In partnership with the K21 Health Foundation, Questa is offering forgivable loans to individuals from Kosciusko County who are pursuing a degree in healthcare.

Eligbility Requirements:

• Seeking a bachelor’s degree.
• Resident of Kosciusko County.
• Planning on majoring in healthcare related fields.
• Plan to attend an Indiana college or university.
• 2.5 GPA or higher for traditional students.
• 2.5 GPA or higher for contemporary students.

High school seniors are encouraged to apply to the Traditional Scholars Program (application open January 15 - March 15).

College students and adult learners (new or returning to college) can apply through the Contemporary Scholars Program (application open year-round).

The Cole Graduate Scholars Program is designed to support the advanced educational journeys of two outstanding graduate students: one pursuing a graduate degree in education and one pursuing a Doctor of Medicine.

Through generous funding from the Cole Foundation, this program provides forgivable loans to help with their financial gap. Scholars may be eligible to receive 50% of their loan forgiven when they live and work in Northeast Indiana for five years following graduation.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Pursuit of a graduate degree to qualify for teaching dual credit classes OR pursuit of a Doctor of Medicine degree
• Resident of DeKalb, LaGrange, Noble, or Steuben County
• Accepted into an accredited graduate or professional program in the designated fields
• Intent to live and work in Northeast Indiana upon graduation
• Completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

The AWS School Psychology Scholars Program is for individuals pursuing an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in school psychology. Candidates for this program are nominated by their school district, at the invitation of AWS Foundation. Scholars are eligible to receive up to $30,000 for their degree. This forgivable loan can be up to 100% forgiven if a graduate works as a school psychologist for their nominating school district for at least five years.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Financial gap in affording your college's cost of attendance

• Nominated by your school district for consideration

• Acceptance into the IU Ed.S. School Psychology program

• Commitment to work at your nominating school district for at least five years, working within a Northeast Indiana public school as a school psychologist.

Graduating high school seniors (Class of 2026) can apply for funding to pursue a certificate, associate, or bachelor's degree. $5,000 is awarded per year, up to $20,000 for a four-year degree, and $10,000 for a certificate or associate degree.

Funding is provided as a loan that is up to 75% forgiven when students graduate from a partner school and return to northeast Indiana to live and work for five years after graduation. The application is open January 15th - March 15th.

The Virgil J. and Mildred C. Roy Memorial Scholarship assists nursing students who are enrolled full-time at Trine University, Manchester University, University of Saint Francis, and Indiana University Fort Wayne. Applicants must be in their junior or senior year and pursuing a BSN degree. The application is open from May 1 - June 30.

Questa Education Foundation administers the Edward C. Dodez Scholarship, which provides scholarships to Indiana residents attending Dartmouth College. Priority is given to applicants from northeast Indiana, but applicants need not reside in northeast Indiana to receive consideration. Scholarships are awarded based upon academic achievement and demonstrated financial need. The scholarships are awarded to entering freshmen and returning students. Funds are only awarded to undergraduate students. This application is open from May 1 - June 30.

Questa is excited to offer the MadeByMe scholarship, sponsored by IFMA and the Anthony Wayne Rotary Club. Residents from Allen County pursuing training or an apprenticeship in a skilled manufacturing or trade program can receive a $1,000 award. Scholarships can be used for tuition, fees, certification exams, books or materials, equipment, tooling, and other program-related expenses. Students graduating high school, individuals completing their HSE, and adult learners are eligible to apply. Successful program completion is expected of scholarship recipients. Application open May 1 until all available funding is awarded.

Learn More Indiana and Indiana529 are partnering to provide $1,000 Indiana529 Savings Plan account deposits to five Hoosier students in grades K-12. By completing a quick survey, students can share their answers to two short questions and enter for a chance to win.

The Lutheran Foundation has 20 restricted scholarship funds that they can invest in individuals pursuing a degree in nursing or other healthcare professions. You do not need to be Lutheran to be eligible or apply for this scholarship!

The INACAC scholarship is open to high school seniors that attend an Indiana high school and are planning to enter an Indiana College or University. Scholarships will range from $500 to $1,000, and will be awarded to the students' Freshman year (non-renewable). The award will be paid directly to the school and may be applied to assist with tuition, fees, books, or housing and food.

The Frank Zirille BBBS Scholarship program is dedicated to honoring the legacy of Frank Zirille, the founding Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana.

Initially founded and funded in 2024, the new scholarship program’s mission is to support graduating "Littles" from the BBBS program in pursuing post-secondary education by providing financial assistance and mentorship. The program’s mission is to ensure our youth have equal access to opportunities in education and are given the support they need as they take those first steps of their professional life.

Eligbility Guidelines:

• Little/Mentee must be currently enrolled and active in the Community-Based program.
• Mentee must be on track to graduate by 2026.
• Mentee must be a senior enrolled in high school, including those who are homeschooled or online students.
• Mentee must have plans to enroll in a post-secondary institution (an accredited two or four-year college program, Trade/Vocational School).

For more than 50 years, the Indiana Council of Administrators of Special Education (ICASE) members have worked tirelessly on improving the lives of students with disabilities. The mission of ICASE is to serve, support and represent special education administrators in Indiana in order to provide high impact learning opportunities for all students. One goal of ICASE is to build capacity among its members and continue to develop future leaders in special education.

To do this, ICASE awards two $1,000.00 scholarships to individuals who are interested in becoming administrators in special education. In order to be eligible for this scholarship, the applicant must be nominated by a current special education director and accepted or currently enrolled into a Director of Exceptional Needs licensing program for the state of Indiana.

Each year, INDOT offers a limited number of scholarships to engineering students who can make a lasting impact on Indiana’s infrastructure. Scholarships can be applied toward an undergraduate or graduate degree in Civil Engineering, or a combination of both. Students must be currently enrolled or accepted into a School of Engineering at an Indiana ABET accredited college or university.

The Auer, Arthur and Hazel Scholarship is awarded to two East Noble seniors preparing to enter a 4-year bachelor’s program at an accredited college or university. Student must have a GPA of no higher than 3.70. This scholarship pays around $500 per semester in each of the first two years, for a total of $2,000. Student must maintain a college GPA of 2.00 or better to maintain payments and submit transcripts as requested. This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Noble County.

The Peter R. Bottomley Scholarship is awarded to an East Noble High School senior who has participated in 4 years of East Noble High School Band and is pursuing a 4-year degree in instrumental music education or performance with a minimum GPA of 3.00. For undergraduate study only. Of the two required written recommendations, one must be from Band Director. Essay question required on application: “Why are you pursuing a music degree and how music will help change people’s lives.” This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Noble County.

The Kris Campbell "Any Dream Will Do" Scholarship is awarded to a Prairie Heights High School senior who meets one or both of the following criteria: 1) has been active in his or her high school drama club for at least two years and is preparing to pursue any sort of post-secondary education, 2) has excelled in high school English and will pursue an English or teaching major in college. Payment to be made after proof of enrollment. This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Noble County.

The Cromwell High School Alumni Scholarship is awarded to a West Noble High School senior who resides in Sparta Township and plans to attend an accredited two- or four-year public or private institution of higher learning, and/or vocational/technical training and certification programs. Preference will be given to applicants with a GPA of 3.00-3.50, and this award is given one time, in the amount of $1,000, for educational expenses only. This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Noble County.

The DeMotte, Richard and Mary Scholarship is awarded to a senior at West Noble High School who intends to pursue a teaching profession. One-time payment of $400. This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Noble County.

The Duesler, Charles and Bernard Scholarship is awarded to Central Noble High School seniors or graduates who will be or are attending Purdue University in the Fall, with preference to those entering the agriculture, consumer and health services, veterinary, nursing, or pharmacy fields. It is a one-time payment of $1,500. This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Noble County.

The Earley, Benjamin B. and Kathleen June Memorial Scholarship is awarded to an East Noble High School senior planning to attend Ball State University. It is a one-time payment of $1,000. This scholarship is administered by the Community Foundation of Noble County.