Students who graduate from an A+ designated high school may qualify for state-paid financial incentives to attend a public community college or vocational/technical school in Missouri. Some private vocational/technical schools are also A+ eligible. Administration of the scholarships for the A+ Program is coordinated through the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (MDHEWD). Additional details can be found by visiting MDHEWD.

Four-year colleges and universities do not directly participate in A+. However, a rising number of Missouri schools are offering institutionally funded incentives for students who meet our program's criteria.

Overview of the Steps to Becoming A+ Eligible

• Complete the online application. 2022-23 Enrollment form is now available!
• Seniors MUST be enrolled in the program no later than the last Wednesday in September of their Senior year (2022-2023 SENIORS: the deadline to enroll in A+ is September 28, 2022!)
• Review the A+ Handbook for a full description of the program's requirements
• Once a student's online application is processed, we will email you of your acceptance to our program

Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

• Make sure you are on track to complete all A+ requirements listed in the handbook by graduation.
• If you are interested in completing your tutoring/mentoring hours during the school year or upcoming summer, make an appointment in the Guidance office.

Seniors

• Make sure you are on track to complete all A+ requirements listed in the handbook by graduation.
• Meet with A+ Coordinator no later than October to discuss tutoring arrangements

This is a student-driven program; students are strongly encouraged to closely monitor their progress and communication with A+ Coordinator if assistance is needed.

A+ Eligibility

• Have a completed A+ application on file in the A+ office
• Graduate from an A+ designated high school and attend an A+ designated high school for 2 years *Beginning with the Class of 2020
• Graduate with an unweighted, unrounded cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
• Maintain at least a 95% cumulative attendance record in grades 9 -12
• Achieve the math proficiency requirement with a score of advanced or proficient on the Algebra 1 End of Course (EOC) exam or a qualifying ACT score with a sliding GPA combination
• Perform 50 hours of unpaid tutoring/mentoring with Rockwood students under Rockwood staff supervision (Seniors: ALL completed hours must be submitted through the online tutoring log by 3:00 pm on Friday, May 26, 2023 to be part of your 50 hours)
• Maintain a record of good citizenship and avoid the use of alcohol and unlawful drugs
• Have five or less days of in school or out of school suspension
• Have a good faith effort to apply for non-payment financial aid by completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

Math Requirement

(when using a qualifying ACT score with a sliding GPA combination)

Attendance Requirement

Some absences may be eligible for review. Please review the following information for a list of absences eligible for review. Simply supply the A+ office with the required documentation for consideration. Attendance reviews will not be granted for truancy, suspension or vacation.

Post-Secondary Schools and Recognition Scholarships

Eligibile Post-Secondary Schools is a list of public community colleges and career/technical schools in Missouri where students can access A+ funding to cover their cost of tuition.

A+ Scholarships is a list of Missouri four-year colleges and universities where A+ students can receive a recognition scholarship for completing the program.