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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Application

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Wed, Oct 1, 2025 1:00 AM –

Fri, Oct 24, 2025 5:00 PM CDT (GMT-5)

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In recognition of Dr. King’s legacy of scholarship, service, and nonviolent leadership, the University of Missouri–St. Louis awards the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship to a student who embodies academic excellence and dedication to community service.

Scholarship applications are due no later than Friday, October 24, 2025. The recipient will receive $1,000 and will be honored at the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Observance on Monday, January 19, 2026.

Eligibility Requirements:
• Currently enrolled undergraduate student (Note. Previous winners are ineligible).
• Demonstrated commitment to community service.
• Essay based on this year’s theme – The Purpose of Education
• Participation in the annual celebration.

Students may submit an application by clicking the above flier in Triton Connect or by accessing the form via: https://forms.gle/FkPCW7kBqH3SPVeq7.
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