How to Apply
Learn how to apply to Indiana University Indianapolis, and start your application
Who Should Apply through International Admissions?
If you will come to IU Indianapolis on a nonimmigrant student visa, IU Indianapolis International Admissions is your source for admissions information. The information on this website is for you.
If you are a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or a refugee living in the United States, you will apply for admission through the IU Indianapolis Office of Undergraduate Admissions or the IU Indianapolis Graduate Office. You will apply through these offices even if you are currently studying in another country.
Which Type of Applicant Are You?
Undergraduate
Apply IU Application Common Application
Freshman (First-Year Student)
Apply for freshman status if you have never attended a college or university.
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Transfer Student
Apply as a transfer student if you are currently attending or have previously attended a college or university in any country.
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Visiting Student
If you want to take undergraduate courses but you do not want to earn a degree, you are considered a visiting student. Some visiting students come for personal enrichment. Others may be enrolled at another institution, but wish to come for short-term study then return to their home institution.
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Returning Student
You are considered a returning student if you previously studied at IU Indianapolis. You will follow the same admission process as a transfer student.
Graduate
Graduate Application Term: Winter 2023, Spring 2024, Summer 2024, Fall 2024
Masters or Ph.D Student
Apply for graduate student status if you will have received a bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) in the United States or another country by the time you enroll at IU Indianapolis, and if you are pursuing a master’s, Ph.D., or professional degree. Your first step is to talk to the academic department that offers your program.
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Visiting Student
If you want to take graduate courses but you do not want to earn a degree, you are considered a visiting student. Some visiting students come for personal enrichment. Others may be enrolled at another institution, but wish to come for short-term study then return to their home institution.
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