Graduate School Events, Programs & Resources

The Graduate School Fair is your one-stop shop for information about graduate  and professional programs at IU Indianapolis. The 2026 Graduate School Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Register here!

The IU Graduate School Indianapolis hosts "What about Grad School?" Information Sessions several times per year via Zoom that focus on making the decision to go to graduate school and understanding the components of the application package. There is a 10-minute video presentation followed by open Q&A. The sessions are free. Registration is required.

Graduate admissions at IU Indianapolis is decentralized, which means each program has its own requirements and makes its own admission decisions so the session will not address any specific program but rather provide a general overview. You do not need to be an IU Indianapolis student or plan on applying to an IU Indianapolis graduate program to attend an information session.

Learn about topics related to graduate school admissions from graduate admissions experts. Our presenters have 10-15 minutes to share their topic and answer questions.

Topics are:

• Letters of Recommendation
• Personal Statements
• Application Process
• Funding Graduate School
• Differences Between Undergrad and Grad School.

This event is open to anyone interested in graduate/professional education — at IU Indianapolis or elsewhere! You do not need to be an IU Indianapolis student to attend. Speed Sessions is held annually during the spring semester. 2026 dates coming soon.

Prospective students who are ready to apply to graduate school will benefit most from this virtual workshop held annually during each fall. The event focuses on Personal Statements – registrants must submit a draft personal statement prior to the event for faculty review. During Boot Camp, attendees will get the feedback and advice on their statement. Other topics covered are: Letters of Recommendation, Preparing Your Grad School Package, and Chat with Faculty.

2026 dates to be announced.

Designed to complement professional development activities and programs within the IU Indianapolis schools and departments, PFFP introduces graduate students and postdoctoral fellows to the full range of career options, responsibilities and mentoring in academic and non-academic careers through year round programming, including the annual fall “Pathways” conference. The PFF track provides participants targeted seminars and hands-on activities related to research, teaching and service. The PFP track provides career awareness, and management through outcome-based activities for the versatile use of their degrees. PFFP collaborates with campus offices, various higher education institutions and industry partners.

The Graduate Student Writing Group provides graduate and professional students weekly support and accountability with writing projects such as theses and dissertations, grants or publications. The format allows participants to dedicate time to write, review, and discuss projects, receive feedback, and participate in skill building activities offered by the National Center for Faculty Development and the IU Indianapolis Writing Center.

The GradGrants Center offers free workshops on a variety of funding-related topics. You can also access funding/grant databases and attend one-on-one proposal advising sessions in person in Bloomington or virtually from Indianapolis.

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