Undergraduate Education Grant

Undergraduate Education Grants

All required supporting documents may be faxed to 620-342-4701 or emailed to jonesfdn@gmail.com. If unable to provide via fax or email, enclose COPIES of all information in a secure envelope labeled for Jones Foundation and deposit in drop box located in drive-thru on north side of building. Due to you providing sensitive information please DO NOT leave your information with other offices within the building and do not provide original documents as we cannot return.

The Jones Foundation assists eligible applicants (as defined in About Education Assistance) with a portion of the cost for undergraduate education at an accredited institution of their choice. There are no age restrictions and applicants may attend public, private, community or technical institutions located in or out of state, however residency restrictions do apply. Study Abroad programs and institutions exclusively offering on-line curricula will not be considered. All students must complete a new application each year as grants are awarded per academic year. Some exceptions may apply.

Undergraduate Education Grants are:

Need-based grants paid directly to institutions to help offset the costs of tuition, fees and books for fall and spring semesters (up to a maximum of eight).
Available only to degree-seeking students enrolled in no less than 12 credit hours per semester at a single institution.
Multiple family members may apply; however, an application and information specific to each student must be provided.
Not limited to one-time application. If denied previously, re-application is permitted should you so choose.

With each application, you are responsible for providing the required information listed below.

Students:

Most recent complete Federal Tax Return, if filed.
Financial Aid Award Letter for the academic year for which you are applying. This letter must include your name (cannot be handwritten) and must show amounts awarded for EACH semester.
High School Seniors provide an official copy of FINAL High School Transcript. Electronic submission is REQUIRED and MUST be emailed to jonesfdn@gmail.com.
Dependent and Independent Students provide an official transcript from last institution attended. NOTE: If currently receiving the Undergraduate Education Grant or transferring schools, provide AFTER all grades are posted. Electronic submission is REQUIRED, and MUST be EMAILED to jonesfdn@gmail.com.
Copy of State-issued Birth Certificate or Legal Immigration Status Documents, ONLY IF FIRST TIME APPLYING.

Parents:

Most recent complete Federal Tax Return. If you file a SEPARATE BUSINESS return, you must provide a copy. If MARRIED and file separate returns, BOTH are required. If you LIVE TOGETHER and both individuals file returns, BOTH are required. If you have questions, please contact the office.
Proof of all additional monthly income for previous year, i.e. cash assistance, child support, death and/or survivor benefits, SSDI, SSI, food stamps, military, retirement, unemployment.

Applying for the upcoming fall and spring semesters?

Beginning May 1, applications may be accessed for completion and submitted electronically. All applications must be submitted by the close of business on June 15. NOTE that the application alone does not satisfy the deadline! A list of all required supporting documents is included on the first page of the application and it is your responsibility to have the majority, if not all, in our office no later than June 15. Upon submitting the application, a “WAIT! You aren’t done yet!” email is sent to the STUDENT’S PREFERRED email address highlighting important deadline and required document information needed to complete the application. Remember, paper documents will no longer be accepted and must be sent via fax at 620-342-4701 or emailed to jonesfdn@gmail.com.

It is possible that you may not have all of these documents but ask that you DO provide what is available before the deadline in order to have your application considered.* It is important to note that your application will not be reviewed by the Board of Trustees until we have received ALL documents. Make sure to get remaining documents submitted as soon as they are available to avoid unnecessary delays!! At the close of business on June 15, IF the application is the only document received in our office, your application will be voided.

*High School Seniors, if your complete, final transcript is not available, DO NOT wait to apply. You don’t want to miss the deadline!

Applying for the upcoming fall semester only?

Beginning May 1, applications may be accessed for completion and submitted electronically. All applications must be submitted by the close of business on June 15. NOTE that the application alone does not satisfy the deadline! A list of all required supporting documents is included on the first page of the application and it is your responsibility to have the majority, if not all, in our office no later than June 15. Upon submitting the application, a “WAIT! You aren’t done yet!” email is sent to the STUDENT’S PREFERRED email address highlighting important deadline and required document information needed to complete the application. Remember, paper documents will no longer be accepted and must be sent via fax at 620-342-4701 or emailed to jonesfdn@gmail.com.

It is possible that you may not have all of these documents but ask that you DO provide what is available before the deadline in order to have your application considered.* It is important to note that your application will not be reviewed by the Board of Trustees until we have received ALL documents. Make sure to get remaining documents submitted as soon as they are available to avoid unnecessary delays!! At the close of business on June 15, IF the application is the only document received in our office, your application will be voided.

Applying for the following spring semester only?

Beginning November 1, applications may be accessed for completion and submitted electronically. All applications must be submitted by the close of business on November 30. NOTE that the application alone does not satisfy the deadline! A list of all required supporting documents is included on the first page of the application and is your responsibility to have the majority, if not all, in our office no later than November 30. Upon submitting the application, a “WAIT! You aren’t done yet!” email is sent to the STUDENT’S PREFERRED email address highlighting important deadline and required document information needed to complete the application. Remember, paper documents will no longer be accepted and must be sent via fax at 620-342-4701 or emailed to jonesfdn@gmail.com. reminding you of all documents required.

It is possible that you may not have all of these documents but ask that you DO provide what is available before the deadline in order to have your application considered.* It is important to note that your application will not be reviewed by the Board of Trustees until we have received ALL documents. Make sure to get remaining documents submitted as soon as they are available to avoid unnecessary delays!! At the close of business on November 30, IF the application is the only document received in our office, your application will be voided.

*High school seniors finishing school in December and are enrolled to start college in January may also apply at this time. Although your final transcript may not be available, DO NOT wait to apply. You don’t want to miss the deadline!

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