The Clinton County Extension Homemaker’s Association is accepting applications for the Clinton County Career Advancement Scholarship, offering financial assistance to local residents pursuing further education.
The scholarship is open to Clinton County high school seniors as well as adults continuing their education. Applicants must have lived in Clinton County for at least one year and must be accepted to or currently enrolled in an Indiana accredited post-secondary institution as a full-time student (minimum of 12 credit hours) for the 2026–2027 school year.
Scholarship Details
The selected recipient will receive a $500 award, which will be made payable to both the student and the institution they attend.
Preference for the scholarship will be given to applicants who:
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Are pursuing a Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) major or degree
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Are members of the Extension Homemakers program or children, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren of a member
Application Requirements
Students applying for the scholarship must submit several materials, including:
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A completed application form
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A letter of recommendation using the provided form
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Biographical information outlining school, church, community, and other activities, along with financial need or special circumstances
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A certified and signed copy of their high school transcript
Applications can be obtained through the Purdue Extension office in Clinton County or from guidance counselors at the county’s four high schools.
Completed applications and attachments should be submitted to the Clinton County Extension Office.
Important Deadline
The application deadline is April 18.
The scholarship recipient will be recognized during their high school’s spring awards ceremony and may also be invited to attend the Clinton County Extension Homemakers Achievement Night in late May.