Vanderburgh County Fair Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by Vanderburgh County Fair Association
The Vanderburgh County Fair Association is committed to encouraging and rewarding the young adults of our Fair Community who seek to achieve their greatest potential. The Vanderburgh County Fair Association welcomes these young citizens to work alongside its members so that we can provide the best Fair possible as we strive to accomplish our mission of Education, Entertainment, and Exhibition.
Who may apply for this scholarship?
The Scholarship Committee will award at least 1 (one) $500 scholarship to an incoming college freshman and at least 1 (one) $500 scholarship to a full-time college student in their 2nd thru 4th year of post-secondary education. The number (and monetary amount) awarded will be determined by the donations secured for the Vanderburgh County Fair Scholarship fund. Applicants for these scholarships must exhibit involvement in the Vanderburgh County Fair. You may only receive a scholarship once per category as an incoming college freshman and a college student in their 2nd through 4th year of college. (Exception: in the 2nd through 4th year of college category, recipients may receive a scholarship more than once if there are no other applicants).
What is the timeline for the scholarship?
The submission deadline is June 30th. The interviews will be scheduled in the beginning to middle of July. The recipients will be required to attend the Vanderburgh County Fair Opening Ceremony for the public announcement and awarding of the Scholarship. The check will be made payable to the recipient in his/her name solely and will be presented during the public announcement.
Go to Scholarship Application