You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

What is a letter of recommendation?

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

What is a scholarship portal?

Community Foundation of St. Joseph County Scholarships 

The Community Foundation of St. Joseph County offers over 60 scholarships totaling $1M annually, with awards up to $5,000 for local students.

Essay

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

AAF Fort Wayne Scholarship

AAF Fort Wayne Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for full-time college students in advertising or marketing fields from select Indiana counties.

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

Katherine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture

Katherine M. Grosscup Scholarships offer up to $3,500 for horticulture students in select states. GPA 3.5+ required.

You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

Shook Construction Harry F. Gaeke Memorial Scholarship

The Shook Construction Harry F. Gaeke Memorial Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for construction students in Ohio, Kentucky, or Indiana.

You’ll be asked to show your SAI from the FAFSA.

FAFSA SAI confirmation

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

Central Indiana Community Foundation Scholarships 

Central Indiana Community Foundation offers $22,000+ in scholarships annually with a single application for local students.

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

Northern Indiana Community Foundation Scholarships

Northern Indiana Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $1,000 for local students in Starke, Fulton, and Miami counties.

Community Foundation of Wabash County Scholarships 

Explore 70 scholarships from the Community Foundation of Wabash County for students. High chances of winning! Apply now.

One Step at a Time Scholarship

The One Step at a Time Scholarship offers $1,000 to $3,000 for students in specific Indiana counties pursuing health-related degrees.

Ann Ward Fine Arts Scholarship

The Ann Ward Fine Arts Scholarship offers $5,000 to Bartholomew County seniors pursuing fine arts at accredited colleges.

Barbara W. Stewart Scholarship

The Barbara W. Stewart Scholarship offers $1,000 to $3,000 for Bartholomew or Decatur county residents pursuing higher education.

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

The Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County Scholarships 

Explore scholarships from The Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County for students pursuing education. Awards start at $3,000.

Warren County Community Foundation Scholarships

Warren County Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students with a single application. Awards start at $500+.

This application asks you to provide standardized test scores.

Test scores

You’ll need to submit a headshot as part of your application.

Photo / headshot

Kosciusko County Community Foundation Scholarships 

Kosciusko County Community Foundation offers 100+ scholarships, awarding over $500,000 annually to local students in Indiana.

CBC Spouses Essay Contest

The CBC Spouses Essay Contest offers up to $2,000 for African American high school juniors and seniors. Apply now!

Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship offers $500 to $5,000 for eligible high school students in select states.

Earl E. & Mildred L. Bless Hudson Scholarship for Education

The Earl E. & Mildred L. Bless Hudson Scholarship offers $1,000-$3,000 for Indiana students in education. Financial need considered.

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

S. Edgar & Delora L. Lauther Memorial Scholarship

The S. Edgar & Delora L. Lauther Memorial Scholarship offers $30,000 for Bartholomew County students in business fields, especially banking.

Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship

The Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship offers up to $10,000 annually for Indiana students pursuing education degrees.

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

Martha McKinney Wilhoite-Theta Chapter Scholarship

The Martha McKinney Wilhoite-Theta Chapter Scholarship offers $250 to Indiana juniors or seniors with a GPA of 2.5+. Apply now!

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

Jasper Newton Foundation Scholarships

Jasper Newton Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. One application for all awards.

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

Grant County Community Foundation Scholarships

Grant County Community Foundation offers $1,000 scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities. One application for 120+ awards.

Opportunity Scholarship for Locked Out Dreamers

The Opportunity Scholarship offers up to $80,000 for DREAMers in locked-out states to attend college. Eligibility includes DACA or TPS.

Illinois Undergraduate/Graduate Scholarship

Illinois Scholarship for full-time students in natural resource disciplines with GPA requirements. Award: $1,000.

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

Indiana Broadcasters Association College Scholarships

Indiana Broadcasters Association offers $5,000 scholarships for college students with a 3.0 GPA in broadcasting or telecommunications.

Kids’ Chance of Indiana Scholarship

Kids' Chance of Indiana offers scholarships for students with a parent affected by work-related accidents. Awards up to $250 available.

Alexander Christian Foundation of Indiana Scholarship (Graduate Students)

Alexander Christian Foundation of Indiana Scholarship (Undergraduate Students)

The Six Meter Club of Chicago Scholarship

The Six Meter Club of Chicago offers a $500 scholarship for licensed radio amateurs in IL, IN, or WI with a GPA of 2.5+. Apply with an essay.

Alberta C. Kaufman Scholarship

The Alberta C. Kaufman Scholarship awards $1,000 to Kentucky and Indiana residents with a 3.0 GPA. Essay required to apply.

Blackford County Community Foundation High School Scholarships

Blackford County Community Foundation offers $250+ scholarships for high school seniors based on merit, need, or activities. One application for 65 awards.

Blackford County Community Foundation Post-Secondary Scholarships

Blackford County Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students pursuing post-secondary education. Apply with one universal form.

AISC/Associated Steel Erectors of Chicago 

Illinois and Indiana students in Civil or Architectural Engineering can apply for a $5,000 AISC scholarship. Essay and transcripts required.

Diversity Scholarship Foundation Scholarships

Diversity Scholarship Foundation offers scholarships for law students from diverse backgrounds. Apply with resume, transcript, references, and essay.

Spencer County Community Foundation Scholarships

Spencer County Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $10,000 for local graduating seniors. Apply now!

Pike County Community Foundation Scholarships

Pike County Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $3,000 for graduating seniors. High chances for local students. Apply now!

Vanderburgh County Community Foundation Scholarships

Vanderburgh County Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $10,000 for local graduating seniors. Apply now!

Gibson County Community Foundation Scholarships

Gibson County Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $6,000 for local graduating seniors. Apply now!

LaGrange County Community Foundation Scholarships

LaGrange County Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students pursuing higher education with a single application.

Community Foundation of Elkhart County Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Elkhart County offers scholarships up to $13,000 for local students. Apply via the Universal Application.

Crown Point Community Foundation Scholarships

Crown Point Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $6,400 for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!

Community Foundation of Pulaski County Scholarships 

The Community Foundation of Pulaski County offers scholarships based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now for a chance to win $1,000+!

Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne offers scholarships for local students from elementary to graduate level, with awards over $1,000.

Community Foundation of Whitley County Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Whitley County offers $500+ scholarships for local students. Apply online for a chance to win!

Increase your chances by having someone who knows you write about the great person you are.

Optional Recommendation

How do I create a resume? 

The AAF-Greater Evansville Scholarship Award

The AAF-Greater Evansville Scholarship offers $250+ for students in specific counties majoring in Advertising, Marketing, Graphic Design, or PR.

Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile Jr. Scholarship Program

The Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile Jr. Scholarship offers $5,500 for eligible students in select counties with a 3.0 GPA or higher.

How do I get started with FAFSA?

Marshall County Community Foundation Scholarships

Explore diverse scholarships for high school seniors and college students in Marshall County. Apply now for awards starting at $250!

Unity Foundation of La Porte County Scholarships

Unity Foundation offers scholarships up to $1,800 for local students. Apply online with essays and recommendations.

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it? 

CBC Spouses Education Scholarship

The CBC Spouses Education Scholarship offers $2,500 to $20,000 for Black high school seniors pursuing higher education. Apply now!

AAF Annual Scholarship

The AAF Annual Scholarship offers over $4,000 for students in specific counties pursuing Advertising, Marketing, or related fields.

Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation Scholarships

Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation offers 950+ scholarships for Greater Cincinnati students with financial need. Average award: $1,500.