getting started
The Community Foundation operates two scholarship cycles: one from July 1 to early September for the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship; and a second from December 1 to February 26 for all other scholarships. For more information about the scholarships that The Community Foundation offers, and to access the online application, visit cfmdin.org/scholarships. Students will complete all scholarship The scholarship application is divided into seven applications online. Applicants must create a sections: username and password to apply. Once registered, • Biographical Information students will be able to keep track of this • Academic Information information for the entire scholarship process • Qualifications Questions from application to award. • Extracurricular Activities and Employment To get started, you will complete a common • Financial Need application (think of a survey) that will match • Letter of Recommendation you to the scholarships that you qualify for. • Essay After completing the common application, you will be directed to your dashboard. The The scholarship software requires each section to scholarships you are eligible to apply for will be completed before submitting the application. appear on your dashboard, along with the follow up actions required to submit your application. Think of your scholarship application as a job These may include additional essays, letters of resume; this is the first impression the selection recommendation and short answer questions. It committee will have of you. Don’t be afraid to will also show you the scholarships the system boast about your accomplishments! automatically submitted on your behalf.
