These scholarships are provided to college-bound high school students who are residents of East Chicago and have a minimum 2.5 cumulative G.P. A. Students must exhibit qualities of high character and integrity. 

An applicant MUST meet the following prerequisites at the time of application submission to be eligible for consideration: 

• • • A resident of the City of East Chicago 

The parent or guardian of the student applying must provide two proofs of residency which can be any of the following: 

• • • A state or government issued photo ID with name and address. 
  • • Mail from a college or university with name and address. 
  • • Utility Bill 
  • • Bank Statement (only showing name and address not transactions) 

•  Must provide proof of legal guardianship in those situations where a natural parent is not the legal guardian. 
•  Homeless student(s) can provide proof of residency by obtaining a letter from a school, homeless liaison, a local school representative or a representative from a homeless shelter or service agency.
• High School student (junior graduating early or senior) on track to graduate with high school diploma at the end of the current academic year. 

• • • Minimum 2.5 G.P.A  
      • Must submit a copy of your latest high school transcript that shows the overall 4 year G.P.A. 
•  Submit a personal essay (topic explained in the Scholarship Application) 
• Must submit a college acceptance letter  
• Be available for a formal interview with the Scholarship Committee if needed. 
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• Minimum 20 hours of Community Service to be completed on provided form: COMMUNITY SERVICE FORM

An applicant may be disqualified if information submitted is found to be incorrect or incomplete.

Check Back in Fall 2026 for Application

 

The Foundations of East Chicago does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, marital status or parental status, sexual orientation or disability. Applicants may be asked to provide information about their gender and age. This information is used only for statistical purposes. The Foundations of East Chicago does not share or release any data or information with any other organization.

 

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