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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Les étudiants internationaux doivent aussi prévoir un budget pour l'assurance santé, le visa et les frais de voyage, qui ne figurent pas ici.
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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 Chine. Irving and Lena Lo (ILLO) Scholarship Fund: only for students from Chine, R.A.S. chinoise de Hong Kong, Taïwan. Japan Alumni Chapter Scholarship: only for students from Japon. |
| 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 févr.. |
| 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 | not yet determined |
| After graduation | not yet determined |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Aide financière et conditions pour les étudiants internationaux
| Aides et admission pour les candidats internationaux | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
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| Couvre la totalité des besoins financiers | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Bourses au mérite | Oui — les étudiants internationaux peuvent recevoir des bourses au mériteSources (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Forms for international aid applicants | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Must request aid when applying? | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Politique SAT / ACT | Test facultatif (SAT/ACT peuvent être envoyés)Sources (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Niveau d'anglais | Test d'anglais obligatoire, sauf dispense
Sources (6)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“TOEFL (internet-based test) 79”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 6.5”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Duolingo English Test (DET) 115”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Pearson PTE 53”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Yes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offeredSources (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Successfully completing Level 7 of the Intensive English Program (IEP) at IU Bloomington”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Bourses pour les étudiants de première année
Global Citizen Scholarship
$3,000–$5,000 en une fois
- Who can receive it: Étudiants internationaux uniquement
- Amount: $3,000–$5,000 en une fois
- Number of awards: 3
- Deadline: 1 nov.
Sources (3)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“This scholarship recognizes the outstanding contributions international students make to IU.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“The deadline to submit your entry for the Global Citizen Scholarship is November 1st at 11:59 PM.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12C.V. Starr Foundation Scholarship
Montant non publié
- Who can receive it: Students from Chine
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
- Deadline: 1 févr.
Sources (3)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Submit all your admission application materials by February 1 to be considered.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Global Engagement Scholarship
Montant non publié
- Who can receive it: Étudiants internationaux uniquement
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
- Deadline: 1 févr.
Sources (3)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“February 1 is the regular decision deadline and the deadline for Global Engagement Scholarship consideration.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Irving and Lena Lo (ILLO) Scholarship Fund
Montant non publié
- Who can receive it: Students from Chine, R.A.S. chinoise de Hong Kong, Taïwan
- Financial need: Required
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (3)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Demonstrate financial need.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Complete a scholarship application form through Atlas”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Japan Alumni Chapter Scholarship
Montant non publié
- Who can receive it: Students from Japon
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
- Deadline: 1 févr.
Sources (3)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Submit all your admission application materials by February 1 to be considered.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Rising Star Scholarship
Montant non publié
- Who can receive it: Étudiants internationaux uniquement
- Minimum grades / scores: GPA 3+
- How to apply: Nomination by the school
Sources (4)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“Identify as a female, nonimmigrant, international student.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Be a freshman, sophomore, or junior at the time of nomination.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Scott Schurz Latin American Scholarship
Montant non publié
- Renewal: Renouvelable — up to 4 years
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (3)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“The Media School administers this scholarship and matches students primarily through IU's Selective Scholarship Application.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“We recommend applying by February 1 for full consideration.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 Source (3)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “If you wish to attend the spring semester (January start), apply by September 15.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“If you wish to attend the summer semester (June start), apply by January 1.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Fall start, early action (non-binding) application deadline: November 1”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Application fee | $65 one-time Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Required materials include secondary school records and demonstration of English proficiency.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Proof of funds / financial documents: Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Teacher recommendation: Optional Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Optional materials you can submit with your application”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Optional Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Required materials include secondary school records and demonstration of English proficiency.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 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. Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “For highest admission and scholarship consideration, apply by the early action (non-binding) November 1 deadline.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Regular Decision — Application | 1 févr. The normal round; not binding. Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “February 1 is the regular decision deadline”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Early Action — Scholarship application | 1 nov. Apply early and hear early; not binding — you can still choose another college. Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “To be considered for IU Scholarships, you must submit your complete application for admission to IU by November 1.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Regular Decision — Scholarship application | 1 févr. The normal round; not binding. Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “February 1 is the regular decision deadline and the deadline for Global Engagement Scholarship consideration.”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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). |
Sources (8)
Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université.
“Tuition and mandatory fees $44,339”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Estimated costs for international undergraduate students”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Housing and food (based on a double residence hall room with a standard meal plan) $12,431”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Mandatory health insurance $1,916”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Total for 9 months $61,156”bloomington.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “If you are a first-year undergraduate student at IU Bloomington, you are required to live on campus.”ois.iu.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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Lieu
| 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).