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Ivy Accelerate for Adults

ACCELERATED PROGRAM
FOR WORKING ADULTS

WHAT IS IVY ACCELERATE?

Ivy Accelerate is a flexible, fast-track program for adults who want to earn a college credential on time. In this unique program, working adults with busy schedules can stay on track to earn a certificate in two semesters (one year) or an associate degree in four semesters (two years).

Ivy Accelerate, like any accelerated program, is for serious students. It also has a selective admission process, which means not everyone who applies will get in.

Evening Classes

Classes are held just two nights per week with the flexibility to attend virtually or in person as needed. Required group meetings and activities are held on the first Saturday of every month.

Cohort Learning & Mentors

Classes are held in small, closely-knit groups of students studying the same major known as “cohorts.” Classmates remain with their cohort throughout the program—encouraging, assisting, and depending on each other every step of the way. Ivy Accelerate students are also assigned a program mentor who helps them map out a clear pathway to graduation.

Currently Offered At The Bloomington Campus

Ivy Tech Bloomington is the only campus to currently offer Ivy Accelerate. Ivy Tech Columbus is working on offering this program, so check back in the future for more details if you are interested.

The program is available for a variety of academic programs. Click to learn more about each program.

IVY ACCELERATE PROGRAM DETAILS

  • 7 Academic Programs to Choose From

    The Ivy Accelerate accelerated program is currently available for seven academic programs at Ivy Tech Bloomington. Graduates of Ivy Accelerate have the option to get work in their field, continue on to a higher degree, or both. You choose the credential (certificate or associate degree) you want to pursue based on your goals and interests.

    Eligible for Next Level Jobs

    Some Indiana residents could be eligible to earn a credential tuition-free through Indiana’s Next Level Jobs (paid for by the Workforce Ready Grant). That means you could pursue a Next Level Jobs certificate AND take advantage of the flexible evening classes that Ivy Accelerate offers. Note the Next Level Jobs (NLJ) icons in the table below to see which credentials may be earned tuition-free for qualifying students.

    Credentials Available

      Ivy Tech Bloomington
    Business Administration

    Short-term certificates (known as certificates):

    • Applied Organizational Leadership Studies
    • Business Administration
    • Business Information Technology
    • Digital Marketing
    • Global Workforce Skills
    • Human Resources Management
    • Insurance

    Long-term certificate (known as a technical certificate):

    • Business Administration

    Associate of Applied Science
    (AAS, Career-Ready)

    Associate of Science
    (AS, Transferrable)
    General Studies / Transfer Associate of General Studies
    (AGS, Transferable)
    Education (Elementary) Associate of Science - Elementary Education
    (AS, Transferrable)
    Early Childhood Education Associate of Science
    (AS, Transferrable) 
    Information Technology Support

    Short-term certificate (known as a certificate):
    IT Help Desk

    Long-term certificate (known as a technical certificate):
    Information Technology Support

    Associate of Applied Science
    (AAS, Career-Ready)
    Legal Studies

    Associate of Science
    (AS, Transferable Degree)
    Nursing Short-term certificate (known as a certificate):
    Pre-Nursing Studies

     

  • Eligible for Next Level Jobs

    Some Indiana residents could be eligible to earn a credential tuition-free through Indiana’s Next Level Jobs, paid for by the Workforce Ready Grant. That means you could pursue a free Next Level Jobs certificate and take advantage of the flexible evening classes that Ivy Accelerate offers.

    The following credentials are available in the Ivy Accelerate program tuition-free through Next Level Jobs:

    Short-term certificates (known as certificates):

    • Business Administration – Insurance
    • Information Technology Support – IT Help Desk

    Long-term certificates (known as technical certificates):

    • Business Administration
    • Information Technology Support

  • Start Dates

    The Ivy Accelerate program in Bloomington has rolling eight-week admissions, which means you can apply any time and start the program at the next available start date. New cohorts start every eight weeks throughout the year.

    2023-2024 Ivy Accelerate cohort start dates:

    • August 21, 2023
    • October 23, 2023
    • January 16, 2024
    • March 28, 2024
    • June 3, 2024

  • How to Apply

    1. Fill out the Ivy Accelerate program application.
    2. Fill out the Ivy Tech college application.
    3. Obtain a letter of recommendation. It could be an employer, co-worker, previous teacher, or anyone else who knows you as a worker and/or student. Ask them to submit their recommendation directly to: bloomington-ivyaccelerate@ivytech.edu. 
    4. When requested, send program readiness test scores
    5. Once all application materials have been submitted, participate in an interview.

    The Ivy Accelerate program in Bloomington has rolling eight-week admissions, which means you can apply any time and start the program at the next available start date.

    Want More Information?

    If you're not yet ready to apply but would like more information about the Ivy Accelerate program at the Bloomington campus, fill out this short form. Our staff will contact you to answer your questions or help you get started.

  • Contact Bloomington

    Email: bloomington-ivyaccelerate@ivytech.edu

    Text or call: 812-200-0682

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Current Ivy Accelerate student Nikki Farrell describes how the program allows her to work and go to school at the same time. (0:19 sec)