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. Please contact us with any questions! Contact information is listed below. Go Bricks!

Are you a low-income high school senior who has excelled academically, but feels that the nation’s best colleges are financially out of reach? The QuestBridge National College Match can be your pathway to a top college. Through this college and scholarship application process, you can apply for free to the nation’s best colleges and be considered for early admission and a full four-year scholarship.

Why apply through QuestBridge?

The National College Match application gives you extra space to tell your unique story as a student who has excelled academically despite financial hardship. Our college partners are actively seeking students like you. If admitted to a college partner through the Match or QuestBridge Regular Decision, you will join a supportive community of thousands of other QuestBridge Scholars currently attending our college partners. Upon graduation, you'll be welcomed into the QuestBridge Alumni Association for continued support, networking, and development opportunities.

The Match Scholarship

Match Scholarship Recipients are granted early admission to one of QuestBridge's college partners with a full four-year scholarship, worth over $200,000. Our college partners use a combination of their own funds as well as state and federal aid to fund the scholarship. Please view each college partner's Financial Aid section for further details and see a glossary of financial aid terms.

The Match Scholarship is offered as part of a generous financial aid package provided by the college that covers the cost of attendance, including:

• Tuition and fees
• Housing and food
• Books and supplies
• Travel expenses

All Match Scholarship packages:

• Have NO parental contribution
• Have NO student loans
• May contain a student contribution in the form of Federal work-study, summer work, and/or student savings

Admission through the National College Match

Over 12,000 Finalists have been matched to a college partner since QuestBridge's founding, and over 1,700 Finalists were matched in Fall 2022. Finalists who do not match can apply through QuestBridge Regular Decision to be considered for admission and generous financial aid.

Finalists who attend our college partners are supported in their college years and beyond through on-campus chapters and nationwide opportunities offered through the QuestBridge Scholars Network and QuestBridge Alumni Association.

Click here to start your application!

Deadline: September 26, 2023

The VFW is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in our future generation. If you are a democracy-loving high school student interested in a $35,000 college scholarship or a patriotic middle school student interested in winning $5,000, these scholarships may be for you.

Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 25,000 ninth through 12th grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $1.3 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program.

The national first place winner receives a $35,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school. A complete list of other national scholarships range from $1,000-$21,000, and the first place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins at least a scholarship of $1,000. Download and complete the 2023-2024 Voice of Democracy entry form here.

Voice of Democracy Rules and Eligibility

WHO CAN ENTER: The Voice of Democracy is open to students in grades 9-12 by the Oct. 31 deadline who are enrolled in a public private or parochial high school or home study program in the United States, its territories and possessions; or dependents of U.S. military or civilian personnel in overseas schools. Although U.S. citizenship is not required, students must be lawful U.S. permanent residents or have applied for permanent residence (the application for which has not been denied) and intends to become a U.S. citizen at the earliest opportunity allowed by law. Foreign exchange students, students age 20 or over, previous Voice of Democracy first place state winners, GED or Adult Education Students are ineligible.

HOW TO ENTER: Record your original 3-5 minute (+ or – 5 second max.) audio essay on a flash drive, or other electronic device. You will submit the recording, typed essay and this completed entry form. Provide these items to your school/group competition or VFW Post for judging. You must be the sole author of your essay. Use of ChatGPT or other AI tools is not allowed. The recording must be in your own voice and in English. No music, singing, poetry or sound effects are allowed. The body of the essay must not identify you in any way, (including, but not limited to your name, school, city, state, race, or national origin) although the recording & typed essay should be labeled with your name, to show ownership. Your Voice of Democracy entry must be submitted to a participating VFW Post by the Oct. 31 deadline.

JUDGING CRITERIA: Originality is worth 30 points: Treatment of the theme should show imagination and human interest. Content is worth 35 points: Clearly express your ideas in an organized manner. Fully develop your theme and use transitions to move smoothly from one idea to the other. Delivery is worth 35 points: Speak in a clear and credible manner.

Post 5365 Kostbade-Fowble Post

540 S. Indiana St.
Hobart, IN 46342
United States

Phone: (219) 942-6474

Deadline: October 31, 2023

The NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) High School Award honors 9th-12th grade women, genderqueer, or non-binary students for their computing-related achievements and interests, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Award recipients are selected based on their aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing, as demonstrated by their computing experience, computing-related activities, leadership experience, tenacity in the face of barriers to access, and future plans. Since 2007, more than 25,000 students have received an AiC Award.

Eligibility

Women, genderqueer, or non-binary students in grades 9 through 12 are welcome to apply. Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements outlined below will be considered for both the National and Regional Affiliate Awards:

• They are 13 years of age or older at the time of account creation.
• They receive parent/guardian approval by the approval deadline OR are 18 years of age or older at the time of application submission.
• They attend a school in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or on a U.S. overseas military base.
• They are not an NCWIT employee and have no immediate family relationship with employees, extended staff, contractors, or board members of NCWIT (including spouses, siblings, children, grandchildren, and persons residing in the same household).
• Note that applicants under the age of 18 ​at the time of application submission will require parent or guardian approval.​​

In addition to the aforementioned eligibility requirements, to be considered for a National Award (National Winner or National Honorable Mention designations), the applicant must meet the additional criteria:

• They are a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or individual who meets the requirements of the substantial presence test.
• They have a U.S. Tax Identification or Social Security Number.

Apply online at https://www.aspirations.org/registration

Deadline: November 6, 2023

The 2023 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 2024 application deadline is November 13, 2023 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 2024 competition.

• Male and female students compete separately.

• Ranging from $1,000 per year to $7,500 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 announced the 500 national winners in 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.)

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

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

Deadline: November 12, 2023

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 16, 2023

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”

The ACF Scholarship Committee will determine, and has final say, on all award recipients. Selected recipients agree that their application and award information including essay, picture, name, state, high school grade level, and award amount may be acknowledged on the American College Foundation website and associated materials.

All submitted application packets become the exclusive property of the American College Foundation. No correspondence regarding the receipt, screening, verification, or judging status of a submitted application packet will be accepted. An application packet may NOT be amended or supplemented once it has been received.

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.

Visit our Registration Page to begin the application process.

You will receive an Application Packet via Email within two (2) weeks from the time you register. If you have NOT received your application packet within two (2) weeks, please email us. Only email if you have completed the Registration Page and have NOT received an application packet within two (2) weeks. Please only submit your completed Application Packet.

Deadline: December 1, 2023

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

The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.

Selected Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance to earn a bachelor’s degree, that is not already covered by other financial aid and the expected family contribution, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university. Costs covered include tuition, fees, books, and room and board, and may include additional personal costs.

TGS also provides Scholars with various online support services designed to help them excel in their degree programs, graduate, and make a successful transition to their chosen careers. These include career services, mentoring, leadership development, wellness, and knowledge building.

Eligibility requirements:
* A high school senior
* From at least one of the following ethnicities: African American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian/Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
* Pell-eligible
* A US citizen, national, or permanent resident
* In a good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
*Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.
**For American Indian/Alaska Native, proof of tribal enrollment will be required.

An ideal candidate will also have:
* An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class)
* Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)
* Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.)

Click here for more information!

Deadline: Friday, September 15, 2023 at 5 pm PST.

The Legacy Foundation presents the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship to six Lake County students who are committed to pursuing a full-time baccalaureate course of study, beginning in the fall of 2024 at an accredited public or private college or university in Indiana. The scholarship provides full tuition for eight semesters, required fees, and a stipend of up to $900 each school year for required books and supplies.

Eligibility requirements:

• High school senior at Lake County, Indiana high school
• Resident of Lake County
• GPA of 3.25 (unweighted)
• Applicant must meet financial need eligibility requirements.

Students can apply here. Students are also encouraged to attend the virtual information zoom session on August 30, 2023 from 4-5 pm CST.

Deadline: Friday, September 15, 2023 at 5 pm CST

The Nike HSI Scholarship Program is designed to empower young leaders who currently attend a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).

An HSI is an institution of higher education with an undergraduate student enrollment that is at least 25 percent Hispanic. Please reference the latest US Department of Education NCES list to confirm if an institution is designated as an HSI.

Scholars are selected based on merit. Award amounts range from $5,000 to $10,000, based on demonstrated financial need.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be of Hispanic heritage
• Minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
• Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university that is officially designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) – as defined by the Higher Education Act of 1965. For more information, visit the US Department of Education NCES list.

Other

• No documents are required for the successful submission of Phase I. In October, students selected to proceed in the application process will be required to submit their undergraduate transcript(s), financial aid award letter, and enrollment verification form.
• Students who are first-year undergraduates, and who do not have undergraduate grades for summer/fall 2023, must submit their high school transcript in October, if they proceed in the application process. Students who submit a high school transcript must have obtained a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).

Deadline: September 15, 2023

We are looking for high school seniors who have shown outstanding academic ability despite financial challenges. We take a holistic approach to reviewing applications, and we do not have absolute criteria or cut-offs for GPA, standardized test scores, income, or other factors.

Class Year Eligibility

In order to be eligible to apply to the National College Match in the fall of 2023, applicants must graduate from high school during or before the summer of 2024 and plan to enroll as a first-year student in college in the fall of 2024.

Citizenship Eligibility

Any high school senior, regardless of citizenship, currently attending high school in the U.S. is eligible for the National College Match. Additionally, U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents living abroad are eligible. International students living outside the U.S. are not eligible.

Students attending high school in the U.S. as undocumented or international students are eligible to apply, but should review the Additional Citizenship Requirements to see which QuestBridge college partners will consider them for the Match Scholarship.

Academic Achievement

We seek students who have demonstrated a level of academic achievement that meets or exceeds the admissions standards of our colleges. The following is based on profiles of past Finalists and are not strict cut-offs:

Academic Criteria:

-Grades and rigor of high school curriculum

-Primarily A's in the most challenging courses available (usually including Honors, AP, and/or IB level courses).

-Class rank

-Top 5-10% of graduating class.

-Standardized test scores (if reported)

-Middle 50% SAT score: 1290 - 1460
-Middle 50% ACT score: 28 - 33

-We encourage students to report any SAT, ACT, AP, IB, or TOEFL scores available.

Please note: Test scores are not required to apply, and around 40% of QuestBridge applicants in the past year did not have test scores. All applications are reviewed holistically, so students who have not taken standardized tests can still be selected as Finalists; however, they should ensure they meet the standardized testing requirements for each college partner they're interested in.

Additional criteria

-Evidence of strong writing ability, intellectual spark, and determination.

Financial Qualifications

Finalists typically come from households earning less than $65,000 annually for a household of four and have minimal assets. This is not a strict cut-off and we encourage students who feel they have faced significant financial hardship to review these financial criteria carefully to see if they may qualify. QuestBridge will thoroughly review the financial information in each student's application. Students who are selected as Finalists will need to submit official documentation verifying their financial situation directly to the colleges to which they apply.

Financial Criteria:

Household income

All sources of household income are taken into account, including, but not limited to:

• Salaries, wages, and tips
• Business and farm income
• Rental income
• Interest and dividend income
• Retirement distributions
• Alimony
• Child support received

Assets

All assets held by the household are taken into consideration, including:

• Home ownership
• Business or farm ownership
• Cash and savings
• Investments
• Additional properties

Non-custodial parent income and assets

Students with divorced or separated parents must report the income and assets of their non-custodial parent, as this information is taken into consideration by our college partners when determining financial need. The only exception is when the student has not had contact with the non-custodial parent for an extended period of time.

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Household circumstances

Individual household circumstances are taken into consideration, including:

• The number of people supported by the household income
• The number of students in college (undergraduate only)
• Unemployment or other changes to the household income
• Eligibility for free or reduced-price lunch
• Having been in foster care
• Other non-discretionary financial commitments, such as high medical bills

Click here for more information and to apply!

Deadline: September 26, 2023

Our Charge: Golden Door Scholars exists to permanently disrupt intergenerational poverty and increase diversity in the workforce by setting undocumented students up for high-earning, sustainable careers in STEM, Nursing, and Business. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity for higher education and economic mobility.

Building Brighter Futures Without Barriers: DACA, TPS, and undocumented students are ineligible for federal financial aid and in-state tuition in most states. Many scholarships also require citizenship. This prevents tens of thousands of qualified students from accessing higher education. Golden Door Scholars eliminates this barrier by providing large college scholarships for undocumented students. We invest in undergraduate education and career access for high-performing students.

Scholarship Benefits:

• Tuition, and room & board for up to 4 years at our partner colleges

• Career readiness support

• Mentor and fellowship opportunities

• Annual community building summit

Who is the scholarship for?

• Applicants must have one of the following documentation or immigration statuses:

• Undocumented, foreign-born people who do not possess a valid visa or other recognized immigration documentation in the United States

• Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

• U-1 visa

• Pending Asylum case open with USCIS

• Pending Refugee status

• DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals)

• Applicants must have high financial need.

• Applicants can be high school seniors, recent high school graduates, current college/community college students, or obtained a GED (General Education Development) certificate from a United States Program.

• Applicants must live in the United States for at least four (4) years before applying for the Golden Door Scholarship.

• For high school seniors, applicants must have an unweighted high school GPA of 3.2.

• For college transfers, applicants must have a college GPA of 3.0 and a high school GPA of 3.2 or a GED.

• Please note that US citizens and permanent residents are NOT eligible for the Golden Door Scholarship.

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

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

Below are links to register for General Info Sessions, which will take place on September 14, 2023, at 5:00 P.M ET

English - bit.ly/gds-english

Espanol - bit.ly/gds-espanol

Deadline: October 1, 2023 at 10:59 PM

Louie's Tux Shop is Indiana's #1 prom formalwear specialist and has store locations throughout Indiana including Indianapolis, Greenwood, Avon, Carmel, Fort Wayne, South Bend, Mishawaka, Elkhart, Merrillville, Michigan City, Portage, Lafayette, Marion, Muncie and Kokomo. We offer the finest selection of quality designer tuxedos for weddings, proms, Quinceaneras and all black tie and formal events. If you sign up for our Model Search contest you will have a chance at winning a $1,000 scholarship as well as be featured in our yearly prom magazines, and even get a free tux rental for prom for yourself or your date! Louie's Tux Shop also has the largest selection of tuxedo suits in Indiana featuring a wide array of fun colors including red paisley, blue paisley, blue, burgundy, velvet along with traditional and slim fit black tuxedos. Our experienced and trained tuxedo and wedding suit professionals will make sure you are happy with your tux rental and we always guarantee the best price. At Louie's Tux Shop, tuxedo rental has never been easier!

READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING

• ONLINE VOTING BEGINS SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
• Entries can be made until 11:59 p.m. EST on Sunday, October 8, 2023
• You must be enrolled in high school and at least 15 years old at the time of the photo shoot
• 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 for any reason.
• Image should not contain 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 or animals
• 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 pairings at the photo shoot.

Deadline: October 8, 2023

The Heisman High School Scholarship continues a 29-year tradition of honoring high school seniors who accomplish tremendous feats in the classroom, on the field, and most importantly, within their communities. The scholarship recognizes and rewards both male and female high school athletes who are community-minded and driven to use their exceptional talents for the benefit of all.

Criteria For Application

1. Students whose senior year of high school is the 2023–2024 academic year, graduating with the class of 2023.
2. Students who have at least a weighted “B” grade average (3.0 GPA) during grades 9, 10, and 11.
3. Students who participate 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 Associations.
4. Students who have participated in volunteer service, community involvement or leadership within his/her school or community.
5. Students who are a resident of one of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia (D.C.).

The Application Process

1. The application process is managed by a third-party named Kaleidoscope through a separate application website.
2. When the application is open, a student may begin the application process by clicking “Apply Now” in the header of this website. This will redirect you to the application website.
3. Once on the Kaleidoscope website, if deemed eligible, students will click the ‘Begin’ button to start the application.
4. The first page of the application will ask the student to create an account by entering some basic profile information. You will also be asked to set up a password that will be associated with your Kaleidoscope Account.
5. Eligible students may then continue to fill out the application. The application is scored by Kaleidoscope to determine school winners through national finalists. National Winners are selected by a committee who reviews the National Finalist applications.
6. Once the first page of the application has been completed, students may navigate the various sections of the application using the ‘Jump to a section’ navigation tool located on the side of the page. If the student misses a required section, he/she will receive an error message and will not be able to submit their application until the required information is entered.
7. Students must provide an accurate email address of the school official who will login to review the application and confirm its accuracy. This school official cannot be related nor a parent/guardian of the student.
8. Students may login to their accounts as often as needed prior to the student application deadline, or until their application has been submitted. Students will need to retain their username and password to login again.

Scholarship Rules

1. Heisman High School Scholarships will be awarded to State Winners, National Finalists and National Winners. All scholarship winners must meet all the rules of the Heisman High School Scholarship application process.
2. Scholarship winners can attend any accredited college or university in the United States. The scholarship is not restricted to any specific institution.
3. Scholarship winners must plan to be enrolled full time (a minimum of 12 hours per semester or quarter) for the entire 2024-2025 academic year.
4. Scholarships are not renewable and are for one year only.
5. Scholarship funds may only be used toward educational expenses: tuition, books, and fees.
6. The one-time award stipend will be paid in one installment for a full academic year. The check will be issued to the college/university and mailed directly to the student at the beginning of the support period. The student will be responsible for forwarding the check to their college/university.
7. Other awards may be accepted by scholarship recipients of the Heisman High School Scholarship. There will ordinarily be no objection to the acceptance of additional awards.
8. If the recipient does not enroll for the 2024-2025 academic year, the unused portion of the funds will be forfeited. Any funds forfeited will be returned to the Heisman High School Scholarship program.
9. Exceptions may be considered on an individual basis if the forfeiture stems from illness, hardship, family tragedy, or similar reasons and is solely the decision of the Heisman High School Scholarship program.
10. The Heisman High School Scholarship program reserves the right to alter scholarship funds distribution as needed.
11. Should a scholarship recipient choose to delay schooling and pursue military service, funds may be deferred for educational use at a later time. Requests must be made in writing to the Heisman High School Scholarship program (email is acceptable), must detail the time period of deferral and must be approved in advance. All deferral requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Heisman High School Scholarship program.
12. Further questions about scholarships, eligibility and athletic compliance can be addressed by contacting the Kaleidoscope Help Team at help@mykaleidoscope.com. There are additional resources available at the Kaleidoscope Help Center.

Click here to apply!

Deadline: October 17, 2023

Created in 1968, the Groups Scholars Program puts first-generation students and those with socioeconomic barriers on the path to college success by providing academic, financial, and social support, helping them attain a bachelor's degree at Indiana University. In addition, students are offered an extensive student support system, including academic advising, tutoring, enrollment in specialized courses, and activities designed to foster academic success and degree completion.

To be eligible for the Groups Scholars programs students must meet the following requirements:

• Be a resident of the state of Indiana
• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen (Has a green card)
• Meet the income and eligibility guidelines
  • Please contact us directly to obtain information contained in these documents in an accessible format.
• Have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of at least 2.5
• Complete the minimum (34 hours) college preparatory courses

Personal characteristics also are an important part of being a Groups Scholar. We look for students who demonstrate a positive attitude, a sense of civility, the ability to persevere, and a strong motivation to succeed, an excellent attendance record, and a commitment to earn a college degree.

Applications are available from Recommenders starting August 1 and the deadline for submission is November 1 of each year. We will accept applications until December 15, but priority consideration will go to those who complete their application by the November 1 deadline. An application is considered complete when an IU Application with all supporting documentation and a Groups application is on file.

Hobart High School's Recommender is Mrs. Valentine Torres. Please click here to get started!

Priority deadline: November 1, 2023

Girls on the Run has fun, evidence-based programs that inspire all girls to build their confidence, kindness and decision making skills. Dynamic lessons instill valuable life skills including the important connection between physical and emotional health.

High school aged girls can be a part of Girls on the Run as Junior Coaches! Our program provides leadership opportunities, instructional training, mentorship experience, service hour credits, and a ton of fun! Ideal candidates possess leadership potential and a passion for making an impact in their community. Junior Coaches may also be eligible to apply for a scholarship from GOTR.

Junior Coaches are girls 16-18 years old (typically Juniors/Seniors). They register as coaches and are required to complete National Coach Training with us and commit to coaching 1 to 2 days a week during our 10 week program.

Season Details

Fall 2023: Season begins the week of September 4th and runs 10 weeks to our Celebratory 5K events on November 11th/12th. Junior Coaches can register here for the fall season!

Spring 2024: Season begins the week of March 4th and runs 10 weeks to our Celebratory 5K events on May 18th/19th

This fall, Junior Coaches will have the opportunity to apply for scholarships from Girls on the Run of Northwest Indiana! There will be 2 $500 scholarships available for each season, fall and spring. One scholarship is supported by the Women's Sports Foundation to encourage volunteering by Black and Latina young women. In addition to completing the requirements below, candidates must identify as Black or Latina.

Qualified candidates will:

• Complete all National Coach Training (online and in-person)

• Have 80% attendance for committed coaching days

• Lead at least 1 lesson

• Submit a letter of recommendation from the GOTR Team Head Coach (due Nov. 27th)

• Complete application (available Nov. 6th/due Nov. 27th)

Scholarship Deadline: November 27, 2023

For more information, contact Jodi Aurand, Program Director, at (219) 237-6982, (219) 718-5138, or jodi.aurand@girlsontherun.org

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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.

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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, T porchard@hobart.k12.in.us

Mrs. Shelby Morgan, Last Names K-Q sclindaniel@hobart.k12.in.us

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

Mrs. Emily Silic, Counseling Intern esilic@hobart.k12.in.us

Mrs. Heather Connelly, Mental Health Counselor hganske@hobart.k12.in.us

Website: https://www.hobart.k12.in.us/domain/4174
Location: 2211 East 10th Street, Hobart, IN, United States
Phone: 219-942-8521
Twitter: @hobarths