Continuously serving Kosciusko County since 1854
FORT WAYNE – Questa Education Foundation welcomed over 200 new students from across Northeast Indiana to participate in its nationally distinctive forgivable loan and scholarship programs.
These students join a growing community of over 700 scholars budgeted for support this year, bringing Questa’s overall number of active students to over 900, a 50% increase since 2024. These students are turning their college and career dreams into reality with Questa’s support, according to a provided news release.
This year’s incoming class includes recent high school graduates who will receive funding throughout their certificate and degree programs. Questa continues to expand opportunities for learners at every stage, with additional support available for first-time and returning college students through the Contemporary Scholar and Career Scholar programs.
Questa announced the incoming 2026 Questa Scholars from Kosciusko County, who represent the next generation of talent and leadership in the region, who are: Kloe Barker, home schooled, who is attending Grace College; Madalynn Brooke, graduated Warsaw Community High School, attending University of Saint Francis; Melayna Howett, WCHS, Grace College; Logan Kim, WCHS, Indiana Wesleyan University - National & Global; Ian Martin, Lakeland Christian Academy, Grace College; Kyle Maxwell, Wawasee High School, Purdue University - Fort Wayne; Gage Overbey, Tippecanoe Valley High School, Ball State University; Dacorus Robinson, WCHS, Ivy Tech - Fort Wayne & Warsaw; Paula Tlahuice, WCHS, Grace College; Andrew Vass, WCHS, Taylor University; Grady Williman, WCHS, Grace College; and Jacob Wood, WCHS, Purdue University - Fort Wayne.
Each student has unique interests, and the cohort will be pursuing certificates and degrees in a broad array of fields, including accounting, biology, computer science, education, engineering, manufacturing technology, nursing, steam fitting and supply chain management. Questa Scholars plan to join the Northeast Indiana workforce after graduation, helping to build the talent pool and the community.
Questa Education Foundation offers an opportunity for students to receive up to 75% debt forgiveness on Questa loans through the Traditional Scholars program. Graduates who live and work in Northeast Indiana for five years are eligible for 50% loan forgiveness, with an additional 25% forgiveness for attending a regional partner school.
Questa Scholar programs not only benefit scholars but also contribute to the growth of Northeast Indiana's businesses and economy by retaining local talent, according to the release. Questa’s Career Scholar programs further expand these opportunities, offering fully forgivable loans while connecting students directly with local employers and career pathways in high-demand fields. Ninety-five percent of Career Scholar graduates work for their sponsoring employer. In addition to forgivable loans, Questa offers several scholarship awards, including several supporting the skilled trades.
The Traditional Scholars program for Northeast Indiana students will reopen for applications on Jan. 15, 2027.
