Scholarship Opportunity

Kansas Optometry Service Scholarship

Offered by Kansas Board of Regents

The Kansas Optometry Service Scholarship assists Kansas residents attending participating colleges of optometry who are committed to practicing optometry in Kansas after graduation. The scholarship helps offset educational costs in exchange for a post-graduation service commitment.

EssayRequired
RenewableYes
Grade LevelGraduate Student, Professional Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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2027-2028 Academic Year

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineMay 1, 2027

Eligibility

  • Be a Kansas resident.
  • Be accepted to or enrolled in a participating college of optometry.
  • Intend to practice optometry in Kansas after graduation.
  • Be willing to fulfill the required Kansas service obligation.

Requirements

  • Complete the Kansas Optometry Service Scholarship application.
  • Provide proof of admission to or enrollment in a participating college of optometry.
  • Submit all required supporting documentation.
  • Sign the required promissory note and service agreement.
  • Complete the required Kansas optometry service obligation after graduation.

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply to or enroll in a participating college of optometry.
  2. 2Complete the Kansas Optometry Service Scholarship application.
  3. 3Submit all required supporting documents.
  4. 4Sign the scholarship agreement and promissory note.
  5. 5Complete your optometry education.
  6. 6Practice optometry in Kansas to satisfy the required service obligation.

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