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Common questions

What kind of high school degree is required to apply to IU?

All nine IU campuses require students to earn an accredited high school diploma or equivalent before enrollment. If you’re currently a high school student, this just means you should be on track to earn your diploma when you apply to IU. Specific coursework requirements vary by campus.

Are the GED and other high school equivalency exams accepted?

Yes! IU Bloomington accepts the Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma. All other campuses also accept the GED (General Education Development) test, the TASC (Test Assessing Secondary Completion), and the HiSET (High School Equivalency Test). Some campuses set score minimums for these equivalency tests. You’ll find those listed in the “First-year admission standards by campus” table on this page.

Are ACT/SAT scores required?

IU has a test-optional admissions policy—students can choose at the point of application whether to have SAT and/or ACT scores considered as part of their application review.

Note: Application requirements and standards may differ for transfer students, international students, adult applicants, homeschooled students, or those who have been out of school for a year or more. For more information, visit the Admissions section of the website for the campus(es) you’re interested in, or contact their Office of Admissions to learn more.

What if I don’t meet the admission standards for the campus I want to apply to?

In some cases, IU may grant conditional admission to students who don’t meet all the requirements listed. If you’re not sure whether your credentials match the admission standards, contact the Office of Admissions for the campus(es) you’re interested in to talk through your options.

What else can I do to make my application stand out?

Academically, IU Bloomington encourages students to pursue a challenging high school curriculum that includes dual credit, Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and/or Advance College Project (ACP) classes will give your application an edge. If you go to high school in Indiana, a Core 40 with Academic Honors or Core 40 with Technical Honors diploma can also help you stand out, no matter which IU campus(es) you apply to.