Between Ohio and Illinois lies Indiana, a state with a rich contribution to American History, including being the state Abraham Lincoln grew up in!  Whether your interest is in college sports, the politicians that come from Indiana, or finding out what a Hoosier is, it is a state with a wealth of great colleges to attend.

If you are an Indiana resident or just want to go to college in the Hoosier state, there are a number of Indiana scholarships available to you!

Jump ahead to:

• Top Indiana Scholarships
• Summary of Indiana Scholarships

If you are seeking Indiana scholarships, here is a list to help you get started!

Top Indiana scholarships in 2021

Harvest Land Scholarship Program

• Eligibility: Be a high school senior entering a post-high school agricultural program. Be involved in agriculture in their local community. And live or attend school in Harvest Land Co-op’s market area. 
• Amount: $1000
• Deadline: March 1, 2021

21st Century Scholarship

• Eligibility: Be United States citizens, nationals, or resident aliens. Finish Indiana’s “Core 40” diploma with academic or technical honors. Have exemplary records with a 3.75 GPA or higher. Present official test scores with a 1270 SAT or 26 ACT score
• Amount: Four Years of Tuition and On-Campus Housing
• Deadline: March 1 prior to first undergraduate semester

Marian J. Frutiger Memorial Scholarship

• Eligibility: Enroll in ISU’s Department of Art and Design full-time. Obtain a minimum 3.0 (undergrad) or 3.5 (grad) GPA. Show interest in art teacher certification for grades PreK-12
• Amount: $1,000
• Deadline: TBD (Usually March 1)

Linda Craig Memorial Scholarship

• Eligibility: Currently enroll full-time at any Indiana college or university. Have finished at least one semester with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Show outstanding character through leadership activity. Not be receiving full scholarships from other organizations
• Amount: $2,000
• Deadline: March 1, 2021

Frank O’Bannon Grant

• Eligibility: Be legal Indiana resident by December 31st of the previous year. Hold a state-approved high school diploma or GED certificate. Enroll full-time for their first associate or bachelor’s degree. Demonstrate financial need with an EFC below $5,501
• Amount: Ranging from $700 to $7,400
• Deadline: March 10, 2021

AAF-Greater Evansville Scholarship Award

• Eligibility: Matriculate full-time with 12+ credits at accredited colleges. Choose majors in advertising, marketing, graphic design, or public relations. Excel academically with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Display creative promise for the local advertising community.
• Amount: $5,000
• Deadline: March 23, 2021

Hammond Tri Kappa Scholarships

• Eligibility: Be United States citizens living in Hammond, Indiana. Graduate from an area high school with good standing. Matriculate full-time at accredited junior or senior colleges this Fall
• Amount: Varies
• Deadline: March 30, 2021

CBC Spouses Visual Arts/Performing Arts Scholarships

• Eligibility: African-American or Black students who are pursuing a degree in the visual arts or performing arts.
• Amount: $3,000
• Deadline: April 30, 2021

Indiana Engineering Scholarships

• Eligibility: Be legal residents of the State of Indiana. Attend an EAC/ABET-accredited engineering school in-state. Have accrued at least 60 credits for junior or senior standing. Actively participate in extracurricular professional activities
• Amount: $1,000
• Deadline: May 1, 2021

ESA’s Youth Scholarship Program

• Eligibility: Be graduating high school seniors between 15 and 20 years old. Have a parent or guardian employed full-time by police, fire, or sheriff’s departments. Display academic excellence with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Intend to matriculate at accredited colleges the upcoming Fall
• Amount: Varies from $1,000 to $7,500. Multiple scholarships available.
• Deadline: May 14, 2021

William A. Crawford Minority Teacher Scholarship

• Eligibility: Enroll as full-time undergraduates at eligible Indiana institutions. Pursue an accredited course of study for teaching licensure. Agree to teach for at least three years at in-state, K-12 schools. Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 throughout
• Amount: $4,000
• Deadline: August 31, 2021

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program

• Eligibility: Permanently reside in one of Indiana’s 92 counties. Rank in the upper 20 percent of their high school graduating class. Pursue full-time baccalaureate study at in-state, HLC-accredited schools. Exhibit extracurricular, work, or volunteer experience
• Amount: $900 book allowance with full scholarship to an Independent College of Indiana
• Deadline: Varies, but likely late August 2021

SMRP Indiana Chapter Scholarship

• Eligibility: Permanently reside in Indiana or attend an accredited Indiana college. Pursue undergraduate study in any engineering or maintenance-related major. Be actively involved in M&R clubs and work experiences. Maintain good academic standing with a minimum 2.0 GPA
• Amount: $1,000
• Deadline: December 31, 2021

Is college free in Indiana?

No, not by default.

Does Indiana University offer merit scholarships?

 IU’s signature merit scholarships are awarded to freshmen who demonstrate high academic performance.

What is the best website to apply for scholarships?

Check out our post on the most credible scholarship websites, and yes, Scholarships360 is on it! 

Summary of Indiana scholarships

1. Harvest Land Scholarship Program
2. 21st Century Scholarship
3. Marian J. Frutiger Memorial Scholarship
4. Linda Craig Memorial Scholarship
5. Frank O’Bannon Grant
6. AAF-Greater Evansville Scholarship Award
7. Hammond Tri Kappa Scholarships
8. CBC Spouses Visual Arts/Performing Arts Scholarships
9. Indiana Engineering Scholarships
10. ESA’s Youth Scholarship Program
11. William A. Crawford Minority Teacher Scholarship
12. Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program
13. SMRP Indiana Chapter Scholarship