Walter Byers Scholarship

Walter Byers Scholarship

Funder: Kansas Rural Communities Foundation

Overview: This scholarship was established by Mr. Walter Byers, the first executive director of the NCAA and a long-time rancher from the Emmett, Kansas area.

Geographic Scope

• High school graduates from Pottawatomie, Wabaunsee, Jackson, or Nemaha counties
• Kansas residents for at least four years prior to receipt of the scholarship
• Can attend any college or university in the United States

Eligibility Criteria

• High school senior from Jackson, Nemaha, Pottawatomie or Wabaunsee counties
• Kansas resident for at least four years prior to receipt of the scholarship
• Grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• 3.0 GPA must be maintained in college for renewal
• Evidence of financial need required

Award Details

• Scholarship may be renewed through college as long as student maintains 3.0 GPA
• Can extend to post-graduate studies in a field other than law or veterinary medicine
• Special consideration given to applicants with financial need

Contact Information

Kansas Rural Communities Foundation P.O. Box 396 Wamego, KS 66547 Phone: (785) 456-8444