1996-1997 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705
Finances
Residence Assistants - Upperclass students and freshmen at the end of their first year may apply to become residence assistants at IUP. Students earn a room and board waiver, as well as a small stipend, by working as residence assistants in IUP residence halls. Application timetables and deadlines are advertised in The Penn and posted in the residence halls and other spots around campus. The application process requires references and individual and group interviews. Residence assistants are selected on the basis of leadership and interpersonal skills and the willingness and ability to perform as role models. Residence assistants must have and maintain a 2.2 quality-point average. For further information, please contact present residence assistants or residence directors or the Office of Housing and Residence Life, G14 Sutton Hall, IUP, Indiana, PA 15705.
Private Scholarships - Various service clubs, organizations, churches, schools, and industries offer scholarships to students. High school guidance offices, libraries, and hometown newspapers are often excellent sources for information concerning private scholarships.
ROTC Scholarships - One-, two-, and three-year scholarships are available to both male and female students who are enrolled in the Reserve Officer Training Corps program. The scholarships pay for tuition, fees, and books, plus $100 per month for ten months per school year. Interested students may obtain applications and criteria information by contacting the ROTC department in Pierce Hall at IUP.
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Assistance (OVR) - Students who have physical or learning handicaps may receive educational benefits through the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. In order to be eligible, students must satisfy the physical and financial requirements of the agency. For further information regarding OVR, students should contact their county office of vocational rehabilitation.
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