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Application process for transfer students

IU Bloomington is a great place to finish your degree, and the campus welcomes approximately 1,000 transfer students each year. Use this page to guide you through the admissions process.

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Ready to become a Hoosier?

Students who are enrolled at an accredited, two- or four-year college, including another IU campus, and meet published IU Bloomington admission standards will be guaranteed admission to the IU Bloomington campus. Once admitted, students have the opportunity to pursue and complete the admission requirements for their preferred academic program.

There are two application options to choose from, but you should submit only one application for transfer admission to IU Bloomington.

 

Missed the June 1 deadline to apply?

Even though the June 1 deadline has passed, we are still accepting applications for fall 2026.
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International applicants

Transferring from outside the U.S.?

The application process for international students is slightly different. View an overview of IU Bloomington admissions for international transfer students.

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Transferring from another IU campus?

If you’re currently taking classes at one of our nine IU campuses, we invite you to apply to IU Bloomington! Every year, hundreds of students transfer their enrollment from another IU campus to IU Bloomington.

Learn about intercampus transfer

Important steps before you apply

Before you begin the application process, there are a few steps you should take to get ready to apply.

  • Note important deadlines

    Learn about our application deadlines and when you can expect to hear from us.

  • 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. 

  • Explore admission pathways

    There are a few ways you could start your academic journey at IU Bloomington, including direct admission, Indiana College Core, Transfer Single Articulation Pathways, and guaranteed admission. Learn more about the different ways to start at IU.

  • Transferring credits

    Use our Credit Transfer Service to explore how courses you've taken at other colleges might transfer to IU. If you are admitted, we will evaluate your transcript(s) and provide a transfer credit report outlining which of your courses translate to IU credit.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Research majors

    Before you apply, make sure you spend some time exploring our different schools and 200+ majors.

  • Learn about exploratory programs

    IU students who have not yet chosen a major are considered exploratory students. Indiana University promotes academic exploration and encourages students to spend time discovering the path that’s right for them.

  • 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.

Complete your application

Once you've reviewed all of the information you need to know before you apply, it's time to submit your application! Start by selecting the Apply IU Application or Common Application, then complete the steps in this section.

  • 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.

  • Send your transcripts

    We require an official transcript from each college or university you have attended. If you have completed fewer than 26 transferable semester hours (or 39 quarter hours) of college coursework, we will review your high school transcript as part of the admissions process.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Get to know the IU transfer experience

Explore what it's like to transfer to Indiana University Bloomington—from applying to academics to building community—straight from transfer students.

 

Visit IU

Experience the Bloomington campus

Sign up for a transfer visit to explore the IU Bloomington campus in person or virtually. These programs are tailored to the transfer student experience, including a personalized review of your transfer credits.
Explore transfer visit options

Steps to take after you apply

Once you apply, you will be invited to your IU Portal where you can check your application status. Review the steps listed here to learn more about what you can do after you apply. We’ll let you know if you’ve been accepted four to eight weeks after we receive all your application documents.

  • Check your application status

    Once you have started your application, login information for your IU Portal will be sent by email within 2 to 3 business days. From the IU Portal, you will be able to check the status of your application and review the checklist items you need to complete. If any checklist items are listed as required, your application will not be further reviewed until those items are received. After your items are received, it may take up to four weeks for them to be updated in your checklist. Please be patient and check back frequently.

  • 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.

  • Make changes to or cancel your application

    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.

  • Access your Transfer Credit Report

    If admitted, you can access your detailed Transfer Credit Report approximately two to three weeks after admission through the “Transfer Credits” app in One.IU. For general transfer credit questions, visit the Credit Transfer Service site or contact the Office of Admissions. For course equivalency or degree-related questions, contact your school or college.

 

Admitted students

If you're admitted to IU Bloomington, you'll need to reserve your space by indicating your intent to enroll.
Reserve your space
 

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