# Universal Scholarships

> Amount varies from Putnam County Community Foundation. Deadline Jan 18, 2027.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/universal-scholarships
- Provider: Putnam County Community Foundation (Foundation)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: Deadline Jan 18, 2027
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/in
- Official page: https://pcfoundation.org/students/scholarships/universal/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Putnam County Community Foundation administers the Universal Scholarships program to help local students fund their higher education. This opportunity is designed for Putnam County residents who are high school seniors, recent graduates, or individuals who have earned their GED. To qualify, applicants must plan to enroll in an accredited college, university, or vocational school. By completing a single universal application, students are automatically considered for all available scholarship funds under the foundation's management for which they meet the minimum criteria. While the foundation evaluates candidates based on their academic and personal backgrounds, applicants should also complete the FAFSA or relevant state financial aid applications to establish their overall financial need, as individual funds within the program may consider financial circumstances. The deadline to submit the completed application is January 18, 2027, 5:00 PM.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: IN
- Education level: High school student
- Year: 12th grade
- College types: 2-year college, 4-year college, Technical or trade school, Public college, Private college
- Applicants must be Putnam County residents who are high school seniors, recent graduates, or GED holders. They must plan to enroll in an accredited college, university, or vocational school.

## How to apply

Complete and submit the single universal scholarship application online through the foundation's portal before the specified deadline.

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