This scholarship newsletter contains information compiled by the School Counseling Department at Hobart High School. Please contact us with any questions!

Scholarships that are new to the newsletter will be posted at the TOP; after the new scholarships, they will be listed by order of deadline.

Each award is a one-time, non-renewable award that is paid directly to the institution and is to be used exclusively to offset costs and fees related directly to the student’s first year of higher post-secondary education at an accredited institution of the student’s choosing within the United States. In the event an underclassman is an award recipient, the monies will be held by the American College Foundation until the student completes high school and begins their higher education. The American College Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, or disability.

Application Instructions

All components of the application must be received completely at the time of submission. Applicant will NOT be notified of a partial and/or incomplete application. All applications for the American College Foundation’s Visionary Scholarship Program will consist of:

• Completed ACF Visionary Scholarship Application
• Student’s most recent unofficial high school transcript
• 500-word essay on “Why College is Important to Me”

How to Apply

Visit our Registration Page to begin the application process.

For more information, visit https://americancollegefoundation.org/college-planning-visionary-scholarship-details/

Deadline: November 1, 2022

The 2022 application is open. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.

Eligibility:

• Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
• Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.
• High school graduates are not eligible to apply.
• Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.

The 2022 application deadline is November 14, 2022 at 11:59 p.m., Pacific Time

Awards:

• The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants in the 2023 competition.
• Male and female students compete separately.

• Ranging from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university. All scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditional upon the full-time enrollment of the winner in an accredited U.S. college or university.

• The Chicago office of the Elks National Foundation will announce the 500 national winners in late April, 2023. (Many local Lodges, districts and state Elks associations award their own scholarships through this program. These scholarships are not to be confused with the 500 Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarships.)

The 20 Top Finalists traditionally* participate in an all expenses paid Leadership Weekend in Chicago during which they’ll interview with the national judges. These 20 Finalists will be vying for two first-place awards of $50,000; two second-place awards of $40,000; and two third-place awards of $30,000. The remaining 14 finalists will receive awards of $20,000. The 480 runners-up will receive fifth-place scholarships of $4,000.

Scholarship Website: https://www.elks.org/scholars/mvs.cfm

Apply online at https://aim.applyists.net/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2fElksMVS

Deadline: November 14, 2022

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s scholarship programs are designed to encourage and support outstanding students who work hard and have financial need. Our scholarships provide financial assistance and academic support to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students. In addition to the monetary award, students join a thriving network of nearly 3,000 Cooke Scholars.

Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Senior standing – Plan to graduate from a U.S. high school in spring 2023.
• Fall College Enrollment – Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2023
• GPA – Earn a minimum, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above.
• Financial Need – Demonstrate unmet financial need. We will consider applicants with a maximum annual gross income of $95,000. Last year’s cohort of new College Scholarship recipients had a median family income of approximately $35,000. During the selection process, the Foundation will conduct a full financial review which will take into account all income and assets of the student and the student’s parents.

Selection Criteria

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation reviews each College Scholarship Program application individually with the assistance of a committee of educational professionals from across the nation. The criteria used in the selection process are:

• Academic ability and achievement: Maintains a strong academic record and receives outstanding recommendations from teachers, shows a desire to be challenged, and demonstrates enthusiasm for learning. Eligible applicants must have a minimum, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5.
• Leadership: Motivates others, takes initiative, and contributes positively to the community.
• Persistence: Exhibits determination when faced with obstacles, goal-oriented, and confronts challenges with an ability to adapt to change.
• Unmet financial need: We consider applicants with family income up to $95,000. Last year’s cohort of new college scholarship recipients had a median family income of approximately $35,000.

Apply online at https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/college-scholarship-program/how-to-apply/

Deadline: November 17, 2022

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship provides 200 high-achieving high school and college students interested in pursuing a career in education the opportunity to earn a renewable scholarship of up to $7,500 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 consecutive 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 2023-2024 application is available in ScholarTrack beginning October 15, 2022 until January 31, 2023.

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

Deadline: January 31, 2023

IU Wells Scholars Program

The IU Wells Scholars Program is a highly prestigious, highly competitive scholarship program meant for students who are interested in joining a community of scholarly individuals with diverse interests beyond a pre-professional track.

There is no one strict model of an award recipient: however, past successful nominees have typically:

· Shown exceptional qualities of character and leadership

· Been significantly involved in extracurricular activities

· Demonstrated a concern for their community

· Excelled in terms of class rank, GPA, and/or (optional*) standardized test scores

· Expressed interest in joining a community of scholarly individuals with diverse interests beyond a pre-professional track

Hobart High School can nominate two individuals for this program; however, you should be VERY interested in attending IU Bloomington and should meet their priority application deadline of 11/1. If you would like to be nominated by HHS, please submit answers to the following essays to Mrs. Adams at dadams@hobart.k12.in.us by Friday, October 6th.

#1: Extracurricular Statement

Please tell us about one of your extracurricular activities that you found particularly fulfilling and what made it so; or tell us about what you consider to be your most significant involvement in or contribution to your school or community. (200-300 words)

#2: Interest Statement

Briefly describe what you would most like to study and what additional interests you would like to pursue at Indiana University, and please tell us why. (200-300 words)

#3: Essay

Please formulate a question about an issue of significance about which thoughtful people disagree. Then in an original essay of approximately 600 to 800 words, present your analysis of the issue and your response to the question, noting the strongest competing arguments.

The Wells Scholar Committee will place special emphasis on the significance and clear focus on the question you pose as well as on your account of competing arguments and on the quality of the evidence, thinking, and writing shown in your analysis and response. Please provide appropriate acknowledgement of any sources on which you have relied.

Deadline: October 6, 2022

Louie's Tux Shop will be awarding (2) college scholarships in conjunction with our 8th annual statewide Model Search. We will be bringing together a 100% local cast to participate in our annual photo shoot in October and two students will be named "Top Model" and will receive a $1,000.00 college scholarship. A total of 20 students will be participating and all will be featured in our next prom magazine to be published in the spring.

Ten students will be chosen by their peers during the online voting period in September and October. These students will receive automatic entries to the photo shoot. Another ten students will receive special invitations from Louie's Tux Shop and Act ll Modeling Agency to round out the cast with all students having an equal chance at winning the scholarships.

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING

• ONLINE VOTING BEGINS SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
• Entries can be made until 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, October 9, 2022
• You must be enrolled in high school when voting begins
• You must live in Indiana or a county that directly borders Indiana.
• Images must meet quality standards. We hold the right to reject any image.
• Images taken with mobile devices are usually not accepted
• Image should not have any watermarks or text
• Professional images are recommended - Avoid Selfies - No Modified Images or Filters
• Placeholder size is 315 x 430 pixels and image size cannot exceed 1MB
• Only individual entering Model Search may be in the photo - No couples/groups
• We are not responsible for the editing of any submissions.
• Non tasteful, inappropriate, filtered or silly submissions will not be posted. Don't bother.
• There are no height requirements, we only ask to ensure good parings at the photo shoot.

Register online at www.louiestuxshop.com/modelsearch

Deadline: October 9, 2022

TO ACHIEVE AWARD ELIGIBILITY FOR THE 2022 HEISMAN HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTED BY ACCEPTANCE INSURANCE, STUDENTS MUST BE SENIORS DURING THE 2022-2023 ACADEMIC YEAR, GRADUATING WITH THE CLASS OF 2023. APPLICANTS MUST:

• Have a cumulative weighted high school grade point average (GPA) of a B (3.0) or better.

• Participate or have participated in grades 9, 10, or 11 in at least one of the sports recognized by the International Olympic Committee in the Summer and Winter Olympic Games, the Paralympic Games or the National Federation of State High School Association. The full list of qualified athletic events in alphabetical order includes:
  

  Archery, Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Biathlon, BMX Racing (or Freestyle), Bobsleigh, Boccia, Bowling, Boxing, Breaking, Canoeing/Rowing, Cross Country, Curling, Cycling, Diving, Equestrian (Dressage/Eventing/Jumping), Fencing, Field Hockey, Football, Futsal, Goalball, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Ice Skating (Figure or Speed), Judo, Karate, Lacrosse, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Mountain Bike, Nordic Combined, Powerlifting, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Skateboarding, Skeleton, Skiing (Alpine, Biathlon, Cross Country, Free-Style, Jumping), Snowboard, Soccer, Softball, Spirit/Cheerleading, Sports Climbing, Surfing, Swimming (or Synchronized), Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Tennis, Track & Field, Trampoline, Triathlon, Volleyball (or Beach), Water Polo, Weightlifting, and Wrestling.

• Be a leader in school and in the community and serve as a role model for underclassman.
  

• All students will be recognized who apply; however; only one male and one female will be chosen to move on and receive scholarship money in Indiana.

Apply online at https://heismanscholarship.com/about/how-it-works/

Deadline: October 18, 2022

The Award for AiC honors 9th-12th grade women, genderqueer, and non-binary students for their computing-related achievements and interests, and encourages them to pursue their passion.

• Application Deadline: October 20th
• Parent Approval and Educator Endorsements due: November 3rd
• Register for upcoming Application Q&A live-video chats with an AiC Team member

Regional Winners and Honorable Mentions will be recognized at their local NCWIT Ceremony with prizes, personalized awards, and some amazing speakers. National Award Winners receive cash and an invitation to the National Award Celebration in March 2023, hosted by Bank of America.

Q&A Registration Here >

Each applicant needs an educator endorsement. You play a key role in encouraging your students to apply and endorsing their application. 62% of past recipients reported that their educator encouraged them to apply.

Endorsement Guide >

Deadline: October 20, 2022

Application is now open and is due October 23rd at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Link to our application: https://www.goldendoorscholars.org/apply-now

Applications are considered on a rolling basis, so applying early is helpful.

Who is the scholarship for?

• Students attending college in Fall 2023

• Students who have DACA, TPS, or are undocumented

• Applicants must be a high school student, recent high school graduate, current college/community college student, or have obtained a GED

• Applicants must have high financial need. Strong preference will be given to applicants who are not eligible for in-state tuition

• Strong preference will be given to those who are interested in pursuing one of the following career paths: software engineering, nursing, analytics, business, and digital marketing. Popular majors that align with these career paths include math, statistics, computer science, data science, nursing, etc.

Scholarship Benefits:

• Tuition for up to 4 years at our partner colleges

• Room and board for up to 4 years at our partner colleges

• Career readiness support

• Mentor and fellowship opportunities

• Annual community building summit

Deadline: October 23, 2022

The third annual Bill of Rights art/essay contest sponsored by the U.S. Courts is live and is now accepting entries. Students in grades five through 12 are invited to respond to specific prompts pertaining to the Bill of Rights. Students can win up to $500, and teachers can win prizes, too. The more students who mention a teacher's name on their entry, the more chances they have to win! The deadline to submit entries is Sunday, October 30. For contest prompts, complete instructions, and a link to the online submission form, please visit the Bill of Rights contest website. Contact Mary Giorgio with any questions.

Deadline: October 30, 2022

Groups Scholars | Indiana University Bloomington | Scholarship Opportunity

Are you interested in attending Indiana University Bloomington for the 2023-2024 school year?

Will you be the 1st person in your immediate family (next to your parents) to attend college?

Are you passionate about Indiana University and its programs?

Do you think you and your family will qualify for a financial need-based scholarship?

Do you have a minimum of a 2.5 GPA?

SAT/ACT - test-optional for admission, but scores should be uploaded if available.

If you answered YES to all of those questions then we'd recommend setting up an appointment with Mrs. Torres during Power Hour ASAP. email vtorres@hobart.k12.in.us

Click on the link below to find out about the program, admission requirements, and family income eligibility prior to your appointment.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVbir6vzppV6Ev5pf6Iu7OwBp4nnlgP1qfSfomSKmIOIT6ww/viewform

If you and your family think that you would be a good candidate for this scholarship, then email Mrs. Torres and we will set up a one on one meeting during Power Hour. vtorres@hobart.k12.in.us

Deadline: November 1, 2022

Practice for the SAT

Open Through October
Students who use Official SAT® Practice on Khan Academy® and begin personalized practice are eligible for this scholarship. Ensure your students:

•Create a Khan Academy account on satpractice.org and link their College Board and Khan Academy accounts.

•Click the prompt to agree to send their scores from the College Board to Khan Academy to successfully link accounts.

•Complete at least one Timed Mini Section (if they have a PSAT/NMSQT® or SAT score) or one Diagnostic Quiz (if they don't yet have a score) on Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy to be eligible for a $500 scholarship.

Explore Scholarships
Open Through February
Your juniors can find scholarships and other aid to help them pay for college for a chance at $500.

Strengthen Your College List
Open Through October
Students who update their lists on BigFuture™ to include at least one safety, two match, and three reach colleges will earn a chance at a $500 scholarship.

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.

How to file the FAFSA

Students can file the FAFSA online at FAFSA.gov. The first step for students who have not previously filed the FAFSA is to create a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID. Then, each student will need:

• Social Security number
• Alien Registration number (for non-U.S. citizens)
• Federal income tax returns, W-2s and other records of money earned from 2021
• Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)
• Records of untaxed income (if applicable)

The U.S. Department of Education provides email and live chat assistance for FAFSA filers as well as a helpline at 1-800-4-FED-AID. Hoosier families can also access free FAFSA help through INvestEd Indiana at www.investedindiana.org.

Mrs. Danielle Adams, Director of School Counselors dadams@hobart.k12.in.us

Mrs. Victoria Hamilton, Last Names A-E vhamilton@hobart.k12.in.us

Mrs. Peggy Orchard, Last Names F-J porchard@hobart.k12.in.us

Ms. Shelby Clindaniel, Last Names K-Q sclindaniel@hobart.k12.in.us

Mrs. Amanda Hensley, Last Names R-Z ahensley@hobart.k12.in.us

Location: 2211 East 10th Street, Hobart, IN, United States
Phone: 219-942-8521
Twitter: @hobarths