Quick Fact
IUP is recognized as a "Public Ivy," a term for a select few public colleges and universities that offer academic environments comparable to those at Ivy League schools but at affordable prices.
Board of Governors Scholarship (BOG)
The Pennsylvania Board of Governors Scholarship recognizes the academic achievement of prospective students who apply and are admitted to IUP. The annual award ranges from $1,000 to full in-state tuition. The BOG Scholarship program consists of the following:
- The Academic Program: BOG scholars receive an excellent foundation for academic success at IUP.
- The Mentorship Program: Upper-class BOG scholars act as mentors for incoming BOG freshmen.
- Service Learning: BOG scholars develop skills, explore career paths, and volunteer their time.
For BOG consideration, an applicant must:
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Be a permanent Pennsylvania resident
- Complete an IUP Application for Undergraduate Admission
- Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Please Note: Each applicant's credentials will be reviewed on an individual basis, weekly, starting February 1, and offers are extended on a rolling basis.
BOG Scholarship Qualifications
All freshmen are considered for the BOG scholarships. The scholarships are awarded based on high school academic achievement as follows:
- Strength of high school curriculum
- Grade-point average of 3.0 or higher
- Demonstrated leadership qualities
- Active participation in extracurricular activities
- Essay or recommendation letter (optional)
Renewal
This scholarship is awarded annually, provided that the student maintains the following:
- CQPA of 2.50 or higher at the conclusion of the freshman year
- CQPA of 2.75 or higher at the conclusion of subsequent semesters
- Full participation in all BOG activities
Qualify as an Upperclassman
Upperclassmen who wish to apply for a BOG must meet the following qualifications:
- Have a CQPA of 2.75 or higher
- Have applied for financial aid (FAFSA)
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Be a permanent Pennsylvania resident
- Be a full-time undergraduate student at IUP
Contact
Shawn Jones
Assistant Director of Admissions
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Sutton Hall, Room 230
1011 South Drive
Indiana, PA 15705
800-442-6830
Fax: 724-357-6281
