Frequently Asked Questions

Am I eligible to apply?
Please read through the specific criteria in the CICF Scholarship Information Booklet to see if you are eligible to apply. If you have questions about the application process, please see your guidance counselor.
 
The booklet is a .PDF document.  To open the booklet you must have the most recent Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you do not have the software installed on your computer, you can download a free version of the Acrobat Reader from the Adobe Web site.  

What can scholarship awards be used for?
The scholarships are for educational expenses including tuition, required fees, room and board.

If I am awarded a scholarship, how much will I get?
Only a few of the scholarship funds have set award amounts. Most funds offer varying award amounts, which range from $1,000 to several thousand dollars. Award amounts may vary from year to year.

May I receive awards from more than one scholarship?
Yes, you may apply to all the funds for which you are eligible and it is possible to receive multiple awards.

What is the timeline for scholarship decisions and notification?
Selection committees meet and select recipients during April and May. All applicants are notified about committees' decisions.

Links for Students

Financial Aid & Scholarships 

  • College-Scholarships.com  – email addresses for many of the admissions or financial aid offices, college search, scholarship search, and SAT/ACT preparation materials 
  • FAFSA Online  – interactive web version of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid 
  • Fastweb, Inc. – a free searchable scholarship database 
  • FinAid! - guide to loans, scholarships, and other financial assistance 
  • Scholarships.com – a free searchable scholarship database 
  • StudentAwards.com – a free searchable scholarship database 
  • US Department of Education – financial aid primer from the US Department of Education and the Office of Student Financial Assistance Programs

Student Loans 

Questions?
Call the Scholarship Student Information Line at 317.631.6542, ext. 279, e-mail scholarships@cicf.org, or see your guidance counselor.
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