# Joan Japa Vujovich Scholarship

> Up to $1,000 from Community Foundation of St. Joseph County. Deadline Feb 15, 2027.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/joan-japa-vujovich-scholarship
- Provider: Community Foundation of St. Joseph County (Foundation)
- Award: Up to $1,000, renewable
- Deadline: Deadline Feb 15, 2027
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/in
- Official page: https://cfsjc.org/joan-japa-vujovich-scholarship/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Community Foundation of St. Joseph County offers the Joan Japa Vujovich Scholarship to support graduating seniors from Riley High School in South Bend, Indiana. To qualify, applicants must reside in St. Joseph County and plan to enroll in a full-time course of study at an accredited two-year or four-year institution. The selection committee gives preference to students who are actively engaged in the musical arts. Recipients receive $1,000 annually to help cover the costs of tuition and required fees. This award is renewable for up to eight semesters, provided the student maintains satisfactory academic progress. To apply, students must complete the online Community Foundation of St. Joseph County scholarship application, which opens in December and is due February 15. While the foundation does not explicitly require the FAFSA for this specific fund, completing the federal financial aid application is generally recommended for students seeking college aid.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: IN
- Education level: High school student
- Year: 12th grade
- Minimum GPA: 3
- College types: 2-year college, 4-year college, Public college, Private college
- Must be a resident of St. Joseph County graduating from Riley High School in South Bend, Indiana. Must plan to pursue a full-time course of study. Preference is given to students engaged in the musical arts.

## How to apply

Complete the online CFSJC Scholarship Application, which opens in December and is due by February 15.

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