Scholarships

When are scholarships due?

Most scholarships are due April 15 (even if that date falls on the weekend). There are some exceptions, so please check on the application the due date.

When is the Lilly Endowment Scholarship available and due?

The Lilly Endowment Scholarship is available the first of August and is due mid September each year. Please click the Lilly Endowment Link for updates.

Lilly Eligibility Requirements:

• You must be a resident of Whitley County for 12 months prior to the date of the application.
• You must be on course to graduate in June of 2027 with a diploma from an accredited Indiana high school and plan to pursue a full-time baccalaurete course of study at an accreditd public or private college or university in Indiana.
• You are able to demonstrate that you have financial need.
• You can demonstrate pride in the community, responsibillity, perserverance, self-esteem, and the desire to contribute to Whitley County through work or volunteerism.

What materials do I need for applying?

All scholarships are different, but most will need a transcript and a letter of recommendation. A senior picture will also be required for all scholarships. Make sure you have the items in a .doc or .pdf form before applying. Applications can’t be saved once started. Saving all info on a Word Document and cutting and pasting helps protect from losing your information.