Scholarship

GAMMA BETA CHAPTER OF KAPPA ALPHA ORDER
GREEK LIFE SCHOLARSHIP

The Gamma Beta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Order Greek Life Scholarship represents a long-term commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and the values of fraternity life at Missouri State University.

Established by the Gamma Beta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Order Housing Corporation, this endowed scholarship reflects the chapter’s dedication to investing in future generations of fraternity men. With a founding commitment of $75,000 as of May 1, 2026, the scholarship is designed to provide lasting impact, with awards beginning in 2030 or when Gamma Beta is re-established. Our aim is to grow the scholarship to 2 million by 2030, which would kick off $80,000 annually to Gamma Beta pledge and active members.

Administered through the Missouri State University Foundation, the fund is structured as a permanent endowment. This ensures that annual scholarship awards are supported through generated earnings, while preserving the principal for continued growth and sustainability. The fund remains open to additional contributions, allowing alumni, families, and friends to play a role in strengthening its legacy.

Scholarship Purpose

The scholarship supports full-time students at Missouri State University who are active participants in Greek life and demonstrate a commitment to academic achievement.

Eligibility Criteria

Recipients must:

  • Be a full-time student at Missouri State University
  • Be a member of a fraternity affiliated with the Interfraternity Council
  • Be a member of Kappa Alpha Order
  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher

Preference will be given in the following order:

  1. Active members of Kappa Alpha Order
  2. Students pledged to join Kappa Alpha Order
  3. Students pinned to join Kappa Alpha Order

Selection Process

Scholarship recipients are selected annually by the Office of Student Financial Aid in collaboration with the University Scholarship Selection Committee. Awards are determined in the spring and distributed for the following academic year.

This scholarship may be renewed; however, recipients must reapply and be considered alongside all applicants each year.

Commitment to Fairness

The scholarship is awarded without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, or sexual orientation.

A Lasting Legacy

Through careful stewardship by the Missouri State University Foundation, the Gamma Beta Scholarship will continue to support deserving students for generations to come. Annual earnings from the endowment fund are used for awards, while the principal remains invested to ensure long-term sustainability.

Donors and supporters may request annual updates on the fund’s performance and impact, reinforcing transparency and continued engagement.

Support the Future of Gamma Beta

The success of this scholarship depends on the strength of our brotherhood—and the willingness of those who came before to invest in those who come next.

We have a $75,000 endowment as of May 1, 2026, and every dollar brings us closer to ensuring that Gamma Beta men have access to meaningful financial support for generations to come.

This is your opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact.

Your gift will:

  • Help reach and fully fund the endowment goal
  • Provide annual scholarships to deserving fraternity men
  • Strengthen the legacy of Kappa Alpha Order at Missouri State University
  • Ensure that financial barriers never stand in the way of brotherhood and academic success

No contribution is too small—what matters is participation. When our alumni and supporters come together, we send a clear message about what Gamma Beta stands for.

Step up. give back. lead forward.

Make your gift today and help us reach our goal. Download the form below, fill it out, and mail it in.

Mail form to 

Missouri State Foundation
901 S National
Springfield MO  65804
 
FED Tax ID 43-1234200
 
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