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Tuition & Aid

HIGHER EDUCATION DOESN'T
HAVE TO COME AT A HIGH PRICE.

INDIANA'S BEST VALUE IN HIGHER EDUCATION

When it comes to high-quality education for the best value, no other college can match Ivy Tech Community College. Our approach to paying for college is easy with . No more surprises with high-priced books. We make it simple for you to budget how much college will cost with transparent and easy pricing.

WHAT DOES IT COST?

It costs less than you think. At just $170.07 per credit hour — or $2,455.76 per semester — Ivy Tech is the lowest cost higher education option in Indiana*. 

Can I Afford Ivy Tech?

Paying for college can be stressful, but our knowledgeable Financial Aid Advisors are here to help you find options to make your education affordable. Did you know that 73% of Ivy Tech students receive some form of financial aid?

IVY+ TUITION & TEXTBOOKS

Discounted Textbooks

All required textbooks are $17 per credit hour. This means your books will cost $51 for a 3-credit hour course instead of hundreds!

Flat-Fee Tuition

Go full time and take as many classes as you want for a flat rate of $2,455.76 per semester*. Graduate faster and save money!


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AN AFFORDABLE START TO YOUR BACHELOR'S DEGREE

Ivy Tech credits transfer to more than 100 colleges and universities in Indiana and outside the state. Because Ivy Tech is the lowest cost in the state, you can complete your first two years at Ivy Tech and save thousands on the cost of a bachelor’s degree.

Popular Transfer Options

Total cost of attendance for a full-time (12+ credit hours/semester), in-state student by completing first two years at Ivy Tech. Total cost of attendance is estimated and includes tuition and some fees, books and supplies, room and board, transportation, and personal expenses. Not all programs transfer, see list of partner colleges and universities for details.

Questions About Paying For College?

Our Financial Aid Advisors are here to help you assemble your budget and remove any barriers that may stand in the way of your college goals.

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Manage Your Financial Aid

Current students can view their financial aid and pay bills in MyIvy.

Financial Aid Deadlines

To be considered for state and federal aid, you must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, also known as FAFSA. Each October, the FAFSA is available for the next school year. It’s best to fill it out as early as you can because some aid is first come, first served.

To make sure you receive aid before your first day of classes, complete and submit your Ivy Tech application and FAFSA by:

  • April 15 — Indiana FAFSA deadline
  • May 1 — For Summer Term
  • July 15 — For Fall Term
  • December 1 — For Spring Term

Fill Out the FAFSA — By April 15

It's Easier Than You Think

To qualify for federal and state financial aid, you must file the FAFSA every year — it’s the starting point for getting most aid. Be sure to submit your FAFSA by April 15 to qualify for the maximum possible state aid.

Got more questions? We’ve got answers!

File your 2024-2025 FAFSA before April 15 Indiana’s priority deadline for the 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is April 15. File your application as soon as you can to receive maximum consideration for financial aid.