Scholarships & Financial Aid
March 11th - 25th
From the School Counseling Office at Hobart High School
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.
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NEW! Indiana Sheriffs' Association Scholarship
The Indiana Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship Fund was established for the purpose of receiving, investing, and dispensing funds to provide college scholarships to qualified students who are committed to pursuing an education and career in the law enforcement field.
The scholarship fund was established for the benefit of the members of the association and qualified individuals. The general qualifications for applicants are: to be an active affiliate or associate member of the Indiana Sheriffs’ Association or a dependent child or grandchild of an active affiliate or associate member of the association, be an Indiana resident, attend an Indiana College or University, major in a law enforcement field and enroll as a full-time student (12 hours).This year, the association will be awarding forty $750 scholarships to qualified students who are pursuing an education and career in the criminal justice field.
Application is attached below.
Deadline: April 1, 2022
NEW! Delta Kappa Gamma Educational Grant
The Alpha Omega Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (a national honorary of women educators) is again offering an educational grant of $500 for a graduating senior girl who plans to enroll in a teacher preparatory program beginning in the fall of 2022.
Applications are available in the Guidance Office.
The completed packet including recommendation forms, official transcript with seventh semester grades, cumulative GPA, and SAT/ACT scores should be turned in to Guidance by the deadline.
Deadline: April 15, 2022
NEW! Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship
Applicants to the Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship Program must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- U.S. citizen
- Demonstrated financial need
- High school senior with a 2.5 or above GPA OR a freshman or a sophomore undergraduate student with a 2.5 or above GPA
- Current or planned 4-year degree enrollment in the following majors:
- Aerospace Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Physics
- Current or planned full-time attendance at an accredited U.S. four-year college or university
- Interest in a paid internship with Lockheed Martin following their freshman, sophomore or junior year of college, other circumstances notwithstanding (note: the internship is not required to receive a scholarship, and scholarship recipients are not guaranteed an internship)
Apply online at https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/lockheedmartin/
Deadline: April 1, 2022
NEW! Indiana Latino Institute Scholarships
ILI SCHOLARSHIPS
ILI awards $1,000 need and merit-based scholarships to up to 15 students who show academic excellence and community service involvement. Preference is given to applicants who are Latino first-generation college students. Our academic scholarship applications are due May 31, 2022.
2022 ILI Academic Scholarship Application
The Alivio Medical Center Scholarship was created in 2021 to help Latino students seeking to enter the medical field during their time in school. This scholarship has become one of the main highlights of Alivio’s commitment to the community during its 20th Anniversary Celebration. The Alivio Medical Center Scholarship is an annual, merit-based competition offered to undergraduate or graduate students that focuses on rewarding ambitious, driven, goal-oriented individuals with majors related to the medical field. Including: medical, nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy or optometry. These scholarships in the amount of $1,000.00 will be awarded to 10 eligible students selected by an outside committee. The Alivio Medical Center Scholarship applications are due May 31, 2022.
2022 Alivio Medical Center Scholarship Application
Deadline: May 31, 2022
Purdue Alpha Phi Omega Scholarship
My name is Josh Martin and I’m the President of Alpha Phi Omega, a community service-oriented gender inclusive organization at Purdue. I have a scholarship offer of $500 for High School Seniors planning on attending Purdue this upcoming semester. There is no requirement to join our organization if awarded. There is a 500-word essay requirement which asks students to write about their daily work in service, leadership, and friendship. There is also a requirement for 2 references. The scholarship is due by email, or by mail by March 15th, 2022. Please email the completed form to apo@purdue.edu, or mail it to:
ATTN: Josh Martin, President
Purdue University
Stewart Center . G14 . Box 602
West Lafayette, IN 47906
Application attached below.
Deadline: March 15, 2022
The Horatio Alger State Scholarship Program (CLASS OF 2023!)
To be eligible to apply for a Horatio Alger State Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria*:
- Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States
- Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
- Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
- Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
- Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
- Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and
- Be a United States citizen
Apply online at https://scholars.horatioalger.org/about-our-scholarship-programs/state-scholarships/
Deadline: March 15, 2022
Urban League of Northwest Indiana Scholarships
Apply online at https://ulofnwi.communityforce.com/Funds/Search.aspx#4371597136646D517975544F5976596D4E73384E69673D3D.
Deadline: March 27, 2022
Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents Sagamore Scholarship
Introduction: The Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents (IAPSS) will award two $1,000 scholarships in April 2022.
Requirement: Indiana Public High school senior must be related to an active member of IAPSS. Candidate must be admitted and accepted as full time student at a four or two year college or vocational/technical school. One will be awarded to a high performing senior majoring is education and planning to become a teacher, and one to a academically high performing and ECA active senior.
Process: Applicant must fill out the cover sheet/application and email materials to: Dr. J. T. Coopman, IAPSS, One N. Capitol Avenue, Suite 1215, Indianapolis, IN 46204. Materials must be postmarked by March 31, 2022. Questions should be directed to Dr. Coopman at (317) 639- 0336. jtcoopman@iapss-in.org
Construction Advancement Foundation Scholarship (Northwest Indiana)
The Construction Advancement Foundation is delighted to invest in the future of the construction industry by awarding scholarships to Northwest Indiana students who are pursuing a career in construction management, engineering, or a related field within construction. The scholarships for undergraduates are $2,500 per year and can be renewed for up to four years for a maximum of $10,000.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS & SELECTION CRITERIA
Recipients must be Indiana residents of Lake, Porter, La Porte, Newton, Jasper, or Starke Counties
Recipients must be pursuing a career in construction or related field (Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, etc.)
High school GPA > 3.0
Pass an annual hair follicle drug test
Evaluation of applicants participation in extra curricular activities in school and/or community
Recipient must be U.S. Citizen
Full or part-time students are eligible. Part-time students will be funded on a proportional basis
No restriction as to school the student attends (applications from students attending online schools are discouraged from applying)
USE OF FUNDS
Scholarship funds are restricted to tuition, fees, books, and room and board only. Payments will be made to student with submission of receipts, or directly to the school upon receipt of an invoice.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Completed application form
Letters of Recommendation from 3 people (teacher, employer, coach, scout leader, church leader, etc.)
Copy of SAT/ACT scores
Proof of acceptance / enrollment in college / university
Declaration of major field
An essay on “Why I am interested in a career in the Construction Industry. (300 words)
Application is attached below.
Deadline: March 31, 2022
IHSAA Scholarships
The IHSAA Foundation is happy to announce the opening of the application window for an additional 10 scholarships available to IHSAA Member-School Student-Athletes this spring. We will be funding $40,000 for 22 total scholarships this year.
To start these applications, please look on your myIHSAA.net Main Dashboard at the bottom under the “Program & Scholarship Nominations” section called “2022 IHSAA Foundation General Scholarship Applications”
The IHSAA Foundation will once again be offering post-secondary scholarships which consist of the following 10 scholarships worth $10,000:
- Six (6) Total $1,000 General Post-Secondary Education Scholarships
- Four (4) $1,000 Bobby and Kathy Cox Endowment Fund Tuition Scholarships
- Two (2) $1,000 Sparks Foundation Tuition Scholarships (in partnership with Team IP)
- Two (2) $1,000 Lee Lonzo Champions Together Scholarships
- Use this link to access the Lee Lonzo Champions Together Scholarship application:
- LONZO UNIFIED SPORTS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
- Please see attached for the scholarship criteria
- Two (2) $1,000 David Cranfill Truehearted Teammate Award Scholarships
- We are proud to announce the creation of the David Cranfill Truehearted Teammate Award Scholarship, which will be given to one male and one female student-athlete who best exemplifies what it means to be a Truehearted Teammate.
Deadline: April 1, 2022
ICES Bridging Cultures Scholarship
Deadline: April 1, 2022
Go Green, Help Save the World 2022 Poster/Visual Arts Contest
For a brochure with rules and regulations, please visit the School Counseling Office.
Deadline: April 1, 2022
2022 We the Students Essay Contest
We are excited to announce the launch of the Bill of Rights Institute's 2022 We the Students Essay Contest!
The grand prize is $7,500 and a scholarship to the Constitutional Academy summer program in Washington, DC. Submissions are due April 15th at 11:59 p.m. ET.
This year's topic is: How does an understanding of natural rights and respect build a free society?
We encourage students to bring emotion, creativity, specific examples, and well-researched facts into what they write. A good essay will demonstrate how these principles are not just abstract ideas but are part of people's everyday actions and choices.
Deadline: April 15, 2022
Kiwanis "We Build" Scholarship (Local)
Deadline: April 15, 2022
Indiana Chapter of the American Public Works Association Scholarship
Deadline: May 3, 2022
Class of 2023 BigFuture CollegeBoard Scholarships
Class of 2023, Qualify Yourself for Scholarships!
All juniors: Make yourself eligible for $500 and $40,000 scholarships each month. Earn entries in monthly drawings for scholarships by completing steps to plan for college. The sooner you start and the more steps you complete, the more chances you’ll have to win. This month’s entries will continue to be included in upcoming monthly drawings. Read the Official Rules here.
Earn your first drawing entry now by building your college list of six or more schools.
How to Qualify
BigFuture offers tools to help you choose a college and career right for you. When you take steps on BigFuture to get ready for college, you’ll be entered in drawings for $500 and $40,000 scholarships. There are no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements. It’s easy to enter scholarship drawings each month. Simply complete one of the steps before the deadline, and you’ll be automatically entered to win $500 and $40,000 scholarships! Students whose families earn less than $60,000 a year have extra chances at BigFuture Scholarships because they’re eligible for two entries each drawing.
1
Build Your College List: $500 and $40,000
Explore colleges that interest you on College Search. Add 6 schools to your list to qualify.
Start Date: December 6, 2021
Deadline: June 30, 2022
2
Practice for the SAT: $500 and $40,000
Use Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy to get ready for test day. Start with 1 Timed Mini Section or 1 Diagnostic Quiz to earn your entry.
Start Date: December 6, 2021
Deadline: October 31, 2022
3
Explore Scholarships: $500 and $40,000
Find other scholarships and aid to help you pay for college. Explore a personalized list of scholarships and select Go Apply for at least 1 to learn about requirements.
Start Date: July 1, 2022
Deadline: February 28, 2023
4
Strengthen Your College List: $500 and $40,000
Make sure your list has a mix of colleges – at least 3 reach, 2 match and 1 safety – to qualify.
Start Date: July 1, 2022
Deadline: October 31, 2022
5
Complete the FAFSA: $500 and $40,000
Fill out the free government form to apply for financial aid. To enter, confirm that you already submitted the FAFSA or are ineligible to complete it.
Start Date: October 1, 2022
Deadline: February 28, 2023
6
Apply to Colleges: $500 and $40,000
Apply to 2 or more schools you want to attend to earn an entry.
Start Date: October 1, 2022
Deadline: February 28, 2023
By completing one or more of these steps, all current juniors (class of 2023) with a College Board account who attend high school or are enrolled in a homeschool in the United States or U.S. territories (including Puerto Rico) will be automatically enrolled in drawings.U.S. citizens and residents attending Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) schools abroad may also participate. To remove yourself from drawings, you can select not to participate at bigfuturescholarships.org/opt-out.
Scholarship Drawings
Class of 2023 BigFuture Scholarship winners will be selected through random drawings each month from the end of January 2022 through February 2023. Two $40,000 scholarship winners will be selected each month along with hundreds of $500 scholarship winners.
CollegeBoard Opportunity Scholarships - Class of 2022
Open Through February
Your juniors can find scholarships and other aid to help them pay for college for a chance at $500.
Open Through February
With the College Board Opportunity Scholarships, students who fill out the FAFSA will earn a chance at a $500 scholarship.
Open through February
Students who apply to 2 or more colleges will earn a chance at a $500 scholarship.
Hobart High School School Counseling Office
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
Additional CollegeBoard College and Career Resources
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.