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Applying to Ivy Tech is easy. Unlike other colleges and universities, we don't charge an application fee.
Complete an application online or print the application and submit it to the admissions office.
You only have to complete the application ONE TIME. Your application is valid for 2 years at any Ivy Tech campus throughout the state. You also do not have to apply to multiple campuses, submitting one application will determine your eligibility at all Ivy Tech campuses and for all academic programs. If you need to change information on your application after it has been submitted, please contact the admissions office; do not submit another application.
Once you have submitted your application, you should receive a letter of acceptance (if your application was complete and accepted) within 7-10 business days.
Please Note: If you are a student who is currently enrolled at another college or university (a/k/a guest student), and you want to attend Ivy Tech to take courses to transfer back to your institution, you do not need to complete the online application. Please complete the Guest Student Application.
Once your application has been submitted, please review the following steps to complete the enrollment and registration process. For more information, please visit the admissions section of this website.
Please note: The online application will be unavailable March 9th through March 11th for system maintenance.
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FILL OUT THE FAFSA (if seeking Federal Aid, State Aid or Student Loans) |
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You must complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to receive a grant or student loan. And while students may apply for federal financial aid throughout the year, Ivy Tech has established financial aid priority processing dates for each enrollment period. |
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SCHEDULE AND ATTEND A NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION SESSION |
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If you are pursuing a degree you are required to attend one of the College's New Student Orientation sessions prior to registering for classes. The 2½-3 hour orientation program is offered at various times and locations. You must schedule and attend a session at the campus you wish to enroll. Students who do not intend to seek a degree are also encouraged to attend. |
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SCHEDULE AND COMPLETE THE COMPASS ASSESSMENT |
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The COMPASS is a skills assessment tool used by Ivy Tech to ensure you are taking classes that fit your academic needs. The COMPASS is not a test, so there is no pass or fail grade, but you need to complete a COMPASS assessment on campus before registering for classes. The COMPASS includes sections on writing, reading, and math. You are required to complete a COMPASS assessment unless you have scores on the SAT, PSAT, or ACT that can be substituted for the writing, reading, and math portions of the COMPASS. Generally, scores of 460 or higher on each section of the SAT, 46 or higher on each section of the PSAT, or 17 in English, 18 in reading, 18 in math or higher on each section of of the ACT are eligible for substitution as long as they were completed within the last four years. Placement into higher level math courses may require higher scores. You are strongly encouraged to brush up on your writing, reading, and math prior to taking the assessment by completing practice tests. Once you have prepared yourself for the COMPASS, you must schedule an appointment or visit during walk-in hours (if available) to complete the COMPASS assessment at your local campus. |
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MEET WITH AN ACADEMIC ADVISOR |
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You must schedule an appointment with an academic advisor to assist you in developing your class schedule and academic plans. You will learn more about advising at New Student Orientation. |
