Incoming Freshmen Students
University of Southern Indiana Scholarships and Grants
New students are encouraged to apply for admission no later than March 1 prior to their initial fall semester to ensure consideration for all scholarships. Many scholarships also require completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to March 10th each year. Some scholarships require a separate application - they are noted below.
Departmental Scholarship
Award amounts may vary. To qualify, students residing
in Indiana or selected counties in Kenutcky must rank in the top 25 percent
of their high school class and be enrolled in the Indiana Academic Honors or
Kentucky Pre-College Curriculum. A separate application is not
required; the USI Undergraduate Application for Admission serves as the
application for the Departmental Scholarship.
Kentucky students who are residents of Daviess, Hancock, Henderson, and Union counties will be considered for the Departmental Scholarship. Click here for more information.
Presidential Scholarship
Indiana students ranked first or second in their senior class may qualify to
compete for Presidential Scholarships which cover full tuition and housing;
in addition, a yearly stipend for books and board is provided.
Applicants must attend a state-commissioned high school in Indiana and
earn an SAT score of 1200 (without writing component) or 1800 (with writing
component), or an ACT composite score of 27. Qualifying students may
receive a USI Presidential Scholarship application with initial acceptance.
The USI Presidential Scholarship application, including related admission
materials and most recent high school transcript, must be submitted by
January 15th.
Baccalaureate/Doctor of Medicine
Scholarship
Through a competitive interview
process, the University of Southern Indiana provides a full tuition
scholarship for four years of undergraduate study as well as provisional
acceptance into the Indiana University Medical School. Qualifications
include a minimum 3.5/4.0 high school grade point average and an SAT score
of 1200 (without writing component) or 1800 (with writing component), or an
ACT composite score of 27. The B/MD application, including related
admission materials and most recent high school transcript, must be
submitted by January 15. Please
click here for a printable version of the B/MD application.
Distinguished Scholar Award
For Indiana's
National Merit Scholarship Finalists, Semifinalists, and Achievers, the
University of Southern Indiana provides an award covering full tuition and
housing, along with a yearly stipend for books and board. Applicants must
submit a Distinguished Scholar Award application, the USI application for
admission, an official high school transcript, and SAT or ACT scores by
February 1st.
Non-Resident Top Scholar Award
This scholarship is designated for outstanding
students residing outside the state of Indiana. Students must rank in
the top 10 percent of their high school class or earn a 3.75/4.0 grade point
average. In addition to GPA, or class rank, students must achieve a
combined score of 1700 (with writing component) or 1100 (without writing
component) on the SAT or earn an ACT composite score of 25. Recipients
are provided an opportunity to attend the University of Southern Indiana
while paying in-state tuition and fees. A separate application is not
required; the USI Undergraduate Application for Admission serves as the
application for the Non-Resident Top Scholar Award.
The following scholarship and grant is automatically awarded to outstanding students residing in Illinois and Kentucky pursuing an undergraduate degree and will increase in value as tuition increases. These programs are open to both new freshmen and new transfer students who are permanent residents of Illinois or Kentucky. Recipients must enroll in the fall and spring terms following receipt of award notification.
Regional Academic Scholarship
A minimum 2.75/4/0 cumulative high school grade point average is required.
Transfer students must have a minimum 2.75/4.0 cumulative college grade
point average. In addition to grade point average, a minimum SAT score
of 1500 (with writing component) or 1000 (without writing component) or 21
composite ACT is required. Eligible recipients will receive a
scholarship valued at over $5,500 per year compared to out-of-state tuition
rates. Students will pay $189.24 per credit hour. Such students
must reside in University-provided housing.
*Note: Students offered this award who choose not to live in University housing will receive the Non-Resident Grant listed below.
Non-Resident Grant
A minimum of 2.5 (4.0 scale) cumulative high school grade point average is
required. Transfer students must have a minimum 2.0 (4.0 scale)
cumulative college grade point average. Eligible recipients will
receive a scholarship valued at over $4,000 per year compared to
out-of-state tuition rates. Students will pay $236.55 per credit hour.
Recipients must enroll in the fall and spring terms following receipt of award notification. Students may be enrolled part-time or full-time and must successfully complete 67% of all USI attempted credit hours and 2.0 minimum cumulative GPA for renewal.
*Note: The value of these Scholarships/Grants/Awards will increase if the USI tuition rate increases.
Indiana-Kentucky Reciprocal Tuition
Program
Permanent legal residents of Henderson, Daviess, Hancock, and Union counties
in Kentucky may pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree at USI and pay
Indiana tuition rates. Students who begin their education under this program
will be permitted to complete their degree with full program benefits as long
they remain continually enrolled in all regular (fall/spring) terms and are
otherwise eligible on the basis of residency and academic criteria.
Twenty-First Century Scholars Textbook Award
Students who are eligible for the Twenty-First Century Scholars award
from the State of Indiana are also eligible for a $200 per year textbook award
from the University of Southern Indiana beginning in the second year of attendance.
These awards are renewable and may be received for a total of three years
as long as student eligibility for the Twenty-First Century Scholars program
continues.
USI Foundation Scholarships
Students who apply for admission to USI by March 1 of their senior
year of high school and complete the FAFSA by March 1 are automatically considered
for one of approximately 50 merit-based USI Foundation Scholarships awarded
each year. Awards range from $400 to $2,000 per academic year. Scholarship
recipients are notified in mid-April.
ROTC Scholarships
Army ROTC at USI offers 2, 3, and 4 year
scholarships. Students can choose to apply their
scholarship funds to pay for tuition, or to pay for campus housing.
Recipients of Army ROTC scholarships can serve on Active Duty, in the
Army Reserve, or in the Army National Guard. Students wishing to
apply
should have a current academic CGPA of 2.5 or higher, and they should be
prepared to complete the President's Fitness Test prior to awarding of a
scholarship. A physical examination is also
required, which is paid for by Army ROTC. Army
ROTC scholarships pay 100% of a student's tuition (up to $17,000 per year) and
mandatory fees, as well as reimburse students for the purchase of textbooks
(up to $600 annually). Recipients of Army ROTC
scholarships are paid a monthly stipend during the months they are enrolled in
classes. Freshmen receive $250 per month;
Sophomores receive $300 per month; Juniors receive $350 per month; Seniors
receive $400 per month. Summer benefits are
limited to $5,000 tuition, and $200 for books. For
more information, contact Major Mark South at (812) 461-5304.
Music Performance Scholarship
Music performance
scholarships are available for members of Mid-America Singers and Band. Contact
the director of Mid-America Singers and Band in the School of Liberal Arts
at 812/464-1736 for audition information.
Theatre/Drama Scholarship
Individuals interested
in assisting with the production of theatrical events may contact the director
of Theatre in the Communications
Department at 812/464-1734 for information concerning theatre/drama scholarships.
Athletic Scholarship
Women's sports include
basketball, softball, volleyball, soccer, cross country, golf, and tennis.
Men's sports include basketball, baseball, soccer, golf, tennis, and cross
country. Student athletes desiring information on athletic grant-in-aid scholarships
may contact the director of Athletics
at 812/464-1846.
It is recommended that students attach a list of extra-curricular activities and community service to their USI Admission Application. These scholarships, except as noted, are renewable based upon continued enrollment and maintenance of specific grade point minimums.
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