SCHOLARSHIP CONNECTION

Scroll down to find out more about scholarship opportunities both local and beyond. Scholarship names listed in BOLD are updated for the current school year. Be sure to check the requirements and deadlines when applying!

Merit scholarship (money awarded based on academic success from colleges) information is typically mailed to the student once they apply for the colleges of their choice. Visit college websites for more scholarship information.

All students should check to see if the college they have enrolled in uses the RAISEME scholarship website. To check, go to www.raise.me.

Students can also visit the following websites to search for state and national scholarships: www.scholarships.com, www.fastweb.com, or www.finaid.org.

New scholarships added daily are available at www.studentScholarships.org and www.scholarshipguidance.com. Log on to see if you qualify.

AUGUST
DEADLINES

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SEPTEMBER DEADLINES

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship

Click here to see if you qualify.

Deadline: September 3, 2021

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

The College Board Opportunity Scholarships are open to all class of 2021 students who attend high school in the United States, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories. Earn an entry for 5 of 6 activities to be eligible for the $40,000 scholarship. For more information click here! (And scroll down to the list & 'Learn More' for additional details on how to enter.)
Deadline: Monthly entry deadlines. 5 out of 6 activities by February 1, 2021

OCTOBER
DEADLINES

Indiana University Wells Scholars Program

The Wells Scholarship pays the full cost of attendance for four years of undergraduate study on IU’s Bloomington campus.

Deadline: Contact Mrs. Harris if you are planning to attend IU by October 1st!

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

The College Board Opportunity Scholarships are open to all class of 2021 students who attend high school in the United States, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories. Earn an entry for 5 of 6 activities to be eligible for the $40,000 scholarship. For more information click here! (And scroll down to the list & 'Learn More' for additional details on how to enter.)
Deadline: Monthly entry deadlines. 5 out of 6 activities by February 1, 2021

Horatio Scholarship
Eligibility: high school grad in spring, demonstrated financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income), and US citizen. For students pursuing a bachelor's degree or technical degree. Click here to find out more!
Deadline: October 26, 2020, 11:00 AM CDT

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program

To be eligible, seniors must have a 3.5 and demonstrate financial need. Click here to find out more!

Deadline: October 30, 2020

NOVEMBER
DEADLINES

U of E Aces Opportunity Grant

For freshmen entering in the Fall of 2021 who meet the 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. Click here to see if you qualify!

Deadline: Early Application Deadline November 1st and FAFSA completed by April 15th, 2021

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

The College Board Opportunity Scholarships are open to all class of 2021 students who attend high school in the United States, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories. Earn an entry for 5 of 6 activities to be eligible for the $40,000 scholarship. For more information click here! (And scroll down to the list & 'Learn More' for additional details on how to enter.)
Deadline: Monthly entry deadlines. 5 out of 6 activities by February 1, 2021

Prudential Spirit of Community Award
Recognizes students in middle and high school who have made meaningful contributions to their communities through volunteer service. You could win a $1000 scholarship & trip to Washington, D.C. in May! Click here to find out more!
Deadline: November 10, 2020

Hagan Scholarship
A nationwide need-based merit scholarship designed to help recipients in rural areas graduate college debt free. Perry Central is considered rural! Click here for qualifications and application.
Deadline: November 15, 2020, 5:00 PM CST

DECEMBER
DEADLINES

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

The College Board Opportunity Scholarships are open to all class of 2021 students who attend high school in the United States, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories. Earn an entry for 5 of 6 activities to be eligible for the $40,000 scholarship. For more information click here! (And scroll down to the list & 'Learn More' for additional details on how to enter.)
Deadline: Monthly entry deadlines. 5 out of 6 activities by February 1, 2021

Equitable Excellence Scholarship

For students that demonstrate courage, strength, and wisdom as shown by community impact through volunteer service. Click here for additional requirements and application.

Deadline: December 15, 2020

Schergens Academic Scholarship

To qualify, you must plan to attend a 4-year college, need a GPA of 3.4 or higher, and either a 25 on the ACT or a 1200 on the SAT. Apply here. (Save the file 1st! Edit and fill in after saving! Can also 'Open With' DocHub or another pdf editor.)

Deadline: To Mrs. Harris by December 18, 2020

Schergens Technical Scholarship

If you plan to attend at least a 2 year college, have a 2.5 or higher GPA, and plan to pursue a career in a STEM field (nursing, manufacturing, electrical, or many others), you should apply here. (Save the file 1st! Edit and fill in after saving! Can also 'Open With' DocHub or another pdf editor.)

Deadline: To Mrs. Harris by December 18, 2020

WiseGeek Women in STEM Scholarships

1. For female high school students who are planning to pursue a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math. $500. Click here for more information and application.

2. For female high school students who are planning to pursue a degree in nursing. $500. Click here for more information and application.

Deadline: December 31, 2020

JANUARY
DEADLINES

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

The College Board Opportunity Scholarships are open to all class of 2021 students who attend high school in the United States, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories. Earn an entry for 5 of 6 activities to be eligible for the $40,000 scholarship. For more information click here! (And scroll down to the list & 'Learn More' for additional details on how to enter.)
Deadline: Monthly entry deadlines. 5 out of 6 activities by February 1, 2021

BMD scholarship at USI

Interested in pre-medicine? Applying to USI? This scholarship waives full tuition fees for up to 8 semesters at USI and provisional acceptance into the Indiana University School of Medicine. Click here for further details and eligibility requirements.

Deadline: January 8, 2021

Foot Locker Scholar Athletes Scholarship

Are you a high school athlete with at least a 3.0 GPA, going to a 4-yr program after high school? If so, checkout other eligibility requirements and apply here!
Deadline: January 8, 2021 by 10:59 pm CST

INSHAPE Scholarship

Majoring in health, physical education, kinesiology, recreation, dance, or exercise science? Click here for more requirements and app.

Deadline: January 15, 2021

Knights of Pythias Scholarship

At least 12 scholarships of $1000 will be awarded to selected graduating high school seniors. Eligibility: live in Indiana and have a GPA of at least 3.0. Click here for instructions and here for the app! ('Open With' DocHub or another pdf editor.)
Deadline: To Mrs. Harris by January 19, 2021

Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation Scholarships - Click here to find out more!
Deadline: January 31, 2020

Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship

Aspiring Indiana teachers can apply for up to $30,000 in financial aid through the Indiana Commission for Higher Education. The scholarship provides up to $7,500 per year of college (up to $30,000 total) for top performing Hoosier students who commit to teaching in Indiana for five years after earning their degrees. Click here for requirements and details. Apply at ScholarTrack.IN.gov.

Deadline: January 31, 2021

FEBRUARY
DEADLINES

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

The College Board Opportunity Scholarships are open to all class of 2021 students who attend high school in the United States, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories. Earn an entry for 5 of 6 activities to be eligible for the $40,000 scholarship. For more information click here! (And scroll down to the list & 'Learn More' for additional details on how to enter.)
Deadline: Monthly entry deadlines. 5 out of 6 activities by February 1, 2021

IAEOP Scholarship
Pursuing business after high school? Completed 2 yr-long courses of business in high school? You are eligible! Click here for app!
Deadline: February 5, 2020, by mail February 10, 2020, by email

Nancy Jaynes Memorial Scholarship Award

Applicants must be a HS senior whose parent is battling breast cancer or who has lost a parent to breast cancer. 2.8 GPA min. Click here to download app. (Right click on the underlined 'scholarship' words and 'Open with new tab' to download a Word doc application.)

Deadline: February 5, 2021

Community Foundation Scholarships
In Perry County, the Community Foundation endows scholarship opportunities through the Foundation that houses scholarships for those that have honored their loved ones, communities, high schools, colleges, or professions. There are different requirements depending on the scholarship.
Click here for a list of the opportunities and the directions to apply!
***Important - FIRST view video in post on Google Classroom (PC Class of 2021) for procedures and tips so you can submit without errors!***
Deadline: February 12, 2021

MARCH
DEADLINES

IASP Scholarship

Interested in a degree in psychology? Click here for information and app.

Deadline: March 1, 2021

Indiana Oil and Gas Association Scholarship

Interested in the oil and gas industry, such as chemical engineering? Click here for more info. Scroll down to view the application.

Deadline: March 1, 2021

ISTA Scholarships

Several scholarships to explore if you are interested in a degree in education, such as the Justine M. Harrell Memorial, Educator Scholarship (if a dependent or grandchild of an ISTA member), or Louis Russell Scholarship (for minority students pursuing a degree in vocational education). Apply at ista-in.org/scholarships-awards.

Deadline: March 1, 2021

MasterBrand Cabinets, INC. Dependent Scholarship Program

This program is designed for graduating high school seniors whose parent works for MBCI. Scholarship winners will be chosen on the basis of their academic performance and personal achievements. The amount of the annual scholarships will be $1,000 and will be renewable for three year after the initial award. Click on Info and App Tips for specifics!
Deadline: March 1, 2021

National Wild Turkey Federation Scholarship

You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, a current hunting license and be a member of the NWTF to apply (you can join to apply). Click here for the full requirements and online application!

Deadline: March 1, 2021

Kiwanis Scholarship

Must be Key Club member or be a dependent of a Kiwanas member. Click here for app!

Deadline: March 4, 2021 to Mrs. Harris

ATTC Scholarship

For any PC student. Click here for app! I suggest to 'Open with' Google Docs and complete all tables first. Download as a pdf and 'Open with' DocHub to complete everything else.