Overview
Arabic Studies at Indiana University Indianapolis explores the contributions and impact of Arabic cultures in local and global perspective. Arabic cultures have shaped the history of art, food, medicine, math, philosophy, poetry, politics, religion, and more both in Indiana and around the world. The recipients will be undergraduate students pursuing a minor in Arabic and Islamic Studies (or its equivalent) enrolled in the IU School of Liberal Arts at IU Indianapolis. Recipients must have taken or be enrolled in a course related to the study of Arabic and Islam. The Arabic Studies program will offer six (6) $4,000 scholarships ($1,000 per year up to four years) provided that the recipient continues to meet the criteria and has received the recommendation of the Scholarship Committee for renewal. Note: You must apply each academic year to be eligible for renewal.
Selection Criteria
To be eligible for the scholarship, students (1) must have declared their minor in Arabic and Islamic studies and (2) must successfully complete at least three credits per year from the program’s approved list of courses on the Indiana University Indianapolis campus or courses approved by the director to maintain the scholarship.
Students who already possess an Arabic and Islamic studies scholarship are eligible to renew the scholarship for an additional year for a maximum renewal up to three (3) additional years. The scholarship can be renewed each year (for a total of four years) so long as the student takes one course in the minor per year and applies.
New applicants should write an essay discussing (1) why Arabic and Islamic studies interests them and (2) how any previous experience studying topics related to Arabic and Islam have been important to them. New minors must submit proof of their minor declaration. (Approx. 250-500 words).
For current scholarship recipients interested in being considered for renewal, applicants should discuss their participation in the Arabic and Islamic studies minor on campus, by submitting an essay (Approx. 250-500 words) that addresses the following (1) what they have learned in all their minor courses in the past year and (2) what they have gained from participating in extra-curricular activities related to Arabic and Islamic studies in the past year.
How to Apply
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