We believe that college should be affordable for everyone. Luckily, there are many tech school scholarships available to students who have financial need and the initiative to apply.
Ranken provides both merit- and need-based scholarship funding to students who qualify and apply in time. We’ll also help you find a variety of scholarships for technical schools that are provided by donors and organizations. Our goal is to help students pay for their tuition, books, tools and other expenses through our many scholarship options.
When To Apply
Scholarship applications are available for download beginning April 1 each year, and will be awarded for the following academic year. Different tech school scholarships each have their own set of criteria and deadline dates. Download our scholarship guide to get all of the details on scholarships offered at the college.
Questions? Therese Velleca, Ranken’s scholarship counselor, is here to help. Contact her at 314-286-4866 or [email protected].
How to Apply
In order to be considered for any financial need-based scholarships for technical schools, you must first file your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). You can complete your FAFSA online, or visit the Financial Aid Office at Ranken for assistance.
Make Sure You’re Eligible
We want to help you get as much funding as you can, but there are a few things that can disqualify you. Be aware and make sure you can get the scholarships you need!
- Incomplete scholarship applications will not be considered. Read the scholarship instructions carefully, and make sure you’ve submitted all of the application materials.
- During the selection process, priority of funding will be given to first-time college students seeking their first degree.
- If a student is currently in default status on a previous student loan, that student will not be eligible to receive Ranken’s tech school scholarships. If you’re not sure about your loan status, or need help figuring out how to get out of default, contact our Financial Aid office.
- Late applications will not be considered. All applications must be received in the Financial Aid office by the deadline date.
Not all applicants will be awarded a scholarship. But remember: you’re much more likely to receive one or more scholarships for technical schools if you submit your application early.
| Scholarship Name | Amount | Criteria | Deadline | Application |
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| RED BUD INDUSTRIES SCHOLARSHIP | 1 - $5,800 | RED BUD INDUSTRIES SCHOLARSHIP
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June 1 |
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| The Plumbing Industry Council Scholarship | Varies | THE PLUMBING INDUSTRY COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP (For minority students in Plumbing/Pipefitting) The Plumbing Industry Council of St. Louis has donated funds to establish the Plumbing Industry Council Scholarship. This scholarship is for minority students in the day school Plumbing Technology Program and evening school Plumbing and Pipefitting Technology program. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Patty Maher Scholarship Fund for Women in the Trades | Varies | PATTY MAHER SCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEN IN THE TRADES (For female Ranken students) Patty Maher was the first woman to integrate Ranken Technical College and graduated with a diploma in Carpentry. Friends and family of Patty Maher have donated funds to create this memorial scholarship fund at Ranken Technical College to benefit Women in the Trades. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Michael K. Niemeier Memorial Scholarship | Varies | MICHAEL K. NIEMEIER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (For HVAC students) Friends and family of Michael K. Niemeier have donated funds to establish the Michael K. Niemeier Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is for 1st year students in the HVAC program. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| The Centene Charitable Foundation/McCluer High School Scholarship | 1-$9,200 | CENTENE CHARITABLE FOUNDATION/MCCLUER HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP (For students attending and graduating from McCluer High School) The Centene Charitable Foundation/McCluer High School Scholarship has been established to benefit one student who is currently attending and graduates from McCluer HS in the Ferguson-Florissant School District in St. Louis, MO. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
The Centene Charitable Foundation/McCluer High School Scholarship |
| Eric and Barb Nelson Scholarship for Normandy High School | 1 -Two-year scholarship ($3,000 per year) | ERIC AND BARB NELSON SCHOLARSHIP FOR NORMANDY HIGH SCHOOL (For Normandy HS graduates) Eric and Barb Nelson have donated funds to establish this scholarship to benefit students graduating from Normandy High School in St. Louis, MO. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| CASA Scholarship for Normandy High School | 1 - One-year scholarship ($10,000 per year) | CASA SCHOLARSHIP FOR NORMANDY HIGH SCHOOL (For Normandy HS students in the CASA program) The CASA Scholarship for Normandy High School has been established to benefit one student who is currently attending and graduates from the Center for Academic & Social Advancement program at Normandy High School. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| William Birdsell Scholarship | Varies | WILLIAM BIRDSELL SCHOLARSHIP (For any Ranken student) Funds have been donated to establish the William Birdsell Scholarship. This scholarship is for students in all majors who demonstrate financial need. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| James A. Halley Scholarship | Varies | JAMES A. HALLEY SCHOLARSHIP (For 1st year students in all majors) Funds have been donated to establish the James A. Halley Scholarship. This scholarship is for 1st year students in all majors who demonstrate financial need. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| The Boeing Company Scholarship | 3 One-year scholarships ($2500) | THE BOEING COMPANY SCHOLARSHIP (For 2nd year Precision Machining, Advanced Manufacturing and Information Technology students) The Boeing Company has contributed $7,500 to fund three scholarships for students who are pursuing a degree in one of the majors below. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Benner/Green “Learning for Success” Scholarship Fund | 1 - 2 year scholarship $10,000 per year | BENNER/GREEN “LEARNING FOR SUCCESS” SCHOLARSHIP FUND (For a student graduating from Smith-Cotton HS or Anna-Jonesboro HS) Mr. William J. Benner has contributed funds to establish the Benner/Green “Learning for Success” Scholarship Fund to benefit one student from Smith-Cotton HS or Anna-Jonesboro HS. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Ford ASSET Certified Dealership Program Scholarship | 5 - $1,000 Scholarships | FORD ASSET SCHOLARSHIP (For Ford ASSET 2nd year students) Ford Motor Company has donated $5,000 in support of scholarships for students at Ranken Technical College enrolled in the Ford ASSET Program. Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| David Ranken Scholarship | Varies | The David Ranken Scholarship will be awarded annually to students who have been accepted for admission to the College for the Fall semester. Competition is open to all students who will be graduating from high school in May and have been accepted to Ranken in a full-time (12+ hours) associate degree or certificate program. The amount of the scholarship will vary depending on the number of scholarships awarded. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Bank of America Scholarship | Varies | BANK OF AMERICA SCHOLARSHIP (For any Ranken student) Bank of America has generously donated funds to establish the Bank of America Scholarship. Application requirements: • Complete application |
June 1 |
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| The Chester M. Flegel Trust in Memory of Esther Flegel, His Mother | Varies | THE CHESTER M. FLEGEL TRUST SCHOLARSHIP In memory of Esther Flegel, his mother (For any Ranken student) This endowed scholarship fund was established in 2012. Mr. Flegel’s trust stated that he was interested in helping students achieve through education. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| William Riechmann Scholarship | Varies | WILLIAM L. RIECHMANN ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND (For any Ranken student) Helen A. Riechmann has donated funds for this scholarship in the memory of her brother, William L. Riechmann. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Arnie Knepper Memorial Scholarship Application In conjunction with The St. Louis Auto Racing Fan Club | 1 - One-year scholarship ($500 per year) | ARNIE KNEPPER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP In conjunction with the St. Louis Auto Racing Fan Club (For 2nd year High Performance Racing Technology students) The Arnie Knepper Memorial Scholarship is a $500 award for a 2nd year student in High Performance Racing Technology or a student entering High Performance Racing Technology after completing the Automotive Maintenance Technology Program. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Emerson Electric Company Scholarship | Varies | EMERSON ELECTRIC COMPANY SCHOLARSHIP (For all Ranken students) Emerson Electric Company has donated financially to establish an endowed scholarship fund at Ranken Technical College. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Nu Way-Rhomberg Scholarship | Amount Varies | NU WAY-RHOMBERG SCHOLARSHIP FUND (For 2nd semester Carpentry students) Nu Way Concrete Forms has contributed to establish a scholarship fund at Ranken Technical College for a student in the Carpentry Program. This fund was formed as an honorarium to the founders of the company and their descendants to recognize the hard work and business philosophy started by Adolph and Art Rhomberg, Sr. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| The Facility Operators and Service Providers Association (FOSPA) Scholarship | 1 - $500 | FACILITY OPERATORS AND SERVICE PROVIDERS ASSOCIATION (FOSPA) SCHOLARSHIP (For Industrial Technology students) FOSPA has donated $500 to Ranken Technical College to fund a scholarship for a student in the Industrial Technology Division. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Earl & Myrtle Walker Endowed Scholarship Fund | Varies | EARL & MYRTLE WALKER ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND (For any Ranken student) Earl & Myrtle Walker generously donated to establish an endowed scholarship fund for Ranken Technical College students. Since his graduation from Ranken’s Welding Program in 1941, Earl Walker has touched the lives of countless people through his professional and civic endeavors. His wife, Myrtle, was instrumental in the success of Earl’s business, Carr Lane Manufacturing Company. Carr Lane grew over the years to become an international supplier of airplane and machinery parts. Earl joined the Ranken Board of Trustees in 1997. In May 2006 Earl received an honorary Bachelor of Science in Applied Management (BSAM) degree from Ranken. This marked the first degree from the BSAM program. Earl passed away in 2011 leaving an enduring legacy to Ranken and future generations of students. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Anheuser-Busch InBev Scholarship | Varies | ANHEUSER-BUSCH INBEV SCHOLARSHIP (For any Ranken student) Anheuser-Busch InBev Company contributed $200,000 to set up an endowed scholarship fund for Ranken Technical College students. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| John Allan Love Foundation Scholarship | Varies | JOHN ALLAN LOVE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP (For any Ranken student, preference to Independent students) The John Allan Love Foundation was founded in 1974 by John Allan Love, a St. Louis businessman. The Foundation seeks to support St. Louis higher education institutions which contribute to the region and the country. Ranken is honored to have been selected to receive their support through this endowed fund. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| E. Desmond Lee Scholarship | Varies | E. DESMOND LEE SCHOLARSHIP (For any Ranken student) E. Desmond Lee, renowned St. Louis philanthropist, was a great supporter of education, Ranken Technical College and a longtime member of Ranken’s Board of Trustees. Mr. Lee passed away in 2011 leaving an enduring legacy to Ranken and future generations of students. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| JM Family Enterprises and JM&A Group Endowed Scholarship | Varies | JM FAMILY ENTERPRISES and JM&A GROUP ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP (For Automotive students) JM Family Enterprises and JM&A Group has contributed a total of $250,000 over a five year period, beginning in 2008. The objective of this endowed scholarship is to provide financial assistance to Ranken Technical College students enrolled in the Automotive Division. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Jeanne L. Dennis Scholarship Fund | Varies | JEANNE L. DENNIS SCHOLARSHIP FUND (For African American students) This fund was established through the generous gift from Jeanne L. Dennis to be used for scholarships to benefit African American students at Ranken Technical College. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Robert A. Gau Endowed Industrial Technology Scholarship | Varies | ROBERT A. GAU ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FOR INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY (For 1st year Industrial Technology students) Robert A. Gau, Mechanical Drafting graduate (1960), has established an endowed scholarship to provide assistance to Ranken Technical College Industrial Technology students. The scholarship is to be used to help cover the costs of tuition and tools only. First year recipients may reapply for the scholarship for their second year at Ranken. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Robert C. Jaudes Endowed Scholarship | Varies | ROBERT C. JAUDES ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP (For any Ranken student) Mr. Robert C. Jaudes has generously donated funds to establish the Robert C. Jaudes Scholarship. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Lanny Lamont Endowed Scholarship for the Manufacturing Division | Varies | LANNY LAMONT ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FOR MANUFACTURING (For 2nd semester Manufacturing students) Mary Walker established the Lanny Lamont Endowed Scholarship in honor of her father’s friend. This scholarship recognizes Mr. Lamont’s generous support of the St. Louis region, his efforts to grow manufacturing locally, his many years of business advice and loyal friendship to her father, Earl Walker. Lanny Lamont is a member of the Ranken Technical College Board of Trustees. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| The Monticello College Foundation Scholarship | $2,500 Six scholarships available | MONTICELLO COLLEGE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP (For female students) The Monticello College Foundation has donated $15,000 to Ranken Technical College. Ranken Technical College will use these scholarship funds to provide six women with $2,500 to begin their enrollment at Ranken during the Fall semester each year. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Maverick Technologies Scholarship | 1 -$1,500 | MAVERICK TECHNOLOGIES SCHOLARSHIP (For 2nd semester Electrical students) Maverick Technologies has generously donated a scholarship of $1,500 to be awarded to a student enrolled in Ranken’s Electrical Division. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Ernest C. & Ernest H. Dvorachek Scholarship | Number varies - One-year scholarship ($1,000 per year) | ERNEST C. & ERNEST H. DVORACHEK SCHOLARSHIP (For 2nd semester Electrical students) Ranken Technical College has received a donation in honor of Ernest C. & Ernest H. Dvorachek. This family gift will be used to provide $1,000 scholarships to Ranken students in the Electrical Division. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| The Home Builders Association of Greater St. Louis Construction Scholarship | 1 - $1,000 | THE HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF GREATER ST. LOUIS CONSTRUCTION SCHOLARSHIP (For Architectural, Carpentry, HVAC and Plumbing students) The Home Builders Association is funding a $1,000 scholarship for a Ranken Technical College 1st or 2nd year student who is enrolled in the Construction Division. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| The Saigh Foundation Grant | $5,000 - Two scholarships available | THE SAIGH FOUNDATION GRANT (For recent high school graduates) The Saigh Foundation approved a grant for Ranken Technical College in the amount of $10,000. This donation will be used to provide two $5,000 scholarships for recent high school graduates attending Ranken in the Fall semester following their Spring graduation. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Louis L. Seyer Scholarship | 1 - $2,000 per semester | LOUIS L. SEYER SCHOLARSHIP (For Precision Machining and Advanced Manufacturing students) In honor of Louis L. Seyer’s lifetime work and dedication to the machining industry, Seyer Industries has established an $8,000 scholarship to be used at Ranken Technical College for students entering the Precision Machining (PMT) or Advanced Manufacturing Programs. The scholarship will be awarded annually to be used for tuition, tools and books. The PMT or Advanced Manufacturing Ranken student(s) awarded the scholarship will receive $2,000 per semester in which they maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, up to the scholarship maximum of $8,000 per student. During the student’s final semester, the company may offer the opportunity for the student to work part-time at Seyer Industries. Seyer Industries will compensate the student according to their experience and abilities. In addition, the student may be offered full-time employment with the company upon graduation from Ranken. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| The Bridgeton Kiwanis Scholarship | 5 - $1,000 | THE BRIDGETON KIWANIS SCHOLARSHIP (For Bridgeton-North County students) The Bridgeton Kiwanis have established an annual scholarship for students in their immediate area seeking a technical education. The scholarship will be awarded to students who have been accepted for admission to Ranken Technical College for the Fall semester. The highest priority will be given to students who reside in the 63044 and 63043 zip codes. If there are no candidates from those zip codes, students from the following North County zip codes will be considered: 63031, 63042, 63045, 63114 and 63134. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Alumni Scholarship | Varies | ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP (For Ranken Alumni or family of Ranken Alumni) Alumni of Ranken Technical College have donated to a fund to support the Alumni Scholarship to be awarded to previous graduates and relatives of Ranken graduates. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Ranken Technical College Donor Scholarship | Varies | RANKEN TECHNICAL COLLEGE DONOR SCHOLARSHIP (For any Ranken student) Thanks to generous contributions from multiple donors, Ranken Technical College is able to offer the Ranken Technical College Donor Scholarship. Throughout the year, many individuals and their families contribute funds to Ranken to be used for scholarships. These funds are combined and awarded as the Ranken Technical College Donor Scholarship. Ranken appreciates all of our many donors*, including: Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Greater East St. Louis Community Fund Scholarship | 1 -$1,000 | GREATER EAST ST. LOUIS COMMUNITY FUND SCHOLARSHIP (For Ranken students residing in East St. Louis or Brooklyn, IL) Established in 1991, the Greater East St. Louis Community Fund is dedicated to enhancing the social, economic and physical quality of life for citizens of East St. Louis and Brooklyn, IL. The fund supports programs and services that demonstrate evidence of mitigating the effects of poverty, deprivation and social and economic inequities. Recipients may reapply their 2nd year for these $1,000 scholarships. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Dennis M. Jones Family Foundation Scholarship | Varies | DENNIS M. JONES FAMILY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP (For 1st year Ranken students from the St. Louis Metropolitan area) The Dennis M. Jones Family Foundation is a St. Louis foundation that provides scholarships to underprivileged students. The Foundation was formed in 2000 by Mr. Jones, the founder of Jones Pharma Inc. Scholarships will be awarded to Ranken Technical College students from the St. Louis Metropolitan area. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| BJ Cothran Scholarship | 1 - One-year scholarship ($2,500 per year) | BJ COTHRAN SCHOLARSHIP (For 2nd year female students) The Barbara “BJ” Cothran Memorial Scholarship Fund for Women was established by family members to provide financial assistance to academically gifted women attending Ranken Technical College. A scholarship will be awarded to a female student who is entering their 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Strippgen Education Foundation | Varies | STRIPPGEN EDUCATION FOUNDATION (For Missouri residents) Funds have been donated to establish the Strippgen Education Foundation Scholarship. This scholarship is for students in all majors who reside in Missouri and demonstrate financial need. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Ben Ernst Scholarship | Varies | BEN ERNST SCHOLARSHIP (For any student-preference to minorities) In order to honor the past president of Ranken Technical College, the Pettus Foundation has established the Ben Ernst Scholarship. Annual awards will vary based on available funding. In order to reapply for their 2nd year, recipients must have earned at least a career 3.0 GPA and at least a “MEETS” expectations in their Work Ethic grade. Application requirements: |
June 1 |
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| Gene Haas Scholarships | Varies - multiple scholarships available | THE GENE HAAS SCHOLARSHIP (For Precision Machining and Advanced Manufacturing students) The Gene Haas Foundation has contributed a grant to provide scholarship assistance to students in the Precision Machining and Advanced Manufacturing Technology programs. Both new and continuing students may apply. Award amounts will vary from $1,000 to $3,000. Application requirements: |
June 1 |