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Helping you transition to college and beyond with a blood disorder
Welcome back, Class of 2026!
Can you believe it is your senior year? The finish line is only months away!
Innovative Hematology is here to help you prepare for graduation and beyond, whether that means work, vocational school or college training.
Check back to this page often for things like FAFSA, ACT and SAT testing, along with job application assistance.
Happy Senior Year!
School & Career Support
Don’t hesitate to contact Innovative Hematology’s school and career support team with any questions you have throughout the school year.
SAT & ACT Testing
Scholarships
Student Loans
Careers
SAT & ACT Testing
The SAT, ACT or both are required for many post-high school options. Plan ahead.
SAT Dates
| Test Date | Register by | Late Reg/Fee |
| 8/23/25 | 8/8/25 | 8/12/25 |
| 9/13/25 | 8/29/25 | 9/2/25 |
| 10/4 | 9/19/25 | 9/23/25 |
| 11/8/25 | 10/24/25 | 10/28/25 |
| 12/6/25 | 11/21/25 | 11/25/25 |
| 3/14/26 | 2/27/26 | 3/3/26 |
| 5/2/26 | 4/17/26 | 4/21/26 |
ACT Dates
| Test Date | Register By | Late Reg/Fee |
| 9/6/25 | 8/1/25 | 8/19/25 |
| 10/18/25 | 9/12/25 | 9/30/25 |
| 12/13/25 | 11/7/25 | 11/24/25 |
| 2/14/26 | 1/9/26 | 1/23/26 |
| 4/11/26 | 3/6/26 | 3/24/25 |
Scholarships
Plan ahead! Get those scholarship applications in! You may need a physician verification form for some scholarships. Give your forms to the Innovative Hematology Career Counselor and School Liaison team as soon as possible! Be sure you include the instructions and deadlines.
Bleeding Disorder Scholarships
| Sponsor | Apply by |
| Hemophilia of Indiana | 5/27/26 |
| National Bleeding Disorders Foundation | Many available |
| Hemophilia Federation of America | Many available |
| Colburn-Keenan Foundation | Info available January 2026 |
| Hemophilia Village | 5/29/26 |
| HF Healthcare | 4/30/26 |
| Medxus | Many available |
| Great Lakes Hemophilia Foundation | Many available |
| Brothers Healthcare | 4/1/26 |
Sickle Cell Scholarships
| Sponsor | Apply by |
| MTS Sickle Cell Foundation | 4/30/26 |
| Candice’s Sickle Cell Fund | |
| The Martin Center | |
| Inspiring Minds | |
| Every Life Foundation | Opens in March |
| Wells Fargo | |
| Patient Advocate Foundation | |
| Dreaming of Three | |
| JP Morgan Chase | Many available |
Student Loans
FAFSA: Apply by June 30
You must complete the FAFSA application on time to be considered for federal student aid. States and colleges also use FAFSA information to award their own financial aid packages. The FAFSA is due June 30 every year. Learn more >
Understand student loans
- To be eligible for federal student loans, you must complete the FAFSA.
- Talk to your school’s financial aid office if you have questions about loans.
- Only borrow the amount you need to cover your costs for the year. Do not borrow extra.
- You do not have to make payments on your federal student loans while you are in school at least half time.
Loan responsibilities are real
Don’t be afraid to ask questions about your loan:
- What type of loan is it?
- Is my interest rate fix (will stay the same) or variable (could change over time)?
- What kind of fees will I be charged?
Careers
Job applications
The job application is an employer’s first way to get to know you. Use these tips when you fill out applications:
- Before you start writing, read the entire application first.
- Be sure you have all the information you need.
- Follow the directions carefully. Ask someone you trust to proofread your application.
- Use positive words to describe yourself. Focus on your strengths that would be useful for this particular job.
- Check your spelling.
- Answer all the questions. Do not leave any questions blank.
- Be honest with your answers.
- Sign or e-sign the job application.
- Only use a black or blue pen on paper applications.
Personality and career inventories
Understanding your personality can be helpful when you’re choosing a career. A personality and career inventory can help you think about different career paths and which ones might be best for you.
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