Admission to Ball State is competitive, so apply early to pursue a bachelor’s or associate degree. Make sure to review our admission criteria and instructions and our dates and deadlines. Then complete the online form below that applies to you.
Applications and Dates
Students interested in applying for Fall 2019, Summer 2019, and Spring 2019 may apply now using the appropriate link below.
First-time Freshmen Enrolling on Campus
Transfer, International, or Online Students
Other Students
You will need to apply through the Office of the Registrar if you are re-enrolling, reinstating, a guest, auditing, participating in a nondegree program, or earning a second bachelor's degree.
Instructions and Criteria
Be sure to review our admission requirements and instructions, which differ depending on what type of student you are.
Some of our academic programs have additional applications, auditions, or other admission requirements in order to enroll in those majors. See those programs.
Already Applied?
You can check the status of your application by visiting MyBSU, selecting "Self-Service Banner" near the top, and then inserting your Ball State username and password. Or if you've already been admitted, congratulations! It's time to confirm your enrollment.