both people and organizations who possess the initiative, determination, and capacity to achieve their goals and thereby make a positive impact for those around them.