WHAT IS A SCHOLARSHIP?
A scholarship is an amount of money awarded to a student to help pay for college. Unlike a loan, which accumulates interest and has to be paid back, scholarships are gifts that don't need to be paid back. Scholarships are awarded to students based on a specific set of criteria, such as financial need, academic performance, college major, hometown, or other unique criteria. Scholarships can come from any number of sources, including governments, corporations, colleges (like Ivy Tech!), philanthropists, or any organization with goodwill.
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With Ivy Tech’s already affordable tuition, plus any scholarships you are awarded, you are guaranteed to get the best deal for your education.
WHO QUALIFIES?
To qualify for scholarships you must first apply and be accepted to Ivy Tech. After that, every scholarship has a different set of eligibility requirements, depending on the type of scholarship it is.
The most common qualification for scholarships is financial need, which is calculated as the gap between a student’s cost of attendance and the "expected family contribution"—usually an amount determined by your FAFSA.
Learn more about how need is calculated
IVY TECH SCHOLARSHIPS
Each year, Ivy Tech offers hundreds of scholarships worth over $8 million. In fact, there are more than 1,000 scholarship opportunities listed in the MyIvy student portal right now. Scholarships are offered at the statewide and local levels and there are options for all types of students.
How to Apply
To apply for most Ivy Tech scholarships, all you have to do is complete one scholarship application in the MyIvy student portal to see if you qualify. It's that easy! Occasionally, scholarships require additional steps, such as an essay or an interview, and some local scholarships require a separate application.
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First, Apply to Ivy Tech
Prior to applying for scholarships, complete an Ivy Tech application for admission to the college.
Next, Complete the Scholarship Application in MyIvyOnce you have been accepted to Ivy Tech, follow these steps to apply for Ivy Tech scholarships:
- Log in to MyIvy.
- Click on the Tools & Resources tab.
- Click the Apply for Scholarships link; this will take you to a separate scholarship application website provided by our partner NextGen.
- On that site, click on the Scholarships Search tab.
- Browse available scholarship opportunities.
- When you are ready to apply, click the green Apply Now button found near the top of the Scholarship Search page.
- Complete the scholarship application. It is called the "Ivy Tech System Student Application." On average, students spend 30-45 minutes completing the application. You do not have to complete this application in one sitting.
Apply Once Each Year
Complete the general scholarship application in MyIvy (described above) one time each year and you will be considered for the vast majority of scholarships offered by Ivy Tech.
Other Application Methods
Some local scholarships require a separate application, event participation, or a referral from faculty or staff. Search for local scholarships using our Scholarship Finder or consult your campus financial aid advisor to learn about additional local scholarship opportunities.
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Scholarships are typically awarded close to the beginning of each semester. You can see if you received an Ivy Tech scholarship by logging in to MyIvy and viewing your financial aid awards.
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Types of Scholarships
There are many types of scholarships, from academic and athletic to need-based and identity-specific. With so many options, you may find one or more that apply to you. The most common types of scholarships that Ivy Tech students benefit from are:
Need-Based Scholarships - For students who have a demonstrated financial need, usually determined based on the information you provide on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA (your FAFSA will help qualify you for Ivy Tech need-based scholarships as well as federal aid)
- Offered by Ivy Tech as well as many national and local organizations
Academic Scholarships - Awarded to students who've demonstrated academic excellence or exceptional skill in an area (such as GPA)
- Also referred to as merit scholarships
Student-Specific Scholarships - Based on a student's personal situation or affiliation
For example:
- First-generation college students
- County of residence
Employer or Military Scholarships - Offered to employees of a company or an employee’s college-bound student
- For students who currently serve or have served in the U.S. armed forces
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Some scholarships are renewable. In order to renew a scholarship, a student must adhere to the scholarship requirements to maintain eligibility. Search for your scholarship here to review eligibility requirements and recipient responsibilities.
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Questions about Scholarships?
Ask an Ivy Tech Financial Advisor
Our Financial Aid Advisors are here to help you assemble your budget and answer your questions about scholarships and other forms of financial aid.
OTHER RESOURCES To Find Scholarships
- Indiana Scholarships Guide on LearnMoreIndiana.org
- BigFuture Scholarship Search on CollegeBoard.org
- Scholarships from UNCF primarily benefitting for minority students
- Scholarship database on Fastweb
- Scholarship directory on finaid.org, comprehensive and categorized
- Scholarships.com scholarship matching (requires registration)