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Scholarships

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WELCOME!

Planning for your future can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to paying for education. But don’t worry—we’re here to help! Explore a variety of scholarship opportunities and resources to guide you through the process. Let’s take the next step toward your educational goals together!

Our scholarship coordinators are ready to guide you through the application process, answer any questions, and provide personalized support. Feel free to reach out to the coordinator at your high school for more information.

This page is organized by...

  • Rogers Public Schools Community Scholarship Program
  • Community Donors
  • Federal and Arkansas Financial Aid
  • Search Engines
  • Scholarship Lists and Resources
  • Senior Calendar

 

 

Scholarship Coordinators

 

HHS Scholarship Coordinator: Lydia Stone

RHS Scholarship Coordinator: Amy Burgireno

RALI and District Coordinator: Jennifer Pierse

 

 

Contact Us Here

 

 

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Rogers Community Scholarship Program

The Community-Based Scholarship Program, founded in 1990, is made possible by the generous support and donations of our local Northwest Arkansas community. Donors include businesses, medical professionals, service companies, clubs and individuals who believe in the potential of our students. The Rogers Development Foundation works in partnership with Rogers Public Schools and the Rogers-Lowell Chamber of Commerce to coordinate funding and the selection of scholarship recipients. 

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PROCESS:

  1. Guidebook – Coming soon! For now, start collecting recommendation letters from 2-3 adults.
  2. Apply – Open Jan. 1-31, 2027 – Create SmarterSelect Account, and upload a photo, transcript, and essay.
  3. Celebrate – Rogers Public Schools Community Scholarship Program hosts a ceremony for award recipients and community donors. This year the ceremony will be held on April 19th at the Embassy Suites Northwest Arkansas, Hotel, Spa, and Convention Center. Check in and reception at 5:30pm and ceremony and 6:00pm.

 

Thank You to All Our Community Donors!

Donor Spotlight: Buck Foundation

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Founded in 2001

“The primary focus of the Foundation is to help meet the financial needs of college students by awarding scholarships to students” in the Rogers Public High Schools.

2026 Pride of Heritage Scholar: Mia Hernandez

2026 Pride of Rogers Scholar: Arturo Perez Vega

All Community Scholarship recipients graduating from Rogers Public Schools are eligible to apply for the Buck Upperclassmen Scholarship.

Thank you, Buck Foundation!

 

This is a video featuring information about each of the donors contributing to the Community-Based Scholarship Program.

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Thank you to the members of our community for their generous support of our graduating seniors. Your donations provide opportunities for students to pursue training and higher education as they prepare for post-secondary success. 

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Thank you to the members of our community for their generous support of our graduating seniors. Your donations provide opportunities for students to pursue training and higher education as they prepare for post-secondary success. 

A woman in a blue top and a young man in a blue suit pose in front of a Rogers Public Schools backdrop.

Thank you to the members of our community for their generous support of our graduating seniors. Your donations provide opportunities for students to pursue training and higher education as they prepare for post-secondary success. 

A young man in a dark suit smiles while holding two awards in front of a Rogers Public Schools backdrop.

Thank you to the members of our community for their generous support of our graduating seniors. Your donations provide opportunities for students to pursue training and higher education as they prepare for post-secondary success. 

A young person in a dark suit stands smiling in front of a Rogers Public Schools branded backdrop.

Thank you to the members of our community for their generous support of our graduating seniors. Your donations provide opportunities for students to pursue training and higher education as they prepare for post-secondary success. 

A smiling young woman in a dark dress holds a certificate in front of a Rogers Public Schools backdrop.

Thank you to the members of our community for their generous support of our graduating seniors. Your donations provide opportunities for students to pursue training and higher education as they prepare for post-secondary success. 

A young person in a black dress stands smiling in front of a Rogers Public Schools backdrop.

Thank you to the members of our community for their generous support of our graduating seniors. Your donations provide opportunities for students to pursue training and higher education as they prepare for post-secondary success. 

A young woman in a white dress smiles while holding an envelope in front of a Rogers Public Schools backdrop.

Thank you to the members of our community for their generous support of our graduating seniors. Your donations provide opportunities for students to pursue training and higher education as they prepare for post-secondary success. 

A person stands in front of a dark backdrop patterned with logos, holding a white object.

Thank you to the members of our community for their generous support of our graduating seniors. Your donations provide opportunities for students to pursue training and higher education as they prepare for post-secondary success. 

Four people stand in a line indoors, holding certificates in front of a blue patterned backdrop.

Thank you to the members of our community for their generous support of our graduating seniors. Your donations provide opportunities for students to pursue training and higher education as they prepare for post-secondary success. 

Federal and Arkansas Financial Aid

Apply for federal and state financial aid through the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aide) and the ADHE (Arkansas Department of Higher Education). In order to be awarded these scholarships and grants, you must create an account, submit an application, and eventually, accept the award(s). Click the sections below for step-by-step instructions.

  • CREATE YOUR FSA ID:

    Your FSA ID is your username and password. You will use it every year that you are in a program and applying for aid. If you have older siblings, your parent may already have one they will use. You must have an ID to submit the FAFSA.

    • Who: The student and all required “Contributors.” (Usually a parent.)
    • What you need: A unique personal email address for each person (Students – do not use your school email.). Students and contributors cannot use the same email. You will also need your Social Security Number if you have one. 
    • What to do: Go to Student Aid account set up to create your account.

    GATHER REQUIRED INFORMATION:

    You will need the following information for students and contributors.

    • Federal Tax Returns and W-2s (2025-2026 applicants use 2023 data, 2026-2027 applicants use 2024 data, etc.)
    • Records of money earned (all types of income)
    • Records of assets (current bank and brokerage account statements, business or investment farm records, and records of unusual financial circumstances)
    • A list of schools you want to apply to (up to 20)

    COMPLETE THE FAFSA ONLINE:

    • Go to the official website: Student Aid website
    • Log in as the student to start the application. Do the student application first. The application opens on Oct. 1st.
    • Ensure all contributors provide consent and approval for the IRS Direct Data Exchange(DDX). If consent is not provided, the student will not be eligible for federal student aid. 

    REVIEW AND FOLLOW UP:

    • After you submit, you will receive a FAFSA Subission Summary (FSS) which replaces the old Student Aid Report.(SAR). 
    • Review this document for errors. If you need to make corrections, log back in to StudentAid.gov. 
    • Wait for your colleges to contact you with their financial aid offers. (Usually in the Spring)

  • The Arkansas Division of Higher Education awards many scholarships and grants to Arkansas students seeking higher education in Arkansas schools. Follow all three steps to be awarded funding. (Remember AAA.)

    1. CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT:

    On or before Oct. 1st, create your ADHE SAMS account at this link: SAMS ADHE.

    1. APPLY:

    Log into your account and fill out the application. Tips: enter that you have made a 19 on your ACT, even if you haven’t YET, so you will be considered for the Arkansas Challenge. Fill in a 32 on the ACT question if you are close and retaking the test, so you will be considered for the Arkansas Governor’s Distinguished Scholarship. 

    1. ACCEPT your award:

    You must go back into your account and accept your scholarship or grant by the due dates in order to receive your funding. The Governor’s Distinguished is due on March 1st every year. Most other scholarships are due July 1st. Check the ADHE website at this LINK to be sure. 

     

Search Engines and College Websites

National-level scholarships are open to virtually any student. They can be found on search engines and university websites. These, along with community and state level scholarships, are posted on our social media sites when they open and deadline. Watch for announcements.

 

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SEARCH ENGINES:

UNIVERSITY WEBSITES:

When applying to colleges, make sure to explore their scholarship pages. You can also check with admissions counselors to see which scholarships apply to your specific interest.

Here are some examples:

Scholarship Lists and Resources

Scholarship Calendar

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