How to Apply
Eligible students may apply to the Twenty-first Century Scholars program. To be eligible for the Twenty-first Century Scholars Program, students must:
- be a resident of Indiana as an applicant and award recipient (determined by residency of parent/legal guardian) U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. For information about citizenship qualifications, call 1- 888-528-4719.
- be enrolled in the 6th, 7th or 8th grade at a charter school, freeway school, or other Indiana school recognized by the Indiana Department of Education.
- meet income requirements or be a ward of the court county or in foster care.
Income Guidelines as Stated on the 2009-2010 Twenty-first Century Scholars Application
| Household Size | Maximum Annual Income |
|---|---|
| 2 | $26,955 |
| 3 | $33,874 |
| 4 | $40,793 |
| 5 | $47,712 |
| 6 | $54,631 |
For each additional person in your household, add $6,919.
- make a commitment to fulfill the Scholars Pledge.
Students and their parents must complete and return the application by June 30 of the 6th, 7th or 8th grade year. Students may request applications for the Twenty-first Century Scholars Program from:
- the school where the student is enrolled,
- Twenty-first Century Scholars Regional Support Programs
- Twenty-first Century Scholars Central Office by calling 1-888-528-4719,
- or the Learn More Resource Center Hotline by calling 1-800-992-2076
Apply online for Twenty-first Century Scholars Program
- Students/Parents - eStudent
- Colleges Financial Office
- Colleges Financial Office
- Guidance Counselors
- Guidance Counselors
- Twenty-first Support Sites
- Twenty-first Support Sites
- Forms.IN.gov
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