College

21st Century Scholars | Learn More Indiana

Early college promise program covering up to 100% of tuition at Indiana public colleges for income-eligible students.

Type: Scholarship Amount: Covers up to full tuition at Indiana public institutions; partial at private colleges Deadline: June 30 of 8th grade year for enrollment; annual requirements through college Location: United States - Indiana

American Opportunity Tax Credit | Internal Revenue Service

Partially refundable credit that helps cover qualified higher-education expenses for the first four years of postsecondary study.

Amount: Up to $2,500 per eligible student (40% refundable, up to $1,000) Deadline: Apr 15, 2025 Location: United States

Chafee Foster Care Program: Up to $5,000/Year for College

Provides states with funding to help current and former foster youth achieve self-sufficiency through education, employment, financial literacy, housing assistance, and support services.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $5,000 per year (ETV) + State Tuition Waivers Deadline: Varies by State (Usually July 1) Location: United States

Federal Pell Grant

Need-based grant for undergraduate students pursuing their first bachelor’s degree or certain post-baccalaureate programs.

Amount: Up to $7,395 for the 2025-2026 award year Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 Location: United States

Win Up to 55K Per Year for College: A Real Talk Guide to the Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship

If you are a high-achieving high school senior staring down the cost of college and thinking, “How on earth am I supposed to pay for this?” — keep reading.

Amount: Up to $55,000 annually for up to four years Deadline: Nov 13, 2025 Location: United States