Women in Science House

The Women in Science House (WIS) is an on-campus residential living and learning community for female science students of various class years and majors. Residents of WIS House will live in an environment that fosters academic development through the exploration of the field of science and provides a nurturing atmosphere for personal growth. The WIS House will:

• Provide academic activities that enhance educational success
• Provide research learning experiences
• Facilitate mentoring and networking
• Encourage involvement in service learning and community-based activities
• Provide financial assistance through $1000 scholarships

Learn more about some of the Women in Science House Residents.

Features

The WIS House includes 15 rooms for up to 30 women in the Campus Apartments on the Riverwalk. Each room includes two private bedrooms and two private bathrooms. View the Two Bedroom Panoramic Tour and Floor Plan

Rent + Fees

Visit the IUPUI Housing site for current rent and fees.

WIS Scholarship

WIS House residents will receive a minimum of a $1,000 scholarship package. Most students will be eligible for additional financial assistance through work-study stipends and internships.

Housing + Scholarship Applications

1. Complete and submit the IUPUI Housing application by May 1st.* Be sure to select "Women In Science House" on application, listed within the "Residential Based Learning Communities" section.
   • Online application  
   • Printable Student Housing Application
2. Complete the scholarship application** and submit to the School of Science Dean's Office by June 8th.*** Submit the scholarship appliction to
   
   • wishouse@iupui.edu
     
     OR
     
     
   • Shaunte Rouse
     IUPUI-School of Science
     402 North Blackford Street, LD 222
     Indianapolis, IN 46202

*A non-refundable $50 fee is due at the time of application and all apartment contracts
require a $400 pre-payment at the time the contract is signed.

** Decisions on who will live in the house and be awarded a scholarship will be based on information provided in the scholarship application, such as answers to essay questions and extracurricular Aactivities (clubs, organizations, etc.). High School and/or college academic performance (GPA, ACT/SAT, class rank, etc.) will also be reviewed.

***Rolling decisions will begin March 1st and all residential decisions will be made no later than May 30th. Those students selected to live in WIS House will be mailed housing contracts.

Questions about housing contracts? Contact the IUPUI Housing Office at (317) 274-7200 or reslife@iupui.edu.

Questions about the Women in Science House or Scholarship? Contact Shaunte Rouse at 317-274-0625 or wishouse@iupui.edu.