Income and eligibility guidelines

Do I qualify?

A recommendation from a Groups Scholars Recommender is the only way to gain an opportunity to apply to the Groups Scholars Program. You must:

  1. Be a resident of the state of Indiana (at least one of the applicant’s parents or legal guardians must live in Indiana.) No exceptions.
  2. Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen (have a green card)
  3. Meet the Minimum College Preparatory Courses: Refer to IUB (Academic
    Preparation)
    • 8 credits (semesters) of English: such as literature, grammar, composition and journalism.
    • 7 credits (semesters) of mathematics: including 4 semesters of algebra and 2 semesters of geometry (or an equivalent 6 semesters of integrated algebra and geometry) AND 1 semester of calculus, pre-calculus or trigonometry. 
    • 6 credits (semesters) of social science: including 2 semesters of U.S. history, 2 semesters of world history/civilization/geography, and 2 additional semesters in government, economics, sociology, history, or similar topics.
    • 6 credits (semesters) of science: including at least 4 semesters of laboratory sciences (biology, chemistry, or physics)
    • 4 credits (semesters) of world languages
    • 3 or more credits (semesters) of additional College Preparatory Courses: additional mathematics courses are recommended for students intending to pursue a science degree and additional world language courses are recommended for all students. Students should schedule and complete at least 3 academic courses during the second semester of senior year. (Mid-year graduation is not recommended.)  NOTE: Application does NOT guarantee admission.
  4. You must meet the income guidelines and eligibility criteria below:
    Size of Family Unit Family’s Annual Income MUST be below

    Size of Family UnitFamily'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$95,0000
    8$105,000
    Greater than 8Add $10,000 for each additional member
    *Family's annual income will be verified based on the information entered on the student's FAFSA.
  5. Have a MANDATORY minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.
  6. SAT/ ACT test optional.

NOTE: There are housing options for transgender individuals at IUB. Information for roommate selection for the SEP will be provided to students via email after attending the Cream & Crimson Welcome at IUB. Meeting all of the requirements does NOT guarantee admission.