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    The Edward Jones Scholarship

    Urgency: HighEasy

    The Edward Jones Scholarship offers $12,000 to eligible students from the St. Louis area and certain counties in Illinois who participate in selected youth development agencies.

    Apr 15, 2026

    deadline passed

    $12,000

    Award amount

    6

    Requirements

    Who can apply

    • Resident of the St. Louis metropolitan area in Missouri, or specific counties in Illinois
    • Participants of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri from certain counties
    • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree
    • Involvement in specified youth development agencies

    Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

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    Quick facts

    Status

    Open

    Field of study

    Education, Visual and Performing Arts

    Eligible institutions

    Payout method

    Not stated on the listing

    Before you apply

    AI guidance

    Things to double-check on the official page.

    Important checks

    • Verify participation in eligible youth development agencies
    • Confirm residency requirements
    • Check financial need documentation

    Missing or unclear on the listing

    • Specific application steps

    Next steps

    AI guidance

    A short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.

    1. Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
    2. Prepare the listed materials (1 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
    3. Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
    4. Apply through the official site linked above.

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    Application tips

    AI guidance

    Listing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.

    • Gather necessary documents early
    • Ensure GPA meets the minimum requirement
    • Apply before the deadline

    Key requirements (6)

    Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

    Financial need
    • Minimum 2.00 GPA.
    • Resident of the St. Louis metropolitan area in Missouri, or Bond, Calhoun, Clinton, Jersey, Macoupin, Madison, Monroe, or St. Clair counties, Illinois, **OR**.
    • Participants of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri who reside in Cape Grardeau or Scott counties, Missouri.
    • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree.
    • Participate in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri, Boys Hope Girls Hope of St. Louis, Boys & Girls Club of Greater St. Louis, Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School, College Bound St. Louis, Girls Inc. of St. Louis, or LifeWise STL.
    • Demonstrate financial need.

    Required documents

    Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.

    • Financial documentation (if required)

    Applying

    Applications are due by April 15, 2026. Ensure all eligibility criteria are met.

    Award & payment

    Amount: $12,000

    Payout: Not stated on the listing

    About the provider

    Overview

    This scholarship supports students pursuing professional certifications or degrees while demonstrating financial need.

    Sponsor & application

    Information last verified Apr 1, 2026.

    Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.

    FAQ

    Who can apply for this scholarship?
    Residents of the St. Louis metropolitan area or specific counties in Illinois, and participants of certain youth development agencies.
    Is financial need a requirement?
    Yes, applicants must demonstrate financial need.