Larry A. Kissel Memorial Scholarship
Annual scholarship created by John and Phyllis Kissel in memory of their son, who died in a 1995 train accident. The award recognizes, rewards and encourages academic perseverance.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors or graduates of any Gibson County high school planning to attend an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or technical school.
Selection Criteria
Supplemental Requirements
Essay: Statement of Perseverance (not to exceed two typewritten double-spaced pages) describing the challenges faced in order to pursue aspirations and educational goals and describing successes at overcoming cultural, health and domestic obstacles.
Documentation of enrollment as a sophomore, junior or senior at a Purdue University campus.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.
Award Amount
$2,540
Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight
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