Financial Assistance
There are several scholarship opportunities that exist for returning adult students along with those students who are pursuing a General Studies degree. In most cases, it is necessary to file your FAFSA in addition to the scholarship application. Please note that the priority deadline for the FAFSA is March 10th of each year. For more information about the FAFSA and the financial aid process at IUB, please visit the Office of Student Financial Assistance.
Bloomington Continuing Studies Scholarship Application for returning adult students and those in the General Studies degree program. By submitting this application by June 15, 2012, you will be considered for the following scholarships:
- Osher Reentry Scholars Program: must have experienced a cumulative gap in formal education of at least five years, plan to work after graduation, be pursuing your first bachelor’s degree, and demonstrate academic promise as indicated by grade point average (for current students) or previous education and experience (for new applicants).
- General Studies Student Scholarship: must be enrolled in or applying to the General Studies Degree Program and demonstrate academic excellence to qualify.
- Returning Student Scholarship: preference given to women who have had a gap in their formal education during their college career or after last date of high school attendance.
Cox Access Scholarships enable suitably qualified returning adult learners, with a cumulative gap of five years or more in their education, to be full-time students and part-time employees.
The Indiana University School of Continuing Studies Dean’s Scholarship is for students who have successfully completed an associate degree from Ivy Tech and who will enter the Bachelor of General Studies degree program.
PEO Scholarships for women who have had a 24 consecutive month gap in their education and are within 24 consecutive months of completing their degree. The application is due at least 10 weeks prior to the start of the semester. For more information and the scholarship application, email Lou Moir at moirl@indiana.edu.
More information about scholarship opportunities for IUB students can be found here: http://www.scholarships.indiana.edu/.
Tax Breaks for Higher Education
Check the IRS Web site for information on tax credits and deductions to help you pay for your degree. For example, the Lifetime Learning Credit and the new American Opportunity Tax Credit are both described. In addition, information on tuition deductions of up to $4,000 annually and interest deductions for student loans are also explained on the IRS Web site.
