The Kansas City Paralegal Association (KCPA) is pleased to announce the offer of two (2) $1,000 scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year.  Please click here to download an application.  The recipient of the scholarship will be announced at KCPA’s Seminar / Annual Meeting in August and in the September issue of ParaView.

Applicants must have completed one semester in a paralegal education program and maintain a "B" average across paralegal courses. Recipients are not required to maintain a “B” average across all courses, however it is preferred.

Selection will be based upon scholastic excellence, participation in campus and paralegal program leadership activities, community service, and review of a writing sample.  Membership in KCPA is not a determining factor.  Applications and supporting documentation must be received on or before July 31, 2026.  Email documents to Steven Garcia, Professional Development Director.

The award of the scholarship will be made payable to the scholarship recipient's paralegal education institution to fund the recipient's pursuit of a paralegal education.