MISSION STATEMENT
The Collegiate Purple Star of Indiana (CPSI) recognizes an eligible postsecondary institution that has successfully demonstrated a supportive environment for its United States military-affiliated student population from application to graduation.
COLLEGIATE PURPLE STAR AWARD RECIPIENTS (Coming in Spring 2025)
These postsecondary institutions have successfully demonstrated a commitment to excellence by serving military-affiliated students in Indiana through one of three levels of service. There are thirty-seven (37) standards across eight (8) categories (core requirements, marketing & communication strategies, admissions & enrollment, financial support, institutional support systems, student support services, student engagement, and career & community engagement opportunities) that an institution will complete.
Tier 1 (90% Achievement Level) | Tier 2 (80% Achievement Level) | Tier 3 (70% Achievement Level) |
AWARD DESIGNATION CRITERIA
This is a voluntary participation award determination.
CPSI Field Guide and Appendices (COMING SOON!)
- Collegiate Purple Star Field Guide
- Appendix A: Acronyms and Definitions
- Appendix B: Resources
- Appendix C: Military-Connected Holidays
- Appendix D: CPSI Self-Assessment
- Appendix E: 2023 Veterans Education Pathways Taskforce Members
CPSI Application (Coming in January 2025)
- Collegiate Purple Star Award Application
- Application Upload Documents List
- Eligible Post Secondary Institutions List
Questions?
Email CollegiatePurpleStar@che.in.gov
RESOURCES
- Collegiate Purple Star Ceremony, Indiana Statehouse North Atrium, April 30, 2024, from 2-4 p.m. Register for free to attend virtually or in person!
Guidance
- Taskforce Recommendations
- Articles
- Related Indiana Code (IC)
Educational Opportunities
CPSI Lunch & Learn Educational Series is from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. ET. Click HERE to join on the following dates:
- June 12: CPSI Introduction/Standard Highlights by CHE staff
- July 17: Becoming a GI Bill Provider by Amber Mertens, IDVA
- August 14: M-CPL and Joint Service Transcripts by Dallas Kratzer, Kratzer Consulting
- September: TBD
- October 16: Creating a Military Hub by Dallas Kratzer, Kratzer Consulting
- November: TBD
- December 11: CPSI Application Process by CHE staff
Previous Training Materials