Academic Unit Scholarships and Awards 2009-10
Ernestine M. Raclin School of the Arts
School of Business and Economics
Program Division of Labor Studies
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Ernestine M. Raclin School of the Arts
For additional information regarding the following scholarships, please contact the Ernestine M. Raclin School of the Arts at (574) 520-4134 or toll free at 1-877-462-4872 x4134.
Broadway Theatre League of South Bend, Inc. Scholarship
This scholarship assists IU South Bend theatre majors in paying in-state tuition and fees. The amount of the scholarship is determined by available funds. The Ernestine M. Raclin School of the
Arts selects recipients.
Robert W. Demaree, Jr. Scholarship
For students enrolled in music. Scholarship is talent-based and requires a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4-point scale. Preference will be given to students studying vocal or choral music. Call (574) 520-4134 or toll free 1-877-462-4872 x4134.
William M. and Lucille E. Gering Scholarship
The undergraduate recipient(s) is enrolled in the Raclin School
of the Arts, has an interest in the study of communication arts, and has a record of academic excellence as demonstrated by a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4-point scale.
Gordon Scholarship for the Fine Arts
This scholarship is for incoming freshmen students enrolled at IU
South Bend who are pursuing a fine arts degree with a major or
concentration in visual or performing arts. Students must be graduates of Clay High School in South Bend, Indiana, and must
demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to students who
display academic merit. If there are no incoming freshmen who
qualify, and/or apply for the scholarship, sophomores, juniors,
seniors, and graduate students who meet the criteria are eligible. Application deadline is April 1.
Langland Fine Arts Scholarship
This scholarship is for an Indiana University South Bend student enrolled in either the bachelor of arts or
the bachelor of fine arts program entering their junior year. Awarded on artistic abilities in a studio discipline, an outstanding academic record, interest in other areas of knowledge, and a contribution to the community at large.
Rex and Alice A Martin Fellowship in Piano
A fellowship in piano for the highest caliber full-time graduate piano student with a declared piano major in the Toradze Piano Studio. The fellowship(s) is renewable on an annual basis, provided the student meets the criteria and expectations of the director and dean.
John C. and Georgia Ward-Bryant Scholarship
The scholarship is awarded to a student who is a
music major or minor in the Raclin School
of the Arts. The recipient is nominated for the award by a member of the
music area faculty, and is based upon excellence in musical performance as
demonstrated in auditions, semester performance juries, and/or student recitals.
Harold Zisla Art Scholarship
This scholarship is for undergraduate students enrolled in either the
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Fine Arts program in the Raclin
School of the Arts at IU South Bend. The scholarship is based on
artistic ability and interest shown in experimental art. Application deadline is April 1.
School of Business and Economics
For additional information regarding the following scholarships, please contact Patricia Agbetsiafa (e-mail: pagbetsi@iusb.edu) in the School of Business and Economics at (574) 520-4323 or toll free at 1-877-462-4872 x4323.
Beta Gamma Sigma Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a student member of Beta Gamma Sigma, the
international scholastic honor society for business students. Application deadline is February 20.
Paul J. and Deborah A. Cafiero Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to undergraduate students enrolled in the School of Business and Economics who have a record of academic excellence as demonstrated by a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
Preference is given to students who have demonstrated participation in community service. Application deadline is February 20.
Chase Scholarship
This award requires full time undergraduate enrollment and a family income below 80
percent
of the median income in the St. Joseph or Elkhart County metropolitan
statistical areas. Preference is given to a student majoring in the School of Business and Economic. Application deadline is February 20.
Donald Cline Scholarship
This scholarship is for undergraduate students with at least a 3.0
GPA. Applicants must be enrolled in the School of Business and Economics and
major in accounting. Application deadline is February 20.
Crowe Chizek and Company Accounting Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to an outstanding undergraduate accounting major.
CTS Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to an outstanding undergraduate finance major and/or graduate accounting major. The recipient of the graduate scholarship must be a student who does not
receive funding from their employer.
This is a $50 award to help defray the cost of textbooks. Students must meet the following criteria: enrolled for less than nine credit hours, have completed a minimum of 30 credit hours of study, be enrolled in an accounting class, and not be receiving financial aid except for parental support.
Finance Scholarship
This $500 scholarship is awarded to an outstanding undergraduate finance major.
Gerald E. Harriman Scholarship in Business & Economics
This $750 scholarship is awarded to students with junior status at the time of
application, enrolled in the School of Business and Economics, and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Application deadline is February 20.
James D. and Shirley A. Kowalski Entrepreneurship Scholarship
These are tuition remission scholarships that return $500 per course
for successful completion of any or all of the following courses: W311
New Venture Creation, W406
Venture Growth Management, and W408
Small Business Practicum.
RSM McGladrey Accounting Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to full time undergraduate accounting majors with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0. Other factors considered are students’ character and level of participation in extracurricular activities. The recipient of this scholarship must enroll in the following fall semester to receive the scholarship. Application deadline is February 20.
This scholarship is awarded to an outstanding undergraduate student beginning their senior year of studies with a minimum GPA of 3.5, and must be enrolled in the School of Business and Economics with a major in Finance.
Sharon Rose Miller Scholarship
This $3000 scholarship is awarded to a female undergraduate student enrolled in
the School of Business and Economics who has a minimum 3.5/4.0 GPA and financial need. The recipient may reapply for
the scholarship in subsequent years; it is not automatically renewable. Application deadline is
February 20.
Manohar D. Nasta Memorial Scholarship
This $1,500 scholarship is for IU South Bend juniors with a GPA of at least 3.0 and a
concentration in management
and administration. Application deadline is
February 20.
James Pattillo Memorial Scholarship
The
$1,000 scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate outstanding studentenrolled in the School of Business and Economics. Application deadline is February 20.
Robert N. Robinson Scholarship
Two $3,500 tuition scholarships are
awarded annually to outstanding undergraduate students in the accounting program.
Candidates must have a
cumulative 3.0 GPA, at least junior standing at the time of
application, and have completed at least 15 credit hours of accounting classes
at IU South Bend (including Introductory
Accounting). Application deadline is February 20.
John R. Swanda Jr. Ethics Award
This $750 award is given to an outstanding business student who best
exemplifies the highest standards of business ethics and professional behavior.
Underrepresented Student Scholarship
The $500 scholarships are awarded to meritorious African American, Hispanic,
or Native American undergraduate students majoring in business or economics. These
scholarships are intended to facilitate the School of Business and
Economics' efforts to provide educational opportunities to the entire
community. Three scholarships are awarded annually. Application deadline is February 20.
George A. Wing Memorial Scholarship in Economics and Finance
These scholarships are awarded
annually to undergraduate students currently majoring in economics or finance who
have completed 12 or more credit hours in economics or finance and plan on taking at least 6 credit hours at IU South Bend in the following
semester. Application deadline is February 20.
Dental Assisting Program
For additional information regarding the following scholarships, please contact the dental assisting program at (574) 520-4158 or toll free at 1-877-462-4872 x4158.
American Dental Association Endowment and Assistance Fund
Applicants must be enrolled as entering or first-year students at the
time of application. The maximum award is $1,000 to defray school expenses. Contact the American Dental
Association for applications. Application deadline is September 1.
North Central Dental Society Dental Assisting Grant
Applicants must be residents of Elkhart, Fulton, Kosciusko, Marshall, St. Joseph,
or Starke County and present evidence of financial need. Contact the IU South Bend dental education
office for details. Application deadline is November 1.
This is an award based on scholarship for a student enrolled in the Dental assisting program at the IU South Bend campus.
Juliette A. Southard/Oral-B Laboratories Scholarship
This scholarship is available to a student who is an ADAA member or an ADAA student member. Two letters of reference are required: one from a dental
professional and the other from a person of the applicant's own choice.
Send all application materials to the American Dental Assistants Association. Application information is available at (574) 520-4158 or toll free at 1-877-462-4872 x4158. The American Dental Assistants
Association must receive all documentation by January 31.
Dental Hygiene Program
For additional information regarding the following scholarships, please contact the dental hygiene program at (574) 520-4158 or toll free at 1-877-462-4872 x4158
Carol Dee Minichillo Memorial Scholarship
Applicants must be accepted into the IU South Bend dental hygiene
program (full- or part-time), must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, demonstrate strong
potential for becoming an outstanding member of the dental hygiene
profession, and show evidence of financial need. Information is available at the dental education
office. Application deadline is November 1.
This award is given to second year hygiene students in the IU South Bend program. Students must have demonstrated outstanding ability and interest in preventative patient education through disease control.
National Dental Association Foundation
This fund provides scholarships for underrepresented minority
students. An applicant must be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident status.
Applicants should submit a personal letter, two letters of
recommendation and the FAFSA. Applicants must also be a first- or
second-year student and maintain a membership in the Student National Dental Hygienist Association. Contact
the National Dental Hygiene Association for details. Application deadline is
November 1.
Proctor and Gamble Oral Health ADHA Institute Scholarship
Applicants must be accepted into the dental hygiene program and
maintain full-time status. Contact the American
Dental Hygienist Association for applications. Application deadline is May 1.
William S. and Kathryn L. Shields Distinguished Health Professions Scholarship
Recipients are
selected based on academic achievements, extracurricular activities,
service to others, financial need, work experience, and recommendations.
The scholarships, which are for tuition only, are available to
undergraduate students pursuing a four-year degree in Health Professions. The scholarship
is for students with the
potential for making outstanding contributions to the health profession.
Applicants must be formally admitted to IU South Bend, enroll full time in the
baccalaureate health profession program (sophomore, junior, or senior), have a
cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above, demonstrate financial need, participate
in extracurricular activities or service to the community, and submit at
least one recommendation from an employer and/or college or high school
faculty member. Application deadline is May 15.
School of Education
For additional information regarding the following scholarships, please contact the School of Education's student services office at (574) 520-4845 or toll free at 1-877-462-4872 x4845.
Richmond E. Calvin Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to an African American sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in education.
Students are selected based on academic performance and financial need. Preference is given to full-time students. Students can apply
for renewal and receive funding for a maximum of three years. Application deadline is March 1.
This scholarship supports graduate students enrolled in the Social Work Master's Degree program, and who demonstrate academic excellence by maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0. Contact the departmental office for applications.
School of Education Faculty Scholarship
This scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate education majors
enrolled in minimum 6 credit hours per semester. Preference is given to applicants with a minimum 3.5 GPA. Application deadline is April 1.
Wayne J. Krepel Scholarship
The scholarship is for junior and senior students enrolled in the School of
Education with an interest in becoming a teacher. Requirements are a minimum 2.5
GPA and financial need as determined by the FAFSAor equvalent. Preference will be given to average students who display academic growth. Application deadline is April 1.
Miholic Loan
This fund provides low-interest financial assistance to a student in the special education teacher preparation program. The loan is open to current and entering undergraduate and graduate students preparing for licensure in some area of special education. Applicants must show promise for completing the program within three years.
Minority Teacher and Special Education Services Scholarship
Applicants must be a minority (defined as Black or Hispanic) student seeking a special education teaching degree, or
their occupational or physical therapy certification; and an Indiana resident admitted as a full-time student. A 2.0 GPA is required. Those awarded the
scholarship must teach in an Indiana school or practice in the fields of occupational or
physical therapy for three out of five years following graduation. The
applications are available March 1; the application deadline is June 1.
James and Marilyn Parent Scholarship
This $500 scholarship is presented to an
undergraduate education major who has at least a 3.5 GPA, has
completed at least four semesters (48 hours) of full time enrollment at
IU South Bend, and has previously completed or is currently enrolled in student
teaching. The individual selected must show a commitment to children
and/or adolescents in school and in the community. Qualified applicants
will be invited to apply during the spring semester.
Rutherford B. Porter Scholarship
This $500 scholarship is open to full-time traditional junior, senior, or
graduate students with a declared major in special education; or a part-time,
nontraditional student working on a special education endorsement. Application deadline is April 19.
This scholarship is sponsored by the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County. It provides financial support for graduate students who are admitted to the master’s in counseling and human services program and are members of an underrepresented group, i.e. minorities and men, in that program. Applications are available in the counseling and human services department. Call (574)520-4244. Application deadline is December 2.
Elisabeth Sailor Memorial Scholarship
The $1000 scholarship is
presented to a sophomore/junior undergraduate education major who has a
cumulative GPA of 3.5. Applicants must have completed a minimum of 48
semester hours (full-time for 4 semesters) by the spring of the year of
application. Qualified applicants will be invited to apply. Application deadline is April 1.
Joseph and Wilma Stoner Education Scholarship
This $500 scholarship provides assistance to undergraduate students who are admitted to
the teacher education program. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester to be eligible. Preference is given to students who are single
parents through divorce or spousal death and who are gainfully employed a minimum of 15 hours per week outside
the home. Application deadline is April 1.
General Studies Program
For additional information, call (574) 520-4260 or toll free at 1-877-462-4872 x4260.
All General Studies program majors who meet the criteria are considered for the scholarship and merit awards. Scholarships are awarded based on a student's cumulative grade point average and number of IU credit hours. Merit awards are given based on a student's grade point average for the year immediately preceding the award year. A student must have been on the Dean's List for both the fall and spring semester of the year immediately preceding the award year to be eligible for the scholarship or merit awards.
Francis A and Florence G. Yeandel Scholarship
This scholarship supports students enrolled in the General Studies Program at Indiana University South Bend. Application deadline is April 1.
Division of Labor Studies
For additional information regarding the following scholarship, please contact the Division of Labor Studies at (574) 520-4469 or toll free at 1-877-462-4872 x4469.
Division of Labor Studies Educational Assistance Fund
The Indiana University
Division of Labor Studies (DLS) Educational Assistance Fund (EAF) is designed to provide limited financial aid to
union activists who are enrolled in the credit or non-credit programs of
the DLS. This fund is intended primarily for those
without access to other forms of financial aid. Grants are used only
for tuition and fees for classes available through the Division of Labor
Studies. Applications are available at the IU South Bend Office of Labor Studies; the
application deadline is thirty days prior to the starting date of the
course.
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
For additional information regarding the following scholarships, please contact the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at (574) 520-4267 or toll free at 1-877-462-4872 x4267.
Dean's Scholarship in the Humanities
This $500 scholarship is a merit award for the academic year.
Applicants must be enrolled at IU South Bend with a declared intent to complete a
degree in English, history, philosophy, women's
studies, or world language studies. Applicants must have completed a minimum of
48 semester hours
by the end of the spring semester and have at least a 3.5 GPA. A letter
of application and one letter of reference from a faculty member in the
student's major field is required. Apply to the Office of
the Associate Dean, College of Liberal Arts and
Sciences. Application deadline is March 1.
Dean's Scholarship in the Natural Sciences
This $500 scholarship is a merit award for the academic year.
Applicants must be enrolled at IU South Bend with a declared intent to complete a
degree in biological sciences, chemistry, computer sciences, informatics, mathematics,
or physics. Applicants must have completed a minimum of
48 semester hours
by the end of the spring semester and have at least a 3.5 GPA. A letter
of application and one letter of reference from a faculty member in the
student's major field is required. Apply to the Office of
the Associate Dean, College of Liberal Arts and
Sciences. Application deadline is March 1.
Dean's Scholarship in the Social and Behavioral Sciences
This $500 scholarship is a merit award for the academic year.
Applicants must be enrolled at IU South Bend with a declared intent to complete a
degree in economics, political science, psychology,
or sociology. Applicants must have completed a minimum of
48 semester hours
by the end of the spring semester and have at least a 3.5 GPA. A letter
of application and one letter of reference from a faculty member in the
student's major field is required. Apply to the Office of
the Associate Dean, College of Liberal Arts and
Sciences. Application deadline is March 1.
Dorothy Allen Memorial Mathematics Scholarship
This scholarship provides foreign undergraduate and graduate students majoring in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at IU South Bend with financial assistance in completing their degrees. Application deadline is March 15.
Michael S. Coffman, M. D., Fund Scholarship
The Michael S. Coffman, M. D., Fund Scholarship was established to provide financial support to
student enrolled at IU South Bend and majoring in biological science. Preference is given to pre-medical
students or students who are engaged in research in the biology department at IU South Bend.
The award is open to current and entering undergraduate students. Applicants
must be admitted to, or currently attending, IU South Bend. Application deadline is April 1.
CTS Corporation Continuing Student Scholarship in Physics
These scholarships
provide support beyond the freshman year for full-time students who are majoring in physics at IU South Bend. Recipients
are selected on the basis of completed university-level course work and the recommendations of faculty members familiar with their
work. Application deadline is February 14.
CTS Freshman Scholarship in Physics
These scholarships provide
at least $1,000 of support during the freshman year for students studying full time toward a degree in physics. Recipients are
selected on the basis of high school transcripts, standardized test scores (SAT/ACT), recommendations from individuals familiar with the
applicant's work in high school, and an essay describing the applicant's goals in studying physics. Recipients of a CTS
Freshman Scholarship who continue in good academic standing and make satisfactory progress toward a degree in physics
are eligible
for CTS Continuing Student Scholarships for up to three additional years of full-time study at IU South Bend. Application deadline is January 31.
This scholarship is for tuition and fees for undergraduate students at IU South Bend who have a declared major in criminal justice with the intent of entering the field of law enforcement after graduation. Students must meet the following criteria to be considered: must be a full time student; must be a sophomore, junior or senior; have a minimum GPA of 3.0; students cannot be eligible for financial assistance due to low income and must provide proof of household income as demonstrated on the W-2 forms from the prior tax year; and must provide essay with application including career goals; motivations for pursuing a degree in criminal justice (law enforcement), time frame for achieving degree, and why the student should be the recipient. The scholarship is renewable for up to three years. Students must reapply each year. Renewal based on academic performance and merit. Application deadline is March 1.
Linda M. Fritschner Fund for Academic Excellence in Sociology or AnthropologyThis award supports full- and part-time undergraduate student with a declared major or minor in Sociology and/or Anthropology at IU South Bend. Students must have completed 45 credits toward graduation, of which at least 30 credits must have been taken at IU South Bend. Students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Contact the Sociology departmental office for applications. Application deadline is April 1.
Professor Ernest H. Gerkin Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship provides a $1,000 merit award to students in chemistry, computer science, informatics, mathematics, or physics.
Students must have attained a minimum of 48 semester hours by the end of the spring semester with a GPA
of 3.5 or higher. Recipients can be full or pert-time students. Financial need will be considered, but is not a requirement. A letter of application and one letter of reference
from a faculty member in the student's major field is required. Apply to the Office of
the Associate Dean, College of Liberal Arts and
Sciences. Application deadline is March 1.
Dr. Ann M. Grens Biology Scholarship
This $500 scholarship is awarded to a biological sciences major who
demonstrates the motivation for academic success, commitment to peer mentoring,
and compassion for helping others that characterizes Dr. Ann Grens' outstanding
contribution to students. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA and have
completed BIOL-L 101, BIOL-L 102, and at least one upper level biology course.
Students must complete a one-page essay on "How have you helped others overcome the challenges of higher education and college life?" Applications are available in the Department of Biological Sciences. Application deadline is April 1.
This scholarship will be given to a deserving student at IU Sout Bend who has exhibited leadership in social and academic spheres to advance the women’s studies program. The scholarship is to be awarded at the annual lecture.
William J. Knight Scholarship
This scholarship provides financial support for computer science students at IU South Bend with potential for excellent academic achievement. Applications are available at the Department of Computer and Information Sciences. The award is open to current undergraduate and graduate students as well as promising incoming students. Call (574)520-4214 for more information. Application deadline is April 1.
George Nazaroff Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to chemistry students entering their senior year of study at IU South Bend. Criteria include a 3.0 GPA in chemistry and 2.5 cumulative GPA, contribution to departmental activities, hard work, and an intellectual attitude. Information and applications are available at the Department of Chemistry. Call (574) 520-4278
or toll free 1-877-462-4872 x4278. Application deadline is April 1.
Philosophy Alumni Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded every two years to a student majoring in philosophy. The
amount of the award is determined by the available funds at the time of the
award.
J. Wesley and Roberta Robbins Scholarship
This $500 scholarship is a merit award for the academic year. Applicants
must have completed a minimum of 48 semester hours by the end of the spring
semester (Junior status) and have at least 3.0 GPA. Preference is given to those who exhibit
an interest in the
interaction of science and religion by their course work and stated research
interests. Application deadline is March 1.
This award is to support travel for students in any academic field who meet the following criteria: admitted to and enrolled in one of the undergraduate or graduate programs at IU South Bend; will spend the travel period in formal study and/or approved reseach project in a foreign country; have a minimum 2.5 GPA for undergrauduate or 3.0 GPA for graduate; declare intent to succeddfully complete at least two semesters of undergrauate or one semester of graduate work. Application deadline is April 1.
Catherine Romano-Orth Sociology ScholarshipThis scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student accepted or enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences who is majoring in sociology. The scholarship is renewable. Preference shall be given to students who meet the following criteria; financial need, a letter stating why the scholarship should be awarded to the applicant, a minimum GPA of 3.3, and a single parent. Application deadline is March 1.
Catherine Romano-Orth Women’s Studies ScholarshipThis scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student accepted or enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences who is majoring in women’s studies. The scholarship is renewable. Preference shall be given to students who meet the following criteria: financial need, a letter stating why the scholarship should be awarded to the applicant, a minimum GPA of 3.3, and a single parent. Application deadline is March 1.
Joseph J. Ross AwardThis award is given to deserving chemistry majors as determined by the Chemistry Department at IU South Bend.
Ariela Royer Fund Scholarship
This scholarship is given to an undergraduate student minoring in gerontology. Further information is available from the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, (574) 520-5509. Application
UPDATED DEADLINE is April 21.
John P. Russo Fund Scholarship
Established to provide current
undergraduate and graduate students majoring
in computer and information sciences with
financial assistance.Undergraduate students must have a minimum of 45 credits toward graduation, of which 30 credits must have been taken at IU South Bend; a GPA of 3.0 or above for each semester (cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above); completion of at least four core courses in computer sciences at IU South Bend; full-time student status; and registering for a minimum of 3 credits of computer sciences per semester. Graduate students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5; completion of at least 15 graduate computer science credits at IU South Bend; and full-time student status. Click here
for more information and the printable application. Application deadline is
April 1.
This scholarship will be awarded to full-time undergraduate students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences with a declared major in humanities, social and behavioral sciences, physical sciences, mathematics or computer sciences and informatics. The basis for the scholarship is merit as determined by a minimum GPA of 3.5. The students must have completed a minimum of 48 credit hours by the end of the spring academic semester. The scholarship may be used for tuition and/or books, or any other academic-related expenses.
School of Nursing
For additional information regarding the following scholarships, please contact the School of Nursing at (574) 520-4571 or toll free at 1-877-462-4872 x4571.
Harriett J. Dodd Nursing Scholarship
Recipients are carefully selected based on academic
achievements, financial
need, and recommendations. The scholarships, which are
for tuition only, are available to students without a registered nursing
license and are beginning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
degree. Application deadline is June 1.
Raymond and Frances B. Grandorf Scholarship
Recipients are selected based
on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, community service,
financial need, and recommendations. Scholarships are available for BSN
and RN/BSN students enrolled in clinical courses. Applicants must be
formally admitted to IU South Bend, enroll in the BSN or RN/BSN program, have a
cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above, demonstrate financial need, participate in extracurricular activities or service to the community,
and submit at least one recommendation. Application deadline is March 1.
Indiana University School of Nursing
Each year approximately 15 scholarships are available from the IU School
of Nursing. Applications are available in February and are due by March 1.
This scholarship will be awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in the amount of $1,000 who is pursuing a bachelor of science in nursing at IU South Bend. The student must have a minimum GPA of 2.9. Application deadline is April 1.
Nursing Scholarship Fund Program [State Student Assistance Commission of Indiana (SSACI)]
Applicants must be admitted to IU South Bend as a full-time (12 hours or more)
or part-time (6-11 hours) nursing student, be an Indiana resident, and agree
in writing to work in any type of Indiana health care setting for at least
two years following graduation. Applicants must demonstrate financial
need, and have a GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or meet the
minimum GPA requirements established for the university's nursing program.
Consideration is not given to anyone in default on a state- or
federally-sponsored student loan. Application deadline is May 15.
John O'Connor Nursing Scholarship
Recipients are carefully selected based on academic
achievements, extracurricular activities, service to others, financial
need, work experience, and recommendations. The scholarship, for female
students, covers tuition only and is for individuals not holding a
registered nursing license, but who are beginning the Bachelor of Science
in Nursing degree. Application deadline is June 1.
William S. and Kathryn L. Shields Distinguished Health Professions Scholarship
Recipients are
selected based on academic achievements, extracurricular activities,
service to others, financial need, work experience, and recommendations.
The scholarships, which are for tuition only, are available to
undergraduate students pursuing a four-year degree in Health Professions. The scholarship
is for students with the
potential for making outstanding contributions to the health profession.
Applicants must be formally admitted to IU South Bend, enroll full time in the
baccalaureate health profession program (sophomore, junior, or senior), have a
cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above, demonstrate financial need, participate
in extracurricular activities or service to the community, and submit at
least one recommendation from an employer and/or college or high school
faculty member. Application deadline is May 15.
Division of Radiography
For additional information regarding the following scholarships, please contact the Division of Radiography at (574) 520-5570 or toll free at 1-877-462-4872 x5570.
MRI Center Radiography Scholarship
This scholarship is given to undergraduate and graduate students who are formally admitted to the clinical professional program in radiography at IU South Bend, demonstrate financial need, and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA for all clinical coursework within the program. Consideration is given to employees of MRI Center/Radiology, Inc. Application deadline is April 1.
RadiographyInc. Education Scholarship Fund
This scholarship is given to undergraduate and graduate students who are formally
admitted to the clinical professional program in radiography at IU South Bend,
demonstrate financial need, and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA for all clinical
coursework within the clinical professional program. Application deadline is April 1.
William S. and Kathryn L. Shields Distinguished Health Professions Scholarship
Recipients are
selected based on academic achievements, extracurricular activities,
service to others, financial need, work experience, and recommendations.
The scholarships, which are for tuition only, are available to
undergraduate students pursuing a four-year degree in Health Professions. The scholarship
is for students with the
potential for making outstanding contributions to the health profession.
Applicants must be formally admitted to IU South Bend, enroll full time in the
baccalaureate health profession program (sophomore, junior, or senior), have a
cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above, demonstrate financial need, participate
in extracurricular activities or service to the community, and submit at
least one recommendation from an employer and/or college or high school
faculty member. Application deadline is May 15.
For additional information regarding the scholarships listed, please e-mail Student Scholarships by asking a question online, or call (574) 520-4483 (toll free: 1-877-462-4872 extension 4483).
