Scholarships

Abbott Scholarship

In 1922, a college scholarship program was inaugurated with an initial appropriation from Supreme Council funds. In 1932, Leon M. Abbott bequeathed additional funds to establish an Education and Charity Fund. The first Abbott scholarship was awarded in 1951

For many years, the scholarships were presented to journalism students at selected universities throughout the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. In 1984, it was voted to expand the scholarship program by awarding grants to children and grandchildren of Scottish Rite members and to young people active in the youth groups affiliated with the Masonic fraternity. In 1985-86, the first academic year, funds were allocated for 68 scholarships. For an online appication and instructions, click here.

Nursing Scholarship

Who can apply for a scholarship?
All graduates of high schools in the Scottish Rite Valley of Fort Wayne may apply (includes counties of: Adams, Allen, Blackford, Cass, DeKalb, Delaware, Grant, Huntington, Jay, Kosciusko, LaGrange, Miami, Noble, Randolph, Steuben, Wabash, Wells, and Whitley).

How much are scholarships?
The Nursing Scholarship amount is up to $1,000 annually. Two equal payments will be made directly to the school when the applicant enrolls each semester. You may apply for a new scholarship each year.

Should the university accept me first?
You must be enrolled and/or accepted into the training program for registered nurses at one of the identified universities. Check with admissions offices of the participating universities for their criteria.

When are applications due?
All scholarship items (including transcripts) must be submitted on or before June 15th.

When will I know if I am selected?
The Scottish Rite Committee will announce the recipients in mid-August each year. This Committee makes the final determinations.

How do I apply?
People requesting nursing scholarships will need to call Denise or Jenny at
Wells Fargo at 260-461-6477.