Application process for future freshmen
Ready to become a Hoosier?
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Use the Apply IU Application to apply to IU Bloomington—and apply to more than one Indiana University campus.
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Use the Common Application to apply to any of over 900 schools.
International applicants
Applying from outside the U.S.?
Important steps before you apply
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Note important deadlines
The early action (non-binding) deadline for highest admission and scholarship consideration is November 1. Learn about all of our application deadlines and when you can expect to hear from us.
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Review admission standards
Admission to IU Bloomington is selective, and we consider factors that emphasize academic performance and preparation. Review the information in this section to understand IU’s admission standards.Ìý
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Explore admission pathways
There are a few ways you could start your academic journey at IU Bloomington, including direct admission. Learn more about direct admission and schools that have additional admission requirements like the Jacobs School of Music and Kelley School of Business.
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Learn about Indiana Resident Admissions
For Indiana Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs, guaranteed admission will be offered to those Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs earning the Enrollment Honors Plus Seal diploma through the Indiana Resident Admissions program.
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Review credit guides
IU awards AP and college credit that can help you get a head start on your degree program. Review advanced placement, credit, and exemptions.
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Learn about test-optional admissions
IU's test-optional admissions policy allows you to choose whether to have your SAT and/or ACT test scores considered as part of your application review—letting you decide how best to tell your academic story.
Complete your application
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Complete the application essay
As part of your application, regardless of which platform you choose, you will need to submit an essay. If you are applying through the Common Application, you will need to submit one of the essay prompts. If you are applying through Apply IU, you will need to submit the IU-specific essay. Find more information on the IU-specific essay on our FAQ page.
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Send your transcripts
To complete your application for admission, we require an official high school transcript and a full senior year schedule (not just fall courses). If you are enrolled in any college courses in high school, you’ll need to send those transcripts as well. You may be able to earn college credit to IU Bloomington. Visit our Admission Standards page for more about sending transcripts and transferring credits.
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Pay the application fee or request a waiver
When you submit your application, you must pay a $65 nonrefundable application fee. Your application will not be processed and we will not make an admission decision until we receive a completed waiver or the application fee. We accept multiple different fee waiver forms, which you can learn more about in our application FAQs.
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Complete direct admission steps (optional)
If your program offers direct admission and requires additional admission steps (like auditions) or academic criteria, you may need to provide that along with your completed application. Review our page on admission paths to learn if your program requires additional steps.
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Share your test scores (optional)
IU's test-optional admissions policy allows you to choose whether to have your SAT and/or ACT test scores considered as part of your application review. If you choose to have your test scores considered, you may share either official or self-reported scores. If you choose to self-report your scores, you can do so on your application. You may also self-report additional test scores after submitting your application. Review our test-optional policy and learn how to report scores here.
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Double check your browser settings
Make sure you allow pop-ups and enable third-party cookies to ensure that your application and fee payment will be submitted correctly. If you experience any payment issues, please contact us at admsbus@iu.edu or 812-855-0661. In the processing of your application, any required information that is missing will be added to your checklist in your IU Portal as a required item.
When will I receive a response?
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Steps to take after you apply
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To check the status of your application and review any checklist items you need to complete, log in to your IU Portal. Once you have started your application, login information for your IU Portal will be sent by email within 2 to 3 business days.
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Create your IU computing account
Your university ID number will be listed in your IU Portal. Use your university ID number to create your IU computing account, which you will use for other important tasks during your admission process, including direct admission review requests.
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If you chose at the point of application to have your SAT and/or ACT test scores considered as part of your application review, you can self-report your scores by completing the form linked here.
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If you want to update your selection of whether or not to have test scores included in your application review, please complete the form linked here. If you opt to have your test scores considered and have not yet submitted test scores, you will also need to self-report or send your official scores.
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To learn how to make changes to your application, log in to your IU Portal. Please note that if you change your intended major, your application for admission will be reviewed again, even if you already received a decision. If you'd like to cancel, complete the cancellation form within your IU Portal.
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The Hoosier Link program allows a select group of Indiana residents who are high school graduates (and who have never attended a college institution full-time) the opportunity to gain transfer admission to IU Bloomington upon reaching specific academic benchmarks.
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Explore your options
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Research majors
Before you apply, make sure you spend some time exploring our different schools and 200+ majors.
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Learn about exploratory programs
IU Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs who have not yet chosen a major are considered exploratory Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs. Indiana University promotes academic exploration and encourages Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµs to spend time discovering the path that’s right for them.
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Review college costs
Review cost information, financial aid and funding options, and learn how to be considered for the most scholarships at IU and in your community.
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Office of Admissions
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