Minority Research Scholars Program
Beginning Freshman & Transfer Student Scholarship Requirements
- Full Tuition and Fees
- Deadline: March 1, admission and application.
- The Minority Research
Scholars Program is aimed at attracting academically talented under-represented
students to the Schools of Science, Engineering and Technology, Allied Health,
Dentistry ( Dental Hygiene), Business School, Nursing, Physical Education
or Social Work. The research component is designed not only to acclimate students
to a research setting, but also to actively involve them in undergraduate
research activities. This is a highly competitive scholarship. Research mentors
from IUPUI faculty and the corporate sector help the scholar to structure
their research program. To apply, submit application (additional forms will
be required if selected as a finalist) and meet the following criteria:
- Student must be a member of a minority/underrepresented group.
- Student must be in the top 25% of their graduating class and have at least a 1000 SAT or 21 ACT score.
- Student must have at least a B grade in all math and science courses.
- Student must supply at least two (2) letters of recommendation, one which must be from a math or science teacher.
- Student must submit a 1-2 page essay explaining what experiences have motivated the student to choose a science-based career.
- Student must be an Indiana resident AND be a US citizen or permanent resident. A scholar may continue in the program for up to 4 years if he/she maintains a cumulative 3.0 GPA.
- Contact Dr. Marchusa
Huff at 274-8049 for more information.
For more information and application materials call the IUPUI Scholarship Office (317) 274-5516 or Contact Us.
