Direct Transfer:

Your pathway to Indiana University Bloomington

SCHOOL TYPE: Public LOCATION: Bloomington, IN SIZE: Large PARTNER TYPE: Direct Transfer & Channel
INDIANA UNIVERSITY BLOOMINGTON WECOMES SELECT VERTO PARTICIPANTS TO CAMPUS FOLLOWING THEIR INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE.
I RECEIVED AN INVITE FROM Indiana University Bloomington.

Visit the unique link in your admission decision letter to apply and learn about your next steps

If you received an invitation, do not apply to Verto through this page.

I DID NOT RECEIVE AN INVITE, BUT I’M INTERESTED!

Start your pathway to Indiana University Bloomington by applying to Verto and following the steps below.

If you were invited to Verto by Indiana University Bloomington, click here!

We are thrilled to extend an admission offer to Verto participants who meet our outlined eligibility requirements. This unique opportunity provides a global, transformative learning experience designed to help you begin your college journey on a high note. The curriculum encourages both personal growth and academic achievement, setting the stage for success at the Indiana University Bloomington campus.

2.5+ GPA 26+ Credits 2+ Semesters
2.5+ GPA 12+ Credits 1 Semesters
*All eligibility requirements listed below

If you were invited to Verto by IUB, your requirements may differ. Visit your invitation link for more information and to apply to Verto.

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to begin your pathway to Indiana University Bloomington
How does the Direct
Transfer Pathway
work?

Apply to Verto to begin your pathway to Indiana University Bloomington.

Review Indiana University Bloomington's full eligibility requirements for guaranteed admission and set academic goals for your experience abroad.

Embark on your Verto abroad experience and work with staff on-site to submit your free Verto Direct Transfer Application to Indiana University Bloomington.

Arrive on campus at Indiana University Bloomington with a deeper global perspective and skill set that will serve you as a student and well into your future.

*Admission only guaranteed if the respective school has capacity and/or program/major availability.
Some schools or majors may have additional eligibility or application requirements. Students must maintain good conduct and meet the college's admissions requirements.

Did You Know?
Courses on a semester with Verto have already been reviewed by Indiana University Bloomington.
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Indiana University Bloomington

At Indiana University Bloomington, you’ll discover a campus full of opportunities that will help you prepare for your future and reach your goals. Discover new things. Spark your curiosity and your creativity. Aspire to make a difference. At IUB, you’ll have experiences you can only find at a large university, with expert faculty and advisors guiding your way. And with 200+ majors, you can mix and match programs to find your perfect path.

IUB offers 750+ student organizations, 20+ learning communities, and 130+ cultural organizations, giving you endless opportunities to build meaningful connections and explore other perspectives. You can take your education global with over 380 study abroad programs. Hands-on instruction and high-impact experiences provide career exploration from day one.

When it’s time to connect with employers, you can meet with your career coach, attend job fairs, and meet with the thousands of employers who recruit at IUB each year. All of this takes place on one of the most beautiful campuses in the country, with spaces designed to support your success inside and outside of the classroom.

"Through our partnership with Verto, students can start their college journey with an impactful global experience and continue their education at Indiana University Bloomington, allowing more students to experience the world and reach their goal of an IUB degree."
-Dr. David B. Johnson, Vice Provost for Enrollment Management, IUB
Indiana University Bloomington Students Are:
Ambitious
Creative
Caring
37,000+
undergraduate student body
18:1
student to faculty ratio
#34
Top Public School
#9
Best Undergraduate Business Program
#4

in the nation of number of students studying abroad

ACADEMICS

Choose from over 200 majors across our 12 schools to find a program that aligns with your career goals. You’ll have space to explore your interests and mix and match majors, minors, and certificates to create your ideal academic journey–with support along the way. If graduate school is in your plans, take advantage of IUB’s Accelerated Master’s Programs to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in just five years.

Undergraduate majors include:

  • Kinesiology
  • Psychology
  • Computer Science
  • Media
  • Studio Art
FINANCES

At this time, transfer students are not eligible to be considered for one of the automatic IUB Academic Scholarships that are awarded to incoming first-year students. 

In addition to submitting the IUB Scholarships Application, we encourage all students to explore external scholarship opportunities both within their community and online. Our Non-IUB Scholarships page is a great resource for learning more about external scholarship opportunities.

Other IUB Department scholarships and awards pages/resources:

Learn more about IUB transfer student scholarships.

Indiana University Bloomington’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) code is 001809.

TRANSFER STUDENT SUPPORT

Your academic advisor at New Student Orientation will advise based on your intended IUB degree plan and take into consideration how courses taken during the Verto experience will fit into the plan.

student life

Student organizations:

Find your community, explore new interests, build leadership skills, and more with the 750+ student organizations at IUB. From intramural sports to student government to Greek life, you’ll find an array of options, including transfer specific groups like Transfer Student Advisory Board and Tau Sigma National Honor Society at IUB.

Find out more about how to get involved at IUB.

Housing:

Living on campus is convenient with 19 residence halls in neighborhoods across campus, giving you nearby access to resources and support. You can also select from 20+ living-learning centers to make connections with other students with similar academic and personal interests. Transfer students can follow the IUB Housing application timelines to apply for spring or fall semester housing.

Study Abroad:

If your Verto study abroad experience inspires you to see more of the world, IUB can help you go global! With over 380 study abroad programs in 70+ countries, you can find a program that sparks your interests.

To earn guaranteed admission to Indiana University Bloomington through the Direct Transfer Pathway, during your time with Verto you will need:

  • 3.0+ High School GPA
  • 2.5+ GPA while abroad with Verto
  • 12+ credits
  • All courses with a grade of C or higher

To earn guaranteed admission to Indiana University Bloomington through the Direct Transfer Pathway, during your time with Verto you will need:

  • 2.5+ GPA while abroad with Verto
  • 26+ credits
  • All courses with a grade of C or higher

Guaranteed admission through Direct Transfer is to Indiana University Bloomington, not to academic programs within the University. While students who meet the Direct Transfer requirements will be given full consideration for their intended major, admission to a selected major is not guaranteed.

Additionally, Verto participants are not eligible to pursue a major in a limited capacity program at Indiana University Bloomington. These include programs in the Kelley School of Business, School of Nursing, Jacobs School of Music, and the BFA in Dance and BFA in Musical Theatre. To explore the many other majors at Indiana University that support your career goals, visit our Majors and Degree website.

Yes! Indiana University Bloomington welcomes both fall and spring transfers from Verto. 

While you won’t be eligible for the guarantee, we still encourage you to work with your Verto Care Team to prepare and submit a Verto Direct Transfer Application for holistic review.

You are still eligible for the Direct Transfer guarantee to Indiana University Bloomington! The 2.5 GPA requirement is cumulative of all college transcripts.

Yes, you will need to submit home school transcripts or official GED scores as part of your application.

While not eligible for Direct Transfer, international students are encouraged to apply directly as a transfer student for holistic review.

If you have questions around the application process, work with your Verto Care Team. If you have Indiana University Bloomington -specific questions, you can connect with Kelly Waggoner at kelwaggo@iu.edu

Once you arrive to your Verto location, you can begin working with Verto staff to prepare your application to Indiana University Bloomington. Applications are typically sent following mid-terms, so your mid-term report can demonstrate your progress towards Direct Transfer eligibility.

  • The following documents will need to be included in your Verto Direct Transfer Application packet to Indiana University Bloomington:
    • Verto to provide from their records:
      • Final High School Transcript
      • Mid-term Report for your current Verto semester
      • Unofficial University of New Haven final transcript for any prior Verto semesters
    • Student to submit to Verto for inclusion:
      • College Essay
    • Student to submit directly to Indiana University Bloomington at time of application:
      • Official college transcripts from any pre-Verto college coursework, if applicable

Yes, Verto can update the matriculation semester on your current application. 

No, you do not have to commit in order to defer your application. 

You can still defer your application to the next term if your application is still under review.

Please expect to receive a response in 6-8 weeks.

Through our partnership with Verto, students can start their college journey with an impactful global experience and continue their education at Indiana University Bloomington, allowing more students to experience the world and reach their goal of an IUB degree.
Dr. David B. Johnson
Vice Provost for Enrollment Management, IUB 
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