Graduating senior from Columbus East High School planning to attend a college/university in the United States. Applicant should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and be a multi-sport athlete (minimum of 2). Applicant should be civic-minded and mission-oriented, putting others above self. Additional letter of recommendation from a coach or teacher required.

Graduating seniors from a Bartholomew County public, private or home school; or Trinity Lutheran High School. Applicant must plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as engineering, computer science, or the physical sciences at an accredited post-secondary institution. Applicant must have at least a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Preference given to students with financial need.

Graduating seniors from a Bartholomew County public high school who plan to attend an accredited vocational/technical school, junior college, college, or university. Applicant must display a passion for hard work and teamwork. Financial need will be considered.

Graduating seniors from a Bartholomew County high school who participated in their high school golf program. Criteria to be used in evaluating applicant shall include, but not be limited to, academic performance, extracurricular activities, financial need, character, and sportsmanship.

Graduating Bartholomew County high school senior who plans to pursue postsecondary studies at an accredited college or university with a major in the fine arts (i.e. painting, drawing, etc.). Minimum 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Applicant must demonstrate talent, passion for fine arts and strong work ethic. Academic performance and financial need will be considered. Letter of recommendation from art teacher/member of art faculty and sample of artistic work required.

Any Bartholomew County resident who is a high school sophomore, junior, or senior vocalist. The scholarships are determined by a vocal competition conducted in February each year. Seniors compete for college scholarships and an invitation to audition with the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic. Sophomores and juniors compete for scholarships for private lessons or music camps.

Graduating senior from Columbus North High School pursuing postsecondary education with a major in a math- or science-related field. Preference to students who demonstrate an interest in music.

Residents of Bartholomew County. Applicants must have at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Financial need will be considered. Students may apply/re-apply annually.

A female graduating senior from Columbus North High School active in publications or athletics planning to attend any 4-year accredited college or university. Applicants must have a recommendation from a coach or a sponsor. Financial need will be considered.

Residents of Bartholomew or Decatur counties who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution in pursuit of a technical certificate, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree. Previous recipients are encouraged to re-apply.

Dependent of current members of Bartholomew County REMC from Bartholomew, Decatur, Jackson or Jennings counties, and/or dependents of current REMC employees and/or board members who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution in pursuit of a technical certificate, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree. Applicant must have a high school or college GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Residents of Bartholomew County, or members of any Bartholomew County REMC household from Decatur, Jackson, or Jennings counties, who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution in pursuit of a technical certificate, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree. Applicant must have a high school or college GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Residents of Bartholomew or Brown counties who are entering medical school as freshmen or who are in medical school as upperclassmen at an American Medical Association-approved medical school located in the United States. Academic performance and financial need will be considered.

Graduating seniors from the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp. who are current members of their high school chapter of the Business Professionals of America. Must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Applicant will pursue a post-secondary degree at an accredited college or university. Financial need will be considered.

Graduating senior men’s basketball players or managers on the Columbus North High School team who plan to pursue post-secondary education at an accredited vocational/technical school, junior college, college, or university. Recipient must exhibit an attitude of hard work and teamwork. No application required. Recipient chosen by committee.

Any Bartholomew County resident who is a high school sophomore, junior, or senior instrumentalist. The scholarships are determined by an instrumental competition conducted in February each year. Seniors compete for college scholarships and an invitation to audition with the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic. Sophomores and juniors compete for scholarships for private lessons or music camps.

Residents of Bartholomew County who are graduating seniors or graduates of a Bartholomew County high school currently attending or planning to attend IUPUC, Ivy Tech Community College Columbus, or Purdue Polytechnic Institute at Columbus as full-time students pursuing an associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree. Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Recipients may re-apply annually as long as they remain in good standing with their college or university.

Graduating seniors from Columbus East and North High School pursuing postsecondary education.

Graduating high school senior with official enrollment at Columbus North or Columbus East from Bartholomew County who plans to pursue a full-time bachelor’s degree at a post-secondary school in Indiana. Preference will be given to students applying to Butler University.

Graduating high school seniors and college students who reside in the multi-county area served by The Republic newspaper and who plan to pursue a career in journalism. Financial need, academic performance, and extracurricular activities (in school and the community) will be considered.

Bartholomew County graduating seniors who intend to major in an engineering curriculum at an accredited institution of higher learning.

Bartholomew County graduate or graduating high school senior pursuing postsecondary education. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Financial need will be considered.

Bartholomew County female student planning to study a life science such as biology, molecular biology, microbiology, or biochemistry at an accredited college or university.

Bartholomew County residents who are pursuing a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing. Academic performance, financial need, and student’s goals and objectives will be considered.

Graduating seniors from a Bartholomew County public high school who will pursue post-secondary studies to obtain a degree in the field of education.

Resident of Bartholomew, Jennings, Brown, Jackson or Shelby County pursuing postsecondary education at a vocational/technical school, junior college, college or university. Applicants must be on the autism spectrum (proof of diagnosis required.)

A woman at least 25 years of age who has been a resident of Bartholomew County at least one year prior to the date of application. Must have applied to or be attending an accredited post-secondary institution, carrying at least a part-time class schedule. Financial need and special circumstances will be considered.

Male resident of Bartholomew County who is a graduating high school senior athlete in good standing at a public or private high school or home school who plans to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution in pursuit of a technical certificate, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree. Applicant must have played a sport during his senior year of high school. Preference will be given to applicants with financial need.

Graduating seniors from any Bartholomew County high school pursuing a post-secondary education and attending a college, university, or technical school with the desire to pursue a degree in education, divinity, nursing, or social work. Applicant must have a GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, have been a member of a school-sponsored service organization, and participated in community service (school- or nonschool-sponsored) throughout high school. Award payments will be renewable for three years, provided recipients maintain a 2.5 GPA at their college or university and continue in the outlined course of study.

Participants in the Columbus Youth Hockey program. Financial need will be considered.

Bartholomew County residents pursuing a post-secondary degree. Preference will be given to students in the Flat Rock–Hawcreek School Corp. and/or to those majoring in agriculture or consumer family science.

Bartholomew County graduating high school senior who has played tennis and is pursuing post-secondary education. Financial need will be considered.

Graduating high school senior from the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp. who plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree at an accredited post-secondary educational institution and major in education, occupational therapy, or physical therapy. Preference will be given to students who specialize in special education, pediatric occupational or pediatric physical therapy and to students who participate in their high school’s Best Buddies program.

Graduating senior from a Bartholomew County public high school planning to attend Ivy Tech (Columbus) or IUPUC in pursuit of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree on a full-time basis. Applicants must have a minimum 3.5 GPA on 4.0 scale and be able to demonstrate outstanding character as well as extracurricular and community involvement. Financial need will be considered. Recipients may re-apply annually, provided they maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Graduating high school senior with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicant must be able to demonstrate volunteerism with a preference for serving individuals (or organizations that serve individuals) with intellectual disabilities.

Bartholomew County resident planning to attend or currently attending IUPUC or Ivy Tech Community College Columbus in a health care-related course of study leading to an associate’s degree or a bachelor’s degree.

Residents of Bartholomew, Dearborn, Jackson, or Jennings counties attending an American Medical Association-approved medical school. Applicant must be a member of a Christian church, with preference given to Lutherans.

Students who graduated from a Bartholomew or Jackson county high school and are entering the Indiana University School of Medicine as freshmen or who are upperclassmen at the Indiana University School of Medicine. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Recipients may reapply annually.

Any past or current resident of Bartholomew County who is currently accepted by or attending the Indiana University School of Dentistry within the Dentistry Program. Applicant must have resided in Bartholomew County for at least four years during the time he/she attended Grades 6 to 12. Applicant must have at least 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. A recipient may re-apply to receive this scholarship during each of the four years of dental school as long as he/she maintains a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Graduating seniors from the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp. who have participated in interscholastic sports. Academic performance, financial need and character will be considered. This four-year scholarship will be awarded next in 2027.

Indiana resident pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in the field of education at an accredited post-secondary institution. Financial need will be considered.

Current Bartholomew County resident who is a graduating senior from any public, private, or home school who plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in business as a full-time student. Preference will be given to finance majors. This is a merit-based scholarship that requires a minimum of a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Graduating Hauser senior and/or Bartholomew County resident of Flat Rock or Hawcreek townships pursuing postsecondary education at an accredited university on a full-time basis. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale. Financial need will be considered. Applicant must demonstrate high academic achievement and school involvement. Recipients may reapply in subsequent years as long as they maintain a 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale and continue to attend school on a full-time basis.

Bartholomew County graduating high school senior pursuing postsecondary education on a full-time basis in a food/nutrition-related major (i.e. nutrition science, food science, family and consumer sciences education, culinary arts, hospitality, cooperative extension education). Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Academic performance will be considered. Preference will be given to students active in Family Career and Community Leadership of America (FCCLA), 4-H or C4 and/or who demonstrate work experience or volunteer activity in their chosen field of study. Recipients may reapply annually provided they have a minimum 2.5 GPA at their college/university.

A Bartholomew County graduating senior who has participated in 4-H for five or more years, including the current year. Applicant must plan to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution in pursuit of a trade/technical certificate, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree, studying full- or part-time. Applicant must demonstrate citizenship, leadership, and a positive attitude.

City of Columbus resident and U.S. citizen who attends or plans to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution, full- or part-time. Preference will be given to active duty or reserve/guard military personnel, Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) students, and retired military veterans. Applicants may re-apply annually.

High school graduates or graduating seniors from Bartholomew, Brown, Decatur, Jackson, Johnson, or Shelby counties. Applicants must have been accepted to or be attending an accredited post-secondary educational institution in pursuit of a technical certificate, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree. Preference will be given to applicants who have participated in Head Start. Past recipients may re-apply.

Graduating senior from Columbus East High School who is a member of the Columbus East Football Team and plans to attend a postsecondary institution in pursuit of a technical certificate, associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree. Must have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Applicants must exhibit an attitude of hard work and teamwork. Financial need will be considered.

Bartholomew County public, private, or home-schooled high school graduate who will be pursuing graduate studies at an accredited graduate or professional institution and demonstrates leadership, hard work, good citizenship, community service, dependability, and character. Applicant must be a graduate or graduating senior of any higher education facility with a minimum 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Applicant must be enrolled in or accepted for admission in an accredited graduate or professional institution, which normally maintains a regular faculty and curriculum and normally has a regular organized body of students in attendance in the place where its educational activities are carried on. The institution may include a college or university. Students who receive full scholarship support from other organizations/institutions will not be considered for this scholarship. Financial need will be considered.

Graduating senior from Columbus North or Columbus East High School pursuing a major in an engineering field of study at Purdue University. Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Financial need will be considered.

Bartholomew County resident who is a graduating senior from a public or private high school who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution in pursuit of a technical certificate, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree and who is a ten-year member of the Bartholomew County 4-H Program and/or a three-year member of the Bartholomew County 4-H Junior Leaders program. Financial need will be considered.

Student of at least 23 years of age currently attending or planning to attend IUPUC, Ivy Tech (Columbus) or Concordia Theological Seminary (Ft. Wayne, Indiana). Applicant must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

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Applicants who are graduates of a high school in Bartholomew, Jackson, Johnson, Marion or Shelby counties in Indiana will be given preference. Otherwise, applicants must provide transcript evidence of their high school equivalent work outside of the US. Applicants should have been born in Mexico, Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, or Nicaragua. Applicants should provide their current DACA certification from the US government or a birth certificate or applicable consular document showing their place of birth. Applicants should have a cumulative high school GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and/or a cumulative college GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Email mfsouza@iupuc.edu for more information.

Graduate of a Bartholomew County public high school who will pursue post-secondary studies in horticulture, landscape design, plant science, forestry, or environmental management.

Freshman students residing in Bartholomew County enrolled full-time at IUPUC in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree. Special consideration will be given to underrepresented populations, including but not limited to financially challenged students and/or student with diverse cultural experiences. Preference will be given to African American students. Scholarship may be renewed annually provided criteria and additional GPA requirements are met. More information and applications available at iupuc.edu.

Freshman students residing in Bartholomew County enrolled full-time at Ivy Tech in pursuit of an associate’s degree. Designed for African American students. Scholarship may be renewed annually provided criteria and additional GPA requirements are met. More information and applications available at ivytech.edu/columbus (not listed)

High school seniors or college students who are residents of Bartholomew County who attend or will attend Purdue University’s School of Agriculture. Award payments renewable for seven semesters of college provided the student maintains a 2.0 GPA. Previous applicants may re-apply.

Graduating seniors from a Bartholomew County public high school who will be attending Purdue University and majoring in the field of agriculture.

Bartholomew County residents pursuing post-secondary school studies in the visual arts. Five examples of applicant’s artwork must be provided. Two examples should be independent work, not classroom assignments, and must be labeled as such. Recommendation required from someone involved in the visual arts community not related to the applicant.

Bartholomew County high school student who participated on his/her varsity soccer team as a senior (as a player or a manager). Applicant must have lettered at least twice during his/her high school soccer career. Student must plan to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution in pursuit of a technical certificate, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree and must have at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Graduating seniors from the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp. who have participated in their school’s football program and who plan to pursue post-secondary education as a full-time student at a vocational/technical school, junior college, college, or university. No application required. Recipient selected by committee.

Graduating seniors from Hauser High School who plan to attend any Indiana four-year college or university. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Financial need will be considered.

Graduating seniors from Bartholomew County high schools who are in the top third of their graduating class. Applicants must have a combined math and critical reading SAT score of at least 1000 or an ACT score of at least 21. Financial need will be considered.

Graduating senior from Columbus East High School, including Columbus Signature Academy New Tech Campus, or full-time student at Purdue University Polytechnic Institute (Columbus) planning to attend an accredited post-secondary college or university as a full-time student majoring in elementary education or who plans to attend/is attending Purdue University Polytechnic Institute (Columbus location) as a full-time student in pursuit of any one of the bachelor of science STEM degrees offered at the Columbus location only. Preference will be given to students who participated in any aspect of drama or choir at Columbus East.

Resident of Bartholomew County who will be pursuing an associate’s degree or a bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited post-secondary institution. Applicant must have a high school or college GPA of at least a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Applicant must demonstrate interest and experience in health care through volunteer service, education, training, and employment. Financial need will be considered.

Past or current residents of Bartholomew or Brown counties who are entering medical school as freshmen or who are in medical school as upperclassmen at an American Medical Association-approved medical school located in the United States. Financial need will be considered. Applicant must have lived in Bartholomew or Brown county his/her senior year in high school.

Bartholomew County student planning to attend Purdue University, Hanover College, or Wabash College. Must have at least a 2.67 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Applicants cannot be one of the top ten graduates in their class. Preference will be given to students with a record of school, church, and/or community involvement. Special consideration will be given to any student who would be the first member of his/her immediate family to attend college. Students may apply/re-apply each year they attend college.

Graduating seniors from Columbus high schools. Applications are available at the guidance offices of the schools.

Residents of Bartholomew County who are pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in computer science, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Academic achievement, job history, and financial need will be considered.

Residents of Bartholomew County who are graduating seniors planning to pursue a bachelor’s, associate’s, or vocational/technical degree as a full-time student. Applicants should be good students who fall outside the top 10 percent of their class rankings. Applicant must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Preference will be given to students with a record of school, athletic, and community involvement. Previous recipients may re-apply.

Resident of Bartholomew County who is on course to graduate with a diploma from an accredited public or private Indiana high school (accredited by Indiana Department of Education) by the end of June 2024, but not have graduated before the start of the 2023-2024 school year. Students graduating mid-year are eligible; Minimum 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 point system at the end of the sixth semester of high school; must demonstrate significant financial need for pursuing postsecondary education; must demonstrate significant school involvement, community service, good character and leadership skills; intend to pursue a full-time baccalaureate course of study beginning in Fall 2024 at an accredited public or private college or university in the state of Indiana; be available for a personal interview with the selection committee if chosen as a finalist; special consideration may be given to applicants who intend to remain and pursue an occupation in Indiana following graduation from a postsecondary institution.

Graduating seniors from Columbus East High School who plan to pursue post-secondary education at a vocational/technical school, junior college, college or university. Financial need will be considered. Recipients may reapply annually.

Graduating seniors from a Bartholomew County public high school who have been outstanding varsity athletes with outstanding academic records.

Employees of the Columbus Regional Health system seeking training for advanced positions such as LPN to RN, RN to BSN, Care Partner to Certified Nursing Assistant, or Clerk to Medical Secretary, etc.

Graduates of a Bartholomew County high school enrolled in Purdue University’s veterinary technician or veterinary technology undergraduate degree programs or pursuing a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree at Purdue University.

Bartholomew County residents studying at Ivy Tech Community College Columbus campus with preference given to Family Self-Sufficiency participants. Applications are available at Ivy Tech Community College, 4475 Central Avenue, Columbus, IN 47203.

Student who plans to attend an accredited four-year college or university within Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, or Kentucky and who is a child or spouse of a trucking company employee or of an independent contractor affiliated with a trucking company.

Graduating high school senior who is a resident of Bartholomew County and who will attend an accredited college or university as a full-time student planning to pursue a career in education.

Graduating senior from a Bartholomew County high school who is an active, practicing Catholic and plans to attend an accredited post-secondary education institution. Financial need will be considered. Signature from applicant’s parish priest or parish youth minister required.

Residents of Bartholomew County who are recent graduates of the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp. planning to study a government-related program in a post-secondary, accredited Indiana educational institution. Applicants must have at least a 2.67 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Resident of Bartholomew County who is a graduating high school senior pursuing post-secondary education at a college or university that has member status with the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU). Award payments renewable for up to seven semesters, provided recipients maintain a 3.0 GPA at their college or university.

Residents of Bartholomew, Decatur, Franklin, Jackson, Jennings, or Shelby counties who plan to attend or are currently attending Purdue University as full–time students. Applicant should be from a family that farms.

Students from Bartholomew, Brown, Decatur, Jackson, Jennings, or Johnson counties pursuing a technical certificate, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree at a local accredited post-secondary institution in the medical or health care field. Preference given to students who have received a GED certificate.

U.S. resident up to age 35 who is pursuing an education or career in music. Preference will be given to guitar players, songwriters and/or country music performers whose music most closely aligns with Patrick’s style of traditional country music.

Graduates of any Bartholomew County high schools within the past five years who have graduated in the top 10 percent of their high school class and who will be attending any campus of Indiana University. Financial need will be considered. Award payments renewed up to three years as long as the recipient maintains a 3.0 GPA.

Graduating senior who is a Bartholomew County resident and played softball four years in high school. Applicant must have at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Financial need will be considered.

Graduating senior from Columbus East High School who is a current student in the art department and has completed, at the end of his/her senior year, at least three semesters of art. Students must have received an A- average in their chosen visual art discipline for the last two semesters, prior to applying. Applicants must have their portfolio evaluated by the Columbus East Art Department prior to submitting their application, and the required recommendation form must be completed by a Columbus East Art teacher. Applicant must plan to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution to study arts education or the visual arts.

Resident of Bartholomew County or adjacent counties who is planning to attend or currently attending Purdue Polytechnic Institute (Columbus campus). Graduating high school seniors must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Financial need will be considered.

Ivy Tech Community College Columbus campus degree-declared students who have completed at least one semester of study with a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Financial need will be considered. Applications available at Ivy Tech Community College, 4475 Central Avenue, Columbus, IN 47203.

Graduating senior from a Bartholomew County public high school who is pursuing a major in an engineering field of study.

Graduating seniors from a Bartholomew County public high school who will attend a four-year post-secondary institution to pursue a degree in engineering or business as a full-time student.

Residents of Bartholomew County who are pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in business or business-related fields (including general management, entrepreneurship, accounting, economics and marketing), as well as residents of Bartholomew County who are employed in the fields of banking and finance and wish to pursue continuing education courses in their field (whether those courses lead to a degree or not). Undergraduate and graduate applicants must show proof of admission into their college or university’s school of business or management, as well as proof of major or enrollment in class. Preference will be given to students concentrating in fields of study related to banking and finance. Award payments renewable for up to four years of study.

Graduating high school senior from BCSC who plans to pursue a 2- or 4- year degree at an accredited post-secondary institution. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, be active in athletics and/or music, be able to demonstrate academic excellence, leadership skills, and service to the community. Financial need will be considered. Preference will be given to Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) students. Financial need will be considered.

Graduating senior enrolled in a Bartholomew County public high school, who will attend a college, university, or technical school. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and have participated in an extracurricular activity. Financial need will be considered.

Bartholomew County single mother of at least 20 years of age pursuing postsecondary education at a college, trade/vocational school or other educational or training institution on a full- or part-time basis. Financial need with be considered. Previous applicants may reapply provided they have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Graduating high school senior from Columbus East High School, including CSA New Tech students whose official enrollment is at East, who is planning to attend Ivy Tech (Columbus) or IUPUC on a full-time basis in pursuit of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and be involved in at least one extracurricular activity. Financial need will be considered.

Graduating seniors from the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp. who play varsity girl’s basketball and plan to pursue post-secondary education at a vocational/technical school, junior college, college, or university. Applicant must be in good standing academically. Criteria to be used in evaluating applicant shall include, but not be limited to: academic performance, extracurricular activities, financial need, and sportsmanship. Recipients may re-apply annually as long as they remain in good standing at their school.

A graduating senior from a Bartholomew County public high school who plans to attend an accredited post-secondary institution full-time in pursuit of a technical certificate, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree. Financial need, community volunteerism, student employment, and first generation college applicant considered. Minorities, disadvantaged, and at-risk students are encouraged to apply.

Graduating high school seniors who are residents of Bartholomew County (including students who attend schools outside of Bartholomew County) who are planning to pursue postsecondary education at an accredited vocational/technical school, junior college, college, or university on a full-time basis. Applicant must be a current participant in high school’s Science Olympiad team with a minimum 3.0 GPA and pursuing a degree/certification in any science-based field of study, including engineering, architecture, landscape architecture or computer science. Additional letter of recommendation required from Science Olympiad team coach/advisor required.

Graduating seniors from any Bartholomew County high school who plan to further their education at an accredited post-secondary institution. Financial requirements to be considered for this scholarship are $80,000 adjusted gross income with one college student in family or $115,000 adjusted gross income with two college students in family.

Graduating seniors from a Bartholomew County public high school who plan to pursue two-year or four-year degrees at accredited colleges or universities as full-time students. Community service, academic performance, and financial need will be considered.

Student pursuing post-secondary education in a health care-related course of study. Financial need will be considered. Preference will be given to Bartholomew County students pursuing their education through a Bartholomew County Institution and/or employees of Four Seasons Retirement Center.

Graduating seniors from Columbus East High School planning to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution in pursuit of a technical certificate, associate's degree, or bachelor's degree. Applicants must have played two years of varsity soccer during their high school career and exemplify the following characteristics: a true passion for soccer, hard work and competitiveness.
Special consideration will be given to players who plan to play soccer in college and/or pursuing a dentistry degree. Additional letter of recommendation from soccer coach required.