Scholarship Awarding University:
Type of degree:
Bachelor’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on 1st of March, 2025.
Scholarship Summary:
Each year, the H&R Block Foundation, partnering with Donnelly College, awards scholarships to a number of Donnelly students (US citizens and residents only) as part of the Henry W. Bloch Scholars Program.
This scholarship provides the opportunity to earn an associate’s degree from Donnelly College and continue on to the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) or Rockhurst University to earn a bachelor's degree. This award is available to ALL students planning to enter a standard undergraduate program at UMKC, not just those planning to enter the Bloch School of Management, after earning an associate degree at Donnelly.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
Students are selected to receive this prestigious scholarship based on review of the following criteria:
• Have financial need and be Pell grant eligible, and not be considered for traditional scholarships due to past academic performance or life circumstances.
• Be a graduating high school senior, have a GED/HiSET, plan to transfer to Donnelly to earn an associate degree, or be a current Donnelly student with no more than 30 credit hours earned toward an AA degree.
• Plan to attend Donnelly College. Student must be pursuing an associate degree at Donnelly and have intent to complete their bachelor’s degree at UMKC.
• Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States and reside in the Kansas City metro area (Wyandotte, Johnson, Jackson, Clay, or Platte counties).
Value of Scholarship:
Recipients receive the following;
• Funds to pay for 100% of tuition and fees each semester (Scholarship is renewable for up to six semesters at Donnelly and up to six semesters at UMKC)
• A personal coach to help you learn the ropes and stay motivated.
• The opportunity to continue your education and renew your scholarship at UMKC when you complete your Associate in Arts degree (General) with an emphasis in Liberal Arts from Donnelly College.
Scholarship Application Guide:
All application steps must be completed and submitted by March 1, 2025 to be considered for the Henry W. Bloch Scholars Program.
1. Complete Donnelly’s Free Application for Admission.
2. Complete the Henry W. Bloch Scholars Program Application.
3. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for 2025-26 and list Donnelly’s school code – 001914. Include a copy of your Student Aid Report (SAR) with your application.
4. Include a letter of recommendation from one of the following: a principal, teacher, professor, counselor, coach, mentor, staff member, or an administrator at your current or most recent school. The letter of recommendation should be provided by someone who is familiar with your academic work and character.
5. Include a one-page essay answering the following: Tell us about yourself and why you should be selected for the Bloch Scholars Program. Address the following question:
"How will becoming a Bloch Scholar impact your educational and career goals?”Within the essay, you may identify your strengths, accomplishments, educational goals, and/or any struggles or life-changing barriers you have experienced.
6. Submit Official Transcripts – High school or GED/HiSET transcripts and all transcripts for all college coursework and institutions attended (including dual-credit and IB credit) must be sent to the Donnelly College Registrar.
- All documentation can be uploaded and attached to the applicant’s Henry W. Bloch Scholars Program Application or emailed directly to blochscholars@donnelly.edu with the subject line "Bloch Scholars Application Documents".
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Donnelly College Henry W. Bloch Scholars Program Page.