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💰 Indiana University-East Merit Scholarships

Total Scholarships
11
Automatic
7
In-State Awards
$500/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$500/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$2,000-$24,000 total
Typical Requirements for Automatic Merit
3.2 GPA / 24 ACT

Indiana University-East awards merit scholarships automatically on GPA and test scores, with no separate application. Awards run $500/yr for out-of-state students. Eligibility starts at 3.2 GPA / 24 ACT. Against tuition of $22,104, students receiving the largest award pay about $21,604 a year before other aid.

What you'd actually pay at Indiana University-East

Tuition & fees
$22,104
−
Largest annual award
$500
=
Students receiving it pay about
$21,604/yr

Tuition and fees only — housing (about $644), books and travel are extra. Awards must still be won and may carry renewal conditions. Need-based aid is separate and may reduce this further.

Official Scholarship Information
View complete details on Indiana University-East's website
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Automatic merit scholarships at Indiana University-East — no separate application

7 awards granted on your admission application, based on GPA and test scores.

Academic Achievement Scholarship - Level One
Award
$20,000 total in-state
$20,000 total out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.8+ • ACT 29+ • SAT 1360+
These scholarships require no separate application and are **automatically** offered if you meet the specified academic criteria. #### IU East Valedictorian and Salutatorian Scholarships $24,000 * **Award:** $24,000 ($6,000 annually for 4 years)
Eligibility: Students admitted by February 15, 2024 who are ranked first or second in their high school class may qualify for this scholarship. Students must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident.
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Academic Achievement Scholarship - Level Two
Award
$16,000 total in-state
$16,000 total out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.8+ • ACT 26+ • SAT 1270+
These scholarships require no separate application and are **automatically** offered if you meet the specified academic criteria. #### IU East Valedictorian and Salutatorian Scholarships $24,000 * **Award:** $24,000 ($6,000 annually for 4 years)
Eligibility: Students admitted by February 15, 2024 who are ranked first or second in their high school class may qualify for this scholarship. Students must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident.
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Chancellor’s Scholarships - Level One
Award
$12,000 total in-state
$12,000 total out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.5+ • ACT 25+ • SAT 1220+
These scholarships require no separate application and are **automatically** offered if you meet the specified academic criteria. #### IU East Valedictorian and Salutatorian Scholarships $24,000 * **Award:** $24,000 ($6,000 annually for 4 years)
Eligibility: Students admitted by February 15, 2024 who are ranked first or second in their high school class may qualify for this scholarship. Students must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident.
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Chancellor’s Scholarships - Level Two
Award
$8,000 total in-state
$8,000 total out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.5+ • ACT 24+ • SAT 1170+
These scholarships require no separate application and are **automatically** offered if you meet the specified academic criteria. #### IU East Valedictorian and Salutatorian Scholarships $24,000 * **Award:** $24,000 ($6,000 annually for 4 years)
Eligibility: Students admitted by February 15, 2024 who are ranked first or second in their high school class may qualify for this scholarship. Students must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident.
Source ↗
IU East Academic Excellence Scholarship (Test-optional)
Award
$6,000 total in-state
$6,000 total out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.5+
These scholarships require no separate application and are **automatically** offered if you meet the specified academic criteria. #### IU East Valedictorian and Salutatorian Scholarships $24,000 * **Award:** $24,000 ($6,000 annually for 4 years)
Eligibility: Students admitted by February 15, 2024 who are ranked first or second in their high school class may qualify for this scholarship. Students must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident.
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IU East Success Scholarship (Test-optional)
Award
$4,000 total in-state
$4,000 total out-of-state
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.2+
These scholarships require no separate application and are **automatically** offered if you meet the specified academic criteria. #### IU East Valedictorian and Salutatorian Scholarships $24,000 * **Award:** $24,000 ($6,000 annually for 4 years)
Eligibility: Students admitted by February 15, 2024 who are ranked first or second in their high school class may qualify for this scholarship. Students must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident.
Source ↗
IU East Valedictorian and Salutatorian Scholarships
Award
$24,000 total in-state
$24,000 total out-of-state
These scholarships require no separate application and are **automatically** offered if you meet the specified academic criteria. #### IU East Valedictorian and Salutatorian Scholarships $24,000 * **Award:** $24,000 ($6,000 annually for 4 years)
Eligibility: Students admitted by February 15, 2024 who are ranked first or second in their high school class may qualify for this scholarship. Students must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident.
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Other scholarships at Indiana University-East (4)

These require a separate application, or the school does not publish their eligibility criteria.

Community College Transfer Scholarship
$2,000 total
* **Award:** $2,000 ($1,000 annually for 2 years)
Eligibility: Students who complete all requirements for an associate degree at a two-year community college are eligible for this scholarship. Selection is based on the transferability of coursework into an IU East bachelor’s degree and the student’s community college GPA.
How to apply: ["admission and scholarship application"]
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IU East Distinguished Scholars
$24,000 total
#### IU East Distinguished Scholars $24,000 * **Award:** $24,000 ($6,000 annually for 4 years) * **Deadline:** February 15, 2023, admission and scholarship application
Eligibility: Students ranking in the top 10 percent of their high school class with exceptional SAT (Combination of Math and Evidence based Reading and Writing) or ACT scores are eligible to apply for this competitive scholarship. Emphasis will be placed on academic excellence, but extracurricular activities and community service will also be considered. Students must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident.
How to apply: ["separate scholarship application", "application via One.IU (admission and scholarship application required)"]
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IU East Outstanding Scholars
$16,000 total
#### IU East Distinguished Scholars $24,000 * **Award:** $24,000 ($6,000 annually for 4 years) * **Deadline:** February 15, 2023, admission and scholarship application
Eligibility: Students ranking in the top 10 percent of their high school class with exceptional SAT (Combination of Math and Evidence based Reading and Writing) or ACT scores are eligible to apply for this competitive scholarship. Emphasis will be placed on academic excellence, but extracurricular activities and community service will also be considered. Students must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident.
How to apply: ["separate scholarship application", "application via One.IU (admission and scholarship application required)"]
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Juanita Rothert Scholarship Fund
$500/yr
Approximately $500 per year.
Eligibility: Awarded to a current IU East nursing student for demonstrated academic merit and potential for contributions to the nursing profession. Minimum GPA: 2.50
How to apply: ["complete the scholarship application online through One.IU"]
Source ↗

Common questions about Indiana University-East scholarships

How much merit aid does Indiana University-East give?

Published awards range $500/yr. Indiana University-East lists 11 merit scholarships in total.

What GPA or test scores do you need for a scholarship at Indiana University-East?

The lowest published threshold across automatic awards is 3.2 GPA / 24 ACT. Individual scholarships set their own cutoffs.

Does Indiana University-East give merit scholarships to out-of-state students?

Yes. Awards for out-of-state students run $500/yr.

Is there a full-ride scholarship at Indiana University-East?

Not a full ride. The largest published award covers about 2% of tuition.

Do you have to apply separately for merit scholarships at Indiana University-East?

6 of the published awards are granted automatically on your admission application, with no separate scholarship application.

💡 Tip: Award amounts and cutoffs change year to year. Confirm current figures with Indiana University-East's financial aid office before making decisions — or check their scholarship page.

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