Students

How to Apply

Thanks for your interest in being a part of the Groups Scholars Program. Start now for your opportunity to be a part of a program that puts students first and will be with you from the start of your application to graduation if accepted. If you are ready to start, use the following step-by-step instructions below to successfully complete your application to the Groups Scholars Program. Application deadline for Academic year 2025-2026 will be April 1, 2025.

Step 1: IU Application
Step 2: Contact Recommender for Groups application worksheet and complete application online
Step 3: Complete Group Scholars Application

Becoming a Groups Scholar

To be eligible for the Groups Scholars programs students must meet the following requirements:

Be a resident of the state of Indiana
Be a U.S (United States). citizen or eligible non-citizen (Has a green card)
Meet the income and eligibility guidelines for PELL eligibility+
Please contact us directly to obtain information contained in these documents in an accessible format.
Have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of at least 2.3
Complete the minimum (34 hours) college preparatory courses (Core40)
Personal characteristics also are an important part of being a Groups Scholar. We look for students who demonstrate a positive attitude, a sense of civility, the ability to persevere, and a strong motivation to succeed, an excellent attendance record, and a commitment to earn a college degree.
Students must be recommended to the program.
Must file the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) by the priority deadline of April 15

Size of Family Unit	Family’s Annual Income MUST be Below
1	$35,000
2	$45,000
3	$55,000
4	$65,000
5	$75,000
6	$85,000
7	$95,000
8	$105,000
Greater than 8	Add $10,000 for each additional member

Questions? Contact us! groupsnw@iu.edu | 219.980.6838

Students

How to Apply

Becoming a Groups Scholar

Eligibility Criteria

Income Guidelines