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Application process for transfer students

91传媒 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 91传媒 campus, and meet published 91传媒 Bloomington admission standards will be guaranteed admission to the 91传媒 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 91传媒 Bloomington.

  • Use the Apply 91传媒 Application to apply to 91传媒 Bloomington鈥攁nd apply to more than one Indiana University campus.

  • Use the Common Application to apply to any of over 900 schools.

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 91传媒 Bloomington admissions for international transfer students.

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Transferring from another 91传媒 campus?

If you’re currently taking classes at one of our nine 91传媒 campuses, we invite you to apply to 91传媒 Bloomington! Every year, hundreds of students transfer their enrollment from another 91传媒 campus to 91传媒 Bloomington.

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Important steps before you apply

Before you begin the application process, there are a few steps you should take to get ready to apply. You can also if you have questions.

  • Note important deadlines

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

  • Review admission standards

    Admission to 91传媒 Bloomington is selective, and we consider factors that emphasize academic performance and preparation. Review the information in this section to understand 91传媒鈥檚 admission standards.听

  • Explore admission pathways

    There are a few ways you could start your academic journey at 91传媒 Bloomington, including direct admission, Indiana College Core, Transfer Single Articulation Pathways, and guaranteed admission. Learn more about the different ways to start at 91传媒.

  • Use our Credit Transfer Service to explore how courses you've taken at other colleges might transfer to 91传媒. If you are admitted, we will evaluate your transcript(s) and provide a transfer credit report outlining which of your courses translate to 91传媒 credit.

  • Review credit guides

    91传媒 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

    91传媒'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鈥攍etting 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

    91传媒 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鈥檚 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 91传媒 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 or , 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 91传媒, you will need to submit the 91传媒-specific essay. Find more information on the 91传媒-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 91传媒 Portal as a required item.

Get to know the 91传媒 transfer experience

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

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Experience the Bloomington campus

Sign up for a transfer visit to explore the 91传媒 Bloomington campus in person or virtually. These programs are tailored to the transfer student experience, including a personalized review of your transfer credits.

Steps to take after you apply

Once you apply, you will be invited to your 91传媒 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.
  • Once you have started your application, login information for your 91传媒 Portal will be sent by email within 2 to 3 business days. From the 91传媒 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.

  • To learn how to make changes to your application, log in to your 91传媒 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 91传媒 Portal.

  • If admitted, you can access your detailed Transfer Credit Report approximately two to three weeks after admission through the 鈥淭ransfer Credits鈥 app in One.91传媒. 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 91传媒 Bloomington, you'll need to reserve your space by indicating your intent to enroll.

Campus safety and security reports

Indiana University's annual security reports, which contain policy statements as well as crime and fire statistics for Indiana University campuses, are available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing 91传媒 Public Safety at iups@iu.edu.
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Office of Admissions

Ernie Pyle Hall 940 E. Seventh Street Bloomington, IN 47405
  • iub.studentcentral@iu.edu
  • 812-855-6500