STATEHOUSE (May 21, 2024) – Hancock County lawmakers encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.
State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) said Hoosier students in 10th, 11th and 12th grades at a state accredited public or private school can receive up to a $5,000 state-funded scholarship to pursue apprenticeships, applied learning experiences, work-based learning and credentials attainment. About 2,000 spots are available for the 2024-2025 school year and students can apply for a Career Scholarship Account until the Oct. 1 deadline.
"It's important to recognize that not every student's journey involves a four-year college degree," Criswell said. "These scholarships provide young Hoosiers with the opportunity to explore their passions, gain skills and more easily transition into the workforce after high school or pursue other training."
State Rep. Chris Jeter (R-Fishers) said accounts are available to high school students who are enrolled in a course or educational experience approved by the Indiana Department of Education. Eligible students will participate in joint career and technical education, modern youth apprenticeships, registered apprenticeships or an Indiana College Core program by an approved CSA participating entity.
"Career Scholarship Accounts are really a gamechanger for students," Jeter said. "They'll have more access to outside learning opportunities can help them identify their interests and start building skills so they can hit the ground running after graduating from high school."
Approved students will receive $5,000 over four disbursements and can use the money toward certain qualified expenses:
Approved courses and classes include a variety of topics like accounting, carpentry, cybersecurity, information technology, software development and veterinary science. A full list of approved courses, educational experiences and participating entities can be found at in.gov/tos/csa.
"Providing young students with a chance to explore career paths and gain hands-on experience is a great start to their transition into the workforce," said State Rep. Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield). "These scholarships can help build a great foundation to a bright future, and I encourage eligible Hoosiers to apply."
To learn more about Career Scholarship Accounts and enroll before the Oct. 1 deadline, visit in.gov/tos/csa, email CSA@tos.in.gov or call 317-232-0723.
Local employers, trade associations, labor unions and others interested in connecting with the next generation of talent can apply to host a CSA program or be a provider. Visit in.gov/tos/csa and click on "provider resources" for more information.
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State Rep. Bob Cherry (R-Greenfield) represents House District 53,
which includes portions of Hancock and Madison counties.
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State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) represents House District 54,
which includes portions of Hancock, Henry, Rush and Shelby counties.
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State Rep. Chris Jeter (R-Fishers) represents House District 88,
which includes portions of Hamilton, Hancock, Madison and Marion counties.
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