Direct admission for beginning freshmen
Direct admission to a major
After you’re admitted to IU Indianapolis, the committee will determine if you are directly admitted to your selected major or if you’ll start your college experience in University College. No matter where you begin, you’ll be on the best path to earning your degree.
Haven’t chosen your area of study? We’ve got you. Consider starting as an exploratory student to gain access to dedicated support for choosing a major and career that’s best for you.
Herron School of Art and Design
Graduate from the Herron School of Art and Design with the skills and experience to succeed in the fine arts world. Submit your portfolio after you apply for admission to IU Indianapolis. (Tips on submitting your portfolio).
Kelley School of Business
Learn how to get business done right at the Kelley School of Business with a mix of real-world skills and theoretical principles.
School of Education
Become an educator who inspires a new generation with your knowledge and wisdom. The School of Education direct admits all students so you can hit the ground running.
School of Health and Human Sciences
Join an academic program that propels you to success in sports, events, fitness, health, and more. This school offers two direct admission paths: with test scores or without.
Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering
Explore new frontiers of technology, entertainment, and communication to meet the challenges of tomorrow. Anyone with a 3.0 or above GPA will be directly admitted.
School of Liberal Arts
Make your mark on the humanities or social sciences. The School of Liberal Arts directly admits all students.
School of Medicine
You'll find your future in medicine and the health sciences with a prestigious bachelor’s degree offered by the nation’s largest medical school. Most students are not directly admitted here.
School of Nursing
Combine your passion for patient care with skills from a world-class nursing program. Secure your undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral degree in nursing through direct nursing admission.
Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
Your bold approach to philanthropy matters here. Blend practical knowledge with theory to act and benefit humanity. Direct admission is possible depending on testing and GPA.
Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs
Make a local and global impact on government, business, nonprofits, and more. Don’t accept anything less than changing the world. Direct admission is based on GPA with or without test scores.
Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health
Ready to build a healthier world? This is the beating heart of healthcare education in administration, public health, and more. Request direct admission with or without test scores.
School of Science
Delve into a diverse array of scientific fields, from chemistry and psychology to mathematics and medicine. You’ll cultivate the knowledge and expertise to become a leader equipped to address the challenges of tomorrow. Please review the comprehensive direct admission requirements.
School of Social Work
Promote social and economic justice at every level. Build healthier communities and shape tomorrow’s social policies. You’ll need to complete prerequisites before being considered for direct admission.
IU Indianapolis
Office of Admissions
420 University Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46202
USA