• Center of Excellence for Women in Technology (CEWiT): Join a community of like-minded women and learn about scholarship and internship opportunities.
• Learning communities: Live with students who share a common interest. The 20+ communities include Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and the Thomas I. Atkins Living Learning Center, which emphasizes community service, cultural awareness, and the study of African American history and culture.
• Hudson and Holland Scholars Program: If you have an outstanding academic record, strong leadership experiences, and a commitment to social justice, you may be eligible to apply to this community of scholars and receive scholarship funds, academic support, and guidance in transitioning to college life.
• McNair Scholars Program: Interested in eventually earning a doctorate? If you’re a first-generation college student and you either have limited finances or are an underrepresented minority, you can apply to do research with faculty, get help preparing for graduate school, and possibly qualify for tuition assistance.
• Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Initiative: This partnership among IU and 11 historically black colleges and universities connects students with research 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.

These are just a few of the countless ways you can get involved at IU. Discover other cultural resources, including IU’s culture centers.

• Student involvement: IU has 750+ student organizations—including many for ethnic and cultural groups—plus service and leadership opportunities.
• CultureFest: Celebrate IU’s cultural diversity with food, music, and dancing during Welcome Week, the week before the fall semester begins.
• Fraternities and sororities: IU’s 60+ Greek organizations include some for African Americans, Asian Americans, and Latinos and Latinas.
• LGBTQ+ Culture Center: Volunteer in the LGBTQ+ Library, plan social events, and more.
• 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.

Be sure to visit our scholarships page and the Office of Scholarships website for more information about scholarships.

• 21st Century Scholarship Covenant: This IU award covers room, board, 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.
• Hudson and Holland Scholarship: If you meet the initial eligibility criteria, you can apply for this scholarship, which is renewable for up to four years.
• LGBTQ+ Alumni Association mini-grants: The LGBTQ+ Alumni Association awards mini-grants to student organizations and individual students to design and implement projects that support the LGBTQ+ community.
• Office of the Vice President for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Study Abroad Scholarship: Eligible students can apply for this award, which helps pay for international study.
• Won-Joon Yoon Scholarship: This award goes to students whose accomplishments and goals demonstrate tolerance, understanding, and commitment to service.