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Application Deadlines
Even though our early application deadline has passed, you still have until April 21 to submit your application. We will continue to review completed applications as soon as they are submitted and admit students as space remains available. Don’t delay and apply today!
Once you start an online application, it will be saved so you can return to complete it in multiple sessions. Be sure to upload grades from 9th and first semester of 10th grade. We will begin reviewing your application as soon as you have completed and submitted it, so don’t take too long to finish it!
| Application Deadlines | |
|---|---|
| Priority Deadline January 23, 2023 | Regular Deadline April 21, 2023 |
| Note: There is a $100 enrollment deposit due after you are admitted to the Academy, and it is applied to your total school fees. | |
Please note that applications submitted after the April 21 deadline are subject to a waitlist based on available spaces.
Application Tutorial
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0:36 Starting (or returning to) your online application
2:38 Explaining sections in the online application
6:25 Tips for the Short Answers section
8:15 Recommendations information
14:18 Admissions contact information
Eligibility
Indiana residents may apply as residential or non-residential (commuter) students. Applying to the Indiana Academy is free, and students should submit their application during their sophomore year in high school. If you miss the priority or regular admissions deadlines, we may continue to review applications and keep a waitlist if space is still available.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are living outside of the United States or living in the United States under a VISA, please contact Dr. Dain Kavars at 765-285-8126 or at dwkavars for how to apply as an International Student.
Application Review
Classes of 2024 and 2025 – Applications will go into review once they are completed and will receive a decision within a couple of weeks. Those completing their application by the priority deadline, if admitted, will receive priority registration for summer orientation.
Class of 2026 Applications – will enter review immediately following the priority deadline and will receive a decision within a couple of weeks. Those completing their application by the priority deadline, if admitted, will also receive priority registration for summer orientation.
Decision Notification
Admission to the Indiana Academy is selective and based upon previous academic records, recommendations, and student short-answer essays. Completed applications are reviewed by select members of the Academy faculty and administration. Once a completed application is submitted, you can track the progress of your application inside the Applicant Portal.
If you have any problems (forgot your password, technology issue, error messages, etc.) or questions about the application, please contact iaadmissions or call 800-316-3163.