Application Information for Continuing Students

In order to be considered for IUPUI competitive scholarships, you must fill out a scholarship application. You can print an application from your personal computer and mail it to the Scholarship Office, come to IUPUI and pick up an application or contact our office and we will send you an application in the mail. You can contact us by emailing us at escholar@iupui.edu or by calling (317) 274-5516.

Instructions for downloading the application:

1. Click on the application for the scholarship you are interested in.
2. If you have Adobe Acrobat, a new window will open up with the application in it and you can print it off and fill it out!

To download Adobe Acrobat Reader:

1. Click on the words "Adobe Acrobat Reader" and you will be taken to the Adobe page. Look for a link that says "Acrobat Reader" at the bottom of the page and click on it.
2. Follow the instructions on the Adobe web site and install the program.

Download the Continuing Student Scholarship 2010-2011 Application [PDF]

Download the Continuing Student Scholarship 2010-2011 Recommendation Form [PDF]

Scholarship Deadlines for Continuing Student Applicants

January

• Arminda B. and Jean C. Bepko
• Friends of Women’s Studies Scholarship
• Indiana Geology & Gem Society Scholarship
• IUPUI Geology Alumni Scholarship
• Women’s Rotary Club of Indianapolis

February

• Most Liberal Arts scholarships
• Challenger Scholarship
• Commitment to Engineering Excellence Scholarship
• Hurston-Evans Scholarship
• International Experience Scholarship
• For Summer, Fall and Academic Year Programs
  • SROP - Summer Research Opportunities Program
  • School of Science Scholarships
  • Sam Masarachia Scholarship

March

• Central Indiana Chapter of the IUAA Scholarship
• Corey Elson Scholarship
• Diversity Scholars Research Program
• IU Alumni Club Scholarship
• Irving J. Levy Scholarship
• Jesse H. & Beulah Chanley Cox Scholarship
• Math and Science Education Scholarship
• Olaniyan Scholars Program
• Peter J. George Scholarship
• Sam H. Jones Community Service Scholarship
• Sam Masarachia Scholarship
• Senior Academy Academic Scholarship
• Senior Academy Returning-Student Scholarship
• Teach Science – Noyce Scholarship
• Welfare Service League Scholarship
• World Police & Fire Games Scholarship

April

• Altrusa Scholarship
• IU Alumni Association Scholarship
• Katharine A. Belzer Scholarship
• Herron School of Art Scholarships
• IUPUI Outstanding GED Scholarship
• International Student Grant (Fall Semester)
• Nina Mason Pulliam Scholars Program
• School of Continuing Studies Dean’s Scholarship and the Ford P. Hall Scholarship
• SPEA Alumni Association Scholarship

May

• Adult Outstanding Scholarship
• J.A. Abell
• David L. Robbins Scholarship
• Mary E. Burns Scholarship
• Charles O. McGaughey Leadership Award
• Dean of Science Scholarship
• Continuing Honors Scholarship
• Indiana Members Credit Union Scholarship
• IUPUI Outstanding GED Scholarship
• IUPUI Outstanding Transfer Student Scholarship
• Jonathan A. Carter Scholarship
• McCracken Assist Scholarship
• Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
• Richard Rapala Scholarship
• Andrew S. Cebula Scholarship
• Robert E. Cavanaugh Scholarship
• SSACI Education & Nursing Scholarship
• Welfare Service League Scholarship

October

• International Experience Scholarship (Spring Programs)

November

• International Student Grant (Spring Semester)
• Samuel L. Hopper Scholarship
• IUPUI Outstanding Transfer Student Scholarship
• Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
• J.A. Abell

Tips for Applying

• Submit only a typed or neatly printed (in black ink only) application.
• Make sure you use your grammar and spell check on your computer. It is also a good idea to have another set of eyes review your work to catch any mistakes!
• If you can send it by FAX, follow up to make sure it was received in its entirety. Sometimes the transmission doesn't go through, or the receiving end ran out of paper or some other contingency that will jeopardize your chances if you don't follow up.
• If you are applying at the last minute, make sure your application will be received by the deadline – call to see where to drop off the application or FAX it. Follow up to make sure it arrived. Sometimes, just taking this extra step will demonstrate your seriousness with the details.
• For those scholarships that do rely on financial need, your FAFSA must be filed by March 10th in order to qualify!
• Correspond with those who will be writing your letters of recommendation frequently, reminding them of the deadline and answering any questions they may have for you. The more familiar they are with your qualifications, the better the quality of the letter of recommendation!

More Tips for Applying

Essays: It goes without saying that essays should observe the general rules of English. It is also recommended that you put your name on each page of the essay. Cover pages, plastic report covers, etc. are not necessary and will be removed when we process them. Because faculty read the essays to understand you better and gauge your abilities, be sure to edit thoroughly, use spell check, and have someone else review your essay. Originality is encouraged, but observance of grammar rules is even more important!

Interviews: Some of the scholarships require interviews of the final candidates. Some competitive scholarships will require an interview during the final selection process. Be sure to dress professionally and be prepared. It is always helpful to have a “script” about your educational goals, how this scholarship will help you achieve those goals, as well as an explanation about the unique qualities you have to offer to the scholarship program.

Recommendation forms: Forms must be completed by an academic advisor or faculty member who can attest to your character and academic performance. If you have been out of school for some time, you may submit recommendation forms from clergy members or employers. Recommenders cannot be family members. If the recommenders write additional comments on a sheet of paper, this should be on letterhead and sealed with the recommendation form, then sent to our office. Note: Recommendations can be used for multiple scholarships if applicable. However, make sure the eligible criteria for the specific scholarship for which you are applying is reinforced by your recommender.