Trulaske Scholarships
Trulaske students receive tremendous support as the Trulaske College of Business awards nearly $1.5 million in scholarships every year.
The majority of these scholarships are endowed scholarship funds where interest earned from a gift from a company or donor funds the scholarship. Not every scholarship is awarded every year or in the same amount. Donors often define the requirements of their scholarship. Students may apply for scholarships through Scholarship Universe.
The Trulaske College of Business awards more than 450 scholarships each year. Some of the larger programs are the Sam W. Walton, Robert J. Trulaske, Sr., Ponder Scholarship, Allen Access Scholarship and Vasey Academy Scholarships.
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Ponder Scholarship
Specifically for deserving students with financial need who are pursuing a degree in the Robert J. Trulaske, Sr. College of Business. The financial value of the scholarship allows for funding up to $10,000 annually and is available to undergraduate students and 150-hour Accountancy students. The scholarship may be renewed provided the requirements are still met.
Trulaske Scholars
Robert J. Trulaske, Sr. Scholarships in Business assists exceptional students who do not meet the qualifications for Bright Flight or other excellence-based scholarship programs. The scholarship provides $9,500 per year and is renewable for a maximum of four years (eight semesters). Children of full-time active employees of the True Manufacturing Company and its related companies are given preference. Additional preference is given to students demonstrating financial need (you must fill out the FAFSA) and students graduating in the upper two-thirds, but outside the top 10 percent of their high school class. Special emphasis is placed on students who have exhibited business interests and also show evidence of leadership abilities.
Heartland Scholars
The Heartland Scholars Academy supports first-generation, rural students with the tools and skills needed to achieve academic success at Mizzou and provides them with exposure to the business world through a variety of activities over four years.
Walton Scholars
Sam M. Walton Scholarships in Business are awarded to incoming freshmen and students in the Trulaske College of Business. The primary qualifications are academic achievement and financial need (you must fill out the FAFSA). Additional consideration is given to students with an interest in retail. Recipients must progress towards a business degree, work part-time (10-12 hours per week) in retail and participate in Walton Scholar activities while attending Mizzou. This renewable scholarship provides $9,500 per year prior to graduation.
Vasey Academy
Talented first-generation and under-resourced students from urban areas* are provided with various opportunities to achieve academic success at Mizzou through the Vasey Academy. Through mentoring experiences and exposure to corporate executives, students create the foundation for their professional network while learning more about the business world. Freshmen can apply for the academy each fall semester, and students who are accepted receive a $1,000 scholarship and enroll in a one-credit course in the Trulaske College of Business.
Academy students explore opportunities in various areas of business. They also visit several companies to learn more about different career paths and business models.
*A metropolitan area with a population of a minimum of 50,000 people (per U.S. Census and State of Missouri definitions: MCDC, 2023, U.S. Bureau, 2023) and a high school class size of no fewer than 200 students.
Allen Access
The Allen Access Program identifies barriers to student access and provides scholarships, programs and other support to under-resourced students at Trulaske. The program's Allen Access Fund supports career readiness and student success by providing these students with funding for things like laptops and interview suits.
Professional Development
Professional Development Scholarships are available to advance students’ professional development opportunities. Applications will be considered to offset the cost of opportunities to promote students’ industry knowledge, business networks and professional growth. Eligible expenses may include housing or transportation for internships, conference or seminar attendance, certifications or professional attire.
Emergency Fund
The student emergency fund was created by Trulaske alumni and friends to offer financial assistance for students who encounter hardship that makes it difficult for them to pursue their business education. The fund gives targeted support in the form of short-term scholarships, emergency or temporary housing assistance, access to food, emergency transportation costs and more. It is not intended for ongoing, recurring expenses and cannot be awarded multiple times for the same emergency.
Cornell Leadership Program
The Harry and Ann Cornell Leadership Program develops leaders in business. Students admitted into this highly selective program will be involved in a series of honors-type experiences and extracurricular activities aimed at developing leadership competencies.