Students services on the Evansville campus include academic advising, disability accommodations, healthcare, safety and security.
Campus Student Support Services
Medical students at the IU School of Medicine–Evansville campus have access to student services provided locally at the University of Evansville and can access a range of centralized support services from IU School of Medicine, including financial services and student learning environment, mistreatment reporting and conflict resolution services. Plus, with small class sizes and faculty who practice a true open-door policy, students at this campus can easily access personalized support needed to ensure success in medical school.
Emergency Contacts
For emergencies, please dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency room for immediate care.
IU School of Medicine is committed to helping students with disabilities succeed. All IU School of Medicine students in need of disability accommodations should apply through IU Indianapolis Adaptive Educational Services.
At the Evansville campus, all students receive a membership to the YMCA that will get them into any location. There are two locations in Evansville to choose from: one downtown and within walking distance of campus. This location is newly built and provides tons of exercise classes including yoga, cycling and pickleball. Students in Evansville also have access to the University of Evansville fitness center and many students participate in University of Evansville intramural teams.
Wellness Resources
Students at the Evansville campus have access to University of Evansville mental health services along with access to remote services through IU School of Medicine Department of Mental Health Services. On campus, students have a room dedicated to wellness close to the study spaces. This room includes a large bean bag, a massage chair, a stationary bike and craft supplies for students who enjoy being creative when taking a break from studying.
For safety and security issues, please contact the Indiana University Police Department dispatch at 812-855-2421. For emergencies, call 911.
IU School of Medicine—Evansville enjoys a highly supportive community that has helped raise important scholarship funds. The Evansville campus offers the highest level of local scholarship support of all the school’s campuses. More than 60 percent of students at this campus receive scholarships—an average of $200,000/year in total awards based on academic performance, financial need and donor intent. This level of financial support would not be possible without the generosity of the school’s alumni, donors and Evansville community.
All medical students at the Evansville campus are eligible for scholarship consideration, provided that the FAFSA form is submitted to IU School of Medicine. Some awards carry restrictions regarding academic achievement and/or financial need. Even with restrictions, most students are eligible for one or more of the Evansville campus scholarships.