Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society Scholarship in USA
Posted July 20, 2026
About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
The Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society awards up to $3,000 to graduating high school seniors from the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Since 1988, the organization has given more than $450,000 in scholarships to help students achieve their academic goals. The scholarship recognizes academic excellence, leadership, community involvement, and financial need. It is available for students planning to begin undergraduate degree programs or community college programs. The Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society Scholarship is open to domestic students in the United States, specifically those from Kentucky. Applicants can be pursuing any academic discipline, but those seeking the Toyota Scholarship must declare Engineering as their intended college major. The scholarship provides financial assistance to students attending colleges, universities, and community colleges. The application process involves submitting an online scholarship application, along with several supporting documents. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 for merit-based scholarship consideration or 2.5 for merit or need-based scholarship consideration. They must also demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, or financial need, and provide proof of income if applying for need-based awards.
Benefits
- Scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $3,000
- Merit-based and need-based financial assistance
- Additional Toyota Scholarship opportunities
- Recognition at the BIACS Annual Scholarship Presentation Banquet
- Financial support for undergraduate or community college education
Eligibility
- Be a graduating high school senior from Kentucky
- Plan to attend a college, university, or community college
- Have a minimum 3.0 GPA for merit-based scholarship consideration
- Have a minimum 2.5 GPA for merit or need-based scholarship consideration
- Demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, or financial need
- Provide proof of income if applying for need-based awards
- Declare Engineering as a college major if applying for the Toyota Scholarship
- Attend the BIACS Scholarship Presentation Banquet in person if selected
Required Documents
- Completed online scholarship application
- Resume (maximum two pages)
- Personal essay (up to 250 words)
- At least one faculty recommendation letter
- Academic transcripts
- Test scores (if applicable)
- Records of leadership activities and awards
- Proof of income (for need-based applicants)
How to Apply
- Complete the online scholarship application through the BIACS scholarship portal.
- Prepare and upload all required documents, including a resume, personal essay, and academic records.
- Submit your application before February 28, 2027.
- Click the Apply button below to submit your application.
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