Student Scholarships

The BSU Women's Club views education as an important philanthropy. Our members actively give their time and effort to fund scholarships for nontraditional students at Ball State University.

Scholarship consideration is based on scholastic ability, industry, integrity, financial need, and the promise of being enabled by continuing education to become a leading citizen in the community, state, and nation.

Our student scholarships were made possible in part by the generosity of these outstanding women:

Margaret Bumb
Bernadette Perham
Sandra Worthen

Applications for the 2026-2027 academic year due 4 pm may 1.

** Download the BSUWC Scholarships Application Form (fillable PDF) **

Note: You must complete the FAFSA by May 1 (priority deadline April 15).
If you are not eligible for the FAFSA, then you are not eligible for this scholarship.

Scholarship Requirements

Complete 24 credit hours, of which at least 15 were through Ball State University;
Have a 3.0 grade point average;
Enrolled for at least 6 credit hours per semester (half-time or full-time student status);
Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at Ball State University;
Complete the FAFSA by May 1 (priority deadline April 15)—Note: If you are not eligible to fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), then you are not eligible for this scholarship.

Information on where and how to apply coming soon.

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Disclaimer: Ball State University is committed to the principles of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity in education and employment. Further, the University is committed to the pursuit of excellence by prohibiting unlawful discrimination and providing equal opportunity to individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. This commitment enables the University to provide qualified individuals access to all academic and employment programs on the basis of demonstrated ability without regard to personal factors that are irrelevant to the program or job requirements involved.

FAQs About Scholarship Eligibility

Who is a nontraditional student?

We define a nontraditional student as someone who has independent status (not a legal dependent of a parent/guardian) and began their college degree program at least five years after graduating high school. This delay may be due to any number of factors. Our scholarship is open to all BSU students who meet the requirements listed above, but preference is given to "nontraditional" students.

Which degree programs qualify?

You must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program or graduate degree program at Ball State University, at least six credit hours per semester. Certificate programs are NOT included.
You also must have completed at least 24 credit hours (at least 15 credit hours through Ball State) to be eligible.

Are commuter students eligible? What about online students?

Yes! Commuter students and online students are eligible. Remember that you must be taking at least six credit hours per semester.

Can men apply for the BSU Women's Club Scholarships?

Yes! Both men and women have received this scholarship. These scholarships are not restricted to any specific sex or gender.

I cannot complete the FAFSA. Am I still eligible?

No. All applicants must complete the FAFSA by May 1 to be considered for this scholarship. If you are not eligible to fill out the FAFSA, then you are not eligible for this scholarship. The priority deadline for the FAFSA is April 15.

For questions about the BSU Women's Club Scholarships, contact selection chair Gloria Pavlik. Applications are due at 4 PM, May 1.

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