College degree still a great return on investment
With higher education costs rising since the turn of the century, some question whether a college degree has the value it once did. In a recent Gallup poll, only 36% of adults expressed confidence in higher education. However, a quick look over the data confirms there is still great value in higher education. The most recent reports from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show that, on average, those ages 25 and older who hold a bachelor’s degree continue earning just over $30,000 each year more
2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Application is Open
FORT WAYNE, Ind, August 7, 2024— The 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship application is now available in Allen County through the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne. The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program (LECSP) will provide 147 scholarships statewide, with five available in Allen County. LECSP scholarships may be used for otherwise unreimbursed full tuition, required fees, and a special allocation of up to $900 per year. The special allocation may cover the costs for required
