Indiana University Bloomington
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Indiana University Bloomington is in Bloomington, United States. Tuition for international students: $44,339 per year (reference). Standard entry requirements: College-preparatory secondary coursework At least 34 credits of college-preparatory courses; U.S. high school diploma or equivalent. Language: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79. Applying: intake: Fall, Spring, Summer semester; application fee $65. Scholarships: 7 from the university.
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Los estudiantes internacionales también deben presupuestar seguro médico, visa y gastos de viaje que no se muestran aquí.
Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition $44,339 per year + housing and meals $12,431 per year The college asks you to show $61,156 in available funds for the I-20 (visa paperwork). This is proof you can pay, not a bill. |
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| Money from the college | Need-based aid: not yet determined. Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 3 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students. C.V. Starr Foundation Scholarship: only for students from China. Irving and Lena Lo (ILLO) Scholarship Fund: only for students from China, RAE de Hong Kong (China), Taiwán. Japan Alumni Chapter Scholarship: only for students from Japón. |
| Chances of admission | College-preparatory secondary coursework: At least 34 credits of college-preparatory courses. U.S. high school diploma or equivalent. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ English minimum: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 79, Duolingo 115, PTE 53. |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: 1 nov (Early Action — Apply early and hear early; not binding — you can still choose another college.) Last round: Regular Decision, 1 feb. |
| Where and how students live | Bloomington · 64 km from IND airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Required; housing and meals $12,431 per year |
| Working while studying | F-1 students may work on campus up to 20 hours per week while school is in session. Other work needs authorization: curricular practical training (CPT) during the program, or off-campus employment for economic hardship after one full academic year, approved by the DSO and USCIS. |
| After graduation | Optional Practical Training (OPT): 12 months of work in the field of study after a bachelor's degree; a 24-month extension applies to DHS-designated STEM degrees. |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Ayuda financiera y requisitos para estudiantes internacionales
| Ayuda y admisión para solicitantes internacionales | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
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| Cubre toda la necesidad económica | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
| Becas por mérito | Sí — los estudiantes internacionales pueden recibir becas por méritoFuentes (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Qualified international students who submit a complete application for admission by February 1 will be considered for merit-based scholarships specifically for international students.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Forms for international aid applicants | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
| Must request aid when applying? | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
| Política de SAT / ACT | Test opcional (se puede presentar el SAT/ACT)Fuentes (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Indiana University Bloomington is a test-optional institution providing students with the choice of whether to include test scores with their application for admission.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Dominio del inglés | Examen de inglés obligatorio, salvo que se aplique una exención
Fuentes (6)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “IU Bloomington requires all international undergraduate applicants to demonstrate English proficiency. You need to have met this English proficiency requirement within the last two years.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Holding citizenship from or completing at least three full years of secondary school in a predominantly English-speaking country, defined in the list of English-speaking countries”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“TOEFL (internet-based test) 79”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 6.5”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Duolingo English Test (DET) 115”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Pearson PTE 53”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Yes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offeredFuentes (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Successfully completing Level 7 of the Intensive English Program (IEP) at IU Bloomington”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“IU Bloomington requires all international undergraduate applicants to demonstrate English proficiency. You need to have met this English proficiency requirement within the last two years.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Becas para estudiantes de primer año
Global Citizen Scholarship
- Who can receive it: Solo para estudiantes internacionales
- Amount: $3,000–$5,000 por única vez
- Number of awards: 3
- Deadline: 1 nov
Fuentes (3)
“The award is a one-time scholarship presented to three students each year during International Education Week. The first place winner will receive $5,000, the second place winner will receive $4,000, and the third place winner will receive $3,000.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“This scholarship recognizes the outstanding contributions international students make to IU.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“The deadline to submit your entry for the Global Citizen Scholarship is November 1st at 11:59 PM.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12C.V. Starr Foundation Scholarship
- Who can receive it: Students from China
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
- Deadline: 1 feb
Fuentes (3)
“The C.V. Starr Foundation Scholarship at Indiana University is a one-year award offered to high-achieving nonimmigrant, first-year undergraduate students from China.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Students are automatically considered for this scholarship when they apply for admission to IU Bloomington. No separate scholarship application is required.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Submit all your admission application materials by February 1 to be considered.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Global Engagement Scholarship
- Who can receive it: Solo para estudiantes internacionales
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
- Deadline: 1 feb
Fuentes (3)
“February 1 is the regular decision deadline and the deadline for Global Engagement Scholarship consideration.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Qualified international students who submit a complete application for admission by February 1 will be considered for merit-based scholarships specifically for international students.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“These scholarships will be determined based on academic information provided in the admission application-no separate application is required.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Irving and Lena Lo (ILLO) Scholarship Fund
- Who can receive it: Students from China, RAE de Hong Kong (China), Taiwán
- Financial need: Required
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Fuentes (3)
“The Irving and Lena Lo (ILLO) Scholarship Fund supports undergraduate and graduate students at IU Bloomington from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Demonstrate financial need.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Complete a scholarship application form through Atlas”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Japan Alumni Chapter Scholarship
- Who can receive it: Students from Japón
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
- Deadline: 1 feb
Fuentes (3)
“The Japan Alumni Chapter Scholarship is a one-time award for students from Japan who show high academic excellence. Preference is given to incoming undergraduate students at IU Bloomington.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Students are automatically considered for this scholarship when they apply for admission to IU Bloomington. No separate scholarship application is required.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Submit all your admission application materials by February 1 to be considered.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Rising Star Scholarship
- Who can receive it: Solo para estudiantes internacionales
- Minimum grades / scores: GPA 3+
- How to apply: Nomination by the school
Fuentes (4)
“Identify as a female, nonimmigrant, international student.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Be a freshman, sophomore, or junior at the time of nomination.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Students cannot apply for this scholarship. Instead, students need to be nominated by an IU faculty or staff member.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Scott Schurz Latin American Scholarship
- Renewal: Renovable — up to 4 years
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Fuentes (3)
“The Scott Schurz Latin American Journalism Scholarship is available to incoming students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism degree through The Media School and is renewable up to four years.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“The Media School administers this scholarship and matches students primarily through IU's Selective Scholarship Application.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“We recommend applying by February 1 for full consideration.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | Fall, Spring, Summer semester Fuente (3)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “If you wish to attend the spring semester (January start), apply by September 15.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“If you wish to attend the summer semester (June start), apply by January 1.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Fall start, early action (non-binding) application deadline: November 1”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Application fee | $65 one-time Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “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.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Required materials include secondary school records and demonstration of English proficiency.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Proof of funds / financial documents: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “As an international student, you are required to show that you have the funds to support yourself for an academic year before you can get a visa. This financial documentation will be required as part of the admissions process.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Personal statement / main essay: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “You must submit a complete application for admission, including official transcript, essay, fee or fee waiver, and SAT, ACT, and/or CLT scores (if applicable*) by November 1 to be considered for the early action (non-binding) deadline.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Teacher recommendation: Optional Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Optional materials you can submit with your application”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Sometimes you may want to have a teacher, counselor, employer, or coach write a letter of recommendation to help us get to know you better.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Optional Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Indiana University Bloomington is a test-optional institution providing students with the choice of whether to include test scores with their application for admission.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Required materials include secondary school records and demonstration of English proficiency.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“You must submit a complete application for admission, including official transcript, essay, fee or fee waiver, and SAT, ACT, and/or CLT scores (if applicable*) by November 1 to be considered for the early action (non-binding) deadline.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Deadlines (fall 2027 entry)
| Early Action — Application | 1 nov Apply early and hear early; not binding — you can still choose another college. Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “For highest admission and scholarship consideration, apply by the early action (non-binding) November 1 deadline.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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| Regular Decision — Application | 1 feb The normal round; not binding. Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “February 1 is the regular decision deadline”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Early Action — Scholarship application | 1 nov Apply early and hear early; not binding — you can still choose another college. Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “To be considered for IU Scholarships, you must submit your complete application for admission to IU by November 1.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Regular Decision — Scholarship application | 1 feb The normal round; not binding. Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “February 1 is the regular decision deadline and the deadline for Global Engagement Scholarship consideration.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | $44,339 per year (reference) |
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| Housing and meals | $12,431 per year (reference) |
| Student health insurance | $1,916 per year (reference) Can be waived if you have comparable insurance |
| Proof of funds for the I-20 | $61,156 per year (reference) Funds you must document for the first year to receive the I-20 (needed for the student visa). |
Fuentes (8)
“Tuition and mandatory fees $44,339”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Estimated costs for international undergraduate students”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Housing and food (based on a double residence hall room with a standard meal plan) $12,431”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Mandatory health insurance $1,916”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Total for 9 months $61,156”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“If you already have health insurance, you might qualify for an exemption from the IU Plan if you meet certain criteria.”ois.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“If you qualify for an automatic exemption, you should not be assessed the IU Health Insurance Fee and will not be enrolled in the IU International Plan.”ois.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“As an international student, you are required to show that you have the funds to support yourself for an academic year before you can get a visa. This financial documentation will be required as part of the admissions process.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “If you are a first-year undergraduate student at IU Bloomington, you are required to live on campus.”ois.iu.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | F-1 students may work on campus up to 20 hours per week while school is in session. Other work needs authorization: curricular practical training (CPT) during the program, or off-campus employment for economic hardship after one full academic year, approved by the DSO and USCIS. government rule Fuente (4)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “If you participate in on-campus employment, you may not work more than 20 hours per week when school is in session.”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“F students are eligible for curricular practical training (CPT) at either the undergraduate or the graduate level during the program of study. CPT employment must be an integral part of an established curriculum and the position must directly relate to your major area of study.”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Off-campus employment is only available to you if you have completed at least one full academic year of your program of study and have an economic hardship that qualifies for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's emergent circumstances.”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“To work off campus, you must receive approval from your DSO, obtain an updated Form I-20 and apply for and receive employment authorization from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 20 (reference) government rule Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “If you participate in on-campus employment, you may not work more than 20 hours per week when school is in session.”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Optional Practical Training (OPT): 12 months of work in the field of study after a bachelor's degree; a 24-month extension applies to DHS-designated STEM degrees. government rule Fuente (4)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Twelve months of Regular OPT is available for each higher level of study. (For example a student may have 12 months for a bachelor's degree and another 12 months for a master's degree.)”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Optional practical training is one type of work permission available for eligible F-1 students. It allows students to get real-world work experience related to their field of study.”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“For students who majored in designated Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) degrees approved by DHS. This type of OPT is a 24-month extension of OPT.”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Have earned a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree from a school that is accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency and is certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) at the time you submit your STEM OPT extension application.”www.uscis.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Ubicación
| City / state | Bloomington |
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| Nearest major airport | Indianapolis International Airport (IND), about 64 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Setting from the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).