Legacy Scholarship
Annual scholarship created in 2010 by parents of students who were awarded the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduating high school seniors who have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 (4.0 scale), who are residents of Vanderburgh County, and who are planning to pursue post-secondary education at an accredited two- or four-year college or university in Indiana. The recipient of the Legacy Scholarship must be a first-generation college student whose parents (the applicant’s biological parents, adoptive parents, or legal guardians) have not attained a college degree (associate degree or higher).
Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on the applicant’s school activities and work history, motivation to attain personal goals, and difficulty of the applicant’s high school curriculum.
Supplemental Requirements
Essay describing aspirations and educational goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Official grade transcript.
Award Amount
$610
Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight
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We offer scholarships across a variety of fields, including academic achievement, community involvement, and financial need.
Eligibility varies by scholarship but generally includes local students pursuing post-secondary education or vocational training.
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