To become a Twenty-first Century Scholar...

If you live in a county besides Wayne, Henry, Rush, Fayette, Union, Franklin, or Decatur, click here to determine which regional office you need to contact in order to apply.

Eligible students may apply to the Twenty-first Century Scholars program. To be eligible for the Twenty-first Century Scholars Program, students must:

• Be a resident of Indiana as an applicant and award recipient (determined by residency of parent/legal guardian) and a child of a U.S. citizen or eligble non-citizen
• Be enrolled in the 7th or 8th grade at a charter school, freeway school, or other Indiana school accredited (or seeking accreditation) through Performance Based Accreditation (PBA) by the Indiana Department of Education
• Meet income requirements or be a ward of the court (foster child)
• Make a commitment to fulfill the Scholars Pledge

Students and their parents must complete and return the application by June 30 of the 7th or 8th grade year. Students may request applications for the Twenty-first Century Scholars Program from:

• The school where the student is enrolled, or
• Twenty-first Century Scholars East Central Regional Support Program by calling 1-800-959-3278, Ext. 583.

To become a volunteer with the Scholars program... (Volunteer Application)

There are many ways to get involved as a Twenty-first Century Scholars volunteer: tutoring, mentoring, event chaperones, college visit chaperones, activity supervisor, speakers' bureau, administrative/office support.

In addition to the personal fulfillment that comes with volunteering with and for kids, you'll have an opportunity to pass along your knowledge, not just about school work but on how to make the most out of high school. You can also help the Scholars and their parents understand the process of going to college, technical training school and other higher education institutions and the difference higher education can make.

Depending on the volunteer position you are interested in, you'll be able to choose a flexible volunteer schedule to match your needs. We also offer a periodic newsletter, an annual recognition dinner and certificate to both recognize your contributions and connect you with other program volunteers.

• Volunteer Position Description for Outreach Specialist - Scholar Recruitment
• Volunteer Position Description for Outreach Specialist - Scholar Mentor
• Volunteer Position Description for Administrative Assistant