Chapman Scholars Program
$20,000
Overview
Each year the Chapman Scholars Program awards its scholarship to six incoming first-year students who demonstrate exceptional achievement both academically and through extracurricular involvement. Scholars receive financial support that covers tuition and class fees for up to 18 credit hours, on-campus residence, required textbooks, and a meal stipend for every qualifying fall and spring semester within the applicable aid year. The program emphasizes civic responsibility as a central component of personal development and of strengthening the broader community.
At Purdue University Fort Wayne, Chapman Scholars live and learn together while engaging in rigorous coursework, hands-on learning experiences, leadership training,...
Overview
Each year the Chapman Scholars Program awards its scholarship to six incoming first-year students who demonstrate exceptional achievement both academically and through extracurricular involvement. Scholars receive financial support that covers tuition and class fees for up to 18 credit hours, on-campus residence, required textbooks, and a meal stipend for every qualifying fall and spring semester within the applicable aid year. The program emphasizes civic responsibility as a central component of personal development and of strengthening the broader community.
At Purdue University Fort Wayne, Chapman Scholars live and learn together while engaging in rigorous coursework, hands-on learning experiences, leadership training,...
Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship
$40,000
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...
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...
Community Foundation of Hancock County Scholarships
$5,000
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...
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...
Charles Martin “Touch a Life” Scholarship
$8,750
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...
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...
Ball State Alumni Association Legacy Scholarships
$500
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...
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...
Jack and Carol McGann Scholarship
$1,500
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
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...
Frank O'Bannon Grant
$10,600
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...
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...
Deb Tomaro Real Estate Scholarship
$3,000
Understanding the Deb Tomaro Real Estate ScholarshipThe Deb Tomaro Real Estate Scholarship is a distinctive initiative aimed at acknowledging local students who make a difference in their community through volunteer work with non-profit organizations. The scholarship is contingent upon applicants undertaking one of our four Community Impact Projects and providing responses to a set of questions about their experience. There are no academic or financial prerequisites for this program.When is the application due?Applications for the upcoming academic year must be submitted by June 1st. Unfortunately, we cannot accept late submissions. The selection process will take approximately six to eight weeks.Who...
Understanding the Deb Tomaro Real Estate ScholarshipThe Deb Tomaro Real Estate Scholarship is a distinctive initiative aimed at acknowledging local students who make a difference in their community through volunteer work with non-profit organizations. The scholarship is contingent upon applicants undertaking one of our four Community Impact Projects and providing responses to a set of questions about their experience. There are no academic or financial prerequisites for this program.When is the application due?Applications for the upcoming academic year must be submitted by June 1st. Unfortunately, we cannot accept late submissions. The selection process will take approximately six to eight weeks.Who...
Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program
$20,000
The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program is an initiative aimed at elevating the standard of education in Indiana, promoting the positive impact of Indiana community foundations, and fostering collaboration among Lilly Endowment Community Scholars and state leaders to enhance Indiana's quality of life.The Endowment recognizes the crucial role of education in the personal, civic, and economic prosperity of Indiana's residents and communities. The program's objective is to inspire some of Indiana's brightest students to pursue higher education within the state and ultimately establish their careers in Indiana.The Independent Colleges of Indiana administers the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program, with substantial...
The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program is an initiative aimed at elevating the standard of education in Indiana, promoting the positive impact of Indiana community foundations, and fostering collaboration among Lilly Endowment Community Scholars and state leaders to enhance Indiana's quality of life.The Endowment recognizes the crucial role of education in the personal, civic, and economic prosperity of Indiana's residents and communities. The program's objective is to inspire some of Indiana's brightest students to pursue higher education within the state and ultimately establish their careers in Indiana.The Independent Colleges of Indiana administers the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program, with substantial...
Mediacom World Class Scholars
$1,000
Introduction
Mediacom values higher education and, as a company with deep community ties, wants to help customers continue their studies after high school. To assist with college-related costs such as tuition and books, Mediacom established World Class — The Mediacom Scholarship Program. Through this program, selected winners receive $1,000 scholarships.
Eligibility
- Children of Mediacom directors, officers, employees or agents are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants must be legal residents of a community currently served by Mediacom.
- Scholarship recipients may use the award at any accredited two-year or four-year college, university, technical or vocational school located in the...
Introduction
Mediacom values higher education and, as a company with deep community ties, wants to help customers continue their studies after high school. To assist with college-related costs such as tuition and books, Mediacom established World Class — The Mediacom Scholarship Program. Through this program, selected winners receive $1,000 scholarships.
Eligibility
- Children of Mediacom directors, officers, employees or agents are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants must be legal residents of a community currently served by Mediacom.
- Scholarship recipients may use the award at any accredited two-year or four-year college, university, technical or vocational school located in the...
Farm Credit Mid-America Scholars
$5,000
Are you heading to college and care about the future of rural communities and agriculture? Farm Credit Mid-America seeks students who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, community engagement and a strong commitment to promoting agriculture. Each year the organization awards scholarships to support the next generation of farmers, rural leaders and agricultural professionals.
Program overview
- Farm Credit Mid-America Scholars: This award provides selected rising college students with $5,000 in support distributed over two years. In addition to financial assistance, Scholars take part in career development and leadership opportunities that introduce them to Farm Credit Mid-America and help them grow professional...
Are you heading to college and care about the future of rural communities and agriculture? Farm Credit Mid-America seeks students who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, community engagement and a strong commitment to promoting agriculture. Each year the organization awards scholarships to support the next generation of farmers, rural leaders and agricultural professionals.
Program overview
- Farm Credit Mid-America Scholars: This award provides selected rising college students with $5,000 in support distributed over two years. In addition to financial assistance, Scholars take part in career development and leadership opportunities that introduce them to Farm Credit Mid-America and help them grow professional...
Customer Agricultural Scholarship
$1,500
Intro
Calling all students preparing for college: Farm Credit Mid-America seeks the next wave of rural leaders, future farmers, and anyone committed to advancing agriculture. Each year we award scholarships based on academic achievement, leadership, community involvement and a demonstrated passion for promoting agriculture.
Who can apply
- Farm Credit Mid-America Scholars: students majoring in agriculture.
- Customer Scholarship: students preparing for careers in agriculture or occupations that support rural communities.
Application process and requirements
- Applications are accepted only online.
- The online form takes about 10–30 minutes to complete and must be finished in a single session.
-...
Intro
Calling all students preparing for college: Farm Credit Mid-America seeks the next wave of rural leaders, future farmers, and anyone committed to advancing agriculture. Each year we award scholarships based on academic achievement, leadership, community involvement and a demonstrated passion for promoting agriculture.
Who can apply
- Farm Credit Mid-America Scholars: students majoring in agriculture.
- Customer Scholarship: students preparing for careers in agriculture or occupations that support rural communities.
Application process and requirements
- Applications are accepted only online.
- The online form takes about 10–30 minutes to complete and must be finished in a single session.
-...
