Scholarships & Financial Aid

This Scholarship & Financial Aid Newsletter contains information compiled by the School Counseling Office at Hobart High School. We will post new scholarships at the top of the newsletter, and the rest will be listed in order by deadline. We will remove scholarships once their deadline has passed. Contact us with any questions! Contact information is listed below.

The Midwest scholarship program will award up to fourteen (14) scholarships. Any candidate applying for a scholarship will only be eligible to win one of the aforementioned scholarships.

Eligibility

Applicant must be a graduating high school senior who will be enrolling in college for the fall semester, or an undergraduate students in their First, Second or Third year currently enrolled in an accredited North American College or University. Applicant must be a full time student in good academic standing. Applicants must be members of the AIST Midwest chapter or the dependent of a member of the AIST Midwest chapter, or an AIST student member through the Material Advantage Student Program, within the Midwest Member Chapter area.

Selection

An impartial Scholarship Committee not connected with the AIST Midwest Chapter will select scholarships on a basis of merit.

Rules

1. The scholarship must be used at an accredited North American college or university.

2. The student must start or be continuing in the course of study, at the college or university, in the fall of the same year the scholarship is awarded.

3. The AIST Foundation will forward the scholarship stipend, as a lump sum, to the college or university for deposit in the account of the student.

4. In cases where the student’s studies or admission are delayed or interrupted for any reason, the Secretary must be advised immediately, and may result in forfeiture.

5. Students may reapply each year for the term of their college education.

Required Documents

1. A current resume with work experience and any extracurricular activities, noting any leadership positions.

2. Two (2) recommendations or evaluations from a Counselor, Teacher or Professor must be included with the application. Note: If not available by 31 January, these will be accepted via email up to 15 February.

3. A brief essay (1 to 2 pages) describing the Student’s objectives for College and Career must be submitted with this application.

4. Copy of current high school or college transcripts.

Application Forms

Return the online application along with attachments by 31 January. Any questions can be directed to the member chapter scholarship chair, Gregory Koszut.

Deadline: January 31, 2024

Click here to view the dozens of scholarships available through the Urban League of Northwest Indiana.

Deadline: differs for each scholarship

The James W. and Betty Dye Foundation was established to provide scholarships for qualified high school seniors at participating high schools in Northwest Indiana. Jim and Betty Dye Scholarships are awarded to high school seniors to recognize academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, and future potential.

The Foundation believes a better educated population will enhance the quality of life for all its citizens. The goals and ideals of the Foundation will be realized if those who benefited from the Jim and Betty Dye Scholarship program live and work in Northwest Indiana following graduation from college.

Eligibility

• US citizen
• A senior at a Porter, Lake, Newton, or Jasper county high school
• Minimum 3.5 GPA
• Minimum composite 1200 SAT or 25 ACT
• Admitted to one of the following colleges:

-IU Bloomington

-IU Northwest

-Purdue West Lafayette

-Purdue Northwest

-IU Indianapolis

-Purdue Indianapolis

-Ball State

Amounts

• $2,000 per semester ($16,000 total over four years) to 150 students
• $5,500 per semester ($44,000 total over four years) to 10 students

Please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions prior to completing the application for important information about the Scholarship. Additional questions can be directed to info@dyescholarships.org or 219-836-1100.

Eligible candidates must electronically submit the Scholarship application no later than 11:59 p.m. CT on March 1st. Supporting documentation consisting of an official high school transcript and the university admission acceptance must be included with the application. IMPORTANT – Do not use a high school affiliated email to create an account, to log-in, or as a contact email. Applications containing a high school affiliated email will be rejected.

Deadline: March 1, 2024

Applicants must:

• Be living in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam or Canada
• Be graduating high school seniors (U.S., Puerto Rico and Guam), graduating from grade 12 (Canada) or graduating from home school education in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam or Canada
• Have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent
• Plan to enroll full-time, without interruption, for the entire 2024-25 academic year at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school or CEGEP or equivalent in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam or Canada

HOW TO APPLY

Start by clicking on the Create an Account link at the bottom of this page. You will need to create a username and password to register for a student account. You will be notified through an email validation process before an account is created for you. You must use a valid email address. The final step in creating your account is to complete the information requested in the student profile.

After your student account is created and you have provided profile information, you will have access to the application. During the application process, you will be able to leave the site by clicking on the Log Out or Save and Log Out links located on the site. In order to log in, you must enter your username and password as provided when registering for a student account.

You may wish to gather the following information that will be needed for the application process:

• A list of your work experiences and involvement in school and community activities
• A current (official or unofficial) transcript of grades
• BURGER KING® employee information if your application is to be affiliated with an employee

Carefully review your application before submission. We recommend that you print a hard copy of your application to retain for your records. Printed copies of the online application should not be sent to Scholarship America or BURGER KING® Foundation.

All application pages with required fields must be completed in the format described in order to submit the application. Standard capitalization (Jill Smith, 101 Main Street, New York, NY) must be used when entering data. Once the application is submitted, no further revisions can be made.

QUESTIONS? CONTACT US!

Email: burgerkingscholars@scholarshipamerica.org
Call 507-931-8340 and ask for BURGER KING℠ Scholars.

Click here for more details!

Deadline: December 15, 2023

The 2023-2024 contest is now open!!! Before submitting your entry, please review the full contest guidelines which can be found here.

Entries should be submitted via this form by 12/31/23 by 11:59 PM CST on December 31, 2023. Please clearly label your entry with name, school, and city on a cover sheet or in the upper right or left-hand corner of the work. No identifying student information should be found within the body of the essay or within the artwork and its one paragraph description; art entries without a description will be disqualified. Students should reside in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, or Wisconsin at the time of submission. Only one entry per student per year. Winners will be announced by April 2024.

If you have any questions, please email midwest@adl.org. Thank you! Download the 2023 Contest Entry Form

Deadline: December 31, 2023

Purpose: To assist an individual nursing student to advance his or her education. This scholarship is in memory of Tricia Marie Simpson Russell, RN, and assists nurses or students who wish to advance their nursing education.

Applicant Guidelines:

1. Must be able to provide evidence of application to or current enrollment in a nursing education program to be considered for aid.

2. Must submit the completed application, including self appraisal and letters of reference, by the stated deadline to be considered by the Scholarship Committee.

The application can be found here or picked up in the School Counseling Office.

Deadline to Apply: December 31, 2023

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GE-REAGAN FOUNDATION SCHOLARS

• Earn a $10,000 renewable scholarship - up to $40,000 total - for tuition, school fees, books, supplies, and on-campus room and board
  
• Attend an exclusive, all-expenses-paid Scholars Retreat in California
  
• Receive support throughout their leadership journeys in college and beyond

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrate the attributes of leadership, integrity, drive, and citizenship within their communities, schools, and workplaces
  
• Display strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent)
  
• Be citizens of the United States of America
  
• Be current high school seniors attending high school within the United States, (including any U.S. territories or commonwealths), and graduating in winter 2023 or spring 2024. Homeschooled applicants and applicants living on a U.S. Armed Forces base and attending high school outside the U.S. are eligible.
  
• Plan to enroll in a full‑time undergraduate course of study at an accredited four‑year college or university in the United States for the entire 2024-2025 academic school year

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE GE-REGAN SCHOLARSHIP

Learn how to make your application shine by visiting our How To Apply page. Here we’ll walk you through eligibility and application requirements, the application timeline, and provide resources to learn more about the scholarship and learn insights from past recipients.

Deadline: January 4, 2024

The INACAC Scholarship Application is open to high school seniors are planning to enter an Indiana College or University in Fall 2024.

Scholarships will range from $500 to $1,000, and will be awarded to the students' Freshman year (non-renewable). The award will be paid directly to the school and may be applied to assist with tuition, fees, books, or housing and food.

QUALIFICATIONS AND HOW TO APPLY

In order to apply, the student must:

1. Have a completed application. Use the link below https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfN_TvKvd4f3_mw7h4Iov19o1-s3PGvvu8O0wCRMxkzm9lK6Q/viewform
2. Be a high school senior entering an Indiana College or University.
3. Submit a letter of recommendation (emailed to inacacscholar@gmail.com).
4. Complete the essay prompt within the application.

Deadline January 8, 2024

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must:
- Be a graduating, minority high school senior
- Be a United States citizen
- Present evidence of financial need
- Demonstrate a record of academic excellence
- Demonstrate leadership potential and a dedication to community service
- Plan to attend an accredited and approved 4-year college within the United States or affiliated with a United States-based college or university
- Have not accrued more than 25% of credits needed to graduate from college.

APPLICATION COMPONENTS

The online Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship application includes:
- One recommendation
- Demographics
- High school information including an unofficial high school transcript
- College plans
- Test scores (AP, IB, PSAT, ACT, or SAT) optional
- Activities and distinctions
- Household information
- Four essays

Apply here!

Deadline: January 10, 2024

This initiative provides access and opportunities to education and ongoing support to students from underrepresented populations and historically underserved communities who’ve faced systemic barriers and challenges to economic mobility. The program is open to students ages 16 to 24 who are permanent residents of Florida, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Texas, and the District of Columbia.*

Applicants must:

• Have a 2.5–3.5 unweighted GPA or GED.
• Be Pell eligible and/or demonstrate financial need.
• Attend as an incoming 2024-25 first-year student at a four-year accredited college or university in the state that they reside.

Application Details: The scholarship is now open with a deadline of January 11, 2024. For more information, visit UNCF.org/FidelityScholars, and join us for a webinar on October 19 at 2 p.m. ET. For questions, email FidelityScholars@uncf.org.

Deadline: January 11, 2024

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship provides high-achieving high school and college students interested in pursuing a career in education the opportunity to earn a renewable scholarship of up to $10,000 each year for four academic years. In exchange, students agree to teach for five years at an eligible Indiana school or repay the corresponding, prorated amount of the scholarship.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be an Indiana resident;
• Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;
• Must be a current high school senior or college student in Indiana;
• Must have graduated or will graduate from an Indiana accredited high school or non-accredited nonpublic high school;
• Must be able to utilize the scholarship for at least two full academic years;
• Must meet one of the three Academic Requirements:
  • Rank in the top 20% of high school graduating class; or
  • Have a top 20% ACT or SAT score; or
  • Have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least a 3.5 on a 4.0 scale;
• Must currently attend or plan to attend an eligible Indiana institution as a full-time student;
  • In some cases, degree-seeking students may use the scholarship during the summer while enrolled part-time. Refer to the specific guidelines for using the scholarship during summer terms.
• Must pursue or intend to pursue a course of study that would enable the student to teach at an eligible Indiana school after college graduation;
• Must obtain a license to teach in Indiana and serve as a teacher in an eligible Indiana school for five years after college graduation;
• Must maintain a 3.0/4.0 GPA, complete 30 credit hours per year or their equivalent and meet all other requirements established by their program to renew the scholarship;
• Must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year;
• Must not be in overpayment or default on a federal student loan or grant; and
• Must complete the service requirement or have all funds provided converted to a loan that must be repaid.

**Priority will be given to students graduating high school, although current college freshmen and sophomore students are eligible to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

The 2024-2025 application is available in ScholarTrack beginning October 15, 2023 until January 31, 2024.

• Review the 2023-2024 Application Procedures and Academic Requirements prior to applying.
• Submit a complete application in ScholarTrack.
• Submit a complete and clean FAFSA.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU APPLY

• After the January 31, 2024 deadline passes, the Commission will review all applications and notify all applicants of their scholarship status via email by April 2024.
• Recipients and waitlisted finalists will be provided further instructions via email.

RESOURCES

• 2023-2024 Application Procedures
• Academic Requirements
• Eligible Indiana Schools
• Eligible Indiana Institutions
• Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTIONS?

Please direct any questions or inquiries to NextTeacher@che.in.gov.

Deadline: January 31, 2024

Legacy actively administers more than 40 scholarship funds. The application process is designed to make it easier and less time-consuming for students to apply for the scholarships available through the universal online application. Eligible students may be awarded a scholarship from one or more different funds. All applications must be completed and submitted through the online scholarship system found on the Foundation website. Please review the Scholarship Information Booklet 2023-24 for detailed information for all scholarships.

Scholarships include:

ANY MAJOR and ANY COLLEGE!

• The John W. Anderson Foundation Scholarship - Two (2) scholarships to a Lake County senior for $10,000 a year ($40,000 total)
• Webster Cornwell Scholarship - Multiple scholarships to a Lake County senior for up to $7,500 a year ($40,000 total)
• The Philippine Professionals Association Scholarship – for students of Filipino descent GPA of 3.75 (minimum award of $1000)
• The Latinos Count Scholarship – for students of Latino descent; GPA of 3.0 (minimum award of $1000)
• Joan & Ernest Berry Scholarship- for Gary, IN residents who are active in their church - (minimum award of $1000)
• Peoples Bank Scholarship – Two (2) $1000 awards, One (1) $500 award
• Schrage Family Enrichment Scholarship – One (1) $2000 award
• Crossroads Chamber Scholarship – Three (3) $1000 awards
• Legacy Foundation Scholarships- Two (2) $1250 awards

Major - Specific Scholarships

• Dream Catcher Scholarship - senior who will be studying the STEM Field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) – $3000 renewable ($12,000 total)
• Roger Begnoche (Males only) studying Education or Nursing- four (4) awards of $6,000 renewable ($24,000 in total)
• Arts & Music Scholarships- minimum award of $1000
• Scott Campion Special Education Teacher – student who wants to become Special Education teacher – one (1) renewable for $3000 ($12,000 total)

Begin your application here

Deadline: February 1, 2024

What Are BigFuture Scholarships?

No essay, no minimum GPA or test score, no citizenship requirements. Just follow the steps for chances to win! The more steps you complete and earlier you start, the more chances you have to win. If you win, your scholarship can be used at any two- or four-year college. If you don’t win, your entry rolls over for the next month. Check out this video of some of our recent winners finding out about their scholarships! Click here for official rules!

How to Qualify

Earn entries in monthly drawings for $500 and $40,000 scholarships by completing steps on BigFuture. Log in to your account, complete steps on your dashboard, and earn entries to win. One step completed = one entry in each monthly scholarship drawing. There are scholarship drawings starting January of your sophomore year until February of your senior year.

BigFuture™ is home to so much more than just our College Search tool. Use the following free BigFuture tools to guide students on their college-going journey and to increase equity and access in your school:

College Search—Exploration tool for your students as they research colleges based on such preferences as location, majors, type, and campus life.

Scholarship Search—Matches students to scholarships based on the student’s background, achievements, and future plans.

College Board Opportunity Scholarships—Guides juniors and seniors through college planning steps with chances to earn money for college. No application or essay. No GPA or test score minimum. No citizenship requirement.

Student Search Service—The way thousands of colleges and scholarships connect with more than five million students. Students can opt in online or when registering for a College Board assessment to receive information from colleges and scholarship organizations.

Career Finder™—Career exploration tool that helps students make informed academic and career decisions based on what truly drives them and connects them to compatible schools.

College Board offers checklists for every grade level. It's never too early to start working towards scholarship money! Click your current grade level below to get started!

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