Returning and Non-traditional Student Scholarships

(Please note that *Asterisk indicates that the scholarship can be applied for using the general Continuing Student Scholarship application.)

*Adult Outstanding Scholarship

Up to $1,000
Deadline: March 15

Motivated adult (30+) returning students with at least 12 credit hours and a minimum GPA of 3.3 in all courses since returning, who are working towards their first baccalaureate degree.

Altrusa Scholarship

$500 annually
Deadline: April 1

Open to adults returning to school after a minimum of five years, who have completed at least six credit hours with a minimum 2.0 GPA in current course work. Must be seeking a certificate or undergraduate degree, and be a resident of Central Indiana (Marion and its eight surrounding counties). Applications available at the Scholarship Office in CA 103 after February 15th.

IUPUI Outstanding GED Scholarship

$2,000 annually renewable for 4 years
Deadline: April 1 admission

Students who achieve an average standard score of 650 or higher on the GED Test and are unconditionally admitted to IUPUI are eligible to receive this scholarship (no separate application required). Renewable with maintenance of a minimum 3.0 GPA and full-time enrollment.

*Jonathan A. Carter Memorial Scholarship

Up to $500
Deadline: March 15

This scholarship is designated for part-time returning and/or non-traditional male students who may not otherwise qualify for financial assistance. Students must exhibit qualities of caring for others, desire to succeed and a strong work ethic. Preference will be given to a student majoring in business. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

*Dr. Arthur Mirsky Senior Academy Returning-Student Scholarship

Up to $2,000
Deadline: March 1, admission and application

The Senior Academy at IUPUI has established a scholarship program designed to partially support tuition and books for students who, for some reason, dropped out of college-level status for at least 5 years and are now planning to return to school in order to complete their first undergraduate degree. Applications will be reviewed by the Senior Academy Scholarship Awards Committee. Applicants must (1) meet regular admission requirements to IUPUI, (2) have had a grade point average of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale for previous college credits, and (3) agree to enroll in at least 6 credit hours per semester at IUPUI. The applicant must also submit one letter of recommendation and complete an essay.

Women’s Rotary Club of Indianapolis Scholarship

$1,500
Deadline: January 25

Non-traditional females returning after 3 years or more, enrolled at IUPUI for the academic year for education and preparation for re-entry into the job market and/or starting a new career are eligible to apply. Applicant must be 25 years or older. Contact Women’s Studies for more information at (317) 274-7611.