At Indiana University Bloomington, you’ll find a welcoming community that will be here to support you from the start of your IU journey through graduation day—and well beyond. That support comes in many forms, including early outreach programs to help you navigate the college search process, financial resources for low-income students, and opportunities to explore the IU campus culture and begin building your personal community right away.
You belong here, Hoosier!
Get involved on campus
With 750+ student organizations, you’ll have endless opportunities to explore your interests, find new ones, and connect with your fellow Hoosiers.
Find your personal community
IU is home to seven cultural centers and institutes offering programming, events, and support. Find your home away from home or discover educational resources to help you learn more about and celebrate our campus community.
Learning communities
Live with students who share your interests in a living learning center or thematic community.
50states represented in our student body (and all 50 U.S. states)
110countries represented in our student body
84%of beginning students with financial need received gift aid in Fall 2023
"What I love most about IU is the warm and welcoming community. No matter who you are or where you're from, at IU there are people who lift you up!"
Treasure E.Music education major
Discover what IU can offer you
At IU, you’ll find the resources and support you need to succeed both inside and outside of the classroom.
Take care of the business of being a student with Student Central. Learn about applying for financial aid, managing college costs, registering for classes, and more.
IU offers scholarships and scholarship programs to support first-generation students and students from low-income backgrounds. You’ll find a few of these programs below.
- 21st Century Scholarship Covenant: This IU award covers food, housing, and books for students who receive the state of Indiana’s 21st Century Scholarship. It also includes mentoring, academic and professional guidance, and networking opportunities.
- Groups Scholars Program: If you’re the first person in your family to attend college, you have limited finances, and you’re recommended for the program, you may qualify for academic advising, financial aid counseling, and tutoring.
Be sure to visit the scholarships page and the Office of Scholarships website for more information about scholarships.
Discover opportunities to expand your education outside the classroom, develop your leadership skills, and get hands-on experience that will help you get a head start on your career.
- Center of Excellence for Women in Technology (CEWiT): Join a community of like-minded women and learn about scholarship and internship opportunities.
- Office of Mentoring Services and Leadership Development: Participate in peer mentoring and related programs.
- Civic Leadership Development: Create change in Bloomington through volunteering and philanthropic initiatives.