Top 48 Indiana Scholarships in May 2024

Are you an Indiana resident who plans to enroll in an in-state postsecondary institution? If so, the Frank O'Bannon Grant Program may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the program awards grants to multiple Indiana residents who (1) have been an Indiana resident by December 31st of the year before applying for aid and (2) enroll/plan to enroll in a post-secondary institution in Indiana. The amount of the award each recipient receives is dependent upon what type of school (e.g. private, public, proprietary) they'll be attending, as well as their EFC (Expected Family Contribution). Eligibility for the grant is based on financial need as determined by the FAFSA, which students must complete every year for the possibility of renewal. If you're an Indiana resident who will be pursuing an in-state school, keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

Are you a Black, college-bound high school senior or current college student who will be enrolled in an accredited university for this upcoming academic year? If so, you may be eligible for the Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest! Each quarter, the contest awards $8,000 to the top four (4) applicants who submit an essay (500 words or less) or a video (3 minutes or less) about how someone they know has (1) inspired them and (2) given them the confidence to achieve their goals. The scholarship is offered four times a year, with deadlines every March, June, September, and December. Bear in mind that applicants must also reside in a state with Regions Bank full-service branches to apply. To find out whether or not your state is eligible, keep on reading. If it is, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Alberta C. Kaufman Scholarship is a tribute to the late mother of Attorney Marshall Kaufman, who encouraged her son to further his education and eventually attend law school. It is in that spirit of support that Attorney Marshall Kaufman is sponsoring this scholarship that will award $1,000 to two students planning to pursue a postsecondary degree after their high school graduation. Both graduating high school seniors and current college students who are residents of Kentucky or Indiana are eligible. To apply, submit an essay about someone who positively influenced your life and how that will impact your future. This scholarship is a great opportunity to honor the legacy of Alberta C. Kaufman and receive financial support for your education. Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

The Sue Marsh Weller Memorial Scholarship Fund provides funding for at least one scholarship for applicants entering or currently enrolled in an ALA-accredited program of graduate study specializing in children's librarianship with plans to work with children or youth. Three letters of recommendation are required. A video recording that takes the place of an interview, helping the committee know the applicant, is also required. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Esther Schlundt Memorial Scholarship Fund is a great opportunity for those pursuing a career in library and information science. This scholarship is open to those who are entering or currently enrolled in an ALA-accredited graduate degree program, seeking a Library Technical Assistant Associate Degree, or enrolled in courses in an approved public library certification program. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation and a video recording that takes the place of an interview. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The 21st Century Scholarship is an incredible opportunity for income-eligible Indiana middle schoolers to apply to receive up to four years of paid tuition at an eligible Indiana college or university. Starting in seventh or eighth grade, students are connected to the Scholar Success Program and provided with resources to help them prepare for college and career success. Once in college, Scholars receive support to complete their degrees and connect with career opportunities. If you're a proud Hoosier looking to attend an in-state college, don't pass this opportunity up!Show Less

The Adult Student Grant is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of working adults starting or completing a degree or certificate at Ivy Tech Community College or Vincennes University by providing a $2,000 grant. The grant may be used toward tuition and regularly assessed fees. To be eligible, applicants must: (1) be an Indiana resident and a U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen, (2) be financially independent as determined by the FAFSA and demonstrate financial need, (3) be enrolled, or plan to enroll, in a course of study leading to an associate, first bachelor's degree, or a certificate at Ivy Tech Community College or Vincennes University, and (4) maintain satisfactory academic progress as defined by your institution. To apply, students must submit the FAFSA and an Adult Student Grant. If you're an adult student at Ivy Tech Community College or Vincennes University, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a college-bound, Muslim high school senior from Plainfield or Indianapolis, Indiana? If so, consider applying for the Plainfield Muslim Women for Better Society Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $500 to five (5) Muslim high school seniors who also hold a minimum 3.5 GPA and who have completed at least ~20 hours of community service. Applicants also must demonstrate a previous history of helping other students (e.g. mentoring a student, or standing up against bullying). If you're a Muslim high school senior from Plainfield or Indianapolis who is passionate about helping others, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Each year, the Little Miami Brewing Native American Scholarship Award seeks to pay tribute to Native American history by providing assistance to the upcoming generation of Native students, enabling them to pursue their aspirations in higher education. The scholarship is funded by The Little Miami Brewing Company, who knows that preserving Native American history while uplifting future generations is of utmost importance. Throughout history, the Native American community has faced oppression and neglect, resulting in limited financial resources and a lack of collegiate guidance for individuals of Native American descent. Consequently, Native American students often encounter immense challenges in finding the necessary financial and social support to thrive in college. This scholarship gives The Little Miami Brewing Company a chance to give back and support the Native American collegiate community. It is open to all Native American, college-bound, high school seniors in Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. To apply, share your personal journey as a Native American and how your heritage has profoundly influenced your life.Show Less

Are you a high school senior or college freshman, sophomore, or junior from Illinois or Indiana who has a passion for agriculture? If so, the Jenner AG Furthering AG Education Scholarship Program may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship is awarded to multiple Illinois and Indiana residents who are currently or will soon be pursuing an agriculture degree. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply and sow the seeds towards success! Keep on reading to learn more, and watch your dreams blossom.Show Less

The William A. Crawford Minority Teacher Scholarship is open to Black and Hispanic/Latine individuals from Indiana who are planning to teach in an accredited school in Indiana upon graduation. Applicants must be first-time undergraduate students and must agree in writing to apply for teaching positions in Indiana and, if hired, teach in Indiana for at least three years. To renew the scholarship for subsequent academic years, a recipient must reapply for the scholarship each year and maintain the cumulative grade point average (GPA) required for admission to the institution’s school of education or at least a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent if the school does not require a minimum GPA. If you're an aspiring Black or Hispanic/Latino teacher from Indiana, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a college-bound high school senior, high school graduate, or current two-year college student with a passion for making your community and the world around you a better and more accepting place? Further, do you reside in and are willing to attend an Act Six Program College in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Tacoma-Seatlle, Yakima Valley, Portland-Salem, Spokane (WA), Chicago, or Indianapolis? If so, you may be eligible for Act Six! Act Six is a leadership and scholarship program that brings together diverse, multicultural cadres of young people who want to use their college education to make a difference on campus and in their communities at home. Each year, they award multiple full-ride scholarships to help the top applicants thrive in college and beyond. To apply, interested students must complete the Act Six Interest Form, then add "Act Six" to their "My Colleges" List on the Common Application, and submit the Common Application. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less