Indiana has quite a few scholarships, grants, and financial aid programs for its students! We’ll give you the rundown on a few down below plus some additional information and resources that can make college more affordable for Indiana students.
Indiana College Grants
1. 21st Century Scholarship
The 21st Century Scholars program is an early college promise program in Indiana and for students who are in 7th or 8th grade. During their high school years, students will be a part of the Scholar Success Program and have access to resources, programs, tools, and more that will help set them up for success. Those eligible will receive four years of paid tuition to a participating Indiana college.
In order to apply, students and their parents must
- Be a resident of Indiana when applying and when receiving the scholarship during college
- Meet financial aid guidelines and provide gross income amounts
- Answer pre-enrollment questions
2. Mitch Daniels Early Graduation Scholarship
The Mitch Daniels Early Graduation Scholarship is for students who are graduating from college a year early. Awarding $4,000, students have to:
- Be an Indiana resident
- Complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Create a Student ScholarTrack Account
- Be planning on attending college full-time in Indiana
3. Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship
For students who are interested in a career in education, there is the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship. Renewable, students can receive up to $7,500 for up to four years. However, those who accept the reward need to agree to teach in an eligible Indiana school for five years. Failure to meet this requirement means the student will have to repay the award.
To qualify, students need to:
- Be an Indiana resident and be attending high school or college in the state
- Meet academic requirements including be top 20% of high school graduating class OR have a top 20% ACT or SAT score OR have a 3.5 GPA or higher.
- Be attending a qualifying Indiana college
- Be majoring in a degree that will help the individual teach after graduation
- Maintain a 3.0 GPA
- Be attending college full time
- Complete their FAFSA
- Create a Student ScholarTrack Account
4. Frank O’Bannon Grant
The Frank O’Bannon Grant is for students who have demonstrated financial need. Award amounts depend on the individual’s Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and the type of school they are attending.
To apply, students need to be attending college full time, complete their FAFSA, and meet academic requirements set by the school. The award is also renewable.
5. William A Crawford Minority Teacher Scholarship
The William A Crawford Minority Teacher Scholarship is for Black and Hispanic students who plan to teach for at least 3 years after graduation. The award is renewable, but the student must reapply each year and meet academic requirements set by the college.
Requirements to enter the program include:
- Complete the FAFSA
- Be an Indiana resident
- Be attending a participating college
- Be attending college full time as a first time undergraduate student
- Create a Student ScholarTrack Account
6. Student Teaching Scholarship for High-Need Fields
Another teaching program for Indiana students is the Student Teaching Scholarship for High-Need Fields. High-need refers to special education, math, and science. Qualifying students can receive up to $4,000. In order to apply, students should complete their FAFSA, meet academic standards set by their school, and agree to teach for three years after graduation.
7. And More
Other student college grants and financial aid programs in Indiana include
- Earline S. Rogers Student Teaching Scholarship for Minorities
- EARN Indiana
- Adult Student Grant
- Workforce Ready Grant
- Financial Aid for Military and Public Safety Officers
- Fast Track for 21st Century Scholars and Frank O’Bannon Grant recipients
Where Can You Find More Information About Indiana College Grants?
The Indiana Commission for Higher Education website has plenty of information about grants, scholarships, financial aid programs, and more. Students can also find links to resources for career planning, college prep, and affording college. We also recommend heading over to the Learn More Indiana website for additional resources and more details on the 21st Century Scholars program.
Affording college can feel like an uphill battle for some. Student loans though can make up the difference that grants and scholarships don’t cover. We make finding and comparing loans easy with our Student Loan Finder tool.
