Scholarships

Indiana Tech offers a wide variety of scholarships, many of which have been established by our generous alumni. Most of them require no additional application forms — just apply for admission and file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Our office can give you a full list of Indiana Tech scholarships, but here are several that you should definitely know about.

Presidential Scholarship

Indiana Tech values leaders within communities and would like to recognize students who exhibit leadership potential while demonstrating the core values of the university. The Presidential Scholarship will recognize students for their achievements and encourage them to grow in their leadership abilities.

This is a full tuition scholarship.

Ideal candidates will have concrete examples of how they have led within their communities. Candidates should have an attitude of continuous improvement and seek to improve their leadership abilities while helping others. To encourage this, the university will require recipients of this scholarship to complete yearly leadership projects within the campus or local community.

In selecting recipients of the Presidential Scholarship, preference may be given to candidates who have established contributions within the Fort Wayne community, especially within the East Central neighborhood.

Recommended selection criteria

For incoming freshmen:

3.0 GPA or higher (on a 4.0 point scale)
1100 SAT (combined math and critical reading) or 24 ACT composite
Acceptance to Indiana Tech

For transfer students:

Would have qualified for the scholarship upon graduating high school
Maintain a 3.0 GPA at their previous institution

Application process

The application process must be completed by March 15, 2013. To apply, you must complete:

An essay outlining how you have demonstrated leadership. The essay should be no more than two pages.
A professional résumé demonstrating key accomplishments and contributions.
A recommendation from a non-relative about how you demonstrate one of Indiana Tech’s core values: respect, commitment, honesty, passion, or integrity.
Interview, if deemed necessary.

Additional requirements

Applicants must complete the FAFSA and meet financial aid deadlines each year to be awarded the scholarship.
Deposits must be made by May 1.
Applicants who fail to complete leadership projects may not be awarded the scholarship in subsequent years.
Presidential Scholars must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0. If the GPA is lower than 3.0 for two consecutive semesters, the student’s scholarship will be eliminated. However, if the student raises the GPA to the accepted level, the scholarship may be restored.
Only U.S. citizens/permanent residents will be considered for this scholarship.

Please be sure you read the application process and rules. For more information, contact the financial aid office at 800.937.2448, ext. 2342 or at financialaid@indianatech.edu.

Engineering & Computer Sciences Scholarship

The Indiana Tech Engineering & Computer Sciences Scholarship awards up to $13,000 in scholarships every year. This scholarship is open to students pursuing a bachelor's degree with engineering and computer sciences majors.

Requirements

For incoming freshmen:

3.0 GPA
1100 SAT (combined math and critical reading) or 24 ACT composite
Acceptance to Indiana Tech

For transfer students:

3.0 GPA at your previous college
1100 SAT (combined math and critical reading) or 24 ACT composite
Acceptance to Indiana Tech

For more information, contact the financial aid office at 800.937.2448, ext. 2342 or at financialaid@indianatech.edu.

Additional Requirements:

Only U.S. citizens/permanent residents will be considered for this scholarship.

International Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to international students based on academic performance from previous educational institutions. The maximum award amount a student can receive is $11,000 USD each year. An international student must be accepted to Indiana Tech before the scholarship can be awarded.

For more information, please contact Haley Daignault.

Outside Scholarships

Related web sites

FastWeb

Scholarship America

Questa Foundation

There are numerous sources of scholarships beyond those offered by Indiana Tech. We have provided a few links that can help you find those scholarships, as well as some information on a few we've been made aware of recently.

Computer Science and Computer Engineering Degrees

Undergraduate Academic Award

A $1,000 academic award given to a student pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Areas of study that will be considered include computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, database management, computer networking, computer programming and information technology management. More information

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Degrees

Undergraduate Academic Award

A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing any associate or bachelor degree program emphasizing Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement. Areas of study that will be considered include criminal justice, law enforcement, homeland security, sociology with law/criminal emphasis, corrections, computer forensics, and forensic psychology, among others. More information

Liberal Arts and General Studies Degrees

Undergraduate Academic Award

A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing an associate or bachelor degree program emphasizing Liberal Arts, General Studies, or Humanities. More information

Hispanic College Fund Scholarship Program

Applications are currently available for multiple scholarships under the Hispanic College Fund Scholarship Program. Applicants for these scholarships must:

be Hispanic
maintain a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
currently reside in the U.S. or Puerto Rico
be a current or rising undergraduate attending a college or university in the fall in either the U.S. or Puerto Rico
demonstrate financial need

Scholarship programs, as well as the applications, can be found on the Hispanic College Fund web site. Application receipt dates vary by scholarship.

The Sallie Mae 911 Education Fund

The Sallie Mae 911 Education Fund was created in response to the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. The scholarship program is open to children of those who were killed or permanently disabled as a result of the terrorist attacks, and who are enrolled as full-time undergraduates at approved, accredited institutions. Scholarship awards of up to $2,500 per applicant, per school year, are available and may be renewed on an annual basis, subject to satisfactory academic progress. For application information, visit The Sallie Mae web site.

Charter One Scholarship Search

Use Charter One's online search engine to find scholarships for students like you. Our scholarship search function is a nationwide database of need - and merit-based scholarships. Search more than 1.68 million awards totaling $7.69 billion annually.

More information is available on the Charter One web site.

Campus Explorer Exclusive Scholarship

The Campus Explorer Exclusive Scholarship is a monthly $1,000 giveaway, designed to help students pay for their higher-education expenses. Every month, Campus Explorer will announce a new scholarship - and a new way to win. A winner will be randomly selected from the entrants.

The contest is open to legal residents of the United States and the District of Columbia who are at least 16 years old at the time of entry.

For more information, visit the Campus Explorer web site.

The Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne Scholarship Opportunities

The Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne (CFGFW) has released their 2013-2014 scholarship opportunities. There are over 50 scholarship opportunities available this year from CFGFW. To learn more or apply for a scholarship, please visit the CFGFW website.

Fort Wayne Central High School Alumni Association Scholarship

The Fort Wayne Central High School (FWCHS) Alumni Association is awarding two scholarships for descendents of a Fort Wayne Central High School graduate. Both scholarships require that the applicants are related to a member of the FWCHS Alumni Association.

The FWCHS Alumni Scholarship ($500/up to 5 awarded per year) is for students entering their first or second year of higher education. The Dr. Patty Martone Education scholarship ($1000/1 awarded per year) is for a third year student pursuing a degree in Education. Both awards are one-time scholarships and cannot be renewed on an annual basis. Applications are due Monday, April 29, 2013. For more information on these scholarships, please contact the Central High School Alumni Association through the Anthis Career Center Office by calling 260-467-1005.

U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Indiana Chapter, Northeast Branch Scholarship

The Northeast Branch of the USGBC Indiana Chapter has established a scholarship to further the mission of the USGBC Indiana Chapter by supporting a student who shows promise and leadership in the area of sustainable building design, engineering, and construction. Applicants shall be pursuing an undergraduate degree, majoring in a building design, engineering, or construction related subject, and attending a college or university in Northeast Indiana. The amount of the award shall be $1,000. Applications are due no later than March, 15, 2013. Questions regarding the requirements or application process may be directed to the USGBC Indiana Chapter Northeast Branch at northeast@usgbc-in.org.

Legacy for Health "Dr. Alma S. Adams Scholarship"

Legacy for Health is pleased to announce the "Dr. Alma S. Adams Scholarship for Outreach and Health Communications to Reduce Tobacco Use Among Priority Populations". Two scholarships are available in the amount of $5000 each. Please visit Legacy's scholarship website for more information or to apply for this scholarship.

Indiana Sheriffs' Association Scholarship

The Indiana Sheriffs' Association Scholarship fund was established for the purpose to provide college scholarships to qualified students who are committed to pursuing an education and career in the law enforcement field.

General qualifications for applicants are: to be an active affiliate or associate member of the Indiana Sheriffs' Association or a dependent child or grandchild of an active affiliate or associate member of the association, be an Indiana resident, attend an Indiana College or University, major in a law enforcement field and enroll as a full-time student (12 hours).

Applications are available through the Financial Aid office. All applications must be typed or hand printed neatly, completed in full, and returned BEFORE April 1, 2013 to: Indiana Sheriffs' Association; 147 East Maryland Street; Indianapolis, IN 46204-3608.

Friends of Colombia Society

The "Sociedad Amigos de Colombia" (SADCO/Friends of Colombia Society) is pleased to announce their academic scholarship program for 2013-2014. There are 18 NEED BASED scholarships available in the amount of $2000 each. For more information about these scholarships or to apply, please visit the Friends of Colombia Society website. Applications are due no later than April 20, 2013.

ICI Indiana CPA Society Scholarship

Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI) will award, on behalf of the Indiana CPA Educational Foundation, INC., three (3) $1000 scholarships to students who qualify. Applicants must meet the following criteria to apply:

Student must be a resident of Indiana, attending an ICI member institution, pursuing accounting studies and classes that will lead to a major in accounting or its equivalent, with a career interest in the accounting and finance field.
Student must be in good standing at his/her college/university and be on target to graduate no later than the final semester of the 2014-2015 academic year.

Applications are due to ICI by 4:30pm, Friday, April 19, 2013. For more information about this scholarship, or to apply, please visit the ICI Indiana CPA Scholarship website.

ICI H. Kent Weldon Scholarship

Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI) will award two (2) $500 scholarships on behalf of the H. Kent Weldon Scholarship Program. The scholarship will support undergraduate students enrolled in either a four-year private, independent or state-supported public Indiana college or university.

Students who meet the program guidelines should apply. The guidelines are:

student must be a resident of the State of Indiana
be a either a junior or senior in the 2013-14 academic year
be eligible for either (or both) a Federal Pell Grant or need-based grant from the State Student Assistance Commission of Indiana
be in good academic standing at his or her college.

Interested students should print, complete and mail the completed application to the listed address no later than April 19, 2013.

ISHHRA Paul W. Guy Scholarship

The Indiana Society of Healthcare Human Resources Administration (ISHHRA) is seeking applications for their $1000 Paul W. Guy memorial scholarship. The scholarship provides financial assistance to further the education and training of students in the field of human resources management.

Applicants should meet the following guidelines: be a full time or part time junior, senior or graduate student registered in an accredited Indiana college or university; be a resident of Indiana at the time of entry into the college or university; and be majoring in human resource management, industrial relations or business administration with a human resources management concentration.

Recipient(s) are selected based upon scholastic achievement; school, community and work activities; and student's statement of career goals and reasons for choosing a career in human resources management. To apply, interested students should request an application from the financial aid office. Applications are due May 31, 2013.

Operating in Excellence Scholarship (NSBE)

This scholarship was established to support the financial need of a National Society of Black Engineers member. It will ensure the academic development of NSBE members by financially supporting their higher education goals. The mission to increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community inspired the group to establish this scholarship.

Students must be current NSBE members PCI, collegiate, or alumni. Members must be in good standing nationally. Recipients must also be active community members (not restricted to the Fort Wayne community). Recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA and express financial need. The award is nonrenewable and is to be used toward tuition/housing costs. Applications should be submitted to the Financial Aid Office, on the first floor of the Abbott Building.