Local Scholarships

BE  SURE  TO  CHECK  THE  APPLICATIONS  FOR  DUE DATES. NEW  SCHOLARSHIPS  WILL  CONTINUE  TO  BECOME  AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT  THE  SCHOOL  YEAR.

Knights of Columbus Scholarship

2026 Knights of Columbus Scholarship is available at the link below.  Please read the application to review criteria.  If you are eligible, the completed application, essay and envelopes must be submitted to the Guidance Office no later than 2:51 PM on May 4, 2026.
Knights of Columbus Scholarship application 2026



Becher Funeral Home Scholarship

Becher Funeral Home in Ferdinand is proud to have served the communities of Dubois County and North Spencer County for over 85 years.  We are honored to extend this scholarship opportunity in 2026.

Electronic applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on April 3, 2026.  

$1,000 value

Becher Funeral Home Scholarship Application 2026

Betty R. Michel Memorial Scholarship

Electronic applications must be submitted by midnight on April 6, 2026.

$1000 value

Betty R. Michel Scholarship Application 2026


Be Kind for Ollie Scholarship - Evansville
May 2026
For students entering the Early Childhood Education field and/or Special Education field.
Click 
here for more information and the application form.

 

Builders Association of Dubois County Scholarship
April 2026

Be a dependent of a member or
Dependent of a full-time employee of a member or
Part-time student employee of a member. 
Scholarship Link 

 

Community Foundation Alliance Lilly Endowment for Spencer County

The deadline for students to apply is Monday, August 25, 2025 by 11:59 p.m. 

The Spencer County Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship application  is to be completed and submitted online.  

Please visit the following link for more information in regard to the scholarship program: 

https://www.spencercountycf.org/lilly-endowment-community-scholarship-program
Emily Alvey, Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact

Michele Gates, Program Assistant,  [email protected]

Spencer County Community Foundation

2792 US-231, PO Box 3 Rockport, IN 47635

812.649.5724 (main)  |  812.619.0734 (cell)

Spencercountycf.org


Community Scholarship Program through the Spencer County Community Foundation 

DEADLINE TO APPLY IS JANUARY 19, 2026
Many of our donors have honored their loved ones, communities, high schools, colleges, or professions by endowing scholarship opportunities through the Foundation.  We administer separate scholarship funds established by individuals, families, corporations, and organizations to assist local students in pursuit of advanced education.  Together, these scholarships make up our Community Scholarship Program. 
The Community Scholarship Program application will open on December 1, 2025. Learn more at https://www.spencercountycf.org/community-scholarship-program



Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Scholarship

If you are a descendant of a graduate of the Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing,
this scholarship opportunity could be for you if you are pursuing a license
for Registered Nursing. 
Go to:   www.deaconess.com  and  follow these instructions:
“For You” on top toolbar, “Health Care Professionals”, “Deaconess Nursing”,
“School of Nursing Alumni”, “Educational Funds” from the right side menu.
The HHHS Guidance Office also has copies of the application form.

 

HHSF part 1HHSF Snip 4
A complete list of available scholarships, including eligibility criteria, is available here.
Heritage Hills Scholarship Foundation Application 2025-26


Ferdinand Post 124 American Legion Scholarship

This scholarship is open to a senior who is a child or grandchild of any Ferdinand Post 124 member, Sons of Legion member, or Auxiliary member.  This scholarship can be used for any four-year college, trade school, or a community college to obtain an associate degree. This application must be returned to the Ferdinand Legion Post.


Ferdinand Post 124 American Legion Auxiliary Education Gift

This scholarship is awarded to a child or grandchild of an Eighth District Auxiliary member.  This application must be returned to the Ferdinand Legion Post.


Gill-Wedding Orthodontics - 2026 scholarship

The Gill • Wedding Orthodontics Scholarship Program awards two nonrenewable $1500 scholarships annually with $750 distributed each semester beginning in the fall. All scholarship money will go directly to the school to be applied towards tuition, books, fees, housing, or related expenses. If the student does not continue full time status for the second semester, the remaining $750 will not be awarded.

Click on either link to see selection criteria and eligibility and the application process.  You may go to our webpage for more information and to print a copy of the application form at https://gillweddingorthodontics.com/scholarships/.

posted 1/30/2026

Hispanic Scholarship Fund 

Application is now open. Deadline Feb. 15 https://www.hsf.net/

Eligibility Requirements

Must be of Hispanic heritage

U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA 

Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students.

Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the US, for the 2026-27 academic year.

Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)



Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Assn Scholarship 

Please forward the applications to [email protected] as the applicants have to have a member sponsorship (Leibering Dimension, Inc.). Read the objective carefully. We are inspired by those who will use their education to better the hardwood industry. Applications must be received by March 31st. Click here for more information and the application form.



Indiana Oil and Gas Association - INOGA scholarship
due  April 1 of each year for the coming Fall registration
click 
here for more information
https://www.indianaoga.org/scholarship.html



Indiana Retired Teachers Association Foundation Scholarship
for current college students only

Click here for the 2026 information and application form


Indiana Sheriffs’ Association, Inc. Scholarship
We will be awarding scholarships to qualified students
who are pursing an education and career in the criminal justice field.
For more information, call the Indiana Sheriffs' Assn at 1-800-622-4779 or visit www.indianasheriffs.org.Click here for the scholarship application for 2026
or stop by the HH Guidance Office for more information and a paper application form.
posted 01-20-26


Kimball International Scholarship Program

The Kimball International Scholarship Program is a long-standing program. Since 1963, the foundation has awarded more than 400 college scholarships to children of Kimball International employees. There a two types of scholarships are awarded:

Kimball International Scholarship ($2,000) – Available to students attending two and four-year colleges/universities. Applicants must be a dependent of an active part-time or full-time U.S. Kimball International employee or a past Kimball International scholarship recipient. 

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  2. Bob Schneider Skilled Trades Scholarship (up to $2,000 depending on the cost of tuition, books and equipment for the program the recipient will attend) – Available to students pursuing a skilled trades certification at an accredited institution. This scholarship is open to the general public and does not require any association with a Kimball International employee.



Memorial Hospital Foundation Scholarships 
  

Applications open January 1- March 15, 2026  
Over 75,000 in Scholarships available 
A link to full and more detailed scholarship descriptions and application is here: https://www.mhhcc.org/giving/scholarship-opportunities/


Link: https://form.jotform.com/253173840719158 


Nancy Jaynes Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to Indiana high school seniors who have lost a parent or have a parent
currently undergoing breast cancer treatment. Scholarships up to $2500 are
available to students attending an Indiana college, university or post-secondary
technical school. Click here for more information.



Soil and Water Conservation Society - Hoosier Chapter Scholarship
We offer this scholarship to help students foster science and the art of soil, water, and related natural resources management to achieve sustainability. Please note that you must be a member of the Soil and Water Conservation Society at the time of application to apply for these scholarships. Click here for more information and the application form


Spencer County VOICE Leadership Award Scholarship

Click here for the requirements and application form

St Vincent DePaul Scholarship 
Attached flyer shows information regarding this scholarship.  It is $1,500 per semester for up to 4 semesters for a student wanting to go to a trade school or obtain a technical certification, pursue an associate degree or participate in an apprenticeship.  It is open to residents of Dubois and Spencer counties.  Our goal is to create a pathway to a successful career and financial stability to individuals who would not be able to get a higher education due to financial difficulties.
Application Part 1
Application Part 2
Scholarship Requirements


 

United Producers, Inc. Scholarship 
We are offering up to ten $1, 500 scholarships to graduating high school students. 
The purpose of the scholarship program is to help and encourage deserving
students to pursue higher education.
Apply online at www.uproducers.com/scholarship



USI Foundation Scholarships   
Amount: $500-$2,000
Description: Funded through the generosity of private donors.
There are approximately 100 USI Foundation scholarships reserved for new,
incoming freshmen. Students' applications match them with any scholarships
for which 
they meet the criteria set forth by the donor.
Students access the application through 
their myUSI account that is created once they are admitted to USI.
Learn more about the steps to submit a USI Foundation Scholarship application.

USI Harolyn Torain Multicultural Leadership Scholarship   
Amount: $5,000 per academic year for four years
Description: Awarded to students who demonstrate academic achievement and leadership in diverse organizations, environments and leadership capacity for civic engagement and within the workplace.
Multicultural Leadership Scholarship Info


USI B/MD Scholarship
Offers an opportunity for focused Pre-Medical students to earn a scholarship for their undergraduate studies while they receive the best access to pre-medical advising. 
Must be a current HS Senior and Indiana resident at time of application.
Cumulative HS GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
A composite SAT score of 1280 or composite ACT score of 27. (no superscores accepted)
https://www.usi.edu/science/pre-professional-studies/pre-medicine/bmd-scholarship




 

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