JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Women Legislators of Missouri (WLM) Caucus, a bipartisan
group of women House and Senate members, has announced its annual education scholarship
program for female high school seniors.
The WLM scholarship program was established to support the higher education goals of female high school seniors. Each year, the program awards
$1,000 scholarships to female seniors to offset their college and post-secondary education costs.
“As female elected leaders, it’s our goal to help young women pursue their career goals and
expand their leadership skills,” said Senator Maggie Nurrenburn, District 17. Women serving in
the Missouri House and Senate partner to raise money for the scholarships and honor the
recipients at a recognition ceremony in the Missouri Capitol.
“This is a wonderful opportunity for young women to earn a scholarship and meet women
leaders and legislators from across the state at our annual award ceremony at the Capitol,” said
Senator Maggie Nurrenbern, D-Kansas City.
The application period is now open through March 23, 2026. The link to the application is
available at My Scholarship Central.
Applicants must be female, a Missouri high school senior, a U.S. citizen, and set to graduate from a public or private high school or
homeschool in 2026.
Applicants will submit a 500-word essay and a biography that highlights academic, leadership, or community service experiences.
“This scholarship program helps bring attention to enterprising and community-involved young
women across our state and connects them to legislative leaders from their districts and beyond,” said Rep. Sherri Gallick, District 62. “It’s our hope these awards can be a springboard to the next
step in their future careers.”
For more information about the scholarships, email nate.taylor@house.mo.gov