Kris Paper Legacy Scholarship for Women in Technology in USA
The Kris Paper Legacy Scholarship for Women in Technology supports female students pursuing careers in technology-related fields. The scholarship is awarded annually to graduating high school seniors and returning college students from the greater Kansas City area who demonstrate academic excellence, financial need, and a commitment to community service.
The scholarship helps women continue their education at two-year or four-year colleges, universities, vocational schools, or technical institutions while encouraging greater participation in technology careers.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United States
- Scholarship Name: Kris Paper Legacy Scholarship for Women in Technology
- Degree Level: Undergraduate, Vocational, Technical
- Eligible Subjects: Technology-Related Programs
- Scholarship Value: $1,500
- Number of Awards: 1
- Eligible Nationality: Domestic Students
- Deadline: April 15
- Eligible Region: Greater Kansas City Area
Degree Level
The scholarship is available for students pursuing:
- Associate degree programs
- Bachelor's degree programs
- Vocational programs
- Technical education programs
Available Subjects
Applicants may study technology-related fields, including:
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Software Engineering
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science
- Computer Engineering
- Information Systems
- Artificial Intelligence
- Networking
- Other technology-related programs
Benefits
Recipients will receive:
- Scholarship award of $1,500
- Financial assistance for educational expenses
- Award payments distributed in August and January
- Support for women pursuing careers in technology
Eligible Nationalities
The scholarship is open to:
- Domestic students in the United States
Applicants must reside in the greater Kansas City area.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a graduating female high school senior or a returning female college student.
- Plan to attend or currently attend a two-year or four-year college, university, vocational school, or technical school.
- Pursue a degree or certification in a technology-related field.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Show involvement in community service activities.
- Be from the greater Kansas City area.
Application Procedure
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare:
- Completed scholarship application
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of GPA
- Financial aid information
- Essay explaining why they chose their field of study
- Essay describing current or expected financial aid
- Personal essay introducing themselves and explaining why they should receive the scholarship
- Any additional supporting documents requested by the scholarship committee
Application Process
To apply for the scholarship:
- Complete the scholarship application form.
- Submit your academic transcripts and GPA documentation.
- Provide information about your financial aid and financial need.
- Answer the required scholarship questions regarding your chosen field of study.
- Write the required personal essay explaining your background and why you are a strong candidate.
- Submit all application materials before the application deadline.
Why Apply for This Scholarship?
The Kris Paper Legacy Scholarship for Women in Technology provides financial assistance to talented women pursuing careers in technology. Beyond reducing educational costs, the scholarship recognizes academic achievement, leadership, financial need, and community involvement, helping recipients move closer to successful careers in the growing technology sector.
