In Noble County, for students beginning their studies in fall 2026, Cole will offer 32 new scholarships. These scholarships will provide up to $2,500 each year for a maximum of four years. Specifically, students must want to earn an Associate’s degree or a Bachelor’s degree; plan to return to Northeastern Indiana after graduation; and need financial assistance.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must:
- Reside in Noble County or attend for two years and graduate from Central Noble, East Noble, West Noble High School, Oak Farm Montessori, or Churubusco High School;
And be pursuing one of the following:
- Bachelor degree requirements: Students must enroll in college on a full-time basis, with a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester. Students may receive up to four years (eight semesters) of aid for a total of $10,000
- Teaching Degrees: Students who are already a Cole Scholar, in good standing, pursuing a teaching degree, will be awarded additional funding of up to $2,500 per year in the junior and in the senior years of study.
- Associate degree requirements: Students must enroll on a full-time basis, with a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester. Students may receive up to two years of aid for a total of $5,000.
Applications:
The Cole Foundation is transferring the administration of Noble County scholarships to Questa Educational Foundation: www.questafoundation.org/cole-scholarship
Olive B. Cole Foundation, Inc. 