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Bush Charles Helzberg Study Abroad Scholarship

UNIVERSITY ACADEMY FOUNDATION

Funding Amount

Up to $3,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Bush Charles Helzberg Study Abroad Scholarship

Purpose: Honors Bush Charles Helzberg's legacy by empowering UA alumni currently in college to study abroad. Provides funds to cover out-of-pocket costs related to eligible study abroad programs. Awards are based on unmet need up to $3,000.

Geographic Scope: University Academy alumni (Kansas City, MO area)

Applicant Requirements:

  • Graduated high school from University Academy

  • Current full-time college student

  • Cumulative college GPA of 2.5 or above

  • In good standing with UA Foundation and current college (no holds or debts)
  • Study Abroad Program Requirements:

  • Offered through accredited college or university

  • Must have a learning or service component

  • Preference given to programs that include college credit
  • Application & Selection Timeline:

  • Applications accepted on rolling first-come-first-served basis

  • Fiscal year runs July 1st – June 30th

  • Recommended: Apply at least 3 months prior to travel

  • Minimum requirement: Submit at least 3 weeks before travel
  • Selection Criteria:

  • Student academic performance

  • Quality of student application and essays

  • Program quality, fit, and cost

  • Demonstrated financial need
  • Key Information:

  • Award determined after applying for all school/program aid

  • Covers out-of-pocket costs (unmet need)

  • Interview scheduled with BCHS alumni advisory group and key UA staff
  • Contact:

  • Phone: 816-412-9205

  • Email: info@uafoundationkc.org

  • Address: 6814 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64131
  • How to Apply

    Application & Selection Process

    1. Apply and be accepted to an approved study abroad program
    2. Apply for aid/scholarships available through the school or program in addition to BCHS
    3. Complete the BCHS application including:
    - Essay questions
    - Program details
    - Budget breakdown
    4. Interview scheduled with:
    - BCHS alumni advisory group
    - Key UA staff
    5. Selection decision based on:
    - Student academic performance
    - Application and essay quality
    - Program quality, fit, and cost
    - Demonstrated need

      Submission Timeline

    • Recommended: Apply at least 3 months before travel
    • Minimum: Submit at least 3 weeks before travel
    • Rolling first-come-first-served basis
    • Fiscal year: July 1 – June 30

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    educationcollege-prep

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