The state of Indiana is home about 60 public universities, two-year community colleges, and private undergraduate and graduate universities combined. Whether you’re a high school senior looking at attending a Indiana college or university, or you’re a current college student at one of Indiana, many institutions, this post highlights many great scholarships and resources for you to take advantage of.
Let's go over a few of Indiana's best scholarships for students.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31
While our quarterly scholarship is not exclusive to Indiana students, it’s a great no-essay scholarship to apply for in addition to the scholarships on this list! Open to high school, college, and graduate students of all years. DACA students are also encouraged to apply.
Amount: $50,000
Deadline: Monthly
Details: This monthly scholarship is open to all high school and college students! Just fill out one simple registration form.
Amount: Full-ride
Deadline: Varies
Eligibility:The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program is an incredible, full-ride scholarship opportunity that is exclusively available to undergraduate Indiana residents who have graduated from an Indiana high school.
Amount: $8,000
Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility:For the opportunity to win an $8,000 scholarship, submit a video or written essay about an individual you know personally (who lives in your community) who has inspired you and helped you build the confidence you need to achieve your goals.
Amount: up to $10,000
Deadline: January 31
Eligibility:The Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship provides high-achieving high school and college students pursuing a career in education the opportunity to earn a renewable scholarship of up to $10,000 each year for four academic years.
Amount: $500 to $5,000
Deadline: February 6
Eligibility: Jimmy Rane Foundation scholars are students who exhibit academic excellence, leadership skills and community involvement as well as activities, awards and honors, and who have a demonstrated financial need in order to attend college.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: February 15
Eligibility: This scholarship provides tuition assistance to students planning to pursue a degree in performing arts, music, theater, dance, or production who reside in Indiana or Michigan.
Amount: Multiple -$1,000
Deadline: March 1
Eligibility: The Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis (JFGI) offers multiple scholarships and grants to qualified and deserving individuals. Be sure to check each one for eligibility information.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 31
Eligibility: The Indiana Society of Professional Engineers Scholarships are open to Indiana college sophomores, juniors, and seniors pursuing a course of study in engineering.
Amount: $2,150 to $12,400
Deadline: April 15
Eligibility: The Frank O'Bannon Grant grant is designed to provide access for Hoosier students to attend eligible public, private, and proprietary postsecondary institutions. Eligibility for the grant is based on financial need as determined by the FAFSA.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline:April 25
Eligibility: The Linda Craig Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships for undergraduate college students presently enrolled in an Indiana college or university. The scholarship is awarded to deserving students with an academic major of physical therapy, athletic training and/or related.
Amount: $20,000
Deadline: April 26
Eligibility: Anthony Munoz Scholarship Fund awards multiple $20,000 scholarships to select Tri-State (Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio) high school seniors. Recipients must meet several requirements to apply for this scholarship. This includes but is not limited to: Attend a high school in the Foundation’s Area of Impact; Attending an eligible Tri-State college or university with a freshman status; Display a desire to overcome adversity and demonstrate a financial need.
Amount: $1,000 (10 available)
Deadline: April 30
Eligibility: The ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship is open to high school seniors, and parents of students, who are residents of Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota or Wisconsin.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: June 21
Eligibility: Midwest Association of Golf Course Superintendents Scholarship provides financial assistance to children and grandchildren of members of the Midwest Association of Golf Course Superintendents (MAGCS) who are interested in attending college in any state.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: June 30
Eligibility: The Charles A. Holt Scholarship is seeking students who are passionate about resource conservation and environmental education. If you’re currently pursuing a major or minor in a conservation-related field, we encourage you to apply!
Amount: Amount Varies
Deadline: July 31
Eligibility: 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!
Amount: Varies
Deadline: August
Eligibility: The Indiana Commission for Higher Education provides scholarships for minority students (defined as Black and Hispanic or Latino people) who want to teach in an accredited institution in Indiana after graduation. The student must agree in writing to work in teaching positions in Indiana and, if employed, serve there for at least three years.
Amount: $4,000
Deadline: August 31
Eligibility: The Mitch Daniels Early Graduation Scholarship is a one-time $4,000 scholarship for students who graduate from a publicly supported high school at least one year early. The scholarship may be used toward tuition and fees and any remaining funds shall be remitted to the student.
Amount: $20,000
Deadline: September 16
Eligibility: This $20,000 scholarship is offered to Clark County high school seniors who have a minimum 2.8 GPA and are on track to graduate with a minimum Core 40 diploma or equivalent.
Amount: $20,000
Deadline: September 16
Eligibility: The Judith Hayes Scholarship is awarded to graduating seniors from a high school in greater Clark County, Indiana. Students who are pursuing a degree in nursing or teaching are encouraged to apply.
A great resource for Indiana students comes from the Indiana Commission for Higher Education. Students can access a lot of great resources on the site by completing the online form to apply.
Indiana student debt snapshot
According to the Department of Education, Indiana residents owe $29.7 billion in federal student loan debt with student borrowers, owing on average $33,270. 48.4% of these loan borrowers are under the age of 35 and 14.9% of all state residents have student loan debt.
When looking for ways to fund your higher education journey, remember that scholarships allow you to take fewer loans. Be sure to apply for as many as you’re eligible. You will surely want to take advantage of any merit & need-based scholarships from colleges in Indiana.