Undergraduate Programs
Awards & Scholarships
Plater International Scholarship
An award is given to an undergraduate SPEA student with a 3.0 cumulative GPA. This scholarship will support an international student who wishes to study in SPEA or a SPEA student who wishes to travel abroad and study. Brief essay is required. Recipient will be chosen by members of a faculty committee. Deadline is April 1st.
Contact: Casey Windhorst
(317) 274-4656
cwindhor@iupui.edu
Cory R. Elson Scholarship
Credit for tuition and fees at IUPUI will be awarded to an undergraduate criminal justice student. To apply, students must have completed 60 or more credit hours, at least a 2.67 GPA, and wish to pursue a career in policing. Deadline is April 1st.
Contact: Kristin Lively-Smith
(317) 274-4656
klivelys@iupui.edu
Lindsey Scholarship for Civic Engagement
An award will be given to a student majoring in one of SPEA's academic programs, with preference given to those students with a focus on environmental issues. Essay and transcript must be submitted with application to SPEA Student Services. Deadline is April 1st.
Contact: Casey Windhorst
(317) 274-4656
cwindhor@iupui.edu
Jason Baker Spirit Award
An award will be given to provide recognition and financial support to a SPEA student who plans to pursue a career in law enforcement. There isn't a GPA requirement and essays are judged on the student's ability to demonstrate good character, integrity, discipline and commitment to the profession of law enforcement. Deadline is April 1st.
Contact: Kristin Lively-Smith
(317) 274-4656
klivelys@iupui.edu
Hudnut Scholarship in Public Leadership
An award is given to a student majoring in public policy. The recipient will have given evidence of an ability to make a significant contribution to the urban community. SPEA students must complete an application and include their current resume. Applications are due April 1st.
Contact: Casey Windhorst
(317) 274-4656
cwindhor@iupui.edu
World Police & Fire Games Scholarship
The World Police and Fire Games fund is intended to assist full time or retired police officers and firefighters in their pursuit of an education. The scholarship can be used toward any undergraduate program at IUPUI. Applications are due April 1st.
Contact: Dr. Kenna Quinet
(317) 274-3447
kfquinet@iupui.edu
Bingham McHale LLP INGroup Legislative Conference Scholarship
An award is given to a student who is pursuing a career in public service within Indiana state government. Applicants must be an undergraduate student, either full or part time, and must have at least 60 credit hours or more at the time of application. Students must attend the Legislative Conference in December. SPEA students must complete an application and include their current resume. Deadline is September 11.
Contact: Casey Windhorst
(317) 274-4656
cwindhor@iupui.edu
SPEA Alumni Association
Awards are given to current SPEA students, undergraduate and graduate, in the last year of their program. Students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Essay, transcript and one letter of recommendation are required. Deadline is January 18.
Contact: See SPEA Student Services
(317) 274-4656