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Office of Admissions

Important Information for Parents

You are about to embark on a wonderful journey with your child . . . higher education! We understand that the transition to college holds special challenges for both students and their guardians, and we'd like to help make it as easy as possible.This web page will address some of your questions about getting your child started on the path to higher education and each step after enrollment. You will find information about tuition and financial aid, admission requirements, orientation, and academic majors and programs. Please know that we have admissions counselors and academic advisors available Monday through Friday. Contact the Office of Admissions if your questions have not been addressed here or attend our next Web Wednesday.

Timeline for High School Students

9th and 10th grades
  • Take high-level English, math, science, social studies, and foreign language courses and map out a four-year plan of the courses you need to take in high school to get into college. This includes a math and English class every semester.
  • Work on improving your vocabulary and math skills so you do well on the ISTEP+ test and others like the PSAT, SAT, and ACT.
  • Remember to stay in the top 50% of your class.
11th grade
  • Visit colleges during your junior year.
  • Take the SAT or ACT exam.
12th grade
  • Apply to your top college choices in the fall.

Important Dates

October 1
December 1

Be admitted to IU Kokomo by December 1 to receive IU Kokomo Scholarships.

March
April
  • Your financial aid will be processed as an incoming freshman.
  • Receive paperwork from IU Kokomo if you were selected for verification by the federal government.
  • Your financial aid notification letter will be sent once your aid has been processed and will be viewable via your One.IU account.
  • You must accept your loan (if you still wish to receive it) via your One.IU account.
  • Sign an Electronic Master Promissory Note (MPN).
  • Participate in  Entrance Counseling.
July
  • Bills may be due depending on when you registered for classes. View tuition costs and payment plans at the Office of the Bursar.
  • View your bill via your One.IU account. You will not receive a paper bill.
August

Frequently Asked Questions

Why IU Kokomo?
IU Kokomo offers a wide array of degrees as well as certificate programs and professional degree programs. More than 80 percent of the full-time faculty have a doctoral degree or the highest degree offered in their field. Many professors are nationally recognized for their teaching, research, and scholarship. IU Kokomo supports your child's success with services such as the writing center and math lab, offering personalized tutoring; the honors program for outstanding students; and an Office of Career Services and Accessibility, to assist students with internships and job searches. Students can arrange a class schedule that fits their needs, choosing from more than 250 classes each semester, including day, evening, and some weekend classes. Some full-time students attend classes only two days a week. Located just off of US 31 in Kokomo, our state-of-the-art facilities are within driving distance from home.
What are the admission requirements for incoming freshmen?
For a beginning freshman student, we will examine your child's high school record including courses completed, class rank, and standardized test results. 
My child is home schooled. Can he/she still be admitted to IU Kokomo?
Yes. Students have enrolled at IU Kokomo with home school backgrounds, and as a group, these students have academically excelled. Our admission requirements for home school students are the same requirements used for students attending public or private schools.
What kinds of degree programs does IU Kokomo offer?
You can view a complete list of IU Kokomo's degrees, certificates, and professional programs here.
Is a university education worth the money?
Yes! Nothing opens doors of opportunity like a college degree.
How much does it cost to attend IU Kokomo?
Fees are charged to the student based on the number of credit hours the student is enrolled. A student who is considered full time must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 undergraduate credit hours per semester. In addition to tuition, there are different fees assessed based upon what types of courses a student takes and how many courses are taken. You can visit the Office of the Bursar for a complete list of tuition and costs. A few sample scenarios of fee assessment for undergraduate students are available on the financial aid page.
Where can I find information about financial aid and scholarships?
The first step in receiving any financial aid is to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This form is available online at the FAFSA Website. You are able to list up to six schools you would like the federal processor to send your child's information. The IU Kokomo school code is 001814. Once admitted and after Office of Scholarship & Financial Aid has received the FAFSA information, you will receive an award notification letter informing you how much aid (including grants, loans, and work-study monies) is available. Additional information about paying for college can be found at Federal Student Aid and Fastweb.
How large are classes at IU Kokomo?
The average class size is 21, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 18:1.
Where do students live?

IU Kokomo has students who live at home and commute, and students who live on their own in Kokomo. IU Kokomo does not currently have dorms on campus. If you are looking for apartment options, two good websites to look into are Apartments.com and Apartment List. The Annex of Kokomo is a great option for students as well as it is located directly across the street on Washington. It is an affordable student living facility that caters to students in a variety of living options. You can also pick up a copy of the IU Kokomo student newspaper, The Correspondent, to look for student discounts on apartments near campus.

How safe is the campus?

IU Kokomo employs 10 police officers. In an effort to provide protection and security to the campus, the IU University Police provides a number of services, including emergency telephones directly connected to the IU Kokomo University Police. These phones provide free access for people on campus to request any type of assistance; students may request that campus police escort them to their car or another building on campus. In 2016, IU Kokomo was voted the 2nd safest college campus in Indiana.

Does IU Kokomo have services available to assist those with disabilities?
Yes. Accessibility Services works to make campus life and learning accessible for students with disabilities. Their mission is to construct an environment for students with disabilities. They offer services such as assistance of faculty, classroom modifications, alternative testing arrangements, informal counseling, recruitment and selection of interpreters, note takers, tutors, readers, parking decals, and computer assistance.
How can I schedule a campus visit?

Any time is a wonderful time to visit IU Kokomo during your college selection process. We offer campus tours led by current IU Kokomo students so that you can gain insight from their perspective on our university and find out why IU Kokomo was the right choice for them. The tour lasts approximately one hour and includes all of our classroom buildings, our new science building, our state-of-the-art library, and the Kelley Student Center. At the end of the tour, you are also welcome to speak to an admissions counselor about your options at IU Kokomo.

While you are on campus, you may also visit our bookstore, eat lunch in the Cougar Cafe, or meet with an academic advisor. If you would like to speak to a specific department or office, our staff would be more than happy to put you in touch with them when you reserve your tour. Want to schedule a tour? We have a flexible calendar that offers many morning and late afternoon tours. Please call the Office of Admissions at (765) 455-9217 or toll-free (888) 875-4485.

Do you offer open houses?

In the spring and fall we offer Visit In Person (V.I.P.) Days. V.I.P. Day is a half-day program for prospective high school juniors and seniors and their parents. The day includes interactive campus tours with faculty and information presentations; break-out session in Admissions, Financial Aid, Career Services, and Student Activities.

Last updated: 11/14/2018