# Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program – St. Joseph County

> Amount varies from Community Foundation of St. Joseph County. Deadline Sep 15, 2027.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/lilly-endowment-community-scholarship-program
- Provider: Community Foundation of St. Joseph County (Foundation)
- Award: Amount varies, renewable
- Deadline: Deadline Sep 15, 2027
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/in
- Official page: https://cfsjc.org/lilly-endowment-community-scholarship-program/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program, administered by the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County, is designed for local high school students planning to pursue higher education within the state. To qualify, applicants must reside in St. Joseph County, Indiana, and graduate from an accredited high school in Indiana. Candidates must also plan to enroll full-time in a baccalaureate degree program at an accredited public or private college or university located in Indiana. This renewable award covers full tuition costs and provides an additional stipend to help pay for textbooks. The application process is managed through the foundation's online portal, which opens during the summer before the award year. Students must submit their completed application materials by the September 15 deadline. While the program does not explicitly require a state financial aid application for initial eligibility, students are generally encouraged to complete the FAFSA to coordinate their overall financial aid package.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: IN
- Education level: High school student
- Year: 12th grade
- Minimum GPA: 3.8
- College types: 4-year college, Public college, Private college
- Must be a resident of St. Joseph County, Indiana, and graduate from an accredited Indiana high school. Must intend to pursue a full-time baccalaureate course of study at an accredited public or private Indiana college or university.

## How to apply

Complete and submit the application form through the Community Foundation's online portal during the summer preceding the scholarship award year.

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