Are you an international student making an impact at Indiana University (IU)? The Rising Star Scholarship, awarded biennially during the International Women’s Day Conference, honors exceptional young international women with emerging potential. This prestigious award is presented in memory of Yaolin Wang, celebrating those who inspire others and work to improve life on campus and beyond.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the Rising Star Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Identify as a female, non-immigrant international student.
- Be a freshman, sophomore, or junior at the time of nomination.
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
How to Apply?
Unlike traditional scholarships, students cannot apply directly. Instead, they must be nominated by an IU faculty or staff member. Nominations should highlight the student’s potential for leadership, community engagement, and contributions to IU.
What Are We Looking For? The ideal Rising Star is a student who:
- Actively engages in opportunities to help others.
- Demonstrates emerging leadership potential.
- Inspires peers, contributes to society, and uplifts those around her.
Nomination letters should focus on these qualities and how the student is making a difference on campus.
Application Scholarship Timeline
- Application Opens: Mid-February 2025
- Application Deadline: March 3, 2025
- Winner Notification: March 7, 2025
- Award Presentation: March 8, 2025, at the International Women’s Day dinner event.
Apply: https://ois.iu.edu/studying-at-iu/scholarships/rising-star.html.
The Rising Star Scholarship is more than just an award—it’s recognition of passion, leadership, and the drive to create positive change. If you know a deserving student, don’t miss the chance to nominate her for this incredible opportunity.