• Scholarship Amount* $2,000
  • Administered By Sponsor
  • Applications Open* Feb 24, 2025, 12:00 am
  • Applications Close* Apr 1, 2025, 11:59 pm
  • Award Date* May 15, 2025, 12:00 am

Boatman King Scholarship Foundation

Our foundations goal is to provide financial assistance in the form of unrestricted cash scholarships for higher education expenses to students in the Saint Louis Public Schools that demonstrate a financial need.

This is a family foundation scholarship established in honor and memory of Robert Lee Boatman and Luberta King, two hardworking St. Louis citizens who were dedicated to the development of young people.

How to Apply*

  • Complete all parts of the application.  
  • Ensure a minimum 2.75 GPA and minimum ACT score of 20.  
  • Show active involvement in community activities.  
  • Demonstrate financial need.  
  • Previous recipients provide an official college transcript with a G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher.  
  • Submit applications by the deadline: April 1st.  
  • Visit the website for more information.  


Additional Eligibility Criteria

The sponsor has specified that the scholarship has the following additional eligibility criteria, or focus.

  • Seniors in St. Louis Public High Schools Entering a 2 or 4-year college or post-secondary program
  • Screening guidelines include a 2.5 GPA and community involvement
  • Financial need and integrity are essential
  • Previous recipients require a G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher for eligibility