IUIN-CREA Scholars Program

Overview:

CREA, LLC is the sponsor of CREA Foundation, extending its commitment to affordable housing into education and opportunity. Across the country, CREA partners with developers and investors to create communities where individuals and families can find stability and an affordable place to call home. From the beginning, CREA’s mission has been rooted in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those who reside in its communities. CREA Foundation builds on that mission by investing in education, by helping students cross the finish line.

Eligibility:

Applicants must:

  • Be an incoming freshman at IU Indianapolis
  • Intend to enroll full-time
  • Be an Indiana resident
  • Be a US citizen or permanent resident
  • Have demonstrated financial need

Awarding:

This scholarship will be awarded and disbursed in the upcoming academic year.

Renewability:

This scholarship is renewable.

Award
Varies (average of $6,000)
Deadline
02/01/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. CREA Scholars Program
    • 1. Please describe your educational goals and how receiving this scholarship will be meaningful for you.
    • 2. What challenges are you facing or have faced and how has that impacted you as a student?
    • 3. Please describe your current housing situation and why a place to call home is important to you.
    • 4. Are you a current resident of any of the following Affordable Housing Communities in Indianapolis?
    • 5. Enter your current address.
  2. Upload your unofficial transcript. *PDF format*
  3. Upload a letter of recommendation. (optional)