Who is eligible?

Eligibility Requirements

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If you would like to become a Kauffman Scholar, you must meet all of the following eligibility requirements to apply:

  • Enter 7th grade in Fall, 2011
  • Qualify for the Free or Reduced Lunch program
  • Live within the boundaries of either the KCMO (#33) or KCK (USD #500) school district
  • Attend a public or charter school located within the boundaries of either the KCMO (#33) or KCK (USD #500) school district
  • Earn a grade of C or better in all core subjects during the first semester of the 6th grade school year. Core Subjects are: Reading/Language Arts; Math; Science; Social Studies
  • No more than one Out of School Suspension (OSS) or two In School Suspensions during the first semester of the sixth grade year
  • Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (to receive scholarship assistance)
Kauffman Scholars Inc. admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin and without regard to other protected status as provided in its Non-Disicrimination Policy.