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We have a variety of scholarships available to residents of Howard County.
By completing the general application, you will be considered for scholarships that are administered through the Community Foundation, provided you meet eligibility requirements. Other applications should be completed as eligibility requirements are met.
Please note some scholarships are administered through the high school guidance office. Be sure to check with the guidance counselors for a complete list.
Are you curious about how funding sources are applied towards college costs? This guide shows a breakdown of general college funding sources and how they can help you afford a degree: College Funding Guide
Link to applications for Community Foundation scholarships
2024 General Scholarship: Application opens Jan. 1, 2024 and closes on March 1, 2024.
This fund provides scholarships to seniors from any Howard County high school and Maconaquah High School with a preference given to graduates from Northwestern High School and Maconaquah High School who attend accredited colleges or universities in the study of fine arts, preference given to applicants majoring in piano.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) pursue a fine arts degree with a preference for students studying piano; (b) academic ability to succeed in their course of study in college; (c) good character and citizenship; and (d) deserving of financial assistance. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by the Howard-Tipton County Central Labor Council, a portion of the income from this fund is used to provide scholarships for deserving students who are graduating from any Howard or Tipton County High School and who will be attending any accredited post-secondary institution. Applicants may be union members, or have a parent or guardian who is a member of a labor union.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) financial need; (b) good scholastic record; and (c) good citizenship and good character. Required to be submitted with application -- Written verification of current union membership on union stationery signed by union officer.*Use general scholarship application.
For students graduating from any high school who are accepted into an accredited trade school, or two- or four-year public or private educational institution. Scholarship recipients must be a member of the IGWA, immediate family member of IGWA member, employee of IGWA member or immediate family of employee, limited to single branch of a company.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) work experience; (b) volunteerism; (c) academic performance; (d) essay; and (e) good citizenship and character. Required to be submitted with application -- First year applicants must submit a copy of acceptance letter.*Use IGWA Scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to seniors from any Howard County high school and Maconaquah High School with a preference given to graduates from Northwestern High School and Maconaquah High School who attend accredited colleges or universities in the study of fine arts with preference given to applicants majoring in painting, sculpture, voice or dance.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) pursue a fine arts degree with a preference for students studying painting, sculpture, voice or dance; (b) academic ability to succeed in their course of study in college; (c) good character and citizenship; and (d) deserving of financial assistance. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for graduating seniors from any Cass, Howard, Miami, Tipton or Wabash county high school. Preference will be given to students of past or present Indiana Army National Guard service members, including parents, grandparents or siblings. Students must attend any accredited two- or four-year public or private educational organization.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) academic achievement; (d) financial need; and, (e) letter of recommendation. *Use general scholarship application.
Donald W. Pagel established this scholarship fund in memory of his wife to provide scholarship for qualified students who are highly deserving graduating seniors from Western High School in Howard County or Tri-Central High School in Tipton County. These students must be planning to attend any accredited college or university in Indiana, and demonstrate need for assistance with educational expenses.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) financial need; (b) good citizenship; (c) graduation in upper 25% of their class; (d) intention to pursue a career in teaching or a health related career; and (e) a meaningful record of volunteering in the community. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for students graduating from any high school in the Sagamore Council area, with preference to be given to Eagle Scouts, who are accepted into a program leading to a bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good scholastic record and demonstrates the ability to succeed as a college student; (b) good citizenship (school and community); (c) good work ethic; (d) preference to be given to Eagle Scouts; (e) financial need; and (f) a recommendation from the student's high school faculty or staff member. *Use H.W. 'Hod' Peabody BSA Scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for graduating seniors from any high school in Howard, Tipton and Wabash counties and in any county contiguous to Howard or Tipton counties who are going to attend any accredited college or university in Indiana, and who demonstrate need for assistance with educational expenses. This scholarship may be renewed based on meeting eligibility requirements.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) high school grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale; (b) class rank in the top 25% of graduating class; (c) attending any accredited college or university in Indiana; (d) intended college major in the area of business; (e) good citizenship; (f) good character; (g) active participation in extracurricular activities; and, (h) demonstrated need for financial assistance. *Use R.A.C.I. Scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for graduating seniors from any high school in Howard, Tipton or Carroll counties who are pursuing a degree in mortuary science and who are accepted into and attend an accredited educational organization. If no student meets the criteria, the secondary purpose is to support students pursuing a degree in paramedic or fire sciences.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) demonstrated ability to succeed; (c) good scholastic record; (d) financial need; (e) healthy lifestyle; and, (f) high school teacher and/or staff recommendation. *Use general scholarship application.
For graduates of any Howard County high school enrolled, or planning to enroll, in any accredited college, university or nursing school in the United States. Careers in pre-medicine, medicine, two-year associate program in nursing, three-year diploma program in nursing, and four-year bachelor of nursing program will be considered providing any such program is preparation for obtaining a registered nurse designation or a M.D. degree. This scholarship may be renewable based on meeting certain conditions.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) graduate of a Howard County high school; (b) currently enrolled or planning to enroll in a degree program leading to a career as a nurse or medical doctor; (c) recommendation from a science teacher and an individual who has known you for at least one year; and, (d) financial need. *Use general scholarship application if you are a high school student. Current college students use Howard County Non-Traditional Student Scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for non-traditional students from Howard County who have graduated at least three years prior from a Howard County school and who are accepted into an accredited Indiana school of higher learning.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character and good citizenship; (b) non-traditional Howard county student must have a minimum of a C grade point average or the equivalent thereof while in high school; (c) financial need; (d) healthy life-style; (e) student must have graduated at least three (3) years prior from a Howard County, Indiana high school and been accepted into and attend an accredited Indiana public educational institution of higher learning; and (f) a recommendation from a teacher, employer, community member who is not related. *Use Howard County Non-Traditional Student Scholarship application.
Established by the family of the late Dr. Max M. Earl, scholarships are awarded from this fund to Howard County residents or former students of any Howard County high school, who are or will be attending the Indiana University School of Medicine to pursue a degree as a medical doctor.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) proof of attendance at Indiana University School of Medicine; (b) recommendation; and (c) financial need are criteria used in the selection process. *Use Howard County Non-Traditional Student Scholarship application.
For students who are current residents of Howard County or who graduated from any Howard County high school and who are accepted to attend any accredited school of medicine to pursue a medical degree. Applicants must submit a copy of the acceptance letter from the School of Medicine that they will attend.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) above average intelligence; (d) good scholastic record; (e) recommendation from a non-family member; and (f) financial need. *Use Howard County Non-Traditional Student Scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for Howard County residents who are or will be enrolled in an accredited educational institution to study nursing.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) academic ability; (b) high moral character; (c) excellent mental attitude; and (d) a recommendation from someone other than a relative. *High school students use general scholarship application. Non-traditional students use the Howard County Non-Traditional Student Scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for late-in-life, second career, or other non-traditional students on an educative track to become teachers in Indiana.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) has a passion for teaching; (b) academic ability to succeed; (c) superior work ethic; (d) high moral character; (e) good citizenship and community involvement; (f) excellent mental attitude; (g) financial need; and (h) a recommendation from a teacher, employer or community member who is not related. *Use Howard County Non-Traditional Student Scholarship application.
Established by Susannah B. Hough, scholarships are awarded to students graduating from any public high school or accredited private high school located in Howard County who are or will be attending Indiana University-Kokomo, Purdue University-Kokomo, or Ivy Tech Community College in Kokomo in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate degree.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) work ethic; (b) moral character, excellent mental attitude; (c) recommendation from principal or faculty advisor of high school; (d) top 50% of graduating class or life experiences that prepare the student for academic success; and (e) financial need. *High school students use general scholarship application. Non-traditional students use the Howard County Non-Traditional Student Scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for graduates of any Howard County high school who are pursuing courses of study in fields that lead to careers in the medical/dental profession at any accredited college, university or nursing school in the United States.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good scholastic standing; (b) a real and persistent desire for an education in the medical or dental field; (c) financial need; and (d) a recommendation from a teacher, academic advisor and/or academic administrator. *High school students use general scholarship application. Non-traditional students use the Howard County Non-Traditional Student Scholarship application.
This scholarship was established by the Kokomo Rotary Early Risers Club for graduates of a Howard County public or private high school who are in their third or fourth year of college study.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) graduate of a Howard County public or private high school; (b) currently attending an accredited college or university; (c) be in the third or fourth year of college study and successfully progressing through a major area of study; (d) community service in Howard County or in the local community of the current school attending - involvement in Rotaract Club would be ideal; and (e) scholarship is not renewable; however, recipients can re-apply for a second year. *Use Howard County Non-Traditional Student Scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to professional educators in the Kokomo School Corporation or Howard County school districts who are seeking an advanced degree and/or certification in the field of education or subject area taught at any degree-granting institution approved by the State of Indiana. The secondary purpose is to provide scholarships to Howard County high school graduates pursuing an education degree. *Apply through the Kokomo Education Foundation, Debbie Vawter, (765) 455-8000.
Purpose: The primary purposes of the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program are 1) to help raise the level of educational attainment in Indiana; 2) to increase awareness of the beneficial roles Indiana community foundations can play in their communities; and 3) to encourage and support the efforts of current and past Lilly Endowment Community Scholars to engage with each other and with Indiana business, governmental, educational, nonprofit and civic leaders to improve the quality of life in Indiana generally and in local communities throughout the state.
Scholarships: The program will provide scholarships for otherwise unreimbursed full tuition, required fees, and a special allocation of up to $900 per year for required books and required equipment for four years of undergraduate study on a full-time basis, leading to a baccalaureate degree at any Indiana public or private nonprofit college or university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Eligibility: The program is open to all Indiana residents who have graduated by the end of June 2023, with a diploma from an accredited Indiana high school and who have been accepted to pursue a full-time baccalaureate course of study beginning in the fall of 2023 at an accredited public or private college or university in Indiana.
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Requirements: To pursue four years of undergraduate study on a full-time basis leading to a baccalaureate degree at an Indiana College. Keep the Community Foundation apprised of their academic status during college and post-graduation status (education and/or employment) for at least ten years after graduation.
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These scholarships are being awarded from the Community Endowment Fund of the Foundation. The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship committee and the grantmaking committee of the Foundation recommended to the board of directors that the finalists for the Howard County Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship be awarded scholarships in recognition of their academic achievement, community and school involvement, potential for success, financial need and participation in the interview process.
Established by the family and friends of Mr. Anderson in honor of his retirement from Delphi Delco Electronics. Carl and Pat Anderson have contributed to the endowment fund so that scholarships can be awarded forever.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) graduating seniors from any Howard County high school accepted into a program leading to a bachelor's degree in education; (b) a strong civic commitment to school and community through extra-curricular activities; (c) recommendation from principal or faculty advisor of the high school; (d) academic achievement is considered, but the recipient should not be in the top 10-percent of the class; and, (e) financial need. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to Howard County high school graduates who are seeking a post-secondary degree on a full-time basis, with a preference for female students.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) demonstrated ability to succeed in post-secondary eductional institution; (c) recommendation from the high school principal or faculty advisor; (d) financial need; and, (e) preference will be given to qualified female students. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by Jerry and Marty Butler in memory of their daughter Jenny Michelle Butler, this fund provides scholarships to students who are members of First Evangelical Presbyterian Church and take an active role within the church and who will be attending a post-secondary educational institution.
*A separate scholarship application and criteria are available through First Evangelical Presbyterian Church.
This fund provides scholarships to Howard County high school graduates who are accepted into and attend an accredited two- or four-year public or private institution of higher learning (for example: Vincennes University, University of Northwestern Ohio, SAM Tech School of Automotive Machinists, Lincoln Tech) pursing a degree in Manufacturing Trades & Technologies associated with motorsports.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character and good citizenship; (b) pursuing a degree in manufacturing skilled trades and technologies associated with motorsports; (c) ability to succeed in a post-secondary education; student much have a minimum of a C+ GPA or equivalent; (d) financial need; and (f) letter of recommendation. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to Howard County high school graduates who are accepted into a program leading to a bachelor's degree in the educational field at an accredited college or university.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) the equivalent of a B average of the high school student attended; (b) superior work ethic; (c) high moral character; (d) good citizenship; (e) excellent mental attitude; and, (f) recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor or principal of the student's high school. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established by Jerry Cook in memory of M. Joyce Cook. Scholarships will be awarded from this fund to students graduating from any accredited Howard County high school who are accepted into a program leading to a bachelor's degree in elementary education, ministry, or mission field.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) good scholastic record; (d) good work ethic; (e) recommendation from a faculty or staff member of the high school with respect to the nominated student; and (f) financial need. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to seniors from any Howard County high school who are going to attend a state supported Indiana college or university, and who demonstrate need for assistance with educational expenses. This scholarship may be renewed based on meeting eligibility requirements.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) financial need; (b) good citizenship; (c) above average intelligence; (d) good scholastic record; (e) good character; and, (f) active participation in extracurricular activities. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to seniors from any Howard County high school and Maconaquah High School with a preference given to graduates from Northwestern High School and Maconaquah High School who attend accredited colleges or universities in the study of fine arts, preference given to applicants majoring in piano.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) pursue a fine arts degree with a preference for students studying piano; (b) academic ability to succeed in their course of study in college; (c) good character and citizenship; and (d) deserving of financial assistance. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to seniors from any Howard County high school who are students of the Destination: Education IUK program and who are pursuing Purdue degree programs either at Kokomo or West Lafayette.
*Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for Howard County residents who are or will be enrolled in an accredited educational institution to study nursing.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) academic ability; (b) high moral character; (c) excellent mental attitude; and (d) a recommendation from someone other than a relative. *High school students use general scholarship application. Non-traditional students use the Howard County Non-Traditional Student Scholarship application.
Established by Susannah B. Hough, scholarships are awarded to students graduating from any public high school or accredited private high school located in Howard County who are or will be attending Indiana University-Kokomo, Purdue University-Kokomo, or Ivy Tech Community College in Kokomo in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate degree.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) work ethic; (b) moral character, excellent mental attitude; (c) recommendation from principal or faculty advisor of high school; (d) top 50% of graduating class or life experiences that prepare the student for academic success; and (e) financial need. *High school students use general scholarship application. Non-traditional students use the Howard County Non-Traditional Student Scholarship application
Established by the Howard-Tipton County Central Labor Council, a portion of the income from this fund is used to provide scholarships for deserving students who are graduating from any Howard or Tipton County High School and who will be attending any accredited post-secondary institution. Applicants may be union members, or have a parent or guardian who is a member of a labor union.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) financial need; (b) good scholastic record; and (c) good citizenship and good character. Required to be submitted with application -- Written verification of current union membership on union stationery signed by union officer.*Use general scholarship application.
For students graduating from any high school who are accepted into an accredited trade school, or two- or four-year public or private educational institution. Scholarship recipients must be a member of the IGWA, immediate family member of IGWA member, employee of IGWA member or immediate family of employee, limited to single branch of a company.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) work experience; (b) volunteerism; (c) academic performance; (d) essay; and (e) good citizenship and character. Required to be submitted with application -- First year applicants must submit a copy of acceptance letter.*Use IGWA Scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for graduates of any Howard County high school who are pursuing courses of study in fields that lead to careers in the medical/dental profession at any accredited college, university or nursing school in the United States.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good scholastic standing; (b) a real and persistent desire for an education in the medical or dental field; (c) financial need; and (d) a recommendation from a teacher, academic advisor and/or academic administrator. *High school students use general scholarship application. Non-traditional students use the Howard County Non-Traditional Student Scholarship application.
This scholarship fund was established by Robert Knolinski to provide scholarships for qualified students graduating from any Howard County high school who are accepted into a program leading to a bachelor's degree in mathematics, accounting, science, and/or engineering at any post-secondary institution, who are likely to succeed as post-secondary, college or university students.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) academic achievement; (b) good character; (c) good citizenship (school and community involvement); (d) good work ethic; (e) recommendation from a faculty or staff member of the high school; and (f) financial need. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by the Kokomo Country Club Board of Directors, a committee of the Country Club including Foundation staff and volunteers recommend scholarship recipients from this fund.
(A separate scholarship application is available through all Howard County high school guidance offices.) Preference is given to students who have worked at Kokomo Country Club and/or have participated on high school varsity golf teams. Children of KCC members are not eligible.
This fund provides scholarships to graduating seniors from any Howard County high school who are enrolled in an accredited four-year, degree-granting college or university who have an academic record that demonstrates college potential, and who have demonstrated personal characteristics of a 'total person' through active participation in school and community activities.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) an academic record that demonstrates college potential; (b) demonstrated personal characteristics of a 'total person' through active participation in school and community activities; and (c) a written essay detailing specific evidence of the student's efforts to develop as a total person and the student's educational and occupational goals. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to graduating seniors from any Howard County high school who are enrolled in an accredited four-year, degree-granting college or university who have an academic record that demonstrates college potential, and who have demonstrated personal characteristics of a 'total person' through active participation in school and community activities.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) an academic record that demonstrates college potential; (b) demonstrated personal characteristics of a 'total person' through active participation in school and community activities; and (c) a written essay detailing specific evidence of the student's efforts to develop as a total person and the student's educational and occupational goals. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to seniors from any Howard County high school and Maconaquah High School with a preference given to graduates from Northwestern High School and Maconaquah High School who attend accredited colleges or universities in the study of fine arts with preference given to applicants majoring in painting, sculpture, voice or dance.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) pursue a fine arts degree with a preference for students studying painting, sculpture, voice or dance; (b) academic ability to succeed in their course of study in college; (c) good character and citizenship; and (d) deserving of financial assistance. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to students graduating from any Howard County high school who will be studying education in Indiana, with a preference for students studying special education.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good scholastic record and demonstrates the ability to succeed as a college student; (b) studying in a program leading to a bachelor's degree in education, with a preference for students studying special education; (c) good citizenship (school and community; (d) good work ethic; (e) financial need; and (f) recommendation from a high school faculty or staff member. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for graduating seniors from any Cass, Howard, Miami, Tipton or Wabash county high school. Preference will be given to students of past or present Indiana Army National Guard service members, including parents, grandparents or siblings. Students must attend any accredited two- or four-year public or private educational organization.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) academic achievement; (d) financial need; and, (e) letter of recommendation. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by family and friends of Mrs. Name, this fund provides scholarships to deserving students who are pursuing a degree to become a registered nurse.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) community service; (b) a minimum of 3.0 on 4.0 scale overall high school GPA; (c) good character; (d) good citizenship; (e) above average intelligence; (f) recommendation from principal or faculty advisor; and (g) financial need. Preference is given to Western High School students. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for students graduating from any public or private high school in Howard County who are or will be attending a post-secondary educational institution in Indiana, and who are pursuing a degree that could be used in retail merchandising.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) scholarship, good scholastic records; (b) good character and citizenship; (c) financial need; and (d) recommendation from a teacher, counselor, and/or principal of the student’s high school. The scholarship may be renewable based on certain conditions. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for students graduating from any high school in the Sagamore Council area, with preference to be given to Eagle Scouts, who are accepted into a program leading to a bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good scholastic record and demonstrates the ability to succeed as a college student; (b) good citizenship (school and community); (c) good work ethic; (d) preference to be given to Eagle Scouts; (e) financial need; and (f) a recommendation from the student's high school faculty or staff member. *Use H.W. 'Hod' Peabody BSA Scholarship application.
Established in 2021 for Howard County graduating seniors pursuing a post-secondary education in any field of study related to agriculture, including horticulture, agribusiness, animal science and veterinary sciences for farm animals. Preference given to Eastern High School graduates.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) ability to succeed in chosen field of study; (d) good scholastic record; (e) financial need; and (f) preference given to Eastern High School students.*Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for graduating seniors from any high school in Howard, Tipton and Wabash counties and in any county contiguous to Howard or Tipton counties who are going to attend any accredited college or university in Indiana, and who demonstrate need for assistance with educational expenses. This scholarship may be renewed based on meeting eligibility requirements.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) high school grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale; (b) class rank in the top 25% of graduating class; (c) attending any accredited college or university in Indiana; (d) intended college major in the area of business; (e) good citizenship; (f) good character; (g) active participation in extracurricular activities; and, (h) demonstrated need for financial assistance. *Use R.A.C.I. Scholarship application.
Established by Tom and Kathy Rethlake in memory of their daughter, Abby Kathryn Rethlake, this fund provides scholarships to students studying cosmetology.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) potential to succeed in cosmetology career; (b) good work ethic; and (c) financial need. Preference is given to students in the cosmetology program of the Kokomo Career Center of Kokomo-Center Township Consolidated School Corporation. Due Nov. 19, 2021.* Use online Abby Kathryn Rethlake Memorial Scholarship.
Established in 2013 in memory of Craig Shuck this fund provides scholarships for Howard County high school graduates who will be attending any accredited college, university, trade school or other post-secondary training. The student must attend a post-secondary college, university, or trade school on a full-time basis nine months or more per year, unless the trade school is for less than nine months.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) above average intelligence; (d) good scholastic record; (e) recommendation from someone other than a relative; (f) financial need; and (g) healthy lifestyle. The scholarship may be renewable based on certain conditions. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to qualified students graduating from high school who have or will successfully complete the Kokomo CEO Program through the Kokomo Area Career Center, and who are accepted into an accredited post-secondary educational institution, who are deserving of financial assistance and who are likely to succeed as post-secondary students.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) the equivalent of a B average of the high school student attended; (b) has a passion for entrepreneurship; (c) superior work ethic; (d) high moral character; (e) good citizenship and community involvement; (f) excellent mental attitude; (g) preference will be given for financial need; (h) and, recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor or principal of the high school student attended. *Application available through the Kokomo CEO Program Coordinator.
Established by a bequest by Helen Stout, scholarships are awarded from this fund to deserving Howard County students to acquire an education beyond high school.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) academic achievement; (b) good character; (c) good citizenship (school and community involvement); (d) good work ethic; (e) recommendation from a high school faculty or staff member; and (f) financial need. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for graduating seniors from any high school in Howard, Tipton or Carroll counties who are pursuing a degree in mortuary science and who are accepted into and attend an accredited educational organization. If no student meets the criteria, the secondary purpose is to support students pursuing a degree in paramedic or fire sciences.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) demonstrated ability to succeed; (c) good scholastic record; (d) financial need; (e) healthy lifestyle; and, (f) high school teacher and/or staff recommendation. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established to recognize Lloyd and Laura Swartzendruber's many musical contributions to the community and to members of the First Evangelical Presbyterian Church. This fund provides scholarships to seniors from any Howard County high school. Preference will be given to students studying music and/or Christian education at any accredited two- or four-year public institution of higher learning.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) scholastic achievement (top third of class); (b) extra-curricular activities in and out of high school; (c) good character and citizenship; (d) recommendation from teacher or staff of high school; and (e) submitted essay describing a person who has influenced applicant's interest in music and/or Christian education through interactions and life lessons. The essay should include the applicant's reasons for pursuing a career in music and/or Christian education. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by Vic and Patricia Thacker, this fund provides scholarships to seniors from any Howard County high school who are or will be attending Indiana University Kokomo, Purdue University Kokomo, Indiana University Bloomington, Purdue University West Lafayette or Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) total family income, should not exceed $40,000; (b) total family income should not exceed $10,000 per family member; (c) a minimum grade of 2.0 (C) on a 4.0 scale in all high school classes taken; (d) a minimum 2.5 (C+) overall high school grade point average; (e) recommendations from the principal or faculty advisor; (f) good character; and (g) good citizenship. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for Howard County residents, who are enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited educational institution to study nursing. Preference may be given to a student studying in Howard County.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) academic ability; (b) high moral character; (c) excellent mental attitude; and (d) recommendation from someone other than a relative. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by the late Robert P. Wiese this fund provides scholarships to deserving Howard County high school students who will be attending Purdue University.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) above average intelligence; (d) good scholastic record (but the recipient should not be in the top 10-percent academically of the students in his/her senior class); (e) recommendation from the high school principal or faculty advisor; (f) financial need; and (g) healthy life style. The scholarship may be renewable based on certain conditions. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by Frank Zehring through a Charitable Remainder Trust, scholarships are awarded to deserving Howard County high school students who will be attending a college, university or trade school in the state of Indiana and are deserving of financial assistance.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) above average intelligence; (d) good scholastic record (but the recipient cannot be the valedictorian of graduating class and preference will be given to students who are not in the top 10-percent of their class, but who have a reasonable chance of success in post-secondary education; (e) recommendation from the high school principal or faculty member; (f) financial need; and (g) healthy life style. The scholarship may be renewable based on certain conditions. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by Alex and Kathryn (Kitty) Bell, this fund provides scholarships to students graduating from Kokomo High School who participated in minor sports or cheerleading while a student at Kokomo High School and who will be pursuing post-secondary education.
The scholarship may be renewable based on certain conditions. *Years that the scholarship is available, use the general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for Kokomo High School students pursuing a post-secondary educational degree on a full-time basis at any accredited Indiana school, with a preference for a student with an Individualized Education Plan.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) demonstrated ability to succeed; (c) financial need; (d) recommendation from teacher and/or staff of the high school; and (e) preference for students with an Individualized Education Plan. * Use general scholarship application.
Established by the family and friends of Jesse W. Dunn in honor of his retirement from Kokomo Gas & Fuel. Scholarships from this fund are awarded to Kokomo High School graduates who have participated in any (sport or sports) at the high school and have demonstrated superior work ethic, high moral character, and excellent mental attitude. Applicants are nominated by Kokomo High School coaches.
This fund provide scholarships for students who are accepted into a program leading to a bachelor's degree in the educational field at Indiana University with preference given to students who will attend Indiana University at Kokomo.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) the equivalent of a B average; (b) has a passion for teaching; (c) superior work ethic; (d) high moral character; (e) good citizenship and community involvement; (f) excellent mental attitude; (g) financial need; and (g) a recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor or principal. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established by William J. Harter in memory of his father W. G. Harter. Scholarships will be awarded from this fund for students graduating from Kokomo High School who are accepted into a program leading to a bachelor's degree in engineering including engineering technology at an accredited college or university in Indiana. The scholarship may be renewable based on certain conditions.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) high academic achievement with a GPA of 3.3 or higher on a 4.0 scale; (b) a strong civic commitment to the school and community demonstrated through extracurricular activities; (c) recommendation from a faculty or staff member of the high school with respect to the nominated student; and (d) financial need. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by the family of the late community leader and educator, this fund provides scholarships to deserving Kokomo High School students who will attend Indiana University with preference to Indiana University-Kokomo campus.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) high academic achievement; (b) a strong civic commitment to the school and community through extracurricular activities; (c) above average intelligence; (d) recommendation from the high school principal or faculty advisor; and (e) financial need is not a requirement. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established by family members of Brad Hemmeger. Scholarships are awarded to graduating students from Western and Kokomo high schools who participated in a varsity sport during their senior year and who are attending a two- or four-year school. Preference is given to students who participated on the varsity tennis team.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) academic achievement; (d) good scholastic record; (e) financial need; (f) recommendation from a faculty or staff member; and (g) healthy lifestyle. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established to provide scholarships to Kokomo, Northwestern and Western high school students attending an accredited post-secondary college, university, or trade/vocational school on a full time basis nine months or more per year, unless the trade/vocational school is for less than nine months. The students should be deserving of financial assistance and likely to succeed as post-secondary, college, or university students
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) minimum high school GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale; (b) demonstrated ability to succeed; (c) financial need; and (d) recommendation from a faculty or staff member of the high school with respect to the nominated student. *Use general scholarship application.
Established to provide scholarships to Kokomo High School students pursuing a bachelor's degree in the language arts or a degree in the arts or music field.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) the equivalent of a B average; (b) superior work ethic; (c) high moral character; (d) good citizenship and community involvement; (e) excellent mental attitude; (f) preference will be given for financial need; and (g) recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor or principal. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for Kokomo High School graduates pursuing a career in communications (with a preference for students studying journalism) at Indiana University.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) potential to succeed; (c) financial need; (d) demonstrated interest in volunteerism; and (e) recommendation from teacher and/or staff of the high school. *A separate application is available at the KHS guidance offices.
Members of the 1960 graduating class from Kokomo High School established this fund to provide scholarships for highly deserving graduates from Kokomo High School. *A separate application is available at the KHS guidance offices.
Members of the 1961 graduating class from Kokomo High School established this fund to provide scholarships for highly deserving graduates from Kokomo High School who demonstrate "School Spirit" and who are going to attend college.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) spirit as demonstrated through school activities and community involvement; (b) good character and citizenship; (c) above average intelligence with good scholastic records; (d) an essay on their school spirit; and (e) financial need (i.e.-there are no known major scholarships designated for tuition and fees.) *A separate application is available at the KHS guidance offices.
Members of the 1964 graduating class from Kokomo High school established this fund to provide scholarships for qualified students who are highly-deserving seniors from Kokomo High School. These students must be planning to attend a post-secondary educational institution, and have not been awarded a major scholarship from any other source.
*Years that the scholarship is available the application and criteria will be available at the Kokomo High School guidance offices.
Members of the 1969 graduating class from Kokomo High School established this fund to provide scholarships for highly deserving graduates from Kokomo High School and who are going to attend college.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) above average intelligence; (d) good scholastic record; and (e) financial need. *A separate application is available at the KHS guidance offices.
This fund provides scholarships to graduating seniors who are enrolled in an accredited college or university and are pursuing a degree in journalism.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) academic ability to succeed in college; and (e) recommendation from teacher and/or staff. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for qualified students who are attending an accredited post-secondary institution, who are deserving of financial assistance and who are likely to succeed as post-secondary, college or university students.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) financial need; (b) demonstrated academic ability (minimum high school accumulated grade average of "B-"); (c) sincere effort; (d) good citizenship and mature attitude; (e) recipient is required to maintain a minimum accumulated GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale; and (f) enter as a full-time student immediately after high school. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for qualified students who are or will be attending Indiana University. The scholarship may be renewed each year during the student's undergraduate education, subject to review by the scholarship committee and the availability of sufficient funds, continuation as a full-time student and achieving a grade point average of 2.0 or higher for their freshman year; 2.5 or higher for their sophomore year; and 3.0 or higher for their junior year on a 4.0 scale.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good academic standing; (b) good character; (c) aptitude - ability to complete educational goals; and (d) financial need. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established to honor Judy and Dennis Schulte. It provides scholarships to Kokomo, Northwestern and Western high school students who are accepted into a program leading to a bachelor's degree in the educational field at an accredited college or university.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) the equivalent of a B average; (b) superior work ethic; (c) high moral character; (d) good citizenship; (e) excellent mental attitude; and (f) recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor or principal. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by Greg Townsend in memory of his daughter, Sadie, this fund is to provide scholarships to Kokomo High School graduates who have demonstrated superior work ethic, high moral character, excellent mental attitude, and high academic achievement.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) superior work ethic; (b) high moral character; (c) excellent mental attitude; (d) recommendation from the high school principal or faculty advisor; (e) good citizenship; (f) in the top 10% of their graduating class; and (g) financial need. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to graduating Northwestern High School graduating seniors seeking a post-secondary education in a two- or four-year public or private school of higher learning. First year applicants must submit a copy of their acceptance letter.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) demonstrated ability to succeed in post-secondary educational institution; (b) good character and citizenship (school and community involvement); (c) financial need; and (d) recommendation from teacher and/or staff member. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established to provide scholarships to students who have taken challenging English classes and who have consistently participated in music or performing arts.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) scholastic achievement (top 5% of class); (b) good character; (c) good citizenship (school & community involvement); (e) academic ability to succeed in college; (f) recommendation from teacher and/or staff; and (g) college acceptance letter. The scholarship may be renewable based on certain conditions. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by Richard Eller in 2006, scholarships are awarded from the fund to qualified students of Clay, Ervin, and Howard Township planning to attend a post-secondary college, university, or trade school in Indiana, with preference given to students pursuing a degree in agricultural-related studies.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) pursuit of a bachelor's degree; (b) academic achievement; (c) good character; (d) good citizenship (school & community involvement); (e) good work ethic; (f) recommendation from NHS faculty or staff member; and (g) financial need. The scholarship may be renewable based on certain conditions. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established to provide scholarships to Kokomo, Northwestern and Western high school students attending an accredited post-secondary college, university, or trade/vocational school on a full time basis nine months or more per year, unless the trade/vocational school is for less than nine months. The students should be deserving of financial assistance and likely to succeed as post-secondary, college, or university students
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) minimum high school GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale; (b) demonstrated ability to succeed; (c) financial need; and (d) recommendation from a faculty or staff member of the high school with respect to the nominated student. *Use general scholarship application.
This scholarship fund was established by Trudy Hood in memory of her husband Gerald Hood, who was a math teacher at Northwestern High School. Scholarships are awarded to students graduating from Northwestern High School who will be attending college.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good citizenship; (b) high moral character; (c) a minimum of a "B" average in high school; (d) intent to pursue a career in teaching; and (e) preference will be given to students preparing for a career as a mathematics teacher shall be given extra weight. *A separate application is available at the NHS guidance office.
This fund was established by Rebecca Kreuzberger in memory of her stepson. This scholarship is for graduating students who have participated in band, with a preference for students who are drumline members.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) scholastic achievement; (b) ability to succeed in college/university; (c) good character and citizenship; (d) activities in and out of high school; (e) recommendation from a faculty or staff member of the high school; and (f) attend an accredited four-year Indiana college or university. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established in 2021. This scholarship is for graduating students who have participated in any varsity sport(s) for two or more years and have maintained a 7.00 or higher grade point average on a 12 point scale.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) superior work ethic; (b) high moral character; (c) excellent mental attitude; (d) leadership; (e) recommendation from head coach of the sport participated in and a recommendation from faculty or staff member of the high school; and (f) 7.00 (B-) or higher grade point average on a 12 point scale. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established to honor Judy and Dennis Schulte. It provides scholarships to Kokomo, Northwestern and Western high school students who are accepted into a program leading to a bachelor's degree in the educational field at an accredited college or university.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) the equivalent of a B average; (b) superior work ethic; (c) high moral character; (d) good citizenship; (e) excellent mental attitude; and (f) recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor or principal. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established by Joe and Joellen Striebel in memory of their daughter. It provides scholarships to students seeking higher learning with a preference for students studying music, performing arts or entertainment production.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) scholastic achievement; (b) demonstrated ability to succeed in post-secondary education institution; (c) good character and good citizenship; (d) extra-curricular activities in and out of high school (student must have a passion for the arts or entertainment arena); (e) financial need; and (f) recommendation from high school faculty or staff. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by family and friends of the late Tony Gabriel in recognition of his goal to help and mentor the youth of the Howard County community, Tony was a Taylor High School graduate who, after graduating from college, returned to Kokomo and ran the family business - Gabe's Pizza. This fund provides scholarships to Taylor High School graduates who exemplify the characteristics of a top student-athlete.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) superior work ethic; (b) high moral character; (c) excellent mental attitude; (d) participation in any varsity (sport or sports) for two or more years at the high school; and (e) have maintained a GPA of 7.0 on a 12.0 scale. *Use general scholarship application.
This funds provides scholarships to Taylor High School students who reside in Taylor Township in Howard County. *A separate application is available at the THS guidance office.
This fund was established by Mary Jo Wideman in memory of her husband, Dr. Frederick Wideman. Scholarships are awarded from this fund to qualified students graduating from Taylor High School who have participated in any varsity (sport or sports) for two or more years at the high school and have demonstrated superior work ethic, high moral character, and excellent mental attitude.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) superior work ethic; (b) high moral character; (c) excellent mental attitude; (d) recommendation from the head coach of the sport student has participated in; (e) recommendation from the high school principal or faculty advisor; (f) leadership; and (g) a GPA of 7.00 on 12.0 scale( B-) or higher. *Use general scholarship application.
Established in memorial of the late Kathie Beatty to recognize students graduating from Western High School who are or will be attending either Purdue University School of Technology at Kokomo, Purdue University West Lafayette, or Indiana University Kokomo.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) positive attitude; (b) good scholastic record (B- or better); (c) has held a paying job of at least eight hours per week for minimum of previous six months; (d) works/has worked as a volunteer for a charitable organization; (e) recommendations from a high school faculty member or administrator and also from employer or community member; (f) financial need; (g) and preference may be given to deserving students from single-parent homes. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established by Western School Corporation with the proceeds from a bequest from Anna May Hamilton. Scholarships are awarded to students graduating from Western High School and who are pursuing a business- or history-focused education beyond high school. The scholarship may be renewed each year during the student's undergraduate education, subject to review by the scholarship committee and the availability of sufficient funds, continuation as a full-time student and achieving a grade point average of 2.5 or higher for their freshman year; 2.75 or higher for their sophomore year; and 3.0 or higher for their junior year on a 4.0 scale.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) academic achievement with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale; (b) good character; (c) good citizenship (school and community involvement); (d) good work ethic; (e) recommendation from a faculty or staff member of the high school with respect to the nominated student; and (f) financial need. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established by family members of Brad Hemmeger. Scholarships are awarded to graduating students from Western and Kokomo high schools who participated in a varsity sport during their senior year and who are attending a two- or four-year school. Preference is given to students who participated on the varsity tennis team.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) academic achievement; (d) good scholastic record; (e) financial need; (f) recommendation from a faculty or staff member; and (g) healthy lifestyle. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established to provide scholarships to Kokomo, Northwestern and Western high school students attending an accredited post-secondary college, university, or trade/vocational school on a full time basis nine months or more per year, unless the trade/vocational school is for less than nine months. The students should be deserving of financial assistance and likely to succeed as post-secondary, college, or university students
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) minimum high school GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale; (b) demonstrated ability to succeed; (c) financial need; and (d) recommendation from a faculty or staff member of the high school with respect to the nominated student. *Use general scholarship application.
Donald W. Pagel established this scholarship fund in memory of his wife to provide scholarship for qualified students who are highly deserving graduating seniors from Western High School in Howard County or Tri-Central High School in Tipton County. These students must be planning to attend any accredited college or university in Indiana, and demonstrate need for assistance with educational expenses.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) financial need; (b) good citizenship; (c) graduation in upper 25% of their class; (d) intention to pursue a career in teaching or a health related career; and (e) a meaningful record of volunteering in the community. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships for qualified students graduating from Western High School who are attending an accredited post-secondary institution, who are deserving of financial assistance and who are likely to succeed as post-secondary, college or university students.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) financial need; (b) demonstrated academic ability (minimum high school accumulated grade average of "B-"); (c) sincere effort; (d) good citizenship and mature attitude; (e) recipient is required to maintain a minimum accumulated GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale; and (f) enter as a full-time student immediately after high school. *Use general scholarship application.
This scholarship was established in memory of Kathy Ann Pylat who was a librarian at Western High School. Scholarships are awarded to students graduating from Western High School who are or will be attending any accredited four-year state-supported college or university in Indiana, who are deserving of financial assistance and who are likely to succeed at a college or university.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a)Good character and citizenship; (b) demonstrated commitment toward personal improvement; (c) ability to complete educational goals; and (d) financial need.*Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established to honor Judy and Dennis Schulte. It provides scholarships to Kokomo, Northwestern and Western high school students who are accepted into a program leading to a bachelor's degree in the educational field at an accredited college or university.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) the equivalent of a B average; (b) superior work ethic; (c) high moral character; (d) good citizenship; (e) excellent mental attitude; and (f) recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor or principal. *Use general scholarship application.
Linda Singer established this scholarship in memory of her husband Dwight Singer. This scholarship provides scholarships to Western High School students who who are attending an accredited two- or four-year post-secondary institution, with a preference for students pursuing a degree in education.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) academic achievement; (b) good citizenship; (c) good character; (d) financial need; (e) preference to students pursuing an education degree; and (f) recommendation from a teacher or staff. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund was established by Joel Suffield to honor his wife Mrs. Judy Suffield for her work at Western High School from 1982-2012. The purpose of this fund is to perpetuate Judy’s commitment to education in Howard County by awarding scholarships to deserving graduates of Western High School who have demonstrated potential and determination to succeed in their next educational goal.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) demonstrated potential to succeed in chosen field of study; (b) determination in the face of obstacles; financial or otherwise; (c) top 25% of graduating class - preference for students who are not the valedictorian or salutatorian; (d) active in one or more extracurricular activities or outside work experience; (e) recommendation from teachers and/or staff of the high school with respect to the nominated student; (f) financial need. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to graduating seniors from Western High School who are going to attend a post-secondary educational institution
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) scholastic record of a minimum 2.0 on a 4.0 scale; and (d) financial need. *Use general scholarship application.
This fund provides scholarships to graduating seniors from Western High School who are going to attend a post-secondary educational institution
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) scholastic record of a minimum 2.0 on a 4.0 scale; and (d) financial need. *Use general scholarship application.
Established by Jim Swisshelm in 1996 to provide scholarships to qualified female students graduating from Western High School who will be going to college. Recipients are chosen on the basis of good character; good citizenship; a grade point average of 6.0 and higher; recommendations from school staff; and financial need.
Eligibility and selection criteria: (a) good character; (b) good citizenship; (c) above average intelligence; GPA of 6.0 (C+) or higher 8.0 scale;(d) recommendation from the high school principal or faculty advisor; and (e) financial need. *Years that the scholarship is available, use the general application.
