- Previously known as the Indiana Higher Education Grant, the needs-based Frank O'Bannon Grant Program helps state residents pay for post-secondary education if attending school full-time. You must fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and submit it to State Student Assistance Commission by March 10 of the year prior to the year in which you plan to attend an institution of higher learning. The grant covers tuition and fees at participating colleges and universities.
- The state of Indiana recognizes that not every student has the ability or the finances to attend a post-secondary school full-time. Its Part-Time Grant Program funds eligible undergraduates attending school more than two but less than 12 credit hours per semester at participating colleges and universities. Grants are need-based and priority funding goes to lower-income students. Applicants must submit the FAFSA, and meet the same requirements as that of the O'Bannon Grant other than full-time status.
- Certain Indiana schools accept students from the state's 21st Century Scholars Program. This program targets low and moderate-income families. To receive funding, you must take a pledge in middle school agreeing not to use drugs or alcohol or commit crimes. You'll also need to maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA and apply on time for all other eligible federal and state educational aid. You could receive four years of undergraduate tuition at participating colleges and universities.
- Children with a disabled veteran parent living in the state may apply for the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs Child of Disabled Veteran Award, which provides free tuition at state institutions of higher learning. Both biological and legally adopted children are eligible. Legally adopted children must have been adopted by age 24 and be residing in the state. You also must submit a copy of your birth certificate or legal adoption papers. Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible.
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