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BETF Eli-Lilly Information Technology Scholarship

Scholarship Overview

The purpose of the Eli Lilly and Company/Black Data Processing Associates (Lilly/BDPA) Scholarship is to recognize outstanding minority students, with an interest in Information Technology, who make significant contributions to society.  Applicants must excel academically, show exceptional leadership potential, and make an impact on their communities through service to others. 

Lilly/BDPA Scholars will be awarded a one-time $2,500 scholarship that may be used to pursue an Information Technology focused degree at an accredited four-year college or university of their choice.  The Lilly/BDPA scholarship may be used to supplement benefits from the college or university a student plans to attend and fellowships from other foundations or organizations.  Students may use the scholarship to cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, room and board, and other college-related expenses. 

Scholarship winners will be selected based on the application, essay, and letters of recommendation. 

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for Lilly/BDPA Scholarship, each applicant must:

  • Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the United States
  • Be a graduating high school senior or current college student in good standing at the time of their application
  • Demonstrate academic achievement (minimum GPA of 3.0)
  • Exhibit leadership ability through academic or civic involvement and participate in community service activities

Application Package

Complete application packet must include the following:

  • Application Form
  • Current transcript
  • One 500 word essay on "Why Information Technology is Important"
  • Two letters of recommendation

Scholarships will be awarded only to students who fully meet the scholarship requirements.

Application Deadlines

The Lilly/BDPA Scholarship Program deadline is July 9, 2010.

  • Applications and supporting materials must be in one packet,and sent directly to Lilly at the address listed below.
  • All application materials must be “Received by” July 9, 2010.
  • Incomplete, e-mailed or faxed applications will not be considered.

Each applicant will be notified of the outcome:

  • Non-winners will be sent a letter of appreciation from the Lilly/BDPA Scholarship committee
  • Winners will be announced during the student luncheon (co-sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company) at the 2010 National BDPA Technology Conference. Winner’s names will also be posted on the BDPA website
  • Awards will be distributed with confirmation of enrollment in an accredited four-year college or university

Mail Completed Application Package to:
Eli Lilly and Company
Attn: Jonee' Drake
Lilly Corporate Center
Drop Code 6841
Indianapolis, IN 46285

For questions:
jdrake@lilly.com