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Ivy Tech’s skills training classes can help you prepare for an industry certification, learn new skills for your employer, or satisfy professional needs. Classes are open to the community and you don’t need to pursue a degree or apply to Ivy Tech to take them.
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Healthcare students at Ivy Tech Community College - Richmond have a brand-new space to learn and train in, one that furthers the relationship between the school and Reid Health as both organizations seek to build a pipeline of future healthcare workers. Ivy Tech pulls back the curtain on new healthcare education center
2024 Distinguished Alumni and Benefactor Awards celebrate the impact and generosity of Ivy Tech graduates, donors and volunteers Ivy Tech Richmond Names Alum and Supporter of the Year
Ivy Tech Chancellor Chad Bolser was awarded Educator of the Year for Higher Education during the annual Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce award dinner on Friday, January 19th. Chancellor Bolser Receives Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce Award
Ivy Tech Richmond and Liberation Labs will jointly develop curriculum, programs and on-site training to ensure the availability of trained employees for novel manufacturing facility in Richmond, Indiana Ivy Tech & Liberation Labs Partnership
On Ivy Tech Day, Hoosiers can support more than 190,000 students pursuing “Higher Education at the Speed of Life” Ivy Tech Foundation Annual Day of Giving Scheduled for April 23
Getting Started
Your first step to starting your Ivy Tech education is to apply for admission—with no application fee. And we’ve made that as simple as possible! If you have never applied before or it’s been two years since you last applied, you will start by clicking here. This page describes the process and tells you what you might want to later upload for your assessment. From there, you will click the “Apply Now for Free” button. It’s an easy process!
Timing
Ivy Tech does not require applications by certain dates. Instead, we offer five opportunities to start classes in January, March, June, August and October. You can start whichever time works best in your life. Your application will take about 7-10 business days to process, after which you will receive an acceptance letter in the mail. If you do not hear back from us in that timeframe, call Admissions at 888-IVY-LINE (1-888-489-5463) for information.
Online Application
We accept online applications. If this won’t work for you, you will need to visit your local campus.
How to Become an Ivy Tech Student
Once you receive your acceptance letter, you will get instructions on what to do next. Below is a list of steps you will take to become and Ivy Tech student.
Getting Started Checklist
If you like to check off items on a list, you can download a handy checklist here that outlines the steps to completing enrollment and class registration and becoming an Ivy Tech student.
Tuesdays@The Tech
If this all feels a bit overwhelming, don’t worry, we’re here to help. Take advantage of Tuesdays@TheTech by stopping by your local campus on any Tuesday to get personal support and guidance to complete your registration.
You will not be alone as you take your Ivy Tech journey. Instead, you’ll be guided by your Advisor, who will meet with you to build your Academic Completion Plan. This will include determining which classes to take each semester. If you’re planning to transfer to a four-year university after finishing your Ivy Tech degree or certificate, that will drive your plan.
Finding Your Advisor
You will work directly with an advisor at your location. You will start by logging into MyIvy, scroll to the QUICKLINKS section, and then click Schedule Appointment with Advisor. You can use this appointment scheduling guide for step-by-step instructions. The Advising Checklist on page 2 of this document will give you a good idea of what to expect and how to be best prepared for your meeting.
Worrying about how you’ll pay your tuition should never keep you away from improving your career options with an Ivy Tech education. There are many types of financial aid available to our students, and we want you to find the best fit for your situation. Getting financial aid can help you pay for college now and finish with little or no debt or a more manageable payment plan.
Financial Aid Options
Ivy Tech offers students many ways to find aid that doesn’t have to be paid back. This gift aid includes grants, scholarships, and work study programs.
Starting with the FAFSA
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the starting point for all financial aid opportunities, and you must fill it out every year. It’s actually easier to fill out than you might think. This page will help you know what information to gather and the steps to take when filling out the form.
To register for classes, you must already be accepted to Ivy Tech. It's a good idea to meet with your Advisor before registering. You can find the courses that best fit your life with our schedule builder, a tool in the MyIvy student portal that lets you easily search for the class you want. When you’re ready, you can get started here on registering for classes. If you have questions about the process, you can find lots of answers here.
You can also take advantage of Tuesdays@TheTech by stopping by your local campus on any Tuesday to get personal support and guidance to complete your registration.
Put most simply, MyIvy is your student portal for email, course registration, grades, transcripts, online payments, class communication, college events, and other student services. The first time you go to MyIvy, just click on “First Time User” to start the process (see the complete steps here).
IvyLearn is the student portal to access your course information, syllabus, and online coursework. Learn more here about getting started with IvyLearn before your first class. You’ll find both portals will make your Ivy Tech experience easy to navigate.
As you know, the schedule builder in MyIvy is our tool that lets you easily search for the classes you want. The schedule builder provides you with dates and times of each course, instructor information, and the course description so you have everything you need to make your semester schedule.
When you’re ready to register for classes, it's a good idea to schedule a meeting with your Advisor. Your advisor will make sure your academic plan is on track.
You can also take advantage of Tuesdays@TheTech by stopping by your local campus on any Tuesday to get personal support and guidance to complete your registration.
As a reminder, MyIvy is your student portal for email, course registration, grades, transcripts, online payments, class communication, college events and other student services. If you’re just getting started at Ivy Tech, click here to learn how to access MyIvy.
IvyLearn is Ivy Tech’s learning management system where you access your course information, syllabus, and online coursework. To get started successfully in an online course via IvyLearn, you need to do three things at least one week before your class begins.
Your Advisor is available not just when you’re registering for classes but throughout the semester if you have questions or concerns. You can meet with your Advisor in person, virtually or on the phone. Remember that your Advisor helped you create your Academic Completion Plan. Check back on that to make sure it still includes your current goals. If you’ve made a change, talk through that with your Advisor.
Remember that you will need to fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) each year, as well as the scholarship application. Then you can keep track of your financial aid in MyIvy. Your financial aid might include grants, scholarships, loans, and/or work study. If you cannot make just one payment for your tuition, you can set up a payment plan in MyIvy.
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Your transcript includes information about your attendance at Ivy Tech. It includes your current program of study, any degrees awarded by Ivy Tech, transfer credit and term-by-term course, and grade and GPA information.
You can request your transcript in MyIvy. Once you log in, just select Browse Topics at the top of the page, select Academics & Advising from the drop-down menu, and then select Request Official Transcripts. If you prefer, you can request your transcript by visiting your local Express Enrollment Center or Registrar’s Office. You can request mailed or electronic transcripts. The fee for official transcripts is $5 per copy.
If you're not yet an Ivy Tech student, contact the Ivy Tech Richmond Campus Admissions Office at 765-966-2656, ext. 1202 or at richmondenrollment@ivytech.edu and we'll be happy to help.
Contact your academic advisor, who can help you with your academic plan, class registration, financial aid, and more. Find your advisor