Visiting Students - Graduate
There are opportunities at IUI to take courses outside of a degree program as a visiting student at the graduate level of study.
If you wish to take graduate courses, or a combination of graduate and undergraduate courses, but do not seek to earn a degree, the Graduate Non-Degree (GND) program may be right for you.
What type of visiting student are you?
Transient Student: You attend a U.S. university and will remain enrolled there or plan to return to your home institution after taking course(s) during a summer term at IUI. If you are on an Fl or J1 visa, you will not need to provide financial documentation for immigration documents.
Special Student: You want to take a few classes at IUI for personal or professional growth, but not to earn a degree. You will need to fulfill all the requirements for regular admission to IUI. If you are currently on B1 or B2 visa, then you must submit the B Study Restrictions form with your application to certify you understand the limitations to enrollment.
Visiting/Exchange Program Students: You are participating in an official IUI visiting student/exchange program based on special program arrangements between your home institution and IUI. You will need to follow the admission processes stipulated by the agreement that governs enrollment at IUI. First check with your exchange or program advisor at your home institution for guidance on the application process, requirements, and deadlines.
Deadlines
You should apply for this program at least one month before the start of the semester. Late applications will be accepted, but we cannot guarantee a decision before the start of the semester.
Application Process
Step 1: Review Restrictions and Eligibility
- In general, visiting study cannot be used to obtain an I-20 or DS-2019 immigration document. If you have questions about your eligibility, please contact oiagrad@iu.edu before submitting an application.
- F-1 visa holders currently using OPT are advised to be cautious about taking non-degree classes. For further advice, please speak with your International Student Advisor.
- B-1 or B-2 visa holders should consider only short-term, recreational courses. The visa regulations prohibit enrollment in a course of study.
Step 2: Submit the Online Application
The online application takes about 30 minutes to complete. If necessary, you can save your work and log back in later to complete it.
Application Fee
$70 application fee.
Graduate Application Term: Winter 2023, Spring 2024, Summer 2024, Fall 2024
Graduate Application Term: Winter 2024, Spring 2025, Summer 2025, Fall 2025
Step 3: Submit Your Supporting Documents
The process will vary depending on your program. Please email oiagrad@iu.edu for further details.
After You Apply
After you submit your application and all of your materials, the waiting period until you hear if you have been admitted is usually four to six weeks.
