Scholarship Opportunity

West Plains Bank and Trust Company Employee Scholarship

Offered by West Plains Bank and Trust Company

The West Plains Bank and Trust Company Employee Scholarship Fund supports graduating seniors from four participating southern Missouri high schools who plan to continue their education through full-time college-level study. Established and funded by bank employees, the program encourages young people to pursue further education and highlights career opportunities within the banking industry.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2026 Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineApril 1, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a graduating senior at West Plains High School, Liberty High School, Willow Springs High School, or Houston High School in Missouri.
  • Demonstrate academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, and/or economic need.
  • Plan to enroll in a full-time course of postsecondary study.
  • Meet all requirements contained in the current West Plains Bank and Trust Company Employee Scholarship Fund application.

Requirements

  • Complete the West Plains Bank and Trust Company Employee Scholarship Fund application.
  • Submit an official high school transcript that includes ACT scores.
  • Submit a resume of extracurricular activities.
  • Provide information about the college the applicant plans to attend.
  • Provide information about the applicant's potential degree program.
  • Have the scholarship application signed by a school guidance counselor.

How to Apply

  1. 1Obtain the scholarship application online, from the applicant's high school counseling staff, or from a West Plains Bank and Trust Company branch.
  2. 2Complete all required applicant, academic, college, and degree-program information.
  3. 3Obtain an official transcript that includes ACT scores.
  4. 4Prepare and attach a resume of extracurricular activities.
  5. 5Have a school guidance counselor sign the completed application.
  6. 6Submit the application and supporting materials by mail, hand delivery to a bank branch, or email according to the current application instructions.
  7. 7Submit all required materials by the published deadline.