High School Nomination

High School Nomination Deadlines

Nomination Packets Emailed

Early August

Nomination packets are emailed to all high schools eligible to nominate for the Wells. Nominating high schools that have not received their nomination materials by mid-August should contact the Wells Scholars Program immediately to request another packet.

Deadline for Nominations

October 1

This is the deadline for receipt of fully completed electronic nominations and supplementary materials from eligible high schools. Complete nominations that include all required items can be submitted electronically.

Deadline for IUB Application

November 1

To be eligible for other opportunities at IU Bloomington, students should apply for admission to IU Bloomington as soon as possible. The final deadline is November 1. For additional information, including IU deadlines, visit the sites for the Office of Admissions and Office of Scholarships.

Finalist Selection

Mid-November

Approximately 50 finalists are selected for interviews. All nominees are notified of their status.

Finalist Interviews

December 9-10

Finalists attend on-campus interviews, which are required for Wells program consideration.

Notification of Status

Late December

Each finalist will receive notification of status, and 18 to 22 Wells Scholars will be selected from the finalist group.

Deadline for Acceptance

May 1

This is the deadline for students to accept the Wells Scholarship.

Orientation

June

New student advising and registration at IU Bloomington will take place in June.

Welcome Reception

Late August

Welcome reception for new Wells Scholars will be held during Welcome Week.