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Missouri scholarship program receives $10M boost

An addition $10.1 million has been given to the Missouri A+ scholarship program through CARES Act and supplemental funding. The money provides a cushion for community colleges facing a funding shortfall for scholarships, after seeing an increase in students utilizing the program due to COVID-19.

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson has announced that he will add an additional $10.1 million for the A+ scholarship program.

This includes $4.9 million in CARES Act funding and $5.2 million in supplemental funding to be proposed in the governor’s recommended budget.

The pandemic has meant more students are utilizing the A+ program than originally anticipated in the state’s budget. As a result, community colleges are facing a shortfall in funding for the program.

For some students, the scholarship program provides significant financial relief.

“COVID-19 has had far reaching impacts on our state, including higher education,” Parson said. “Many students across Missouri rely on the A+ program, so we are excited to be able to announce this funding and help community colleges continue providing the full A+ scholarship for all students.” 

The A+ scholarship program provides scholarship funds to eligible graduates of A+ designated high schools who attend a participating public community college or vocational or technical school as well as certain private two-year vocational or technical schools.

To get the scholarship students need good attendance, a strong GPA, and they have to mentor or tutor students.