Local Scholarships - Ivy Tech Community College

"Accounting" For Your Future Scholarship

Amount $500-$1,000

Period Open

The “Accounting” For Your Future Endowed Scholarship was established by Michelle Simmons to support Ivy Tech Accounting students. She has dedicated her time, talent, and treasure supporting the College and its students since 1993. Michelle has served the Kokomo Service Area in a variety of leadership rolls throughout her 30-year career and believes that Ivy Tech Community College changes lives and is a critical component of a successful community.

Offered By

Michelle Simmons

Award

$500-$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

• Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
• Resident of Carroll, Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, Tipton or Wabash counties
• Minimum 2.8 GPA
• Minimum of 24 credit hours completed
• Pursuing an Associate degree in Accounting
• Submit an essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank You Letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

How to Apply

Complete Scholarship Application

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

4C Health Human Services Scholarship

Amount $400-$1,000

Period Open

The 4C Health Human Services Scholarship was established by 4C Health to help students who are pursuing a Human Services Degree.

Offered By

4C Health

Award

$400-$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

• Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
• Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, Pulaski, or Tipton counties
• Enrolled in a Social Service program:
* Human Services
∙ Addictive Studies
∙ Social Work
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• May not be an employee of 4CHealth

DACA students are eligible.

Preferences

Preference given to a student who has completed a student experience/practicum with 4C Health

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Technology Fees

Application Period

Open

How to Apply

Complete Scholarship Application

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Arnie and Laura Snipes Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Arnie and Laura Snipes established this scholarship in 2016. The Snipes's are firm believers in education and want to help the students of Fulton County achieve their dreams.

Offered By

Arnie and Laura Snipes

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

• Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus or South Bend/Elkhart Service Area campus
• Resident of Fulton County
• Submit an essay
• Demonstrate financial need

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)

Application Period

Open

How to Apply

Complete Scholarship Application

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Boots-2-Books Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

This scholarship is for Military Veterans or Reserves.

Offered By

Multiple

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

• Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton counties
• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• Enrolled in at least 9 credits
• Demonstrate proof of community service, club involvement or volunteer work
• Must be prior service veteran (one that served honorably on active duty in Army, Marines, Air Force, Navy, or Coast Guard, reserves or the National Guard); OR an active duty veteran (Army, Marines, Air Force, Navy, or Coast Guard, reserves or the National Guard)

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition

Application Period

Open

How to Apply

Complete Scholarship Application

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Cass County Community Spirit Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Scholarship will be awarded to a Cass County resident attending Ivy Tech Community College

Offered By

Multiple Sponsors

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

• Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
• Resident of Cass County
• Continuing students must maintain a 2.0 GPA
• Applicants will be reviewed for essay content, other aid and merit. Essays should include information about involvement in community service

Preferences

-Preference given to students actively engaged in community service in Cass County.
-Other types of financial aid will be considered first; however,
students who are not eligible for other types of aid also may be
considered

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

How to Apply

Thank you letter

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Cass County Democratic Party Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

This scholarship was created by the Cass County Democratic Party in March 2014 to recognize longtime Cass County resident, Jim Weaver. Mr. Weaver was a great community leader, serving as a school board member, city councilman, Economic Development president and a driving force behind completion of the Hoosier Heartland project.

Offered By

Cass County Democratic Party

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

• Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
• Resident of Cass County
• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• Registered voter

Preferences

Preference given to applicants enrolled in the following programs:
-Agriculture
-Criminal Justice
-Dental Assisting
-Early Childhood Education
-Education
-Health Care Support
-Human Services
-Medical Assisting
-Nursing / Practical Nursing
-Paramedic Science
-Public Safety
-Surgical Technology.

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Celestine Johnson and Dorothy Hardy Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

The Celestine Johnson and Dorothy Hardy Scholarship was created in honor of Celestine Johnson upon her retirement as the Executive Director of Human Resources for the Kokomo Campus of Ivy Tech. Many of Celestine's friends and colleagues contributed to this scholarship in her honor. Celestine also wanted to include her mother in the scholarship name since her mother, Dorothy Hardy was such a positive influence in her life.

Offered By

Multiple Sponsors

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

• Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
• Resident of Howard County
• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• Must not be eligible for other forms of aid

Preferences

Preference given to a graduate of Kokomo High School.

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank You Letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Chancellor Stephen J. Daily Legacy Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Steve Daily began his career at Ivy Tech as the Logansport site manager in December 1995. In July 1996, he was named executive dean of what was then known as Region 5, and in 2000, he became chancellor of what now is the Kokomo Campus, which includes campuses and operational sites in Kokomo, Logansport, Peru, and Rochester. This scholarship was created by staff, faculty, friends and family of Chancellor Steve Daily.

Offered By

Multiple Sponsors

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

• Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
• Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, Tipton or Wabash counties
• Must be in good standing
• Minimum of 30 credit hours completed

Preferences

Preference given to students pursuing a degree in either Education or Agriculture.

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

City of Logansport Associate Degree Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

This scholarship was created by the City of Logansport to provide tuition & fee assistance to students who need to complete a minimum number of classes for an Associate degree.

Offered By

City of Loganosport

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

• Resident of Logansport
• Must have declared an associate degree as degree objective
• Minimum of 30 credit hours completed
• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• Enroll in and complete at least 6 credits per semester
• Enroll in credit courses in consecutive academic semesters, not to include summer semester to continue to receive the award

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

City of Logansport GED Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

This scholarship was created by the City of Logansport to provide tuition & fee assistance to students who have completed or enrolled in 6 credit hours and pursuing an Associate Degree. Student must be a resident of Logansport.

Offered By

City of Logansport

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

• Admitted to Ivy Tech Logansport Instructional Site
• Resident of Logansport
• Provide a copy of GED/HSE scores showing a minimum score of 54.0 or 540
• Provide two completed recommendation forms. If you are employed, one should be completed by your employer; if you are not employed, the forms can be completed by a teacher, minister, or other individuals who know you well.

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

How to Apply

Complete Scholarship Application

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

City of Logansport Technical Certificate Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

This scholarship was created by the City of Logansport to provide tuition & fee assistance to students who are enrolled or completed 6 credit hours and pursuing a Technicail Certificate. Student must be a resident of Logansport..

Offered By

City of Logansport

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

• Resident of Logansport
• Must have declared a technical certificate degree as objective
• Minimum of 15 credit hours completed
• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• Enroll in and complete at least 6 credits per semester
• Enroll in credit courses in consecutive academic semesters, not to include summer semester to continue to receive the award

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Cole Family Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

Milt and Jean Cole have had a long relationship with Ivy Tech. Both Milt and Jean served as regional trustees, both were named Benefactors of the Year and both have been recognized with honorary degrees. The Cole Family Scholarship was established in 2017 and in 2024, Jean endowed the scholarship ensuring financial support would be provided to Cass County students in perpetuity.

Offered By

Milt and Jean Cole

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

• Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
• Resident of Cass County
• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• Minimum of 15 credit hours completed
• Demonstrate Need
• Complete Scholarship Application

Resident of Cass County attending one of the local highschools: Logansport, Lewis Cass, Pioneer or Caston

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Community Howard Regional Health Nursing Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

Established in 2017 by Community Howard Regional Health to support students enrolled in the Ivy Tech Nursing program..

Offered By

Community Howard Regional Health

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

• Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
• Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami or Tipton counties
• Currently be enrolled/accepted into the AS Nursing Program
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Minimum of 13 credit hours in degree program
• Submit an essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Conrad and Karen Uitts Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Established in 2007 by Conrad and Karen Uitts to support part-time or full-time students who are Howard County residents.

Offered By

Conrad and Karen Uitts

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

• Resident of Howard County
• Minimum 2.0 GPA
• May be a part- or full-time student

Preferences

Preference given to a graduate of Western High School

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Dick Rayl Memorial Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Established by the Dick Rayl family to support Howard County students pursuing a degree in Business.

Offered By

The Rayl Family

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Resident of Howard County
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Student of the School of Business
Minimum 30 credit hours completed

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Doing the Dream Scholarship: Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King

Amount $1,000

Period Open

The Doing the Dream Scholarship celebrates the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Each year the Ivy Tech Kokomo service ares hosts an event called "Doing the Dream" and hosts a speaker to address local students as well as the community members through a variety of convocations. The recipient of this scholarship will be invited to attend and be recognized as the Doing the Dream Scholarship recipient.

Offered By

Multiple

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton Counties
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Submit an essay
Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours

Recipient Responsibilities

The recipient must attend the community banquet and be recognized as the Doing the Dream Scholarship recipient.

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Don and Louise Thomas Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Offered By

Don and Louise Thomas

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton counties
Minimum 3.2 GPA
Pursuing a degree in Nursing, Practical Nursing, Business Administration, Or Agriculture
Minimum of 30 credit hours completed in program area

Preferences

Preference given to Howard County resident

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Don Heckard Family Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Don Heckard served as an Ivy Tech State Trustee and as an Ivy Tech Foundation Director. The Don Heckard Memorial Scholarship was established to honor his service to the college. This scholarship is for students pursuing a degree in Nursing or Agriculture.

Offered By

Don Heckard Family

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami or Tipton counties
Minimum 3.2 GPA
Pursuing a degree in Nursing or Agriculture
Minimum of 30 credit hours completed in program area

Preferences

Preference given to Cass Country resident

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you Letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Dr. Rebecca A. Nickoli Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Established by freinds of Dr. Rebecca A. Nickoli a former director of the Logansport Campus for single parents pursuing an associate degree.

Offered By

Friends and family of Dr. Rebecca A. Nickoli

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Pursuing an associate degree
Single Parent
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Must be in good standing

Preferences

Preference given to students who are in the Licensed Practical Nursing Program

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Ellis Family Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Established by Cartwright Ellis Family to support Howard County students.

Offered By

Family of Cartwright Ellis

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Howard County

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

First Farmers Bank & Trust Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

Established in 2015 to support students pursuing a degree in business or agriculture.

Offered By

First Farmers Bank & Trust

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Howard or Miami counties
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Pursuing an Associate Degree in either Business Administration or Agriculture
Submit an essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

First Generation Student Scholarship

Amount $400

Period Open

Established to support full-time First Generation students throughout the service area.

Offered By

Multiple

Award

$400

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
First Generation Student (neither parent completed a degree beyond high-school)
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Submit an essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

First Responders Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Established to support studnets pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice, Paramedic Science or Public Service. Scholarship will be awarded based on academic excellence, community involvement and civic leadership. Preference given to a student who has completed 12 credit hours or already engaged in first responder careers.

Offered By

Multiple

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, Titpon, or Wabash counties
Part-time or full-time student
Pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice, Paramedic Science, or Public Service

Preferences

Awarded based on academic excellence, community involvement, and civic leadership
While not limited to, preference will be given to students who have completed 12 credit hours or are already engaged in first responder careers

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

For the Love of Education Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

Established to support students who attend the Logansport instructional site from Carroll, Cass, Fulton or Pulaski counties.

Offered By

Multiple

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Logansport Instructional Site
Resident of Carroll, Cass, Fulton or Pulaski counties
Minimum GPA 3.0 (or 8.0 on 12.0 scale)
Submit an Essay

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Fulton County Community Spirit

Amount $500

Period Open

Fulton County Community Spirit scholarship is available to students actively engaged in the Fulton County Community

Offered By

Multiple

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Resident of Fulton County
Continuing students maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher
Submit an essay

Preferences

Applicants will be reviewed for essay content, other aid, and merit. Essays should include information about involvement and community service.

Students actively engaged in community service in Fulton County will be given first consideration

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Futures Unlimited - Kokomo

Amount $350

Period Open

The Futures Unlimited Scholarship is designed to support non-traditional students pursuing their first credential at Ivy Tech.

Offered By

Multiple

Award

$350

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Howard County
Submit an essay
Minimum GPA of 2.0
New or returning student
Enrolled in at least half-time

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Gene Hass Foundation Scholarship - Kokomo

Amount $1,400

Period Open

Established by the Gene Hass Foundation to support students pursuing a Certification, Technical Certification or Associate Degree in a machine-base training program and /or engineering program.

Offered By

Gene Hass Foundation

Award

$1,400

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours
Minimum GPA of 2.5
Pursuing a certificate , technical certificate, or associate degree in a machine-based training program and/or engineering program

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Gerald Lamkin Scholarship

Amount $250

Period Open

Established in honor of Ivy Tech President Gerald Lamkin. This scholarship supports part-time students.

Offered By

Friends and family of Gerald Lamkin

Award

$250

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campius
Minimum GPA requirement of 2.0
Part-time student

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Goodfellows Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

This scholarship was established by Goodfellows to support students who have graduated from high school in the last 3 years. Must be a resident of Howard County.

Offered By

Goodfellows of Kokomo

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Resident of Howard County
May be part-time or full-time
Must have graduated from high school within the last 3 years
Must have achieved a "C" average in high school
Submit an Essay

Preferences

Preference given to students who have demonstrated community service.

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Grace and Oliver Brunson Memorial Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

This scholarship was created by Rita Jackson in memory of her maternal grandparents, Grace and Oliver Brunson. Oliver worked on the C&O railroad and Grace was a homemaker. Although neither attended college, they knew the importance of education and how it can bring hope. After their daughter's husband died at the age of 28, the Brunsons became caregivers for their daughter and her two children, Rita and Karen. It is because of their caring attitudes and value of education that Rita chose to award this scholarship to nursing students.

Offered By

Rita Jackson; in memory of her maternal grandparents

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, Tipton or Wabash County
Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
3.2 GPA
Pursuing a Nursing or Practical Nursing Degree
Minimum 30 credit hours completed in program area

Preferences

Preference given to Miami County students

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Hamilton Lab/Phlebotomy Scholarship

Amount $400

Period Open

Created by Hershel Hamilton, an Ivy Tech Phlebotomy instructor

Offered By

Hershel Hamilton

Award

$400

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Pursuing a Phlebotomy Certificate in Healthcare Support
Minimum GPA 2.5

Preferences

Preference given to a Cass County resident

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Hardin Student Success Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Fran Hardin, a long time Ivy Tech emploee establish this scholasrhip as she was retiring so she could continue helping Ivy Tech students.

Offered By

Fran Hardin

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Submit an essay
First semester student

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Harvey S. Poling Jr. Scholarship - Kokomo

Amount $500

Period Open

This scholarship was established as a tribute to a veteran teacher and Ivy Tech administrator, Harvey S. Poling, Jr. to allow students in need to continue and finish their education in a timely fashion.

Offered By

Friends and family of Harvey S. Poling, Jr.

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Must be at least 28 years of age
Completed at least half of the program of study
Minimum GPA 3.0
Demonstrate financial need

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Haynes International Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

Haynes International, a global company in Kokomo, established this scholarship in 2015. The scholarship is for students in the academic programs of Business, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Production and Operations, or Advanced Automation and Robotics Technology.

Offered By

Haynes International

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton county
Minimum 3.0 GPa
Enrolled in one of the following programs:
- Business (AS)
- Engineering Technology (AS)
- Manufacturing Tool Technology (AS)
- Manufacturing Production and Operations (AS)
- Advanced Automation and Robotics Technology (AS)

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Bookstore Fees

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

High Performance Alloys Endowed Scholarship

Amount $4,000

Period Open

High Performance Alloys, Inc. is a family owned and operated business located in Tipton and Windfall, Indiana. The company was founded in 1984 by Russ and Cella Kirchner. Russ Kirchner Jr. is a Metallurgist and Corrosion Specialist. The company serves the special needs of the aerospace, chemical processing, oil-gas, medical, and food processing industries. High Performance Alloys, Inc. (H.P.A.P.A.) is a leader in the super alloys industry, suppling extreme environment industries with wear, corrosion, and high temperature resistant materials.

Offered By

High Performance Alloys, Inc.

Award

$4,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, Pulaski or Tipton county
Minimum GPA 3.0
Pursuing Certificate, Technical Certificate, or Associate Degree in:
- Advanced Automation and Robotics Technology
- Industrial Technology
- Industrial Electrical
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Electrical Specialist
- Manufacturing Production and Operations

Preferences

Preference given to a resident of Tipton County

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Howard County Master Gardener Scholarship

Amount $250

Period Open

Offered By

Howard County Master Gardener Association

Award

$250

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Howard County
Enrolled in the Agriculture Program
Full time or part time student
GPA of 2.5

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

James and Judy Kruggel Nursing Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

The James and Judy Kruggel Nursing Scholarship was established to assist students pursuing a degree in nursing. Mr. and Mrs. Kruggel, both retired after successful careers in Kokomo, are active community volunteers who wanted to partner with Ivy Tech to improve the lives of individuals and families through education. With two daughters and a daughter-in-law who are nurses, the Kruggels admire the nursing profession and recognize the need to increase the number of nurses entering the workforce in Indiana.

Offered By

James and Judy Kruggel

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass, Howard, Miami or Tipton countues
Be a United States Citizen or eligible non-citizen as defined by Title IV
Pursuing a degree in Nursing
Minimum GPA 3.0
Minimum 30 credit hours completed

Preferences

Preference given to Howard County resident

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

James and Judy Kruggel Technology Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

The James and Judy Kruggel Technology Scholarship was established to assist students pursuing a degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Robotics or Engineering Technology in the Kokomo Service Area. Mr. and Mrs. Kruggel, both retired after successful careers in Kokomo, are active community volunteers who wanted to partner with Ivy Tech to improve the lives of individuals and families through education. The Kruggels want to support students interested in technology who will graduate and help meet the workforce needs in Howard County.

Offered By

James and Judy Kruggel

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Resident of Howard County
US citizen or eligible non-citizen as defined by Title IV
Pursuing an Associates Degree in:
- Advanced Automation
- Industrial Technology
- Engineering Technology
- Mechanical Engineering Technology

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you. letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

James and Katherine Scheffler Endowed Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

The James and Katherine Scheffler Scholarship was created in 2017 by Kathy Scheffler in memory of Pamela Lazaro. Kathy met Paula in an orphanage in Tanzania when Pamela was 10 years old. Pamela passed away when she was 14. She touched Kathy's heart with her amazing hope for the future. Kathy believes that through education and knowledge, the world has the ability to change for the better. Kathy has established this scholarship because she wants to give back to the community that has been so good to her family.

Offered By

James and Katherine Scheffler

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton counties
Minimum 15 credit hours completed
Demonstrate financial need (student who receives partial pell)
Submit an essay

Preferences

Nursing or Education programs
Preference given to a student who received primary or secondary education in Tanzania, Africa

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Jean Koch Memorial Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

The Jean Koch Memorial Scholarship was created by friends and family in memory of Jean Koch, former Dean of the School of Business. The scholarship is for students in the programs of Computer Information Systems or Computer Information Technology.

Offered By

Friends and family of Jean Koch

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Resident of Howard County
Full-time student
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Student of the School Business, Logistics & Supply Chain or School of Information Technology
Demonstrate financial need

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Joe Reed Family Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

The Joe Reed Family Scholarship was created by Joe and his family to benefit Cass County students.

Offered By

Joe Reed and family

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Resident of Cass County
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Must be at least half-time

Preferences

Preference given to students attending a Logansport Instructional Site

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

John and Jan Adler Family Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Tipton County couple John and Jan Adler believe that everyone should be given the chance to suceed and are convinced that the opportunity to succeed is offered within the classrooms and laboratories of Ivy Tech. The John and Jan Adler Family Scholarship was established to help students succeed.

Offered By

John and Jan Adler

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

• Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
• Resident of Howard or Tipton counties
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Minimum of 15 credit hours completed
• Enrolled in the Agriculture Program

Preferences

Submit an essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you Letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

How to Apply

Complete Scholarship Application

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Johnson Agency Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

The Johnson Agency Scholarship was established in early 2017 for students living in Cass or Howard County.

Offered By

The Johnson Agency

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass or Howard counties
Minimum 15 credit hours completed
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Demonstrate financial need
Submit an essay

Preferences

Preference given to students in the Nursing or Education programs

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Kokomo Alumni Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

This scholarship is awarded to immediate family of any Ivy Tech alumni.

Offered By

Ivy Tech Kokomo Alumni Association

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area Campus
Must be immediate family ( spouse, child, stepchild, or parent)
Provide a minimum of two letters of recommendation

Preferences

This scholarship will be rewarded based on academic excellence, community involvement, and civic leadership

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Kokomo New Car Dealers Association Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

This scholarship is made possible by the Kokomo New Car Dealers Association to support Howard County automotive students.

Offered By

Kokomo New Car Dealers Association

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Resident of Howard County
Enrolled in the Automotive Program
Minimum 2.0 GPA

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Kokomo Women's Department Club Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

This scholarship, created by the Kokomo Women's Department Club, is to assist Howard County residents in furthering their education.

Offered By

Kokomo Women's Department Club

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Howard County
Enrolled in at least 9 credit hours
Submit an essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Lavell Brown Surgical Technology Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Lavell Brown established the first Kokomo Campus surgical technology scholarship. His hope is by establishing the Lavell Brown Surgical Technology Scholarship is it will help Surgical Technology students succeed well into the future. Lavell is a proud Ivy Tech alumnus and encourages prospective students to consider Ivy Tech as a great place to start – or even to start over! At Ivy Tech, Lavell found a strong support system for adult students like himself.

Offered By

Lavell Brown

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Admitted into the Surgical Technology Program

Preferences

Preference given to a student with no previous healthcare experience
Preference given to a student who completes the application essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Logansport Multicultural Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

The Logansport Multicultural Scholarship is provided to student attending Ivy Tech Logansport

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend the Logansport Instructional Site
Resident of Cass, Fulton or Pulaski counties
Minimum 2.0 GPA
An essay on how you will bring a diverse perspective to the college

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Bookstore Fees

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Louise Jackson and Karen Jackson-Blue Memorial Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

This scholarship was created by Rita Jackson in memory of her mother, Louise and sister Karen. Louise and Karen both passed away in August 2012. Rita is a retired educator, having retired from Ivy Tech in 2006. Rita's areas of specialty included math, computers and business. She firmly believes in education and assisting others attain their educational goals.

Offered By

Rita Jackson

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Pursuing a degree in Liberal Arts or Business Administration with a concentration on Math, Accounting, or Computer Information Systems

Preferences

Preference given to a Cass County resident

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Mary Craig Success Scholarship

Amount $250

Period Open

Mary Craig, a 20+ year employee of Ivy Tech, created this scholarship not only as a way of giving back to her employer that gave her so many opportunities, but also to pay it forward to Ivy Tech students.

Offered By

Mary Craig

Award

$250

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area Campus
Minimum 15 Credit Hours completed
Minimum 2.6 GPA
Submit an essay

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Miami County Community Spirit Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

Scholarship will be awarded to a Miami County resident attending Ivy Tech Community College

Offered By

Miami County

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Resident of Miami County
Minimum 2.0 GPA

Preferences

Preference given to students actively engaged in community service in Miami County.

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Miami County Economic Development Authority Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

This scholarship was created by the Miami County Economic Development Authority in 2016 for students from Miami County pursuing a degree in Industrial Technology in the Kokomo Service Area.

Offered By

Miami County Economic Development Authority

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Miami County
Pursuing a degree in Industrial Technology
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Submit an Essay

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Miami County Health Sciences & Nursing Impact Scholarships

Amount $3,000

Period Open

The Miami County Health Sciences & Nursing Impact Scholarship is for Miami County high school students and returning adult students interested in achieving a degree in the school of health sciences or nursing (Nursing, Health Sciences, Paramedic, Dental, Healthcare, Surgical Tech, Medical Assisting). Miami County health science students will benefit from affordable, transferable, high quality education, training, equipment and hands-on experience close to home.

Offered By

Dukes Healthcare Foundation of Miami County

Award

$3,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Miami County
Pursuing a credential in a Health Science program or accepted into the nursing program
Must be a Full-Time student
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Submit a short essay about why you want to be a health care professional

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Michael Caldwell Hingst Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

On December 21, 2020, Michael Caldwell Hingst was stillborn. As his parents, we (Jack and Monica) are honoring his memory through paying it forward to a group of professionals that forever impacted our lives, our nurses. We will never forget the kindness shown to us and our son by the nurses that day. It is our turn to pay it forward to future nurses in our community. We hope that any student who benefits from this scholarship will have the same kind of positive impact on patients lives that our nurses had for us and Michael Caldwell.

Offered By

Jack and Monica Hingst

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Miami, Pulaski, Howard, or Tipton counties
Pursuing a degree in Nursing
Must be in good standing

Preferences

Preference given to Howard County resident
Preference given to a First Generation student

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Mid America Beverage Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Mid America Beverage, Inc. established this scholarship in 2015 for Kokomo Service Area students ASAP students.

Offered By

Mid America Beverage

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton county
Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Enrolled in the Associate Accelerated Program (ASAP)
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Submit an essay

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Mike Bolinger Memorial Endowed Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

This scholarship was created in 2015 in memory of Mike Bolinger by his wife, Lynne. Mike was a Kokomo area attorney who also was an Ivy Tech instructor. Mike truly loved teaching and loved his students. Mike's mother and siblings have ensured this scholarship will honor Mike into perpetuity.

Offered By

Lynne Bolinger and family of Mike Bolinger

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton county
Must be in the Associate Accelerated Program (ASAP)
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Submit an essay

Preferences

Preference given to Howard County resident

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Mike Culver Memorial Scholarship

Amount $400

Period Open

Mike Culver joined Ivy Tech in June 2010 and served our students as an outstanding employee until his untimely death in May 2020. His roles included adult basic education instructor, assistant director of admissions at the Peru Campus, associate director of student support and development and student advisor a the Wabash Campus and academic advisor at the Kokomo Campus.

Offered By

Friends and Family of Mike Culver

Award

$400

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Full-Time student
Minimum 24 credit hours completed
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Seeking a Technical Certificate, Associate Degree, or Associate Degree of Applied Science in the school of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering, and Applied Sciences

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Neel Family Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

The Neel Family Scholarship was established in 2015 by Jean Neel who was the first female appointed to the position of VP for Haynes International Inc. Jean is proud of the fact that she began her education at a community college. She established this scholarship as she never forgot those who helped her, “When I first started college I needed all the money I could scrape up. There was a local family that started a scholarship that was awarded to a local student. I received it and it helped me pay for my books and fees. This is my way of expressing gratitude for those who have helped me.”

Offered By

Jean Neel

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton county
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Minimum of 30 credit hours completed
Submit an essay

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Patsy Daily Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

The Patsy Daily Scholarship is for students seeking a degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education.

Offered By

Chris and Stacy Daily

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton county
Enrolled in the Education program
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Must be at least 25 years old
Submit an essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Pay it Forward Endowed Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

The Pay it Forward Scholarship was established by Robert Mullen and Dianna Delgado in 2013. They believe in the concept of "paying it forward" to others in the hopes that the recipient of their kindness will in turn assist others when able.

Offered By

Robert Mullen and Dianna Delgado

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend the Kokomo Campus
Full-Time student
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Minimum 24 credit hours completed
Submit an essay

Preferences

Preference given to Howard County residents

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Peggy Hanes Memorial Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

This scholarship was created in memory of Peggy Hanes, a former Ivy Tech - Kokomo employee.

Offered By

Friends of family of Peggy Hanes

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton counties
Submit an essay
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Working on first degree with Ivy Tech

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Peru Rotary Club Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

Established by the Peru Rotary Club, this scholarship is for Miami County residents.

Offered By

Peru Rotary Club

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Miami County
Minimum GPA 2.5
Submit an essay

Preferences

Preference given to a student 25 years of age or older
Preference given to a past recipient of this scholarship who continues to meet the requirements

Recipient Responsibilities

Recipient must attend a Peru Rotary Club meeting to receive the scholarship

Recipient must agree to be recognized through all media outlets to promote the scholarship opportunity

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

RD Filip Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

This scholarship was created in 2015 by the RD Filip company for students that reside in Howard County.

Offered By

RD Filip Inc

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Howard County
Minimum GPA 3.0
Minimum 30 credit hours completed
Submit an essay
Must demonstrate financial need

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

REALTORS Association of Central Indiana Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Established in 2009 by the REALTORS Association of Central Indiana (RACI) for students attending either the Kokomo or Marion campuses.

Offered By

REALTORS Association of Central Indiana

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus or Marion Ivy Tech campus
Resident of Carroll, Cass, Grant, Howard, Miami or Tipton counties
Part time or full time students (part time must have completed at least 6 credit hours)
Minimum GPA 2.0

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Rebecca Baum Technology Scholarship

Amount $750

Period Open

Rebecca Baum established this scholarship because she believes in the power of education and wants to support students pursuing certifications, technical certificates and/or associate degrees in technology that prepare them to enter the workforce.

Offered By

Rebecca Baum

Award

$750

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Enrolled in a program within the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering and Applied Sciences
Seeking a Certificate, Technical Certificate, and or Associate Degree
Minimum of 12 credit hours completed
MInimum GPA 2.5
Submit an essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Rex Veach Memorial Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

This scholarship was created as a memorial to Rex Veach, owner of Moon Fabricating. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist welding students continue and finish their education in a timely fashion.

Offered By

Moon Fabricating

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Pursuing a an Associate Degree or Technical Certificate in MIG Welding
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Submit an essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Ross & Mary Jackson & Nell Smith Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Established in 2016 by Rita Jackson in memory of her grandparents, Ross & Mary Jackson and her aunt, Nell Smith. Scholarship is for ASAP students.

Offered By

Rita Jackson

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton county
Enrolled in the Associate Accelerated Program (ASAP)
Submit an essay
Demonstrate financial need

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Scott and Cheryl Maple Family Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

Scott and Cheryl Maple believe that Ivy Tech is a critical component of a successful community. They have put their time, talent, and treasure into supporting the College and its students. Both are very passionate about the mission of Ivy Tech. Cheryl retired from Ivy Tech after serving as a nurse educator and Scott has served as an agriculture instructor and on a variety of committees. Their faith and passion for education led them to establish this scholarship to assist nursing and agriculture students on their journey to earn a degree.

Offered By

Scott and Cheryl Maple

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Area campus
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton county
Pursuing a credential in Agriculture or Nursing
Minimum 18 credit hours completed
Minimum 3.0 GPA

Preferences

Preference given to a resident of Howard County and/or have completed the general essay

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Security Federal Savings Bank Endowed Scholarship

Amount $1,000

Period Open

This scholarship was established in 2017 by Security Federal Savings Bank for Kokomo Service Area students from Carroll, Cass, Howard or Tippecanoe Counties.

Offered By

Security Federal Savings Bank

Award

$1,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Carroll, Cass, Howard or Tippecanoe counties
Pursuing a degree in Business Adminsitration
Submit an essay
Minimum 15 credit hours completed
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Demonstrate Financial need

Preferences

Preference given to residents of Cass County

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

St. Vincent Kokomo Nursing Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

St. Vincent Kokomo, now known as Ascension St. Vincent, created this scholarship in 2015 for students pursing an Associate in Nursing.

Offered By

St. Vincent Kokomo

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton county
Enrolled/Accepted into the Nursing Program
Minimum 2.6 GPA
Minimum 13 credit hours completed
Submit an essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Student Government Association (SGA) Legacy Scholarship - Kokomo

Amount $500

Period Open

Established by the Student Government Association in 2022 to encourage students to get involved in student organizations on campus.

Offered By

Student Government Association (SGA) of Kokomo

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Full Time Student
Minimum 2.5 GPA

Preferences

Preference given to a student who is a member of a campus student organization.

Preference given to students who complete a general essay

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Bookstore Fees

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Suzanne B. and Richard E. Belcher Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

Established in 2016, the Suzanne B. and Richard E. Belcher Scholarship benefits Fulton County students attending a Kokomo Region Campus or Instructional Site. The Belchers, long-time residents of Fulton County, value education at all levels. Suzanne worked in the Fulton County Schools as a speech pathologist for many years. Richard serves as a Regional Trustee for Ivy Tech Community College.

Offered By

Suzanne B. and Richard E. Belcher

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Fulton County
Demonstrate Financial need
Submit an essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Sycamore Recreation Association Scholarship

Amount $2,000

Period Open

This scholarship was created in 2003 by the Sycamore Recreation Association with proceeds from the sale of Delco Park in Kokomo.

Offered By

Sycamore Recreation Association

Award

$2,000

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Must be in good standing
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton county
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Must complete the FASFA
Must complete the general essay
Must be pursuing an Associate Degree or Technical Certificate

Preferences

Preference given to a student who demonstrates community service

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Teresa F. Glazier Memorial Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

In memory of Teresa F. Glazier and in cooperation with Ivy Tech Foundation, Ivy Tech Kokomo is offering this scholarship award.

Offered By

Family and friends in memory of Teresa F. Glazier

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Must have completed assessment and be currently placed into ENGL 111 cohort
Must currently be enrolled for the next semester in the ENGL 111 cohort
Minimum 2.0 GPA

Preferences

*One time award

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

The Andersons, Inc. Agriculture Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

This scholarship was created by The Andersons, Inc. to benefit Agriculture students.

Offered By

The Andersons, Inc.

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Enrolled in the Agriculture Program
Minimum 2.0 GPA

Preferences

Preference given to a student who has completed 12 credit hours or more

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

The Wyman Group Community Service Scholarship

Amount $500

Period Open

The Wyman Group Community Service Scholarship is for students graduating from a Howard County or Tipton County high school and attending Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo. The Wyman Group proudly offers this unique scholarship for those students who have a passion for their community and serving others, with the intention of supporting and encouraging community service and leadership. The Wyman Group is a full service, professional real estate company serving clients in Kokomo, Tipton, and surrounding areas.

Offered By

The Wyman Group

Award

$500

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Howard or Tipton counties
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Submit an essay

Preferences

Preference given to a student demonstrating positive community impact through leadership roles, community service and volunteer work.

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Tyson Foods Scholarship

Amount $250

Period Open

Created by Tyson Foods to assist Ivy Tech students living in Cass County.

Offered By

Tyson Foods

Award

$250

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Resident of Cass County
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Demonstrate financial need
Submit an essay

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you leter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

Will Stonestreet Technology Endowed Scholarship

Amount $400

Period Open

This scholarship was created by the family and friends of William P. Stonestreet II. Will was a Northwestern High School Senior and an Ivy Tech student enrolled in the Integrated Technology Education Program in Advanced Manufacturing. Sadly, Will died in an automobile accident on November 11, 2017.

Offered By

Family and friends of Will Stonestreet

Award

$400

Eligibility Requirements

Attend a Kokomo Service Area campus
Enrolled in the Industrial Technology program
Resident of Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami, or Tipton county
Minimum 12 credit hours completed
Minimum 2.0 GPA

Preferences

Preference given to a resident of Howard County

Recipient Responsibilities

Thank you letter

How Award can be used

Tuition
Fees (Non-specific)
Textbooks

Application Period

Open

Questions

Contact our Financial Aid team at kokomo-finaid@ivytech.edu or 765-252-5571.

Details

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