Admissions Process

Campus, Online, and F1/i20 applicants applying to an academic program must go through the University’s Admissions process. We know that the application and admission process may seem rather daunting, but we promise it's not a mystery. The Admissions process is a process that assists the student in achieving his or her educational goals. It is an agreement between the college and the student who enrolls for credit. IAU asks that you participate in the matriculation process with us to ensure your educational success. If you commit to an educational goal, we commit to helping you succeed.

Applications for admission are accepted throughout the year. There are six (6) enrollment terms per calendar year. Applicants are urged to apply in a timely manner for the desired enrollment term. For F1/I-20 applicants, Admissions Portfolio (AP) should be submitted 30 days prior to the term of enrollment to ensure timely processing. F1/i20 applicants with a “change of status” should submit 60-90 days prior.

• Session 1 (Jan-Feb)
• Session 2 (Mar-Apr)
  

Summer (May-Aug)

• Session 1 (May-Jun)
• Session 2 (Jul-Aug)
  

Fall (Sep-Dec)

• Session 1 (Sep-Oct)
• Session 2 (Nov-Dec)
  

STEP 1: SUBMIT ADMISSIONS PORTFOLIO (AP)

Applicants must submit a completed Admissions Portfolio (AP). The AP is an accumulation of all the necessary documents for the Office of Admissions & Records to evaluate to see if you meet the admissions criteria for the applied program. The required items are clearly listed on the Application for Admissions. Certain programs may have unique admissions requirements. Make sure you review the admissions requirements of the program to which you are applying. Use the check list to ensure that all required documents are submitted.

Please include non-refundable application fee: $75 for online and campus applicants / $175 for F1/i20 applicants.

All materials must be submitted in English, and applicants must verify any translations by including the original or a notarized copy of the original.

The completed AP and any supporting materials (such as transcripts and test scores) become the property of the University and will not be returned to the applicant or transmitted to a third party.

STEP 3: DECISION

One of the following decisions shall be determined:

1. Denied: If the applicant is not accepted, the Office of Admissions will send a letter to the applicant informing applicant of the decision, stating why his/her qualifications are deficient. Denial can be appealed.
2. Accepted: If the applicant is accepted for admission, an acceptance letter will be sent to the applicant along with an enrollment agreement and other admissions documents to formalize the acceptance into the program.

If you wish to refuse the offer of admissions, simply notify the Office of Admissions. Admissions is for stated term only.

If you wish to accept the offer of admissions, there will be additional admissions enrollment documents that are required to be signed and returned to enroll in the formal program.

Once the admissions enrollment documents are received, you will be issued an official enrollment package, which includes an enrollment and letter, student identification number (sid#), and ID card. Also, included is a registration form for the term you wish to enter.

Students are required to register for classes. A staff from the Office of Academic Affairs will assist you with this process. Registration requires choosing the appropriate classes and paying tuition fees.

Payment can be made via check or bank wire. Returned checks are subject to a $25 return check fee.