Program Type
Academic programs
Mentoring and career navigation programs
Ages Served:
19-25 Years
Overview
Brief Program Summary: The Bowen Scholars Program seeks to serve African American
residents who plan on attending Ivy Tech Community College – Central Indiana. The scholarship
provides tutoring, support services, as well as a living allowance each semester.
Success Metrics: Overall Cumulative GPA, Retention, and Graduation Rate of participants
Demographics
Number Served & Racial Distribution:
Total Number of Individuals Annually Served
40
Black or African Americans Annually Served
87%
Hispanic or Latinos Annually Served
0%
Geographic Scope:
− Central Indiana Counties: Boone, Hendricks, Marion
ACAD – 73
− Additional/Other Areas of Focus: Preference given to Marion County
Resources
Annual Operating Cost: $475,000 over 5 years
Initial Start-Up Cost: $25,000
Contact Information
Organization Name: Ivy Tech Community College
Website: https://www.ivytech.edu/
Respondents Name: Andrea Thomas
Email: athomas8@ivytech.edu