Indiana Scholarships for High School and College Students

Over $8 Million in Scholarships Awarded Since 1991 Generous community donors have chosen to reinvest in local students through MCCF. Thanks to their contributions, the foundation has distributed 5,512 scholarships totaling $8,456,483 since 1991. Who is eligible Scholarships are available to students associated with Montgomery County high schools, including Crawfordsville High School, North Montgomery High School, and Southmont High School. Opportunities also exist for non-traditional applicants — for example, students already in college or individuals returning to higher education. Application window MCCF Standard Application and Non-Traditional Scholarships Opens: October 15, 2025 Closes: January 15, 2026 How to apply Step 1...

Overview This scholarship is available to Indiana 4-H members who plan to enroll at Purdue University as incoming freshmen or as transfer students for the fall term. Eligible applicants must be pursuing a major in the College of Agriculture or one of the specified majors in the College of Health and Human Sciences (see Major List below). Selection will be based on the applicant’s 4-H record, academic ability, and financial need as determined by Purdue’s Division of Financial Aid (DFA). Who is eligible - Indiana residents who are either - high school seniors, or - current post‑secondary students who will...

Overview The Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship awards high-achieving Indiana high school and college students up to $10,000 per year, renewable for as many as four academic years. Recipients agree to teach full-time for five years at an eligible Indiana school after graduation; if they do not fulfill the service obligation, the scholarship funds received will be converted to a prorated loan that must be repaid. Who may apply (basic eligibility) - Indiana resident. - U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen. - Current Indiana high school senior or an Indiana college student (freshman or sophomore students are eligible). - Graduate...

Introductory overview The JCREMC Academic Scholarship Program supports graduating high school seniors who plan to continue their education or vocational training and helps promote understanding of the cooperative business model. For 2026, JCREMC will award three scholarships of $2,000 each to qualifying local seniors whose parent or guardian is a JCREMC member and who intend to enroll at an in-state college, university, or trade school after graduation. Who may apply - Graduating seniors from local high schools whose parent or guardian holds JCREMC membership. - Applicants must plan to attend an in-state institution (college, university, or trade school) following high...

Introduction The Community Foundation of Hancock County (CFHC) is a nonprofit based in Hancock County, Indiana, partnering with local organizations to help shape the county’s future. As a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charity, CFHC’s core mission is to serve donors and the broader community by offering flexible, efficient, and tax-advantaged ways to make charitable gifts that maximize impact. How CFHC operates CFHC accepts contributions from individuals, families, businesses, civic groups, and other foundations. Gifts are invested and the resulting earnings are distributed according to donor instructions or used to address community needs. Those distributions typically take the form of scholarships for...

Provide your email and the year you expect to graduate high school, and we’ll send updates about new scholarship openings and application deadlines. Please note that most of our awards require applicants to be residents of St. Joseph County. About our scholarships The Community Foundation of St. Joseph County manages more than 60 scholarship funds and awards nearly $1 million to local students each year. These awards support students pursuing further education through direct financial scholarships and internship opportunities. Eligibility for individual scholarships can depend on factors such as the student’s high school, GPA, intended major, college choice, and other...

For more than a century, Ball State University graduates have been influential pioneers who make lasting contributions worldwide. Each year the university recognizes outstanding alumni — those who have given notable service and support to Ball State, achieved excellence in their careers, or performed distinguished service to their communities — with a series of awards. Nominations - Nominations are accepted year-round and remain active for three years. To be considered for the awards in the current cycle, nominations must be submitted by February 28. Selection Committee - Recipients are chosen by the Alumni Awards Committee of the Ball State University...

Introduction The AHEPA-DOP District 12 Foundation is committed to expanding access to higher education, fostering cross-cultural exchange, and supporting charitable initiatives. The foundation also seeks to cultivate civic-mindedness and personal achievement while upholding American values such as family, participatory democracy, and free enterprise. Application deadline and how to submit All application materials must be received by March 15, 2026. Email your completed application and every supporting document to ahepa.dop12.scholarships@gmail.com no later than that date. Application requirements and completeness Applicants must fill out the application form and review all instructions, rules, and eligibility criteria carefully. Incomplete submissions will be disqualified. Be...

Summary A single-year renewable scholarship of $1,250 (applied to tuition and mandatory fees) is awarded annually to a qualified female graduate from the South Bend Community School Corporation who is beginning her freshman year at Ivy Tech Community College’s South Bend campus. Eligibility - Must be a female graduate of the South Bend Community School Corporation. - Entering as a first-year (freshman) student at Ivy Tech Community College. - Intending to pursue post-secondary studies at the Ivy Tech South Bend campus. - Hold a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. Award Amount and Frequency - $1,250 per academic year, designated...

Overview This scholarship supports women and students from underrepresented racial/ethnic groups who are enrolled at Indiana University South Bend and meet the criteria below. Eligibility - Must be female and/or a minority student attending Indiana University South Bend - Resident of St. Joseph County - Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 - Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours each semester - Demonstrate financial need (completion of the FAFSA is required) - Preference given to applicants whose tuition and fees are not already covered by other gift or grant aid Award Details - At least one scholarship of $1,500 will be...

Overview The Frank O'Bannon Grant consists of two awards — the Higher Education Award and the Freedom of Choice Award — and helps Hoosier students attend eligible postsecondary schools (public, private, or proprietary) in Indiana. Award eligibility is determined by demonstrated financial need on the FAFSA. Funds can be applied to tuition and regularly assessed fees. Eligibility (summary) - Indiana residency established by December 31 of the year prior to the aid application and maintained for the entire academic year. - U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen. - High school graduate or holder of a GED. - Must attend, or intend...

Introduction The Linda Craig Memorial Scholarship was created to honor the memory of Linda Lorraine Sharvelle Craig by David Craig (former Indiana Pacers athletic trainer and team administrator) and Dr. John Abrams. The award is funded by individuals who wish to commemorate Linda and sustain her legacy. Each year three scholarships of $2,500 each are granted for use at an accredited Indiana institution — either a four-year college or university or a two-year junior/community college. Eligibility and Use of Funds - Three recipients are chosen annually. - Each scholarship is $2,500. - Awards must be applied toward attendance at an...