2025-2026 Featured Scholarships
2025-2026 Featured Scholarships
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Please refer to this page for updates and information on the many scholarship opportunities offered to Concord Students.
This is not a comprehensive list of all scholarships. This website features scholarships specific to Concord, Elkhart County, and/or the State of Indiana.
Students are encouraged to do their own comprehensive searches through national websites such as fastweb or College Board.
For questions or concerns regarding these scholarships, please feel free to contact Concord Student Services at (574) 875-6524 or email
Mrs. Herendeen at lherendeen@concord.k12.in.us
Mrs. Roberts at broberts@concord.k12.in.us
More Scholarship Opportunities!
Seniors can access MANY scholarships on Class of 2026 Canvas Page
Concord Dollars for Scholars Application opens mid September. Please read through the requirements AND click through the slideshow that walks an applicant through the process of applying for the scholarship. COMPLETED applications are Due Nov. 15, 2025. Please read all the eligibility requirements. Information found here: Dollars for Scholars Information
Online application must be completed by Nov. 15th (Application opens in September)
College Go Week! Sept 22th-26th
Many Indiana colleges waive their application fees this week. Great week to apply to colleges and save money on application fees.
Note: Fees are not waived through Common App; must apply directly through college websites
Lilly Scholarship - Class of 2026
The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship is awarded to three first generation students in Elkhart County. Each Elkhart County High School can nominate one student. All online applicants from Concord HS will be evaluated by a selection committee to determine the Concord nominee. That nominee is then interviewed by community members to determine the final Lilly winners. This Lilly scholarship is a full tuition award to any college/university in the state of Indiana and is renewable for 4 years. If a student wins the nomination but not awarded the Lilly, they will receive the Guy David Gundlach award of $5000.00/year for up to 4 years. Lilly Scholarship
Online application must be completed by September 15, 2025! OPEN
21st Century Scholars Open to pre-qualified candidates
Students that qualified for the 21st Century Scholars program in the 8th grade must complete their Scholar Track activities, keep their GPA at a 2.5 or higher, and graduate with a Core 40 or higher diploma. This award can be used for any public or private college/university in the state of Indiana.
Students must meet all requirements, complete all scholartrack activities, and file their FAFSA. Click link at top of this webpage for more info
College Board Opportunity Scholarship
This scholarship program is open to all students and it doesn't require an essay, application, or minimum GPA. Instead it rewards your effort and initiative. Complete key steps along your path to college for a chance to earn scholarships
Annual Local Scholarships Coming Soon!
Annual Local Scholarships Coming Soon!
Thomas E. Goodwin Memorial Scholarship
Students going into Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice with a 3.0 or higher GPA.
Paper application must be received
*Applications will be found in Student Services
Cpl. Aaron L Seal Memorial Scholarship
Students graduating from Elkhart County High School with a GPA of 3.0 or higher are invited to write an essay titled " How I would make America a better place". Essay will be evaluated on patriotism, passion, feasibility, execution and articulation
Submit essay, transcript, and letter of acceptance to
Elkhart Area Marines, Detachment 1397, Attn: Scholarship, PO Box 2679, Elkhart IN 46516
Paper applications can be found in student services.
Elkhart Luncheon Optimist Club
Scholarship of $1000.00 awarded to 2 Elkhart County students with GPA of 3.0 or higher, SAT score of 800 or above. A 200 word or less essay required.
Paper application.
A one time $500 scholarship for students going into the education field.
Paper application.
Indiana Senior Scholarship Program and Student-View Scholarship Program - Survey
Student Insights will award the following prizes: (Select your state below to apply)
One (1) individual prize of a $5000 scholarship.
Two (2) individual prize of a $1,000 scholarship.
Ten (10) individual prizes, consisting of $500 scholarships each
It is exceptionally easy to apply:
* NO minimum SAT or ACT score
* NO minimum grade point average
* NO lengthy, time-consuming paperwork
* NO essays
* NO application fees
Simply complete a 15-25 minute online survey about local colleges. You will then be automatically entered into a random drawing for a scholarship award. The survey is linked above!
Application coming early January.
Cass County Conservation Club Scholarship
Students interested in an area of study related to conservation or agriculture are encouraged to apply. List of materials needed for scholarship available in Student Services
Paper application.
Elkhart Branch NAACP Scholarship Paper application available in Student Services
Any graduating senior planning to attend a college or university in the fall is encouraged to apply.
Paper application.
Peggy Eskridge and Alma Green-Fulton Scholarships
The South Bend Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. is sponsoring two scholarships; the Peggy Eskridge Scholarship and the Alma Green-Fulton Scholarship which are open to any African American female graduating from high school.
Coming soon!
Laura A. Kindig Scholarship
The Laura A. Kindig Scholarship is a 4 year scholarship available to students planning to into a nursing or medical field
Coming soon.
Jean A. McCutchan Ph.D. Scholarship
Senior student graduating from Concord High School with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and plans to study Psychology. Student must have attended Concord their Junior and Senior Years and be a US Citizen or legal resident.
Paper application.
Applications will be found in Student Services.
Applicants must be: Diagnosed with muscular dystrophy or a neuromuscular disease, An Indiana resident, Enrolled or attending a two or four-year post-high school educational institution, Trade school, or Accredited certificate program.
Coming soon.
Concord Rotary Memorial Scholarship
Graduating Concord student accepted to a 2 or 4 year college or a technical/vocational school.
Paper application must be completed and returned to Student Services.
The Networks Scholarship - Indiana State - CLOSED
Are you planning on studying for a career in business and financial services at Indiana State? Then this scholarship is or you! MUST be accepted to ISU by 12/1!
*4-Year $9,000
Criteria - ONE of the following:
*3.5 GPA
*23 ACT OR 1140 SAT
*Top 15% of Senior Class
*Application Deadline-
BBB 2023 Students of Integrity Scholarship Program
Selected high school and college students will be awarded one of multiple scholarships to be used for tuition and educational expenses for the 2023-2024 academic year. Recipients of the one-time, $2,000 award will have distinguished themselves as role models of integrity and ethical behavior in their school and community. Only ONE candidate from Concord can be nominated so check out the scholarships below and let your counselor or Mrs. Warstler know if you are interested.
ALL students applying for a Students of Integrity scholarship MUST meet the minimum criteria below:
Be a resident of the U.S.
Resident in or attend a high school or college in one of BBB’s 23-county service area: Adams, Allen, Blackford, Cass, DeKalb, Elkhart, Fulton, Grant, Huntington, Jay, Kosciusko, LaGrange, Lake, LaPorte, Marshall, Miami, Noble, Porter, St. Joseph, Steuben, Wabash, Wells or Whitley.
Please note: Selection criteria for each scholarship are different. Please review the below applications carefully to ensure your student nominee meets the selection criteria to apply. We are seeking nominees whose achievements may not be as well-known as those of her/his peers, but whose extraordinary story will genuinely inspire.
BBB Scholarships - PDF Folder of Applications
Mid-October
Applications sent to high schools and colleges in BBB's 23-county service area via mail and email.
Mid-December
Deadline for scholarships is in mid-December, usually the Friday prior to holiday break.
Application must be emailed or postmarked by mid-January, 2024
Niccum Educational Trust Foundation Scholarship
Students with high scholastic attainment, moral character, industry, and tenacity of academic purpose are encouraged to apply. Students must be US Citizens and show financial inability to pursue higher education without assistance.
Paper application - Coming soon!
Kiwanis Scholarship
Five $2000.00 scholarships given to Elkhart County students based on academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and financial need.
Paper application - Coming soon!
The Concord Dollars for Scholars Scholarship is open to any graduating Concord student. To earn this scholarship, the student must complete the application on time, sell at least 10 Raffle Tickets, and participate in the March Phone-a-Thon. Award amount is based on the money raised.
Online application must be completed by November 3rd! COMING IN SEPTEMBER
More information regarding this scholarship can be found on the Dollars for Scholars Tab at the top of this webpage
Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship!
Applications are Open for Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship
The Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship provides 200 high-achieving high school and college students interested in pursuing a career in education the opportunity to earn a renewable scholarship of up to $7,500 each year for four academic years.
The 2024-2025 application is available in ScholarTrack beginning October 15, 2023 until January 31, 2024.
The Community Foundation oversees numerous scholarship funds, which provide dozens of award opportunities each year. To save you on time and energy, we have developed one online, Common application that matches you directly with the scholarships for which you are eligible. The scholarships are available for graduating high school seniors and adults each spring.
The Universal Application opens on January 1, 2024, and the deadline is March 1, 2024.
Elkhart City Bar Association Scholarship Paper application available in Student Services
Any graduating senior planning to attend a college or university in the fall is encouraged to apply.
Paper application coming soon.
Purdue Alumni Club Foundation of Elkhart County
Any Elkhart County Student who will enter Purdue (all locations as long as it is a Purdue major) in the fall.
Online or paper application coming soon.
The Elkhart County INSPIRE Scholarship is open to any Elkhart County Senior with a GPA of 2.5 - 3.75. This scholarship awards $3000.00 a year for college costs and is renewable for 2-4 years. Similar to the Lilly Endowment, each Elkhart County High School can nominate 1 student for the 4 year award and 1 student for the 2 year award.
Online application must be completed by December.
JUNIORS! Horatio Alger Scholarships
The Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist students who have demonstrated integrity, perserverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character, financial need, a good academic record, commitment to pursue a college education , and a desire to contribute to society.
The undergraduate application is now closed and will open for high school juniors on December 1, 2023.
Coolidge Scholarship Application open to Junior students only
The Coolidge Scholarship is an annually awarded, full-ride, presidential scholarship that covers a student’s tuition, room, board, and expenses for four years of undergraduate study. The Coolidge may be used by recipients at any accredited college or university in the United States. Anyone of any background, pursuing any academic discipline of study, may apply to this non-partisan, need-blind, program
Not yet accepting applications, but will open sometime in the fall of 2023.
Goshen Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship
Students intending to pursue an education in the health field with GPA of 3.2 are encouraged to apply for this 1 time award of $1000.00
Paper application coming soon.
The James C. Sansberry Scholarship was established to provide financial awards to cadets at VMI from the state of Indiana awarded on the basis of academic achievement, individual character and demonstrated leadership potential. As you may know, VMI is the oldest state-supported military college in the country and enrolls 1700 cadets, all of whom complete four years of ROTC training while pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
Online application must be completed by February - Closed
Anita F. Boorda Scholarship for the Performing Arts
Students who are residents of St. Joseph, Elkhart, Marshall, Kosciusko, Fulton, Pulaski, Stare or LaPorte counties in Indiana or Berrien and Cass Counties in Michigan. The award will provide up to $2,500 to high school seniors who plan to pursue a degree in Performing Arts, Music, Theatre, Dance or Production and is renewable up to four years.
Online Application must be completed by March of 2024.
Elkhart County Farm Bureau Scholarship Paper application will be available in Student Services
Any graduating student whose parents have been members of Elkhart County Farm Bureau for 3 years or more. Students should have 3.0 or higher GPA and be planning to attend college in the state of Indiana.
Application Due: March of 2024.
Three C's Memorial Scholarship
Any graduating senior that is active in the community, has a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and has completed 6 athletic seasons as an athlete, trainer, manager, or cheerleader is encouraged to apply.
Paper application coming soon. Will be due in April.
Current seniors in high school who are the children, stepchildren, or grandchildren of ISTA (Indiana State Teachers Association) members are eligible for these scholarships.
Online application must be completed by March.
Application deadline is March 1 with the scholarship awarded in July.
Delta Theta Chi Sorority Scholarship
Any Senior can apply for a $1600 scholarship.
Paper application coming soon. Will be due February 1st, 2024.
Applications will be found in Student Services!
Phillip Preston Memorial Scholarship
The scholarship is open to graduating High School students from any of the following schools: Concord, Elkhart Memorial, Elkhart Central, Fairfield, Goshen, Jimtown, Northridge, NorthWood, Penn, Plymouth, Warsaw, Wawasee or Westview. The student MUST be a member of their high school basketball team (including player, student manager, student trainer, or statistician) during their senior year.
Application will need to be postmarked by April.
William Tufts Chapter DAR Scholarship
Must be a citizen of US and planning to attend a college/university in the state of Indiana. This is a one time $500.00 award.
Paper Application will be due in March 2024.
Applications will be available in student services.
Notre Dame Chapter of ASM International
Scholarship opportunity for students interested in pursuing a college degree in Materials Sciences.
Paper application coming soon. Will be due in April 2024.
Any Indiana Student with a 3.0 or higher GPA that has been accepted to a 2 or 4 year college in Indiana.
Coming soon.
High School Seniors who plan to study Engineering, Public Works Administration, Public Relations, Finance or other programs within the public works field. Candidates must reside within Indiana. This is a renewable $1000.00 award.
Applications will be due spring of 2024.
Dr. Philip Sobash Scholarship for Future Medical Doctors
This scholarship is available for students who are currently enrolled in a University or High School, and have plans to attend medical school.
Coming soon.
Indiana Kiwanis Foundation Scholarship
$1000.00 scholarship given to Elkhart County students based on academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and financial need.
Paper application coming soon. Will be due in February 2024.
Tri Kappa Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to the students that best fit the qualifications. Some may have more than one
recipient.
Ruth Marie Work: awarded to a senior girl with average grades, potential to do well at college, and needs
financial assistance.
Kristy Ann Sabo: awarded to a senior girl having an outstanding academic and activity record.
Sally Walker: awarded to a senior boy or girl exhibiting outstanding academic achievement and has been
active in school, church, and/or community activities.
Keefe: awarded to an outstanding senior boy or girl with financial needs a consideration.
Alpha Rho: awarded to an outstanding senior boy or girl exhibiting average to above average grades with
financial needs a consideration.
Coming soon.
Indiana Sheriffs' Association Scholarship Program
All applicants must be committed to pursuing an education and career in a law enforcement field at an Indiana college or university.
Application coming soon.
John and Dorothy Geyer Scholarship
The John and Dorothy Geyer Scholarship Fund provides funds for students of Elkhart County in need of financial assistance to obtain a post-secondary education.
Coming soon.
Italian American Heritage Society of Michiana
Students do not need to be Italian American to apply. This Scholarship opportunity is for academically high achieving students who are involved in school and the community. This is a one time $2000.00 award
Coming soon.
Concord Developmental Basketball League (CDBL) Scholarship
Any Concord Senior boy that participated in the CDBL is encouraged to apply.
Coming soon.
Other scholarship opportunities may be available in Student Services - Stop in today!
Other scholarship opportunities may be available in Student Services - Stop in today!
And use these national scholarship search engines to find more...
And use these national scholarship search engines to find more...
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