How to Apply

To submit an application, you will need to either create a Cardinal Landing Portal account or log in to your current account. Select the degree or program you want to apply for and then read through your program’s admission requirements and gather all of the materials you need for your application. You can return to your application at any time. Remember, at any point during the application process, you can contact your Student Success Specialist or program advisor for help.

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Undergraduate

The application process for an undergraduate degree or certificate will depend on your student status: new Ball State Student (no prior college credit), transfer student, returning Ball State student, non-degree student, or guest student. Select the undergraduate program you want to apply for and begin the application process in your Cardinal Landing Portal. Remember, at any point during the application process, you can contact your Student Success Specialist or program advisor for help.

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Graduate

To apply to a graduate degree, certificate, or teaching license, you will first submit a form for the program you want to apply to. Each program has different admission requirements and materials to submit, so review carefully. After you submit your application, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log into your Cardinal Landing Portal to add the required materials to your application. Remember, at any point during the application process, you can contact your Student Success Specialist or program advisor for help.

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International

If you are an international student who will be taking online courses from outside of the United States, Ball State University’s International Admissions Office can guide your through the application process.

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Application Deadlines

The application deadline for most online degrees and programs is two weeks before the start of the semester. Check with your Student Success Specialist for specific deadlines and start dates.

Next Start Date May 12, 2025

 

 

"The admissions process at Ball State was very organized and clear from the beginning. The instructions were easy to follow, and the university provided all the necessary information to make the process simple and stress-free. If I had any questions, the admissions team was responsive and helpful, which made the whole experience smooth."

Noor AlMajouie, '24

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  • 100% online and asynchronous courses to fit into your busy schedule
  • Dedicated Student Support Specialist from inquiry to graduation
  • Courses designed and taught by the same expert faculty as on campus
  • Consistently ranked "Best Online Programs" and "Best Online Programs for Veterans" on the U.S. News & World Report's national list
  • Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1925

Admitted Students

You can log in to your Cardinal Landing Portal to submit additional materials and check on the status of your application. Your Student Success Specialist or academic advisor will help you with any questions about your course schedule and program offerings. You will receive information on online orientation, enrollment deadlines, and more.

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