Grade Computation

Letter grades have been defined as follows by student and faculty members of the Curriculum Steering Committee and have been approved by the faculty as an aid in evaluation of academic performance and to assist students by giving them an understanding of the grading standards of the School of Library and Information Science.

A (4.0)	Outstanding achievement. Student performance demonstrates full command of the course materials and evinces a high level of originality and/or creativity that far surpasses course expectations.
A– (3.7)	Excellent achievement. Student performance demonstrates thorough knowledge of the course materials and exceeds course expectations by completing all requirements in a superior manner.
B+ (3.3)	Very good work. Student performance demonstrates above-average comprehension of the course materials and exceeds course expectations on all tasks as defined in the course syllabus.
B (3.0)	Good work. Student performance meets designated course expectations, demonstrates understanding of the course materials, and performs at an acceptable level.
B– (2.7)	Marginal work. Student performance demonstrates incomplete understanding of course materials.
C+ (2.3)	Unsatisfactory work and inadequate understanding of course materials.
C (2.0)
C– (1.7)	Unacceptable work; course work performed at this level will not performed at this level will not count toward the M.L.S. or M.I.S. degree; for the course to count toward the degree, the student must repeat the course with a passing grade.
D+ (1.3)
D (1.0)
D– (0.7)
F (0.0)	Failing. Student may continue in program only with permission of the dean.

Grades are assigned by individual instructors based on a combination of student performance measures developed for each course. Student achievement of course objectives is usually assessed through the use of multiple performance measures. For example, a combination of several of the following assessment methods is common: examinations, class participation, written assignments and exercises, research papers, or term projects. Other methods, depending on course content and objectives, may include in-class small group exercises, oral presentations, field-based projects and field experiences, role playing, or case study presentations.

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Financial Aid

Financial Aid on the IUPUI Campus Graduate assistantships that include tuition remission and employment in the University Library are available to SLIS students attending classes on the Indianapolis (IUPUI) campus. For information about eligibility requirements and application procedures, please contact the:

The Margaret I. Rufsvold Graduate Fellowship of $2,000 is named for the first dean of the school and is awarded annually to a person whose record gives evidence of superior potential for success as a library/information professional. The recipient must be a full-time SLIS student on the Bloomington campus carrying at least 9 hours of credit each semester as a candidate for the master’s or Specialist degree. All applicants for SLIS financial aid are considered for this award.

The Clayton A. Shepherd Scholarship of $2,000 was established in memory of Associate Professor Shepherd, who had been a member of the SLIS faculty for 13 years at the time of his death. This award is made annually to a SLIS master’s or Ph.D. student whose major emphasis is in information science and technology. Recipients must be scheduled for full-time study at IU SLIS in the fall semester following the spring when the award is made. Applicants must submit an essay of 500-750 words detailing their interest in information science and technology and their goals after completion of the SLIS degree program. The essay, plus name, address, and telephone number, should be sent to:

The Yuan T’ung-Li Memorial Fellowship of $1,000 is a memorial to the late Yuan T’ung-Li, director of the National Library of Beijing, who was associated with the Library of Congress for much of his later life. The award is made annually to a Chinese student who is a citizen of the P.R.C. or the R.O.C. (Taiwan) and who demonstrates high potential for success as a library/information professional. Applications for the Yuan fellowship must include an essay of approximately 500 words expressing the applicant’s philosophy of library/information service and professional goals following graduation. The essay must be accompanied by proof of at least one year’s previous employment in a library or information facility and the applicant’s name, address, and telephone number. Applicants must be currently enrolled full-time in SLIS or scheduled for full-time enrollment for a summer term or the fall semester following the spring of the award. Application materials should be sent to:

The InULA Scholarship of $1,000 is awarded annually by the Indiana University Librarians Association to a full or part-time student currently enrolled in a School of Library and Information Science master’s degree program. Students must complete an application form (obtainable from SLIS) and a statement of professional philosophy and goals and arrange to have at least one letter of reference sent directly to the current InULA president as listed on the application each year. InULA reserves the right to publish the winning statement in its newsletter. Deadline for submission is March 1.

The Evelyn Ray Sickels Award of $250 is made each spring to an M.L.S. candidate who demonstrates exceptional potential in the field of youth librarianship. SLIS students graduating the December preceding or the May, June, or August of the award year are eligible to apply. The award requires submission of an application form, a 300-500 word statement of the individual’s philosophy and goals in youth librarianship, and two letters of reference. Deadline for submission is March 15.

Other awards include the Caroline Smerk Memorial Award, given annually by Caroline’s parents in aid of a current SLIS student studying toward a career in Fine Arts Librarianship, and the Dennis Grumling Memorial Award, presented annually to a SLIS student who has excelled in cataloging and demonstrates promise of success in the profession.

Indiana Library Federation Scholarships are awarded annually by the ILF to students who are Indiana residents, have economic need, and are studying or wish to study for a career in librarianship. Awards are made each spring, and recipients must agree to work in an Indiana library for one year following degree receipt. Details for application are publicized each spring by SLIS and the federation.

Association for Indiana Media Educators Scholarship are offered to students planning a career in Indiana school libraries and media centers. Application details are published by the association and SLIS when they become available.

Other financial aid opportunities are publicized by the school as they become available. This information is available primarily on the SLIS-L Listserv via electronic mail.

Student library employment is frequently available for SLIS students who wish to obtain part-time positions in the University Libraries and in other library and information facilities in the area. SLIS publicizes these opportunities as they become available, but SLIS does not accept applications for such employment. All hiring is done directly by the specific libraries. Students may also contact specific libraries or information facilities in the area concerning employment potential.

Student loans and other financial aid opportunities are available to graduate students at IUPUI through the: