Scholars

Nina Scholars

Changing lives through higher education

In 2001, the Trust established the Nina Mason Pulliam Legacy Scholars program to open doors of opportunity for men and women seeking college degrees. The individuals selected by the four participating universities and community colleges to be Nina Scholars all aspire to overcome financial, social and physical challenges.

The Nina Scholars program is dedicated to providing educational opportunities for individuals who would not normally receive traditional academic scholarships and whose personal commitments and financial circumstances would preclude their attendance without substantial, long-term scholarship support. The Trust is interested in providing scholarships to Arizona and Indiana residents who face barriers to obtaining higher education. Nina ScholarsThe partnering schools provide special outreach and support to each of the Nina Scholars, strengthening the opportunities for success.

“The most exhilarating moment of my life … receiving the call I had been selected a Nina Scholar. It was completely unbelievable.”

Michael Rice
Nina Scholar at Indiana University – Indianapolis

There are three targeted populations:

  • Adults with dependents in their family unit
  • College-age youth and adults with physical disabilities
  • Young adults 18 to 25 years old who have experienced foster care or been disconnected from their parents or primary caregiver and are responsible for their own financial support.

Nina Scholars applicants must:

  • Qualify in at least one of the targeted populations listed above
  • Meet residency requirements
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Meet individual school admissions requirements

The Nina Scholars program provides financial support toward the cost of attendance for up to six years at the participating universities and for up to four years at the participating community colleges, plus:

  • Program staff at each school provide coordinated services.
  • There is built-in peer support.
  • The program includes tutorial and/or mentoring assistance.

Select a participating school below to apply for the scholarship and become a Nina Scholar:

Arizona participating schools:
Arizona State University
Maricopa Community Colleges

Indiana participating schools:
Indiana University – Indianapolis
Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis Campus

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