Procedure
Students who wish to apply for admission may submit formal applications after completion of the junior year of high school or its equivalent. When all admission materials are received by Indiana Tech, the applicant is notified concerning eligibility for admission. In addition to the application form, these materials include the high school transcript, ACT or SAT test scores, and an application fee of $50. The application fee is not refundable and cannot be applied to tuition, fees, or housing. Checks or money orders should be made payable to Indiana Tech.
A new student may enter at the beginning of any regularly scheduled term. The exact dates are indicated in the academic calendar. An application form may be obtained from the Office of Admissions, Indiana Tech, 1600 E. Washington Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46803, or online at www.IndianaTech.edu
Advance Deposits
Each new student admitted to Indiana Tech must make an advance deposit of $100 (applies toward tuition) after notice by the Office of Admissions that the application has been accepted.
This is refundable if written notification of cancellation is postmarked by May 1 for students starting in the fall and by October 1 for students starting in the spring.
Upon receipt of the advance deposit, the student’s name is officially recorded on the roster of students. This procedure assures a student of a place in the university. The advance deposit will be fully credited to the student’s tuition and fees upon first registration. This deposit is not recurring. Students who will live in Indiana Tech residence halls are required to make a $350 deposit with their application for student housing. This deposit is refundable if written notification of cancellation is postmarked by May 1 for students starting in the fall and by December 1 for students starting in the spring. This deposit is held as security against damage and is refundable upon completion of the terms of the residence hall contract. Housing for both male and female students is available. A student is not considered fully accepted until the following are completed:
- All required admission forms including the application fee have been submitted;
- He/she has been notified of acceptance by the Office of Admissions;
- He/she has confirmed intention to matriculate by forwarding the $100 tuition deposit plus a housing deposit, if applicable.
Campus Visits and Interviews
Candidates for admission and their families are encouraged to visit Indiana Tech so that they may tour the campus and talk with an admissions counselor. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to meet with faculty members about anticipated programs of study. An appointment may be made by writing the Office of Admissions, by calling toll free at 800.937.2448 ext. 3103, or online at www.IndianaTech.edu/visit. Office hours are weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Although a personal interview is not required, Indiana Tech reserves the right to require an interview if the Office of Admissions considers an interview desirable.
Minimum Requirements for Admission
Freshman Students: Admission as a freshman student is primarily based on the applicant’s secondary school record. The student also is required to submit an SAT or ACT result. Extracurricular interests, activities, demonstrated student interest, and recommendations from secondary school officials are also considered. A personal interview, though not required, is strongly recommended.
Advanced standing may be awarded to new students on the basis of CEEB Advanced Placement test scores, special examination by Indiana Tech, or by the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), both general and subject examinations.
Indiana Tech recognizes the General Education Development test for applicants who wish to establish high school equivalency.
Transfer Students: A student who is attending or has attended another college or university may apply for admission to Indiana Tech as a transfer student by submitting the regular application for admission, secondary school transcripts, and transcripts from all colleges previously attended. Transfer credit may be granted for courses completed with the grade of C or higher or their equivalents from accredited colleges or universities. Application of transfer credit to specific degree programs is determined by the appropriate college dean. Students wishing to transfer from colleges not regionally accredited may be required to submit catalogs and/or course syllabi in order that potential transfer credit may be analyzed.
Credit awarded through the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) or the DSST Program may also be submitted for approval for transfer credit.
Visiting Students: A person who wishes to enroll for a limited number of credits, but not as a candidate for a degree, may register as a visiting student upon presentation of evidence to an appropriate dean that he or she meets the requirements for admission. Visiting students seeking temporary admission, in order to accumulate credits toward completion of degree requirements at another institution, should have written approval to register for the specific courses from the degree-granting institution. This status is not available to a student dismissed from Indiana Tech for academic or other reasons. Contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.
Veterans: Indiana Tech aids veterans in academic and financial counseling as well as in making available information regarding eligibility and procedures for applying for G.I. Bill educational benefits. Contact the Office of the Registrar for more information.
International Students
Indiana Tech welcomes student applications from foreign countries. Students from foreign countries will be admitted into academic studies on the basis of certified credentials verifying completion of preparatory studies and a TOEFL score of at least 70 IBT or IELTS of 6.0. Students with lower TOEFL or IELTS scores may be encouraged to enroll in Indiana Tech’s Intensive English Program.
We encourage all students to complete their application process and receive acceptance at least one month before the start of their first term. This helps avoid delays in processing, shipping and visa issuance. Please keep challenges such as paperwork delivery, currency exchange, and travel time in mind to ensure your timely start of studies.
A $1,000 tuition deposit is required for matriculation in all programs. This deposit is refundable only if the student is denied a visa or a request is made in writing before the enrollment deadline. In order to recognize the additional expenses associated with handling, processing, and admitting students from foreign countries, Indiana Tech charges a one-time processing fee of $250 upon initial enrollment. International students are also required to purchase Indiana Tech’s medical insurance.
It is strongly recommended that international students forward a significant sum of money (a minimum of $5,000 USD is suggested) to be applied against tuition, room, board, and other fees in the freshman year. This credit will serve to offset initial delays which often occur in the transfer of funds between the students’ country of origin and the United States. The Office of International Student Admissions & Orientation is available for students’ assistance and advising.
International Student Regulations
International students entering the United States on student visas must have ample funds to pay for their educational expenses without seeking an employment card to work outside of the university. The United States Immigration and Naturalization Service requires that all individuals with student visas be enrolled on a full-time basis (a minimum of 12 credits each semester for undergraduate students) and keep their passports valid for no less than six months. All international students should report to the Office of International Student Admissions & Orientation once they arrive on campus with their I-20 and passport. The university is required to track certain information including entry date, passport numbers, local address, and major field of study. It is the responsibility of each individual student to maintain his or her immigration status and notify INS of any address change that occurs within 10 days.
Designated School Officials (DSOs) assists students by providing travel documents and other forms needed to be in compliance with INS regulations. For a complete listing of Indiana Tech DSOs, please contact the Office of International Student Admissions & Orientation.
Non-discrimination Policy
All members of the Indiana Tech community (in employment and educational programs and activities) are provided equal opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, physical or mental disability, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or status as a covered veteran. (Covered veterans are special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Vietnam era veterans, or any other veterans who served in active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized.)
Indiana Tech is committed to achieving equal education opportunity and full participation for persons with disabilities. In compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the university does not exclude otherwise qualified persons with disabilities, solely by reason of the disability, from participating in university programs and activities, nor are persons with disabilities denied the benefits of these programs or subjected to discrimination.
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