Science Bound is an exciting program made possible by a partnership between Purdue University, Indianapolis Public Schools, and the Indianapolis business community. Science Bound mentors 8th through 12th grade students at Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS), encouraging them to enroll in classes and pursue careers in science, engineering, technology, and math/science education. Those IPS students who complete the 5-year Science Bound program and gain acceptance to Purdue University in an approved field receive a full-tuition scholarship to Purdue for eight semesters.