Scholarship Information
2017 - 2018
UPDATED: 04-19-18
Some applications you will apply Online at the website listed.
Applications are posted here to complete or print when possible.
Read all criteria and instructions carefully. Complete all requirements.
See Mrs. Kunda with questions.
DEADLINE SCHOLARSHIP
Various Deadlines Specific College Merit-Based Scholarships and Financial-Need Based Scholarships
***Check College Websites for their Criteria and Updated Deadlines***
Various Deadlines through February 15, 2018 National Co-op Scholarship Program
Award: Multiple Scholarships at eleven Co-op Institutions.
Senior applying to Partner Co-op College.
Info and Online Application: www.waceinc.org
November 27, 2017
Elks 2017 Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Award: up to $50,000 Scholarship. Senior. US Citizen.
Info and Online Application: www.elks.org/scholars
Application process may require students to submit some requested materials to their local lodge:
Dunkirk Elks Lodge #1776, PO Box 91, 1026 S. Main Street, Dunkirk, IN 47336
or to: Muncie Elks Lodge #245, 909 N County Rd. 500 W, Muncie, IN 47304
January 4, 2018
GE - Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Award: Renewable $10,000 Scholarship. Senior planning to enroll in 4 year college.
Looking for students with demonstrated Leadership, Drive, Integrity, Citizenship
Info and Online Application: www.reaganfoundation.org/GE-RFScholarships.aspx
January 8, 2018
Ruth Glaser Bryan Scholarship
Through First Merchants Private Wealth Advisors
Award: varies. Renewable.
Senior planning to major in Art or Art-related field. Cum GPA 6.5/12 or better.
21st Century Scholars are not eligible.
Delta High School may nominate 3 students to the Scholarship Selection Committee. Scholarship Info: https://www.firstmerchants.com/private-wealth-scholarships
Interested Seniors should submit a typed Resume to Mrs. Kunda by Jan. 8 at 3:00 PM.
Nominated Seniors will be notified so they may complete the online Application.
January 8, 2018
Mary K. Garr Scholarship
Through First Merchants Private Wealth Advisors
Award: varies. Senior who lives in Delaware County.
Demonstrated academic aptitude, character, and motivation.
Delta High School may nominate 5 students to the Scholarship Selection Committee.
Scholarship Info: https://www.firstmerchants.com/private-wealth-scholarships
Interested Seniors should submit a typed Resume to Mrs. Kunda by Jan. 8 at 3:00 PM.
Nominated Seniors will be notified so they may complete the online Application.
January 8, 2018
Dwight and Virginia Deen Schoeff Scholarship
Through First Merchants Private Wealth Advisors
Award: varies. Senior.
First preference given to students planning to major in Music Education.
Education majors and other major areas will also be considered.
Delta High School may nominate 1 student.
Scholarship Info: https://www.firstmerchants.com/private-wealth-scholarships
Interested Seniors should submit a typed Resume to Mrs. Kunda by Jan. 8 at 3:00 PM
Nominated Seniors will be notified so they may complete the online Application.
January 18, 2018
Ronald McDonald House Charities Central Indiana (RMHC) Scholarships
Award: up to 20 Scholarships of $5,000. Senior. Cum GPA of 7.1 / 12 or better.
Scholarship Info and Online Application:
https://www.rmhccin.org/what-we-do/scholarships
Frequently asked questions: FAQ Document
January 25, 2018
Knights of Pythias - Grand Domain of Indiana Educational Assistance Program
Award: $1,000 Scholarships. Senior. Cum GPA of 8.0 (B) or better.
Entire Application must be typed and mailed. No online or emailed submission accepted.
Read all Instructions carefully. Essays and Transcript required.
Scholarship Info and Application: Knights of Pythias-EAP
Student must mail all required materials to address provided on Application.
January 25, 2018
Knights of Pythias - Grand Domain of Indiana Educational Assistance Program
Award: $1,000 Scholarships. Senior. Cum GPA of 8.0 (B) or better.
Entire Application must be typed and mailed. No online or emailed submission accepted.
Read all Instructions carefully. Essays and Transcript required.
Scholarship Info and Application: Knights of Pythias-EAP
Student must mail all required materials to address provided on Application.
January 29, 2018
Burke/Tharp Legacy Scholarship (through the Brown County Community Foundation)
Award: around $1,000.
Senior accepted and planning to attend Purdue, Ball State, or Michigan University.
Be sure all sections of the Application are submitted.
This Application requires 2 Recommendation Forms.
Application Submission website: www.browncountygives.org
Scholarship Info and Application: Burke/Tharp Legacy Scholarship Application
Recommendation Form Writable: Burke/Tharp Recommendation Form
Community & Volunteer Writable: Community & Volunteer Activities Form
School Activities Writable: School Activities Form
Application and all materials must be submitted online by Jan. 29 at 4:00 PM.
(Some of the forms seem to still have last year’s due date. ALL materials are due Jan. 29 @ 4:00)
You must plan ahead for this scholarship.
February 1, 2018
Oliver W. Storer Scholarship
Award: Renewable up to $3,600 Scholarship for Tuition. Senior.
Students who have evidenced scholarship ability, industry, integrity, courage and ideals.
Scholarship Info and Application: Oliver W. Storer Scholarship
All completed materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM.
February 1, 2018
National FFA Collegiate Scholarships
Multiple Scholarships at this website.
Award: varies. Senior. Cum GPA of 6.5/12 or better.
Some scholarships require FFA membership – some do not – check carefully.
Must obtain 2 farmers online Endorsements. Plan ahead for this.
Scholarship Info and Online Scholarship Application: www.FFA.org/scholarships
Website states online Application and online Endorsements are due by Feb. 1 at 11:59 PM EST.
Website states Signature page must be postmarked and mailed by Feb. 8.
February 1, 2018
(Has been extended a few days due to issues with their online Application system. Contact Lauren Lewis for further information at LLewis@firstmerchants.com if you apply for this scholarship.)
Amburn Memorial Scholarship
Through First Merchants Private Wealth Advisors
Award: Varies. Renewable. Senior planning to major in Elementary Education.
Info & Online Application: https://www.firstmerchants.com/private-wealth-scholarships
Requires student to upload a Transcript & Teacher Recommendation Letter.
Plan ahead to obtain these before the due date!
February 1, 2018
(Has been extended a few days due to issues with their online Application system. Contact Lauren Lewis for further information at LLewis@firstmerchants.com if you apply for this scholarship.)
Harold Ellison Scholarship
Through First Merchants Private Wealth Advisors
Award: Up to 8 academic semesters of ungraduated study.
Senior planning to attend BSU.
Senior must also receive the Presidential Award Scholarship at BSU.
Senior must reside in Delaware County.
Senior graduating from a Delaware County High School.
Info & Online Application: https://www.firstmerchants.com/private-wealth-scholarships
Requires student to upload a Transcript, Teacher Recommendation Letter, and
Principal or Counselor Nomination Letter
Plan ahead to obtain these before the due date!
February 1, 2018
(Has been extended a few days due to issues with their online Application system. Contact Lauren Lewis for further information at LLewis@firstmerchants.com if you apply for this scholarship.)
Kuhner Scholarship
Through First Merchants Private Wealth Advisors
Award: Varies. Renewable. Senior.
Preference given to students with a desire to study theology, food chemistry, engineering and other related sciences.
Info & Online Application: https://www.firstmerchants.com/private-wealth-scholarships
Requires student to upload a Transcript & Teacher Recommendation Letter.
Plan ahead to obtain these before the due date!
February 2, 2018
Elks 2017 Legacy Award Scholarships
Award: $4,000 Scholarships. Senior. Child or Grandchild of dues-paying Elk member.
Info and Online Application: www.elks.org/scholars
Application process may require students to submit some requested materials to their local lodge:
Dunkirk Elks Lodge #1776, PO Box 91, 1026 S. Main Street, Dunkirk, IN 47336
or to: Muncie Elks Lodge #245, 909 N County Rd. 500 W, Muncie, IN 47304
February 2, 2018
Nancy Jaynes Memorial Scholarship
Award: $1,500. Senior. See Application for additional eligibility requirements.
Scholarship Info and Application: www.breastcancerplate.org
Application and all materials must be postmarked and mailed to address on Application by due date.
February 5, 2018
Association of Educational Office Professionals (AEOP) Scholarship
Award: $1,000. Senior who has taken at least 4 high school credits in specific
business courses.
Planning to study Business toward an office-related career.
Info and Online Application: www.indianaaeop.com
Requires 3 Recommendation Letters & Transcript. Plan ahead!
Application and all materials should be postmarked by and mailed to address on Application by Feb. 5 OR emailed to address on Application by Feb. 10 OR uploaded directly on the scholarship site by Feb. 10.
February 17, 2018
BETA SIGMA PSI, National Lutheran Fraternity
Multiple Scholarships.
Award: varies. Senior. Male. Confirmed member of a Lutheran congregation
No obligation to join Beta Sigma Psi.
Various Colleges including IU and Purdue.
Info and Application online: http://wp.betasigmapsi.org/scholarships-grants
February 20, 2018
Del-Com Foundation Scholarships
Award: Varies. Delta High School Senior.
Scholarship Criteria and Application: Del-Com Foundation Scholarship Application
Application is provided in Word Format so that you may type directly on it.
Please adjust the line format as necessary as you type.
The Applicant Appraisal section should be completed by one of your Teachers.
This section MUST be completed before submitting to Mrs. Kunda
The Transcript Information section will be completed by Guidance.
All completed Application materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM.
March 1, 2018
Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County, Inc.
Multiple Scholarships. Delta High School Senior. Various specific criteria.
Information and online Application: www.cfmdin.org
(Application for Class of 2018 is to open online January 1, 2018)
Follow all directions.
Some Scholarships require additional material submissions.
Plan ahead!
This includes the following Scholarships for Delta High School Seniors:
Sarah E. Adams Scholarship
Gary W. Addison Scholarship
Michael Brodhead Scholarship
Adam Cline Scholarship
Dr. William & Thelma McNabney Scholarship
Murray’s Jewelers Scholarship
Arthur & Josephine Robling Scholarship
Ross Family Autism Scholarship
Charles W. & Jane (Klipsch) Thomas Scholarship
Delaware Community Schools Scholarship
Delta Eagles Wrestling Scholarship
Tom Devine Memorial Scholarship
March 1, 2018
Indiana Association of School Psychologists (IASP) High School Scholarship
Award: $500. Senior planning to pursue a career in the field of psychology
Must be accepted by a college and in good academic standing
Info and Application: www.iasponline.org
Requires 3 Recommendation Letters & Transcript. Plan ahead!
All materials must be submitted to the address on the Application.
March 3, 2018
2018 William H. Yohler Memorial Scholarship
Award: $1,000 Renewable Scholarship. Senior. Cum GPA of 8(B)/12 or better.
Applicant, Parents, or Guardian must be a member in good standing of PrimeTrust FCU at least one year prior to application deadline.
Information and Application can be found online: www.primetrustcu.com
Click on the Quick Link for 2018 Yohler Scholarship
Read all instructions carefully.
Requires 3 Recommendation Letters and Transcript. Plan ahead!
All requested Application materials must be mailed to the address on the
application and received by 12 PM. on the due date.
March 15, 2018
Marie B. Bowen Memorial Scholarship
Award: $500. Senior and resident of Delaware County.
Scholarship Criteria and Application: Marie B. Bowen Memorial Scholarship Application
Requires three letters of reference. Plan ahead!
Application and all materials should be mailed to address on Application by due date.
March 20, 2018
An Albany Christmas Community Service Scholarship
Award: $1,000. Available to all Delta High School Seniors.
Application: An Albany Christmas Community Service Scholarship
All completed materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM.
March 30, 2018
Delta Phi Chapter of Tri Kappa Muncie Scholarship
Award: Three $2,000 Scholarships. Senior. Cum GPA 8.7/12 minimum.
Planning to attend an Indiana College.
Delaware County high school student. Delaware County resident.
Criteria and Application: Tri Kappa Muncie Scholarship Application
Applications should be emailed or postmarked to address on Application by due date.
March 31, 2018
Indiana Mining & Mineral Education Program (IMMEP) Scholarship
Award: $2,500. Senior. Indiana Resident.
Planning to major or pursue a curriculum that will support a career in the mining
and aggregates industry.
Online Application site is to open in January.
Requires up to 3 Recommendation Letters and Transcript. Plan ahead!
Information and Online Application: www.immep.org
March 31, 2018
Monroe Township Conservation Club - Jack Cronin Scholarship
Award: varies. Seniors. Open to students in East Central Indiana.
Planning to attend a 4 year, 2 year, or Vocational College.
Application: Monroe Township Conservation Club Scholarship
All materials must be postmarked by due date and mailed to address on Application.
March 31, 2018
Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
Award: $500-5,000. Senior of Hispanic Heritage. Cum GPA of 8(B)/12 or better.
Plans to attend a 4 year college Fall 2018.
Online Application site is to open in January.
Information and Online Application: www.hsf.net
April 1, 2018
Delaware County Farm Bureau College Scholarship
Award: five $1,000 Scholarships. Senior. Age 18 or older.
Member of a Delaware County Farm Bureau family for at least two years prior to application.
Attendance at a Delaware County Farm Bureau Board meeting is encouraged.
Online Application to print and mail: http://www.delawarecountyfarmbureau.org/scholarships
Application and all materials should be mailed to address on Application by due date.
April 1, 2018
2018 Delaware County Farm Festival Scholarship Program
Award: $500 Seniors who have at least one year Farm Festival Service.
At least a Cum GPA of 8.0/12.
First preference to students planning to study in the fields of Agriculture, Finance, or an Agriculture.
Information and Application: 2018 Delaware County Farm Festival Scholarship Application
You will need a transcript. Plan ahead!
Submit all required materials to Address on Application to be received by Due Date.
April 3, 2018
Albany Lions Club Scholarship
Award: Two $1,000 Scholarships. Senior.
For students planning to attend 4 year college, 2 year college, or Technical College.
Application: Albany Lions Club Scholarship
All completed materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM.
April 3, 2018
Hamilton Township Lions Club Scholarship
Award: Two $500 Scholarships. Senior.
For students planning to attend 4 year college, 2 year college, or Technical College.
Criteria: Hamilton Township Lions Club Scholarship Criteria
Application: Hamilton Township Lions Club Scholarship Application
All completed materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM
April 3, 2018
Albany Tri Kappa Alcyon Gill Scholarship
Award: $1,000. Senior.
Criteria: Albany Tri Kappa Alcyon Gill Scholarship Criteria
Application: Albany Tri Kappa Alcyon Gill Scholarship Application
All completed materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM.
April 3, 2018
Albany Tri Kappa Elementary Education and Foreign Language Scholarship
Award: $1,000. Renewable. Senior. Cum GPA of at least 8.0 (B)
Planning to major in Elem Education or Foreign Language.
Criteria: Albany Tri Kappa Elem Education and Foreign Lang Scholarship Criteria
Application: Albany Tri Kappa Elem Education and Foreign Lang Scholarship Application
All completed materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3 p.m.
April 3, 2018
Albany Tri Kappa Vocational Scholarship
Award: $500. Senior.
Planning to attend a vocational or technical college.
Criteria: Albany Tri Kappa Vocational Scholarship Criteria
Application: Albany Tri Kappa Vocational Scholarship Application
All completed materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM.
April 7, 2018
The Purdue Club of Muncie Scholarship
Award: $2,500 Renewable. Senior. Accepted at Purdue-West Lafayette.
Criteria and Application: The Purdue Club of Muncie Scholarship Application
All completed materials should be mailed to the address on the Application.
Materials must be Postmarked by due date, so plan ahead!
April 10, 2018
Delta Theta Tau - Albany Chapter Scholarship
Award: Varies. Senior.
Criteria: Delta Theta Tau - Albany Chapter Scholarship Criteria
Application: Delta Theta Tau - Albany Chapter Scholarship Application
All completed materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM
April 15, 2018
Delaware County Master Gardeners Association Scholarship
Award: $200. Senior and resident of Delaware County.
Student planning to study Horticulture or a related subject (botany, agriculture, forestry, etc.)
Scholarship Criteria and Application: Delaware County Master Gardeners Assoc Application
Application and all materials should be mailed to address on Application to be received by
4:00 PM on the due date. (Please note the due date is a Sunday. Plan ahead!)
April 16, 2018
William G. & Joan E. Frazier Foundation Scholarship
Award: Varies. Senior.
One Award for students planning to study Nursing
One Award for students planning to study Agriculture
Instructions and Application: Frazier Scholarship Instructions and Application
All completed materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM.
April 16, 2018
John & Linda Razmic Memorial Scholarship
Award: Varies. Senior.
Special consideration may be given to students going into athletic or teaching fields.
Criteria & fillable Application: John & Linda Razmic Memorial Scholarship Application
All completed materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM.
April 17, 2018
DeSoto Alumni Scholarship
Award: Varies. Senior.
Criteria: DeSoto Alumni Scholarship Criteria
Application: DeSoto Alumni Scholarship Application
All required materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM.
April 21, 2018
Delta Kappa Gamma (Beta Mu Chapter) – The Edith Guthrie Memorial Scholarship
Award: $250. Renewable. Female senior planning a career in Education.
7 Semester Cum GPA of 3.5/4.0 which is 9.5/12. Requires Essay.
Criteria and Application: Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship Application
All completed materials must be mailed to address provided on the Application and postmarked by April 21. Plan ahead!
April 22, 2018
Student-View Scholarship Program
Award: Various. Senior.
Online Application: www.student-view.com
April 24, 2018
Community Collaboration Scholarship
Awards: One $1,000 and One $500. Senior in a Delaware County school.
Cum GPA 8.0/12 or 3.0/4.
Accepted to an accredited college or vocational school for Fall 2017.
Information and Application: Community Collaboration Scholarship
All completed materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM
May 1, 2018
Muncie Exchange Club Bishop Scholarship
Award: $1,000. Senior graduating from a Delaware County high school.
Planning to attend Ball State in the fall.
Ranked in upper 25% of Senior Class after 7 semesters.
Criteria and Application Process: Muncie Exchange Club Bishop Scholarship
All completed materials must be mailed to the address provided on the Application
and received by the due date. Plan ahead!
May 4, 2018
Ruthanna Cummins Scholarship
Award: $1,000. Senior graduating from Delaware County high school.
Cum GPA 8.0/12.
Planning to enroll as a Freshman at an accredited school of nursing in Fall 2017.
Criteria and Instructions: Ruthanna Cummins Scholarship Criteria
Application: Ruthanna Cummins Scholarship Application
All completed materials must be mailed to the address on the Application.
Don't forget to include your College Letter of Acceptance!
All completed materials must be mailed to the address on the Application
and be received by May 4! Plan ahead!
May 4, 2018
Mary Louise Walburn Educational Trust Fund Scholarship
Award: Renewable $1,000. Senior. Accepted and planning to attend an Indiana college.
Resident of Delaware County at time of high school graduation.
Info and Application: Walburn Scholarship Application
All completed materials must be mailed to the address provided on the Application
and be received by 4:00 PM on May 4. Plan accordingly!
May 10, 2018
Everett and Helen Waldo Scholarship / Ball State University Foundation
Award: Varies – usually around $1,500. Renewable.
Maximum award is tuition, room, board, fees, books, supplies.
Senior. Planning to attend Ball State University. Financial Need.
Criteria: Waldo Scholarship Criteria
Application: Waldo Scholarship Application
All completed materials must be submitted to Mrs. Kunda by 3:00 PM.
May 25, 2018
2018 Triple Nickel Parachute Infantry Battalion Scholarship: NAACP Muncie Branch
Award: $500. Senior and resident of Delaware County.
Scholarship Criteria and Application: Triple Nickel Parachute Infantry Battalion Application
Requires an Essay, two letters of reference to be mailed and received by due date, and transcript. Plan ahead!
Application and all materials should be mailed to address on Application by due date.
June 14, 2018
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Award: $1,000. Juniors and Seniors.
Essay Submission Info: www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php
June 15, 2018
Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarship
Award: Varies - Multiple Scholarships up to $2,500 each. Senior.
For students with a strong commitment to pursue and complete a career or technical program at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution.
Demonstrate critical financial need (eligible for Federal Pell Grant)
Criteria and Application Info: Horatio Alger Scholarship
Apply online:
https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/about-our-scholarship-programs/technical
June 19, 2018
Big Sun Scholarship
Award: $500. Senior Athlete.
Essay Submission Info: www.bigsunathletics.com
July 31, 2018
Ball State Balanced Man Scholarships – Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity
Award: 5 Scholarships ranging $750 - $1,500.
Male senior planning to attend Ball State in the fall.
Receipt of Scholarship is not contingent on Sigma Phi Epsilon membership.
Information and Application: BSU Balanced Man Scholarship Application
All required materials should be submitted as per Instructions on the Application.
Materials may be emailed or postal mailed. Both addresses are on Application.
Materials must be received by due date.