CIU Athletics Performance Scholarship
Scholarship Details
CIU is proud to support student-athletes who demonstrate strong athletic performance, commitment to their team, and dedication to their academic success. Athletic Performance Scholarships are designed to help offset educational costs for eligible student-athletes who continue their academic journey at CIU while representing the University in intercollegiate athletics.
Athletic scholarships are awarded based on a structured evaluation process specific to each sport (Baseball, Basketball, and Soccer) and are reviewed on a semester-by-semester or academic-year basis.
Scholarship amounts vary by sport and performance level and may range from $500 to $5,000 per academic year, depending on evaluation results.
These funds are awarded incrementally and are contingent upon the student-athlete continuing to meet all eligibility requirements and conditions.
This Scholarship May Cover
- Awards are applied per semester or academic year, depending on the sport and evaluation structure
(Scholarship funds do not apply to repeat courses and may not exceed a student’s remaining balance.)
Eligibility Requirements & Conditions
To be considered for and maintain an Athletic Performance Scholarship, student-athletes must meet all of the following requirements:
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Application & Enrollment
- Submit all required scholarship and athletic evaluation documentation by the stated deadline
- Enroll immediately in the next academic program or within the following two start dates
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Athletic Participation
- Actively participate in team practices, training sessions, competitions, and required team activities
- Demonstrate effort, sportsmanship, and adherence to team and University conduct standards
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Academic Standing
- Maintain minimum academic eligibility standards, including:
- Undergraduate students: Minimum semester GPA of 2.0
- Graduate students: Minimum semester GPA of 3.0
- Remain in good academic standing with satisfactory attendance performance and course engagement
- Maintain minimum academic eligibility standards, including:
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Financial Responsibility
- Remain current on all tuition and fee payment arrangements
- Sign or update a payment plan if required
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Continuous Enrollment
- Maintain continuous enrollment throughout the program unless on an approved Leave of Absence (LOA)
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Scholarship Limitations
- Scholarships are awarded for out-of-pocket costs only
- Scholarships may not be combined with other institutional scholarships
- Awards are subject to adjustment based on future evaluations
Evaluation & Renewal
- Scholarships are evaluated per semester or academic year, depending on the sport
- Evaluations are conducted by the Head Coach, Assistant Coach, Athletic Coordinator, and Financial Aid
- Scholarship amounts may increase, decrease, or be removed based on performance, academic standing, and eligibility compliance
Important Notice
Failure to meet any of the requirements and conditions listed above will result in the loss of scholarship eligibility. If eligibility is lost, the scholarship cannot be reinstated, even if the criteria are later met.
