21st Century Scholars

Thanksgiving Break hours

21st Century Scholars will be open remotely 9 a.m.–5 p.m. from Monday, Nov. 24–Wednesday, Nov. 26. The office will be closed Thursday, Nov. 27–Sunday, Nov. 30.

Helping students succeed

Founded in 1995, the IU 21st Century Scholars Program is the oldest and largest student support services department in the State of Indiana. The program provides financial and academic resources to support, retain, and graduate thousands of 21st Century Scholar recipients at IU Bloomington. 

As a 21st Century Scholar, you’ll earn up to four years of undergraduate tuition and have access to the academic guidance, mentoring, and advocacy support you need to achieve your full potential at IU Bloomington.

Learn more about the 21st Century Scholars Program

#1in Indiana for the number of students receiving the 21st Century Scholarship at any four-year public or private university

$30.5million total in scholarships awarded to all scholars at IU Bloomington

What we do

The 21st Century Scholars Program focuses on five key areas: 

  • Academic Performance and Persistence 
  • Student Engagement and Enrichment 
  • Financial Literacy and Debt Management 
  • Career Exploration and Preparation 
  • Holistic Student Development and Success