IUPUI Dean’s Recognition Scholarships $1,250 annually (Renewable—4 years) Students admitted by March 1, who rank in the top 25 percent of their high school class with an 1100 SAT or 24 ACT score, may qualify for this scholarship. Students must attend full time (minimum 12 credit hours) and maintain a minimum 2.75 GPA. No application required.

IUPUI Dean of the Faculties Scholarships $1000 annually (Renewable—4 years) Students admitted by March 1, who graduate in the top 40 percent of their high school class with an Indiana Academic Honors Diploma and score 1000 or higher on the SAT or 21 on the ACT may be eligible for this scholarship. Students must attend full time (minimum 12 credit hours) and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 each semester. No application required.

Valedictorian/Salutatorian Scholarship $3500 annually (Renewable—4 years) Students admitted by February 1, who are ranked first and second in their high school graduating class and score 1000 or higher on the SAT or 21 ACT may qualify for this scholarship. Students must attend full time (minimum 12 credit hours) and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.3 each semester. No application required.

IUPUI Honors Scholars $1,250 annually (Renewable—4 years) Students meeting the merit criteria (see above) may compete for an honors scholarship. Applications are available in the Scholarship Office or the Honors Program Office. Honors scholarship recipients may choose to receive a laptop computer rather than a monetary award in the first year. Students must attend full time (minimum 12 credit hours) and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.3 each semester. Admission and scholarship application deadline March 1.

IUPUI Outstanding Freshman Scholars $2,500 annually (Renewable—4 years) Students admitted by Feb 1 who meet the merit criteria are invited to apply for this competitive scholarship. Emphasis will be placed on well-rounded students, excelling not only in academics but also in extracurricular activities, leadership abilities and/or community service. See the application for more information. Students must attend full time (minimum 12 credit hours) and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.3 each semester. Admission and scholarship application deadline: Feb 1.

IUPUI Distinguished Scholars $3,000 annually (Renewable—4 years) Students admitted by Feb 1 who rank in the top 10 percent of their high school class with a minimum 1300 SAT /29 ACT scores may compete for this scholarship. Emphasis will be placed on academic excellence but extracurricular activities and community service will also be considered. See the application for more information. Students must attend full time (minimum 12 credit hours) and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5 each semester. Admission and scholarship application deadline: Feb 1.

New Generation Scholarships $1,000—Incoming freshman admitted to IUPUI University College, Science, Technology, or Engineering programs whose immediate family includes no member who has earned a college degree (Associate’s or Bachelor’s) can apply. Admission and application deadline: March 1.

Hughes Scholarships $500-$750—Students admitted by March 1 with financial need may qualify if they have at least 1100 SAT/ 24 ACT score and are ranked in the top 40 percent of their class. This scholarship is for Indiana residents only. The submission of the FAFSA is required. Application deadline: March 1.

Richard Rapala Scholarship $500-$1,000—New beginning students majoring in chemistry, cyto-technology, or nursing are encouraged to apply. Emphasis placed on both academic merit and financial need. Admission and application deadline: March 1.

Mary E. Burns Scholarship $500-$2,000—Students from Washington County high schools are encouraged to apply for this scholarship provided from Mary E. Burns’ estate. Application deadline: April 1.

Norman Brown Minority Achievers Program $2,000—Students from racial and ethnic populations who have been historically underrepresented in institutions of higher education in Indiana are encouraged to apply. Eligible applicants must be admitted to IUPUI as a full time student with 1040 SAT / 22 ACT and 3.0 GPA. Admission and application deadline: March 1.

Minority Research Scholars Program Stipends of tuition and $1,000 for books and supplies are provided to successful candidates who are competitively selected to engage in research in one of seven research fields. Renewals are possible for up to four years if minimum 3.0 GPA is maintained. Contact Professor Marchusa Huff at (317) 274-8049 for more information. U.S. Citizens and/or permanent residents only.

Freshman Service Scholarships $2,000—These scholarships recognize students for exemplary community service, especially while in high school. Entering students meeting regular admission standards are encouraged to apply. Service scholars must be enrolled in at least 9 credit hours per semester and enroll in one service learning class. Call 317-278-2370 for more information.

Zora Neale Hurston–Mari Evans Scholarships $2,000—In honor of two leading women, this scholarship was created to encourage the study of subjects that transcend gender, race, age, culture, and economic status (such as creative arts including composing and music performance, liberal arts, or social sciences). Deadline April 1.

School of Engineering and Technology Freshman Scholarships $500-$3,000—Freshman engineering majors with a strong record of academic achievement, extracurricular activities, and a strong science background with a minimum 1150 SAT are considered for this scholarship. Deadline: March 1.

Dean of Science Scholarships $2,000—Beginning science majors with strong academic records are encouraged to apply for this competitive scholarship. Students must enroll full time and maintain a 3.5 GPA. Call the School of Science at (317) 274-0625 for more information.

Shared Heritage $1,000—High school students with a minimum 3.0 GPA applying full-time to Herron School of Art are eligible to apply. Minorities are encouraged to apply. Application and portfolio required. Deadline: March 1.

School of Nursing Scholarships $1000-$1500—Beginning Pre-Nursing Majors who rank in the top 20% of their high school class are encouraged to apply. Application deadline: March 1.

Sam Masarachia Scholars Program Full tuition and fees (In-state rate only)—New beginning full-time students in Liberal Arts who are interested in studies related to labor, senior citizens and/or community activism are encouraged to apply. Recipients will participate in Masarachia seminars, internship, and related activities. All finalists will be interviewed and scholars will be selected based on academic merit, financial need, and evidence of commitment to and familiarity with one or more of the above program areas. Deadline: March 1.

Jeff and Susan Vessely Scholarship $2000—Incoming Physical Education majors. Must maintain a 2.5 GPA for renewal. Deadline: March 1.

Bo L. Hagood Scholarship $500—Incoming freshman majoring in tourism, conventions, and event management. The recipient must be working in the industry (i.e. hotels, tourism, restaurants, or other hospitality and tourism fields) with preference given to a minority student. Deadline: March 1.

Peter J. George Scholarship $500—Beginning or transfer students admitted to the Department of Tourism, Conventions and Event Management are encouraged to apply. Deadline: March 1.

Other scholarships are available through various schools and programs to beginning students. Students should check their school or program sections for a list of these scholarships.

Assist Scholarships $500-$1000—Created to assist single, custodial parents at IUPUI pursuing their first undergraduate degree to help meet their educational goals. Must have financial need as determined by the FAFSA. U.S. citizens and/or permanent residents who are also Indiana residents. Other requirements, contact the Office of Student Scholarship for more details. Deadline: Sept. 15.

Robert E. Cavanaugh Memorial Scholarships $750-$1500—Upper-class students of all majors who have graduated from an Indiana high school, who demonstrate leadership abilities, and have some demonstrated financial need are encouraged to apply. Must have at least 26 credits at IUPUI and be currently enrolled. Deadline: Sept. 15.

Frances McCracken Scholarships $500—Foreign language and single parent students are invited to apply for this award. Essay and interview. Contact the Scholarship Office for more information. Deadline: Sept. 15.

Adult Outstanding Scholarships $1,000—Motivated adult (30+) returning students with at least 12 credit hours, GPA 3.5 in all courses since returning. Contact the Honors Office at 274-2660 for more information. Deadline: May 1.

Service Learning Scholarship $3,000—The scholarship recognizes students who have records of exemplary community and university service. Criteria also include completion of at least 15 credit hours at IUPUI and a minimum GPA of 2.75. Students receiving the scholarship enroll in a service learning class and donate six hours of community service each week. Contact the Office of Service Learning at (317) 278-2662.

IUPUI Honors Upper-class Scholars $1,250 for one year (full time), $625 for one year (part time)—Talented and motivated students who have demonstrated their academic abilities either by distinguishing themselves in honors courses or by completing at least 12 credit hours with a 3.0 GPA or higher are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Applications are available in the Honors Program Office.

Charles McGaughey Leadership Award $2,500—Established by Charles McGaughey for upper-class students in the Schools of Business, Liberal Arts, and Science who demonstrate leadership abilities and an appreciation of basic American values. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required. Application deadline: Sept. 15.

Norman Brown Minority Achievers Program Up to $2,000—Students from racial and ethnic populations who have been historically underrepresented in institutions of higher education in Indiana are encouraged to apply. Eligible continuing students with minimum GPAs of 3.0, enrolled full time may apply for this scholarship. Deadline: March 1.

Staff of Life Scholarship $2,000—This scholarship is available to full-time professional students in the School of Allied Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, or School of Nursing undergraduate degree programs (either A.S. or B.S.). Available to seniors anticipating graduation the following May or students entering these programs in the fall, who are single custodial parents, eligible for financial aid (FAFSA application required), and are U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and who are Indiana residents. Deadline May 15.

Carnegie Fellowships $15,000—Six awards made each year to students with bachelor’s degrees studying philanthropy, but not in a degree program. Call the Center on Philanthropy at (317) 278-2858.

Friends of Women’s Studies Scholarships Amounts Vary—For students with a strong interest in Women’s Issues who have completed at least 6 credit hours in the program. Amounts vary from year to year. Contact Women’s Studies for more information at (317) 274-7611.

Arminda B. And Jean C. Bepko Scholarship $500—Students enrolled at IUPUI with a minor in Women’s Studies who have completed their freshman year and have a minimum 2.8 GPA are encouraged to apply. Contact Women’s Studies for more information at (317) 274-7611.

Women’s Rotary Club of Indianapolis $1,500—Nontraditional females returning after three years or more, enrolled at IUPUI for the academic year for education and preparation for reentry into the job market, starting a new career; must be 25 or older. Contact Women’s Studies for more information at (317) 274-7611.

Helen Mowery Scholarships $500-$1,000—This art scholarship is open to currently enrolled students who graduated from Warren or Lawrence Township high schools applying to Herron School of Art. Contact Herron School of Art for more information (317) 920-2416.

Zora Neale Hurston–Mari Evans Scholarships Up to $2,000—Graduate and undergraduate students. In honor of two leading women, this scholarship was created to encourage the study of subjects that transcend gender, race, age, culture, and economic status (such as creative arts including composing and music performance, liberal arts, or social sciences). Deadline Sept. 15.

IUPUI Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program Amount varies—UROP offers undergraduate research grants and travel funds to encourage and recognize undergraduates who participate in research and other creative projects with faculty in all disciplines, including music and art. Formal research credits may be earned toward graduation. Contact the UROP Program Director, (317) 274-1028 for more information.

Other scholarships are available for continuing students. These are awarded by schools and various programs. Students should check the material and Web sites for their school or program for these scholarships.