May Scholarship Opportunitites

Graduation and Beyond

For graduating Seniors, you've spent untold hours combing college brochures, filling out applications and scholarships, and making your final college choice. You're finishing your high school classes, you're preparing for finals, and enjoying the memory making that happens this time of year for Seniors.

Just because school is out doesn't mean you have to stop looking for ways to fund your college education. And once your college classes begin, you aren't locked out of free money.

As you begin your college career, keep in mind there are a lot of scholarship opportunities that include current college students, as well as those designed specifically for current college students. These are great ways to cut down on your long-term cost of college.

You've got a bright future ahead of you, Seniors. Remember that your Washington Catholic family will always be here for you!

The Indiana Engineering Scholarship

The Indiana Society of Professional Engineers has established a scholarship trust for the purpose of assisting students who have proven a genuine interest in an engineering career. The scholarship will be awarded on a basis of the applicant's scholastic achievements in an accredited EAC/ABET engineering program of study and promise, as well as such personal qualities as character and leadership ability.

Applications are due on or before May 1, 2021.

Click here for more information and an application

Build Your College List Scholarship - College Board

Students in the class of 2022 who build a college list with 6 or more colleges on our college planning site, BigFuture™, can earn a chance at a $500 scholarship.

College Board will award 500 Opportunity Scholarships every month in January, February, and March to students who build a college list, and 100 Opportunity Scholarships per month in April, May, and June.

How to Qualify

Sign in to your College Board account and build a college list on BigFuture with at least six colleges to earn one entry in the monthly drawing.

Get Started

Join or log in to the College Board Opportunity Scholarships program.
Search for colleges on BigFuture and save them to your list. Make sure you’re signed in to your College Board account to save your list.
Add at least 6 schools to your list

Tips for Building Your List

What is a college list?
A college list is a record you create of colleges and universities that could be a good fit for you. The list can include schools close to home or in other cities and states.
How can I build a strong list?
Consider colleges that match your interests, goals, and what’s important to you. You can use average GPA and test scores, potential majors, and other factors to help you narrow it down.
How do I earn entries?
Earn an entry by adding at least 6 colleges to your college list on BigFuture. Make sure to have at least 6 colleges on your list.

Increase Your Chances

More scholarships are awarded in January, February, and March. When you build your list early, you have a chance at a higher number of scholarships in those months.

Whenever students whose families earn less than $60,000 a year build a college list, they’ll earn an extra entry in monthly drawings and have double the chances at a scholarship.

Dates and Deadlines

Scholarships are awarded every month from January through June 2021. A new eligibility window starts on the first day of each month and ends at midnight on the last day of the month. The drawing occurs on the first day of the following month.

Click here for more information

Summer Seminary Immersion Program

The Congregation of Holy Cross on the Notre Dame University campus will be hosting a Summer Seminary Immersion Program for Juniors and Seniors interested in Theology, Philosophy, and the Catholic priesthood and religious life. Young men interested in pursing Vocations are encouraged to apply.

Program runs June 26 - July 10

Click here for more information and registration

Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest

Duck Brand's Stuck at Prom will have two grand prize winners. Use your imagination to create Duck Tape prom fashions in either the "dress" or "tux" category for a chance to win $10,000. Applicants must be legal residents of the United States (excluding Maryland, Vermont, and Colorado) who are at least fourteen years of age or older at the time of entry. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider's website.

Ten (10) awards of $10,000 Due June 8, 2021

Click here to apply

Ivy Tech Community College - Merit Scholarship

The Ivy Tech Community College Merit Based Scholarship is based on a GPA of 2.5-4.0, and only has a few requirements of the student.

Student Must:

-Have a FAFSA on file

-Must be a Core 40 or Academic Honors Student

-Provide their Fall Semester Senior Year Transcript

GPA Range Award

2.5-2.75 $500

2.76-3.0 $1,500

3.01-3.25 $2,500

3.26-4.0 $3,000

The inquiry form for this scholarship must be completed and turned in to show interest. After the form has been received, the student will receive additional instructions. The form can be found at www.ivytech.edu/evscholarships and is titled “Attention All High School Students”.

The amount they are awarded will be split, and half will be given for the Fall semester, and the other half will be given for the Spring semester.

Oakland City University - Intro to College Night

Oakland City University is hosting an Intro to College Night on February 25, 2021 for any student interested in attending OCU. This event is for all high school students, not just seniors. We will be offering 30-minute informational sessions in which we will discuss athletics, financial aid/FAFSA, transitioning to college, and the admissions process. Students who attend are eligible to receive up to a $1500 scholarship! I have attached our flyer for the event and would appreciate if you would share this with your students.

The direct registration link for the event can be found below:

https://apply.oak.edu/register/spring21_introtocollege

Daviess County Extension Homemaker Scholarships

This scholarship is offered to eligible Seniors who are - A daughter or granddaughter, son or grandson, or step-daughter/step-son of any Daviess County Extension Homemaker who lives in Daviess County or in the home of a member who lives in another county is eligible. A grade point average of at least 85% or 3.0 on 4.0 system - "B" average. A daughter or son of the Daviess County Extension Homemaker will be given first priority with a random drawing of remaining qualified grandchildren to select additional finalists.

Application due to office by March 1, 2021. Multiple awards of $100

Click here for more information

Crane Federal Credit Union Scholarship

All graduating high school seniors who meet the following requirements are eligible to apply: applicants must be members of Crane Federal Credit Union for a minimum of 3 months prior to the date of the scholarship award, must be the primary member on the account, be enrolled full-time in the fall at a technical, 2-year or 4-year college or university, have a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Deadline March 1, 2021

Click here for the Application and more information

Hoosier Hampshire Swine Breeders Association, Inc. Junior Scholarship

Up to 5 scholarships in the amount of $1,000.00 each but no more than half the applicants will be awarded every year to junior swine exhibitors (unless there is not a qualified applicant) which have shown a Hampshire pig at least 5 years at the Indiana State Fair during their 4-H or FFA career and who wish to continue their education after graduation from High School.

Applicants must be of good character and in good standing with the Hoosier Hampshire Swine Association and the 4-H/FFA Organizations.

Applications are due July 15

Click here for more information and the application

Purdue University - FarmHouse Fraternity Achievement Scholarship

Any young male 4-H member residing in Indiana who is (or will be) enrolled as a freshman at Purdue University.

The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of : 1. Scholastic Ability 2. Leadership Qualities 3. Community Activities Amount of Scholarship - $1,000.00 The scholarship will be awarded upon successful completion of one semester at Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana.

Click here for the application and more information

Daviess County Right to Life - 2021 Donna Gentry Memorial Scholarship

Daviess County Right to Life is offering a Scholarship in Honor of Donna Gentry to a Daviess or Pike County High School Senior who presents the best essay to the theme “What is happening to America because of abortion”. Donna Gentry leaves a long list of accomplishments, not only in the Right to Life Movement and the Pregnancy Care Center, but also in other community organizations. Donna Gentry, who was the founder of the Pregnancy Care Center touched many lives and by her many accomplishments in the Pro-Life Movement she will long be remembered. This Scholarship is one way the local Right to Life Organization would like to see her legacy carried on.

Due April 9, 2021

Click here complete rules and application form

The Kyle L. Harrop Memorial Scholarship

Kyle L. Harrop was the Indiana Association of School Principals Department of Student Programs Director from August, 2000 to September, 2018, when he passed away unexpectedly. Mr. Harrop’s passion for student success was unrivaled, and during his tenure as Student Programs Director, academic competitions participation grew tremendously. Mr. Harrop was truly the face, voice and spirit of IASP academic competitions.

To honor Mr. Harrop’s passion for student success, and create a legacy in his honor to continue that support, the Kyle L. Harrop Scholarship was created. To apply for the scholarship ($500 for two successive school years), please see the criteria below, complete the attached application, and submit with the necessary documents as a.pdf file to kharropscholarship@gmail.com no later than March 17, 2021. Financial need will be considered when awarding this scholarship, although it is not the main criteria.

The scholarship recipient will:

Be a student at an IASP Department of Student Programs member school; 
Have participated in one of the following Dept. of Student Activities programs while in high school: Academic Spell Bowl, Academic Super Bowl, Quiz Bowl, Academic Decathlon, and/or Future Problem Solvers.
Enter and attend Purdue University, West Lafayette, as an admitted student in Fall, 2021
Submit a letter of recommendation from a school employee
Submit a short essay, up to 250 words, on the affect music in general, or a specific piece of music, has impacted you throughout your life, or during a specific moment of your life
Submit an official school transcript
Provide information regarding your participation in extra-curricular activities, community service, and employment
Please include a brief paragraph to address how this scholarship will assist you in attending Purdue University, West Lafayette.
List any additional scholarships you are receiving, etc.

Due March 17, 2021

Click here for the application

University of Evansville - Aces Opportunity Grant

With the Aces Opportunity Grant, freshmen entering in the Fall of 2021 who meet the following criteria will not pay any tuition out of pocket. No special application is needed to be awarded the Aces Opportunity Grant. It will automatically be offered to qualified Indiana students who:

Have a household adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less
Have a high school GPA of 3.25 or higher
Are eligible for Indiana state grant funding
File the FAFSA by April 15, 2021
Live on campus

How It Will Work

UE will first combine the student’s UE Scholarships, Indiana State Grant Funding, and Federal Grant Funding. Any remaining gap between this combined amount and full-time tuition and full-time fees will be covered through an Aces Opportunity Grant. In this way, UE ensures the student will have no out of pocket tuition costs.

What to do:

Apply online to UE
Receive official notification of admission
Apply for financial aid by filing your FAFSA by April 15, 2021

Renewability Requirements

Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
Annually submit the FAFSA by April 15
Meet credit hour requirements for on-time state award
Continue to meet adjusted gross income criteria threshold reported on the FAFSA

UE will renew the Aces Opportunity Grant up to four years for students meeting these requirements.

Click here for more information and to apply

THE AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Sponsoring Group – The American Legion Department of Indiana

Purpose: To help fund secondary education for a graduating JHS senior

Eligibility: Children and grandchildren of current members in good standing of The American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, and The Sons of The American Legion and also includes children and grandchildren of members who, at the time of death, were current members in good standing of any of the above organizations.

Applications must be received by March 15, 2021

Click here for application and more information

BETHANY VOLZ MEDICAL STAFF SCHOLARSHIP

Sponsoring Group – Medical Staff of Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center

Purpose: The Bethany Volz Medical Staff Scholarship was created in memory of the late Bethany Volz, the daughter of former Medical Staff member Kim Alan Volz, M.D.

Eligibility: Scholarship will be awarded to two high school seniors in the Memorial Hospital service area who plan to enter a two or four year education program in a health related field.

Selection Criteria: In selecting a scholarship winner the following criteria shall be taken into consideration: scholastic aptitude including grades (maintaining a “B” average), SAT scores, etc., financial need and community involvement.

Amount of Award: Two scholarships of $500 will be awarded written to the college or university of recipients.

Applications must be postmarked by April 1, 2021

Click here for more information and the application

Indiana State University - Warren M. Anderson Scholarship

Warren M. Anderson was a graduate of Indiana State Normal School, majoring in education. Anderson, who had the highest grade point average among varsity athletes, was awarded the Hines Medal in 1926. He went on to serve as principal of Gary Roosevelt High School in Gary, Indiana and served as the first African American member of the Indiana Board of Education.

Indiana State University is dedicated to teaching and the creation of knowledge while maintaining its longstanding commitment to inclusiveness, community and public service, and access to higher education.

The Warren M. Anderson Scholarship is awarded to high academic achievers, with a preference for students of racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds. This scholarship serves to promote inclusivity, while student’s involvement in the program will help to enhance the learning environment through increased diversity and academic excellence.

2021-2022 Warren M. Anderson Scholarship Information:

Full in-state tuition
Ten awards available
Renewable for up to three additional years
Admission deadline: February 1
Requirements (listed below) must be satisfied by February 1.
Open to Indiana and out-of-state residents
Not open to international, online-only, or returning ISU students
All incoming freshmen who are admitted to the University by February 1 and meet the criteria listed below will be eligible to apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship application must be submitted by February 15.
To be awarded this scholarship, students must be entering ISU fall semester.

For consideration, candidates must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. Candidates must also have completed the FAFSA.

Pace Community Action Agency, Inc. – Judith K. Bobe Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to graduating senior(s) that were previous Head Start students. Up to two $500 scholarships will be awarded. Visit www.pacecaa.org and click the “services” tab for application and further information.

Deadline March 27

Society of Plastics Engineers - Central Indiana Section Joseph B. Williams Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship serves to honor a long-time member and friend to the Society of Plastic Engineers, Dr. Joseph B. Williams. Student must be a graduating HS senior from an accredited public/private Indiana school. Must be enrolled at a 4-year college/university or a 2-year community college degree program. Enrolled in one of the following majors: Plastic Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Polymer Science, Packaging Engineering, Material Engineering, Material Science, Composite Materials and Structures, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Design Technology, or Polymer Technology. Other majors may be eligible if the candidate submits a description of how that major relates to the Plastics Industry and the scholarship committee approves.

See Miss Birchler for more information

Deadline: April 15, 2021

Juniors-soon-to-be-Seniors... it's your turn to start planning!

Juniors,

You are on the cusp of one of the most memorable years of you educational journey thus far.

Now is a great time to begin planning for those monumental next steps and a little planning and prep over the summer can free you to enjoy more fully the experience of being a Senior. Working ahead of scholarship essays, college applications, and reaching out for letters of recommendation now means you have the summer to get organized and tackle many of the hallmark tasks of Senior year without the added burden of homework or the competing excitement of traditional activities you'll want to really enjoy during this important year.

As you look towards summer, consider completing a few of the following:

Complete a "Brag Sheet" you will use to help you with scholarships and to help recommenders in writing you letters
Research the colleges you are most interested
Plan and take a college visit trip
Begin applying for scholarships with early deadlines
Reach out to teachers, coaches, supervisors, and community members to request letters of recommendation

Dream big, Juniors-soon-to-be-Seniors! There is money out there that will help you pay for your college education; you just have to be willing to work a little for it.

Feel free to contact Miss Birchler (rbirchler@evdio.org) anytime this summer for help with essays, applications, or recommendation letters.

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May Scholarship Opportunitites

Washington Catholic Guidance Office

May Scholarship Opportunitites

Washington Catholic Guidance Office

Graduation and Beyond

May Deadlines

The Indiana Engineering Scholarship

Build Your College List Scholarship - College Board

April Deadline

June Deadlines

Summer Seminary Immersion Program

Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest

School-Specific Scholarships and Aid

Ivy Tech Community College - Merit Scholarship

Oakland City University - Intro to College Night

Daviess County Extension Homemaker Scholarships

Crane Federal Credit Union Scholarship

Indiana Conservation Officers Scholarship

Hoosier Hampshire Swine Breeders Association, Inc. Junior Scholarship

Purdue University - FarmHouse Fraternity Achievement Scholarship

Daviess County Right to Life - 2021 Donna Gentry Memorial Scholarship

The Kyle L. Harrop Memorial Scholarship

University of Evansville - Aces Opportunity Grant

THE AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

BETHANY VOLZ MEDICAL STAFF SCHOLARSHIP

Indiana State University - Warren M. Anderson Scholarship

Pace Community Action Agency, Inc. – Judith K. Bobe Scholarship

Society of Plastics Engineers - Central Indiana Section Joseph B. Williams Memorial Scholarship

Juniors-soon-to-be-Seniors... it's your turn to start planning!

College Applications: How to Begin

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Washington Catholic Guidance Office

Graduation and Beyond

May Deadlines

The Indiana Engineering Scholarship

Build Your College List Scholarship - College Board

April Deadline

June Deadlines

Summer Seminary Immersion Program

Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest

School-Specific Scholarships and Aid

Ivy Tech Community College - Merit Scholarship

Oakland City University - Intro to College Night

Daviess County Extension Homemaker Scholarships

Crane Federal Credit Union Scholarship

Indiana Conservation Officers Scholarship

Hoosier Hampshire Swine Breeders Association, Inc. Junior Scholarship

Purdue University - FarmHouse Fraternity Achievement Scholarship​

Daviess County Right to Life - 2021 Donna Gentry Memorial Scholarship

The Kyle L. Harrop Memorial Scholarship

University of Evansville - Aces Opportunity Grant

THE AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

BETHANY VOLZ MEDICAL STAFF SCHOLARSHIP

Indiana State University - Warren M. Anderson Scholarship

Pace Community Action Agency, Inc. – Judith K. Bobe Scholarship

Society of Plastics Engineers - Central Indiana Section Joseph B. Williams Memorial Scholarship

Juniors-soon-to-be-Seniors... it's your turn to start planning!

College Applications: How to Begin

Check out these May Scholarship deadlines!

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