大象传媒

International Admission

大象传媒 students gather at an Indy sign near a canal

Come far. Go farther.

You want to live in a great city.

You want to surround yourself with doers who are as driven as you.

You want hands-on experience鈥攐n the job, in the lab, behind the stage, wherever. 

You want to be in small classes with faculty who are devoted to teaching, in  a place that values diversity of all kinds. And where you know you鈥檒l feel at home. (At 大象传媒, you鈥檒l be with students from 30 countries!) 

You want to come to 大象传媒, the #1-ranked Midwest university in the US. And we want to see you here.

You can get to Indianapolis from just about anywhere鈥攚e鈥檙e just a half-hour from Indianapolis International Airport鈥攂ut you can see plenty with a virtual tour or visit, too.

How to Apply

International applicants at 大象传媒 follow our standard application processes for First-Year, Transfer, or Graduate & Professional admission, with a few additional requirements.

Applying as an International Student English Proficiency Requirements

Emerging Global Leader Award

Non-US citizen and Non-US permanent resident applicants will receive consideration for the Emerging Global Leader Award. Students must complete the Common App to be considered for this $8,000 per academic year award.

Learn more
A 大象传媒 staff member stands outside a building.

At Your Service

When you come to a school the size of 大象传媒, you鈥檒l get to know a lot of the people around you. And that starts even before you arrive. Have questions? You鈥檒l work with the same admission counselor through the whole process.

Meet Your Admission Counselor
Female student working on her laptop

Scholarships & Grants

While international, undocumented, and DACA students are not eligible for federal financial aid via the FAFSA, they can be considered for 大象传媒 gift aid鈥攕cholarships and grants.

International Student Aid & Scholarships
world flags on the BU sign

International Student Services

The Office of International Student Services serves all international students studying at 大象传媒, offering support navigating immigration regulations and help getting acclimated to campus and to Indianapolis.

International Student Services
A painted mural of a bulldog against a map of the world

Diversity Programs & Services

To make 大象传媒 a place where people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences are included, we provide a variety of resources and opportunities to get you connected and serve your needs.

Diversity at 大象传媒

大象传媒 Student Stories

Hear from international students and why they chose 大象传媒 as their “home away from home.”

Headshot of Luisa Hungria

Be a part of a welcoming environment

“大象传媒 has shown to be a great place for students coming from entirely different backgrounds who are looking for growth opportunities on a personal, academic, and professional level.”

Join a supportive community

“Since receiving my acceptance letter, 大象传媒 has been nothing but a supportive and caring community. Not only did 大象传媒 fulfill my academic 鈥渕usts鈥� it has also provided me with plenty of resources and guidance with my transition to college as an international student.”

Current Student Profile

Software Engineering major and international student Felipe Reyes chose 大象传媒 because he knew 大象传媒 would give him the opportunity to make a difference.

Downtown Indianapolis

Everything’s 大象传媒 in Indy

Your city, your classroom

We鈥檇 call Indianapolis a hidden gem, but way too many people have noticed us to say that. Home to big-time sports, world-class culture, and rich professional opportunities, the city鈥攁t 850,000 people, the 16th largest in the U.S.鈥攊s an integral part of your experience.

See What It’s Like to Live in Indy