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Lead a Legacy Scholarship

Missouri DECA
Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 12/1/2025
Closes: 2/5/2026

Lead a Legacy Scholarship provides financial assistance to high school seniors who are members of Missouri DECA, have a record of giving back through community service, and plan to attend college in any state.

Win up to
$1,000
  • Essay Required: Yes
  • Need-Based: No
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • This program is open to high school seniors who are members of Missouri DECA and can demonstrate a spirit of making a positive difference through community service.
  • Applicants must be interested in attending an accredited 2 or 4-year postsecondary institution in any state to continue their study of business administration, entrepreneurship, finance, management, marketing, or a related field.
  • Their adviser must submit a letter of recommendation that describes their character and service to others.
  • Students must submit an essay on their philosophy of giving back and their plans to help future Missouri DECA members; another essay on their career plans and goals for the future; a list of honors, awards, and leadership positions through involvement in DECA and other schools, work, and community organizations; a list of volunteer service activities; transcripts; 3 letters of recommendation; and ACT or SAT scores.

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: MO
    Intended Area of Study
    Entrepreneurship, Marketing
    Affiliations
    DECA

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