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Admission requirements for entry to Ball State University vary depending upon your desired level of study.
:: Freshman
BSU has a competitive admission process in which new applicants are evaluated on academic performance as well as standardized tests, extracurricular activities, and other talents. BSU looks at the "whole picture" when evaluating you for admission.
You are a freshman if all of the below statements are true:
- You have completed high school or secondary school
- You have not attended a university or college or other post-secondary institution
- You wish to attain a bachelor's or associate degree
For more detailed information on Freshman application procedures CLICK HERE.
:: Transfer
You are a transfer student if:
- You have attended a university or post-secondary institution for at least 1 semester, but you have not completed a bachelor's degree.
For more detailed information on Transfer application procedures CLICK HERE.
:: Graduate
You are a graduate student if:
- You have already received a bachelor's degree that is comparable to the U.S. bachelor's degree of (4) years or have obtained a master's or doctoral degree from an accredited institution in your country or in the U.S.A.
For more detailed information on Graduate application procedures CLICK HERE.
:: Conditional
You will be required to submit the following in order to receive a letter of conditional admission:
- Submit an official TOEFL score between 173/500 and 213/550 and sit for an English proficiency test upon arrival to determine what remedial English courses must be completed before beginning full academic courses; or
- Attend the Intensive English Program at BSU until you successfully complete the program or submit a TOEFL score of 213/550 or higher.
- Submit autobiographical statement
For more detailed information CLICK HERE.