IUIN-Norman Brown Leadership Scholars Program - Incoming Freshmen (NBLSP)

IU Indianapolis incoming freshmen pursuing their first undergraduate degree, who meet IUI regular admission requirements and have a minimum cumulative HS GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, are encouraged to apply.

  • The Norman Brown Leadership Scholars Program (NBLSP) recruits, retains, and prepares serious, academically gifted students who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity and social justice. Program participants are encouraged to attain academic success, engage in leadership and civic activities, and prepare for a meaningful post-baccalaureate experience. Additionally, applicants must be permanent US residents or US citizens.

Award
Up to $13,000 for an academic year (8 semesters) which includes a $5000 scholarship along with, if living in on-campus housing, an $8000 housing stipend.
Deadline
02/15/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Consider the identities that you hold. Which ones do you think about most, and how have they influenced or shaped your life experiences?
  2. How have you demonstrated the Norman Brown Leadership Scholarship's tenets of diversity, service, and leadership in your school, social, or family life?
  3. NBLSP Required Reference Request (Incoming Freshman)
    • Provide the full names and emails of at least two references
  4. IU Indianapolis Campus Housing Required Questions:
    • 1. Will you be applying for IU Indianapolis campus housing by the March 15th priority consideration to live on-campus deadline?
    • 2. I understand that I am required to live in IU Indianapolis on-campus housing to receive the $8,000 annual housing stipend portion of this scholarship.