(INDIANA) - Indiana students aiming for a career in the classroom can now apply for a major financial boost. The state has opened applications for the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship -- offering up to $40,000 to high-achieving high school and college students who commit to teaching in Indiana for at least five years. The scholarship provides up to $10,000 a year toward college costs, helping future educators focus on training rather than tuition. To qualify, students must either rank in the top 20% of their class, score in the top 20th percentile on the ACT or SAT, or hold at least a 3.0 GPA.
Applications are due February 28, 2026, through ScholarTrack.IN.gov. Now in its tenth year, the program is showing strong results -- with nearly 90% of its first scholarship recipients still teaching in Indiana or continuing their education. Award notifications will go out in April. More details are available through Learn More Indiana and the #NextTeacher campaign.