Scholarships

Scholarships Specific to the Columbus Service Area

Family Self-Sufficiency

Eligibility:

May be degree/certificate student or may be enrolled on a "courses only" basis

Anthony Moravec Scholarship

 This scholarship was established By Anthony Moravec to recruit and retain students pursuing a technology/manufacturing or agriculture-related career or a post-secondary degree related to technology/manufacturing or agriculture. Home campus-Columbus.

 Eligibility:

Degree declared

Full or Part-time student, minimum of 6 hours

New or current student

Minimum GPA 2.5

Financial need considered, but not required

Academic achievement, extracurricular activities and honors considered

Brooke E Tuttle Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Brooke E Tuttle to honor his work in education and community service. Designed to recruit and retain students pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering (MET).

Eligibility:

Degree declared

Full or Part-time student

New or Current student

Minimum GPA 3.0

Financial need considered but not required

Columbus Development Endowed Scholarship

An endowed scholarship fund established by the Regional Development Council to support Ivy Tech students in their pursuit of higher education and improved job skills.

Eligibility:

May be new or current student

Financial need

Power of ONE Scholarship

Created and supported by the employees of Ivy Tech Community College-Columbus Campus.

 Eligibility:

Minimum GPA of 2.0 or be a high school graduate

Financial need

Seymour Rotary Scholarship

Established by Seymour Rotary Club to provide financial assistance to Seymour area students in order that they may attain the educational goal being pursued.

Eligibility:

Degree or Technical Certificate declared student

Completed one-half of degree or certificate requirements

First preference to students who attend the Jackson County Learning Center; second preference given to Seymour area residents

Financial need

Must submit names and phone numbers of three references

Custer Foundation Scholarship

Established in memory of Clarence E. and Inez R. Custer. This scholarship assists students whose financial needs cannot be met through traditional sources of financial aid. Nursing students preferred.

Eligibility:

Degree declared student

Completed 12 credit hours of program

Minimum GPA of 2.50

Financial need

Community Education Coalition (CEC) Scholarship

The scholarship is established by the Columbus Learning Center and the Community Education Coalition to provide financial assistance to students seeking a degree and having a financial need.

 Eligibility:

Degree declared student

Completed 12 credit hours of program

Minimum GPA of 2.0

Financial need

Jodi and Mike Engelstad Nursing Scholarship

Established by Jodi and Mike Engelstad to provide aid to students in either the Nursing (A.S.N.) or Practical Nursing Programs.

Eligibility:

Pursuing a Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing degree

Minimum GPA 2.0

Successfully completed one semester in program

Financial need

Eloise T. Lewis Nursing Scholarship

Established to provide financial assistance to students in either the LPN-RN/ASN or RN/ ASN programs.

Eligibility:

Must be pursuing a Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing or Associate of Science degree in Nursing

Must have successfully completed one semester in program

Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher

Must demonstrate financial need

Faurecia Scholarship

 This scholarship was established by Faurecia to support students enrolled in the Technology or Engineering related programs.

Eligibility:

Degree declared in a Technology program

Completed 12 hours of program

Minimum GPA of 2.5

Financial need

Rose Barnes Memorial Scholarship

Established by the Business Division faculty in memory of Professor Rose Barnes, this endowed scholarship was supported by family and friends, to encourage students to attain their educational goals. 

 Eligibility:

Registered full-time

Enrolled in Office Administration

Pursuing degree or Technical Certificate

Completed one semester

Minimum GPA of 2.5

Marjorie & Orphie Bridges Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the late Marjorie and Orphie Bridges to support vocational education students who do not qualify for sufficient assistance through other traditional sources of scholarship support.

Eligibility:

Enrolled in 6 credit hours of class

Bartholomew County resident

Must demonstrate through grades & activities intentions to excel

Financial need

Ivy Tech Board of Trustees Scholarship

An endowed scholarship fund established by the Regional Board of Trustees to support Ivy Tech students in their pursuit of higher education and improved job skills.

 Eligibility:

May be new or current student

Financial need

Futures Unlimited Scholarship

Established to help first-time Ivy Tech students achieve their education goals and gain skills needed to succeed in the workplace. Special Preference given to: 1) displaced homemakers; 2) displaced workers; 3) minorities; and 4) recipients of public assistance.

Eligibility:

First-time college student

Financial need

Patricia Gosnell Bush and R. Benjamin Bush Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Patricia Gosnell Bush and R. Benjamin Bush in memory of Edythe and Max Gosnell. The scholarship is intended to help a Bartholomew County student enrolled in the Practical Nursing program or the Associate of Science in Nursing program.

 Eligibility:

Financial need

Resident of Bartholomew County

Pursuing either Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing degree

Successfully completed one semester in PNU or ASN program

P.E.O. Sisterhood - BM Chapter Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship is established to provide financial assistance to students in either the Practical Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing Programs.

 Eligibility:

Degree declared Practical Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing student

Must be a Bartholomew County resident

Financial need

Pitt Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship fund was established by Carolyn Pitt, originally in honor of, and now in memory of her parents,  Frank and Gladys Pitt, who valued the professional benefit and personal satisfaction gained through education.

 Eligibility:

Degree declared student

Completed one semester

Minimum GPA of 2.50

Must reflect a seriousness of purpose as related to both academic and career goals in program area.

Swain/Allred Endowed Scholarship

Established by Franklin and Ella Swain as a tribute to their daughter, Susan Swain Allred, the scholarship provides financial assistance to deserving students.

 Eligibility:

Completed one semester

Cumulative GPA 2.5

Financial need

Franklin and Ella Swain Endowed Scholarship

This endowed scholarship fund was established as a tribute to the donor's home community of Columbus. This scholarship assists students in developing to their full potential, which contributes to a well-trained workforce.

 Eligibility:

Completed one semester

Minimum GPA of 2.00

Must demonstrate through grades and activities intentions to excel

Hazel Teegarden Memorial Scholarship

Established as a memorial to Hazel Teegarden, who valued education, to support students as they expand their education goals.

 Eligibility:

Degree declared student

Completed one semester

Preference given to a Nursing Student

Minimum GPA of 2.50

Financial need

Kent Witte and Stacy Ford Walters Scholarship in Memory of Shannon Ford

This scholarship was created by the donors in memory of Shannon Ford to provide financial support and incentive for Ivy Tech students. 

 Eligibility:

Degree declared student

Completed one semester

Minimum GPA of 2.50

Financial need

Must demonstrate through grades and activities intentions to excel

Columbus Sunrise Rotary Club/Thor Bogren Memorial Scholarship

PURPOSE: In memory of charter member and past president, Dr.

Thor Bogren, Jr. who exemplified the Rotary International’s motto of SERVICE ABOVE SELF.

AMOUNT: Awarded in Fall ($750.00) and Spring ($750) -$1,500 total. One recipient   

FUNDING SOURCE: Columbus Sunrise Rotary Club

ELIGIBILITY: Ivy Tech student in any program

Bartholomew County high school graduate or resident of Bartholomew County

2.5 or greater GPA requirement

Enrolled in 9 credit hours or above

Financial needs based

Volunteer and extracurricular activities preferred

Recommendations preferred

Recipient must attend a Columbus Sunrise Rotary Club meeting

SELECTION: The Ivy Tech Columbus Scholarship Committee will choose one recipient from the applicants.

SCHOLARSHIP USE: The scholarship will support a student with financial need to continue his/her education at Ivy Tech Community College.  The scholarship will be paid directly to the educational institution and may be used for tuition, books and fees only.

Paul E. and Marilyn S. Hogan Scholarship

This scholarship was established to support Columbus Region students with financial assistance in pursuing post-secondary education.

Eligibility:

Full-time or Part-Time student with no designated program determined

Minim GPA of 2.5, no grade lower than a C

New Student and or existing student

Harvey S. Poling, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship, held by the Ivy Tech Foundation, is 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.

Awards are for tuition, fees, books, and expenses.

Eligibility:

Completed half of program of study

Minimum GPA of 3.00

Financial need

Graphic Design Scholarship

Established by Dick & Margot Cain to provide financial assistance to deserving students with exceptional talent in the Graphic Design Program.

 Eligibility:

Must have completed at least 2 semesters

Must be enrolled in the Graphic Design Program

Must demonstrate financial need

Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher

Full-time and part-time students are eligible

Photography Scholarship

Established to provide financial assistance and to recognize a photography student with exceptional talent.

 Eligibility:

Degree declared photo student

Completed two semesters in photography program

Minimum GPA of 2.5

Financial need

Douglas E. Blankenship Scholarship for Photography

The scholarship was established by Laurey Blankenship, a graduate of the Graphic Design Program, as a memorial to her late husband Douglas E. Blankenship, a student with great talent in the Photography Program who died before being able to graduate. This scholarship is to help other photography students achieve the same dreams he had. Applicants must present work before a jury in Spring.

 Eligibility:

Degree declared Photography student

Cumulative minimum GPA of 2.50

Financial need

Successfully completed one semester in Photography Program

Must present work before jury in Spring

Michael Price Scholarship

This endowed scholarship was established in memory of Michael Price, a gifted Ivy Tech Graphic Design student, by the parents, family and friends of Michael. The scholarship enables students to complete their educational objectives and begin careers in graphic design. Only advanced students in Graphic Design are eligible to receive awards.

 Eligibility:

Degree declared Graphic Design student

Completed one-half of degree requirements

Minimum GPA of 2.50

Must have exceptional talent

Financial need considered but not required

Must present work before jury in Spring

Peter A. and Anna I. Massa Memorial Scholarship

Established by two Ivy Tech employees as a memorial to Peter A. and Anna I. Massa, grandparents of one of the employees, to help students in Accounting or Business Administration programs achieve their dreams.

 Eligibility:

Full-time Accounting or Business Administration student at Columbus campus

Minimum GPA 3.0 with no grade lower than C

Successfully completed minimum 24 program related credit hours when receive scholarship

Satisfactorily completed ACC 102 (Accounting program) or BUS 105 or MKT 101 (Business Administration program)

Borgman Family Farms Scholarship

 This scholarship was established by Kevin Borgman, a 2014 graduate of the Ivy Tech Columbus Agriculture program, to honor his parents, Paul and Jenet Borgman, in an effort to ‘give back’ to other students pursuing the same degree program.

 Eligibility:

Pursuit of an Agriculture Degree

Completed 24 hours in the program

GPA of 3.0

Residency in Bartholomew, Jackson or Jennings County

 Boyer Machine & Tool Scholarship

 The Boyer Machine & Tool Co., Inc., will provide financial assistance to students pursuing Advanced Manufacturing and Pre-Engineering degrees. 

 Eligibility:

Must be degree declared

May be a full or part-time student

Completed at least one semester in Advanced Manufacturing or Pre-Engineering declared program.

Does not have to demonstrate financial need

Must be a United States citizen and a resident of Bartholomew County

Minimum GPA of 2.5

Jennings County Scholarship

 This scholarship was established to provide students from Jennings County with financial assistance in pursuing post-secondary education.

Eligibility:

May be full or part-time student

Preference given to Jennings County Student

Does not have to demonstrate financial need

Paul and Jenet Middendorf-Borgman Scholarship

 This scholarship was established by Kevin Borgman, a 2014 graduate of the Ivy Tech Columbus Agriculture program, to honor his parents, Paul and Jenet Borgman, in an effort to ‘give back’ to other students pursuing the same degree program.

 Eligibility:

Pursuit of an Agriculture Degree

Completed 24 hours in the program

GPA of 3.0

Residency in Bartholomew, Jackson or Jennings County

Phyllis A. Borgman-DeLap

 This scholarship honors the memory of Phyllis A. Borgman-DeLap. It is intended to help students financially in order that they may pursue and achieve their career goals. Tuition comes first, but the donor wishes for the student to be able to use it for books, childcare and other expenses that can be barriers to pursuing further education.

Eligibility:
May be full or part-time student. 

Preference given to residents within the Lincoln-Central Neighborhood and who demonstrate financial need.

GPA of at least 2.5

Taylor Bros. Construction Scholarship

 This scholarship is established to recruit and retain students attending Ivy Tech Community College with preference given to students pursuing a Design Technology degree, a Business Technology degree or Information Technology degree.

Eligibility:

Maybe full or part-time student

Minimum GPA of 3.0

Walter C. and Elizabeth R. Nugent Scholarship

This scholarship was established as a memorial and tribute to Elizabeth R. Nugent.

Eligibility:

Must be degree-declared Practical Nursing student.

Minimum GPA of 2.0.

Farm Credit Mid-America Agriculture Scholarship

The Farm Credit Mid-America scholarship will be awarded to a student pursuing an Associate's degree in Agriculture. enrolled in at least 6 credit hours and witha GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Eligibility:

Student must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours

Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher

Five For $5 Scholarship

Created by Columbus campus employees as part of an employee campaign-Jeans Fundraiser. 

Eligibility:

Preference given to current students vs. new students.

Student must be fulltime

Minimum GPA of 2.0 or higher

Frank and Ella Swain Endowed Scholarship

This endowed scholarship fund was established as a tribute to the donor's home community of Columbus. This scholarship assists students in developing to their full potential, which contributes to a well-trained workforce.

 Eligibility:

 Student must have completed 12 credit hours in degree declared program

May be full or part-time student

2.0 GPA or higher

Gene Haas

The Gene Haas Foundation’s goals are to introduce students to careers in machine technology and manufacturing.  Gene Haas is founder and president of Haas Automation, a CNC machine tool manufacturer.  He has a passion for revitalizing the manufacturing industry in our country and has invested millions in educational projects throughout the years.  
This scholarship is to be given to students currently enrolled-in or will be enrolling-in a machining-based training and/or engineering program at the postsecondary level or the costs of attending CNC machining classes at a secondary level career center.  The scholarship can also apply to NIMS certifications. 

 Eligibility:

Maybe full or part-time student

2.0 GPA or higher

Honda Manufacturing of Indiana Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is established to assist in recruiting and retaining students pursuing a technology/manufacturing-related career or a post-secondary degree related to technology/manufacturing. 

Eligibility:

Maybe full or part-time student

Degree declared in technology/manufacturing

2.5 GPA or higher

Early Childhood Education Scholarship

The ECED scholarship fund provides financial assistance to ECED students pursuing their educational goals through the Early Childhood Education Program at Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana.  Scholarship funds may be apportioned to cover costs associated with ECED tuition and fees linked to courses included in CDA Process Certification, other ECED certficates and any other coursework included in the ECED degree programs at Ivy Tech. 

Eligibility:

Preference will be given to applicants who do not currently receive financial assistance

Minimum 2.5 GPA or greater

Student may be full or part-time

The African American Fund Scholarship

The African American Fund Scholarship is a renewable $1,000 award, per academic year, available for an incoming African American freshman. The scholarship is funded by the African American Fund of Bartholomew County whose purpose is to inspire and equip people of this d: Leadership Development, Health Awareness, Arts and Culture, Economic/Career Development and Education.

Applications must be submitted to the Foundation by May 29th, of the current academic year, for funding beginning in fall, of the next academic year.

Requirements and Description:

• Applicant is an incoming Ivy Tech Community College first-year (freshman) student.
• Applicant must be admitted as a student by Ivy Tech Community College no later than May 29, of the current academic year, with the intent to pursue an associates degree.
• Applicant must be enrolled as full-time student at Ivy Tech Community College by July 31, of the current academic year.
• Applicant must be residing in Bartholomew County, Indiana.
• The award is designated for African American students.
• $1000 paid in two payments - $500 paid in the fall semester and $500 paid in the spring semester.
• After initially receiving the scholarship, a recipient can seek renewal of the scholarship for a second academic (sophomore) year beyond the freshman year dependent upon academic performance.*
• The scholarship recipient will receive academic advisement from Ivy Tech Community College - Columbus staff and mentoring from professionals identified by the African American Fund.
*After the first academic year, GPA minimums will apply for freshmen students seeking to continue the scholarship into their sophomore year.

Joshua Conner Chasteen Scholarship

In memory of Joshua Conner Chasteen, who wanted to be a police officer.

Objective: To help a Hauser Jr./Sr. High School student with Ivy Tech tuition and/or books and supplies

Eligibility:
• Declared program of School of IT or Criminal Justice
• Full or Part time student
• New and Continuing students eligible
• Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester
• 3.0 GPA or above requirement
• MUST be a Hauser graduate.

Amount of Scholarship:
$1,000.00 annually

Award Schedule:

Disburse half in fall, half in spring

Terms/Scholarship Use:
Tuition/fees, book and/or supplies only

Larry Riss Information Technology Scholarship

To aid non-Pell Grant students in their pursuit of an IT degree. 

Eligibility:

• Declared program- Any of the current AAS IT degrees offered at the Columbus/Franklin service area. As of 2021, that would be Software Development, Cybersecurity/Information Assurance, IT Support and Network Infrastructure
• Student can be either part-time or full-time.
• Student can be Continuing or Returning student.
• The student should have a minimum of 30 credit hours already completed in the degree pathway.
• Minimum GPA requirement- 3.0
• Home campus must be the Columbus Service area.

Amount of Scholarship:  $500

Award Schedule:

• -Disburse half in fall, half in spring

Terms/Scholarship Use:

• The award can be used for tuition, fees, books or supplies through Ivy Tech only.
• After the student has graduated and started a job, we ask that the student make a monetary donation back to the scholarship fund to “pay it forward”. The Schmelz family will provide a letter to the student indicating this expectation.
• The student application will require a narrative of “Why they want to work in the IT industry and why they need the funds.” This doesn’t have to be long, but at least a couple of paragraphs on how they got to this point at Ivy Tech. 

All scholarships require a 2.5 GPA and a FAFSA on file unless otherwise noted in the description. Scholarships are applicable for students taking courses in Evansville, Tell City or Princeton unless otherwise noted in the description. Students can apply for scholarships by visiting their MyIvy page > Financial Aid > Scholarships.

ATTENTION ALL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS!

You may be eligible for a Merit Scholarship! These scholarships are based on a GPA of 2.5-4.0

You must:

• be a Core 40 Student
• file a FAFSA
• provide your Fall Semester Senior Year Transcript

These scholarships are renewable subject to academic performance and availability of funds.
To be considered, you must fill out this FORM.

How TO APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS

• Complete the free Ivy Tech application
• Submit the individual applications for any or all of the local scholarships for which you qualify
• Once you've been accepted, follow the scholarship application steps to apply for other scholarships not listed on this page. 
• Applications will open in academic year 2023-24 for all expired scholarships. 
• If you have questions, contact the Office of Financial Aid at th-finaid@ivytech.edu or 812-298-2293, or use our virtual on-demand service:

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Tell City Campus Retention Scholarship

Awarded to a degree seeking student taking at least six credit hours in the Fall Semester at the Ivy Tech Tell City Campus and enrolled in at least six credit hours for the Spring Semester. Scholarship awarded in Spring Semester only.

Ervin and Lelan Lautner Memorial Scholarship

Two $5,000 (maximum) scholarships will be awarded in the Spring of 2020

• One scholarship to a Tell City High School graduate, and
• One scholarship to a Perry Central High School graduate.

Each scholarship covers courses at Ivy Tech campuses in Evansville and/or Tell City that lead to Certificate, Technical Certificate or Associate of Applied Science Degree in one of the following areas:

• Manufacturing, Production and Operations
• Advanced Automation and Robotics
• Industrial Technology (Mechanical, Electrical or Welding)
• Building Construction Technology or HVAC
• Healthcare Specialist (including Medical Assisting, Paramedic Science or Surgical Technology)
• Information Technology
• Automotive or Diesel Technology

The resources of each scholarship will be distributed over multiple semesters for a total award value of up to $5,000.  The scholarship funding priority is: 1) tuition and fees; 2) books only if tuition and fees are covered.

The scholarships expire 40 months after the initial award date or when the $5,000 limit is reached.

Scholarship award priority will be based on:

• Students completing Early College Pathway courses prior to high school graduation
• Students with financial need,
• Students with no near-term plans for transferring to a 4-year college

Other Scholarships Available

See even more scholarships that you can get through our Evansville full-service campus by selecting Evansville in the dropdown.

To apply for scholarships

• Complete the free Ivy Tech application
• Submit the individual applications for any or all of the local scholarships for which you qualify
• Applications will open again in academic year 2023-24 for all expired scholarships.
• Once you've been accepted, follow the scholarship application steps to apply for other scholarships not listed on this page. 

If you have questions, contact the Office of Financial Aid at th-finaid@ivytech.edu or 812-298-2293, or use our virtual on-demand service: