Ivy Tech Community College, IUPUI Sign Guaranteed Admissions Agreement

Beginning June 1, Ivy Tech students from across Indiana will be guaranteed admission, if they meet the stated requirements, into IUPUI.

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(Indianapolis, Ind.) - A new agreement between Ivy Tech Community College and IUPUI will enhance their strong partnership and create pathways for transfer students. Beginning June 1, Ivy Tech students from across Indiana will be guaranteed admission, if they meet the stated requirements, into IUPUI. The Guaranteed Admissions Agreement (GAA) provides Ivy Tech graduates a smooth transfer pathway with over 20 Ivy Tech Associate degree program areas included in the agreement. 

Aligning current best practices and the state's established initiatives, the GAA spells out necessary coursework toward degree requirements at both institutions. The admission to IUPUI also comes with an application fee waiver. This guaranteed admission eliminates any loss of credits, ensuring students are able to complete their bachelor's degrees on time. 

"At IUPUI, student success has always been one of our top strategic priorities, and we have been working in partnership with Ivy Tech for 30 years to ensure that students have a smooth and clear pathway to continue their education in Central Indiana," Chancellor Nasser H. Paydar said. "Considering all that we are facing right now, this new guaranteed admission agreement is more important than ever in strengthening higher education across the state and creating opportunities for Indiana residents to earn degrees that will lead to brighter futures."

"IUPUI and Ivy Tech have always had a great partnership, and the opportunity to offer a seamless transfer will be incredibly beneficial," said Ivy Tech Central Indiana Chancellor Kathleen Lee. "This will help eliminate any loss of credit during the transfer process, assure students that they can be admitted if they meet the required GPA, and put students on track to earn that bachelor's degree they've been working so hard toward."

Ivy Tech students who want to take advantage of this opportunity can work with their Ivy Tech and Passport academic advisors to confirm that their academic plan meets all the requirements.

Students can further maximize savings on their degree by taking advantage of scholarship and grant opportunities at both institutions, which is critical to Hoosiers now more than ever during the COVID-19 crisis. IUPUI offers many scholarship opportunities for Ivy Tech transfer students including RaiseMe.