Fellowships at IUPUI include all unrestricted, non-service related stipends, regardless of the funding source or name of the award for the purpose of aiding a graduate or professional student's study, training, or research. A Graduate Fellow will primarily focus on pursuing a course of study or research for their personal benefit.
Internal awards and fellowships are funding that comes from the university. Most graduate-level funding at IUPUI comes through the academic schools.
Students, please note that the individual departments or schools submit the nomination for the majority of these awards and fellowships. To determine if you can self nominate, check the Nominated by section or follow the links to websites.
IUPUI University Fellowships Award Amount: One year support – Stipend / health insurance, tuition (provided by the program) – Master’s stipend ($11,000 for 10 month appointment, $12,000 for 12 month appointment) PhD stipend ($19,000 for 10 month appointment, $22,500 for 12 month appointment) – continued support by program in subsequent years Deadline: February 12, 2021 School eligibility: IU and PU Student eligibility: Incoming PhD or Master’s students in research-based programs Nominated by: Department/School
University Fellowships are competitively awarded to the best MA/MS and PhD students entering IUPUI’s research-based graduate programs each fall. Discipline-appropriate research is therefore a key consideration in the evaluation of applications. Programs are encouraged to nominate candidates with extraordinary qualifications as this is a very competitive fellowship. Applicants must meet all admissions criteria for their program, be entering as a first year student, enrolled full-time on the IUPUI campus during the fellowship year, and must maintain satisfactory academic performance.
Adam W. Herbert Graduate Fellowship Award amount: Four year stipend for PhD ($25,000), and two year stipend for Master’s student ($10,000) Deadline: February 5, 2021 (by 4 p.m.) School eligibility: IU Student eligibility: Incoming PhD or Master’s students in a science program who have graduated from an Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Nominated by: Department/School
Created through an endowment from the President’s Fund for the purpose of supporting graduate study in an Indiana University Program at IUPUI for graduates of HBCU applying to Indiana University Graduate School program(s).
President's Graduate Diversity Fellowship at IUPUI Award amount: Five year support – Stipend / SAA, health insurance, tuition (shared support by UGS and program) $22,500 for non-STEM, and $25,000 for STEM Deadline: February 12, 2021 School eligibility: IU and PU Student eligibility: Incoming underrepresented PhD students Nominated by: Department/School
This program seeks to attract outstanding underrepresented students to pursue an Indiana University or Purdue University PhD degree at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI). The program offers a multi-year funding package, professional development and mentoring support to outstanding scholars in all fields. In joining the IUPUI academic community these scholars, through their research, teaching, and service, will enhance scholarship through the numerous benefits that diversity confers.
John H. Edwards Fellowship Award amount: One year - $20,000 stipend Deadline: February 1, 2021 School eligibility: IU Student eligibility: PhD, EdD, M.D., J.D., M.F.A, M.A.T. students who have completed 24 credit hours by 2/2021 Nominated by: Department/School
Programs are encouraged to nominate a candidate with an extraordinary record of voluntary public service, exemplary character, superior scholastic ability, and intellectual capacity that promises dividends for society. Consistent with University policy, nominations for this award should be made without regard to sexual orientation or disability. Nominees should have a clear record of voluntary public service; special consideration will be given to nominees who can demonstrate financial need in order to complete their studies (see Nominee Financial Statement Form). Initiating service projects is an especially strong credential for earning this award.
The Wells Graduate Fellowship Award amount: One year - $42,000 stipend Deadline: November 9, 2020 School eligibility: IU Student eligibility: The nominee must be a doctoral or M.F.A. student. Nominated by: Department
Any department can nominate one doctoral or M.F.A. student who exemplifies the characteristics of Chancellor Wells. The nominee must be at least in the second year of graduate studies at any Indiana University Campus and a regularly enrolled student during the award.
William M. Plater Civic Engagement Medallion Deadline: TBD School eligibility: IUPUI Student eligibility: Applicants for the William M. Plater Civic Engagement Medallion are undergraduate, graduate and professional students who will receive their respective degrees from December 2018 - August 2019. If you are receiving your doctorate degree and have permission to walk in graduation from your academic school, you are eligible to apply for this award. Nominated by: Faculty / Staff / Student
The Plater Civic Engagement Medallion honor graduates who have excelled in their commitment to the community through activities such as service learning, volunteerism, community/social issue advocacy, community work-study, and political engagement.
University Distinguished PhD Dissertation Award Award amount: $5,000 Deadline: May 10, 2021 School eligibility: IU and PU Student eligibility: Ph.D. students must have received a Ph.D. degree during the previous academic year (see application for details) Nominated by: Director of Graduate Studies / Departmental Chair
Each degree granted by The Indiana University Graduate School may nominate one "truly outstanding" PhD dissertation for consideration by the Awards and Financial Aid Committee of the Graduate Council.
University Graduate School Distinguished Master’s Thesis Award Award amount: $1,500 Deadline: October 5, 2020 School eligibility: IU and PU Student eligibility: Must have received a Master’s degree from the IU University Graduate School or Purdue Schools at IUPUI during the two previous academic years Nominated by: Director of Graduate Studies / Departmental Chair
Each degree granted by the Indiana University Graduate School or Purdue University Graduate Schools at IUPUI may nominate one "truly outstanding" master’s thesis for consideration by the Awards and Financial Aid Committee of the Graduate Council.
President’s Diversity Dissertation Fellowship at IUPUI Award amount: One- year stipend - $20,000 for non-STEM, and $25,000 for STEM Deadline: April 16, 2021 School eligibility: IU and PU Student eligibility: Applicants must have been admitted to candidacy and receive PhD recorder approval at least one month prior to the application deadline Nominated by: Department/School
These are one time fellowships meant to offset a scholar’s living expenses while completing the dissertation. This competition is specifically aimed at Indiana University and Purdue University PhD graduate students on the IUPUI campus who are underrepresented minorities (URMs) in their field. The URM designation applies to racial, ethnic, gender and disability classification. Graduate students in the natural, physical and life sciences, technology, and math fields, are especially encouraged to apply. In order to apply for this award, applicants must have been admitted to candidacy and receive PhD recorder approval at least one month prior to the application deadline.
Adam W. Herbert Graduate Fellowship Award amount: Four year stipend for PhD ($25,000), and two year stipend for Master’s student ($10,000) Deadline: February 5, 2021 (by 4 p.m.) School eligibility: IU Student eligibility: Incoming PhD or Master’s students in a science program who have graduated from an Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Nominated by: Department/School
Created through an endowment from the President’s Fund for the purpose of supporting graduate study in an Indiana University Program at IUPUI for graduates of HBCU applying to Indiana University Graduate School program(s).
President’s Diversity Dissertation Fellowship at IUPUI Award amount: One-year stipend - $20,000 for non-STEM, and $25,000 for STEM Deadline: April 16, 2021 School eligibility: IU and PU Student eligibility: Applicants must have been admitted to candidacy and receive PhD recorder approval at least one month prior to the application deadline Nominated by: Department/School
These are one time fellowships meant to offset a scholar’s living expenses while completing the dissertation. This competition is specifically aimed at Indiana University and Purdue University PhD graduate students on the IUPUI campus who are underrepresented minorities (URMs) in their field. The URM designation applies to racial, ethnic, gender and disability classification. Graduate students in the natural, physical and life sciences, technology, and math fields, are especially encouraged to apply. In order to apply for this award, applicants must have been admitted to candidacy and receive PhD recorder approval at least one month prior to the application deadline.
President's Graduate Diversity Fellowship at IUPUI Award amount: Five year support – Stipend / SAA, health insurance, tuition (shared support by UGS and program) $22,500 for non-STEM, and $25,000 for STEM Deadline: February 12, 2021 School eligibility: IU and PU Student eligibility: Incoming underrepresented PhD students Nominated by: Department/School
This program seeks to attract outstanding underrepresented students to pursue an Indiana University or Purdue University PhD degree at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI). The program offers a multi-year funding package, professional development and mentoring support to outstanding scholars in all fields. In joining the IUPUI academic community these scholars, through their research, teaching, and service, will enhance scholarship through the numerous benefits that diversity confers.
IUPUI Travel Fellowships Award amount: Up to $1,000 Deadline:If you are traveling between May 8, 2020 and April 30, 2021, the application deadline is October 16, 20120. Award notification by November 6, 2020. If you are traveling between March 1, 2021 and September 30, 2021, the application deadline is March 12, 2021. Award notification by April 5, 2021 School eligibility: IUPUI Student eligibility: Master’s and PhD students in research-based programs presenting a first author poster / oral presentation at a research conference Nominated by: Student / Mentor
The Fellowship Committee has set aside funds for Travel Fellowships to assist full-time graduate students in attending a meeting or conference relevant to their degree program to present their research. Students must be currently enrolled in a research degree program on the IUPUI campus (master's or Ph.D.) to qualify for these competitive awards. Additionally students must be registered full time when their application for a Travel Fellowship is submitted, and be similarly enrolled full time on the IUPUI campus during the semester of their travel. These awards are competitive with students eligible to receive this fellowship only one time per academic year.
G-PEG’s, are grants awarded to graduate and professional students at IUPUI by the Graduate and Professional Student Government (GPSG) for the assistance in the development of their educational experiences. G-PEG’s can be applied towards attending a conference, conducting research, or gaining training outside the campus. Each student can receive up to $500 per academic year. G-PEG’s are individual and not group grants (i.e. a group attending a conference cannot apply together, each participant must submit a separate and unique application).
Lieber Memorial Teaching Associate Award Award amount: $1,000 Award Deadline: October 15, 2020 School eligibility: IU Student eligibility: Graduate students who combine their programs of advanced study with instructional employment in their schools and departments Nominated by: Department chairs or deans
The Lieber Memorial Teaching Associate Award is available to outstanding teachers among the university's graduate students. Students who receive this award can be nominated for the MAGS Excellence in Teaching award. Find out more information on how to prepare a Lieber Memorial Teaching Associate Award dossier.
Sherry Queener Graduate Student Excellence Award Award amount: $1,000 Award Deadline: January 29, 2021 School eligibility: IUPUI Student eligibility: Master’s / Doctoral or Professional Degree Students Nominated by: Department/School
This is an IUPUI campus-wide honor includes a $1,000 cash award. One award will be given to an outstanding IUPUI candidate enrolled in a master’s degree program, and another award will be presented to an outstanding IUPUI student pursuing a doctoral or professional degree. Students will be nominated by their respective schools, and the nomination must be accompanied by a dossier. Each school will be asked to nominate one currently enrolled master’s degree student and one student pursuing a doctoral or professional degree.
Chancellor’s Scholar Award (more information to come) Deadline: January 31, 2021 School eligibility: IUPUI Student eligibility: Degree seeking master’s and doctoral student in their final year who has the highest cumulative GPA Nominated by: Indiana University and Purdue University Graduate School
One student from each designated academic unit is to be selected. The IUPUI Graduate Office works directly with the Indiana University and Purdue University Graduate School programs at IUPUI to identify the annual Chancellor’s Scholar who meets the eligibility criteria for this award. The student selected should have met the stated criteria at the end of the fall semester; he or she may be a December, May, or summer graduate.
