Non-degree Courses

*Notice: Please contact the department that offers the language you want to study to check their specific requirements and course availability before you start your application. 

For Non-IU Students

You may only register for courses that are offered to IU students. Overall class availability also depends on the number of students already registered, and the technology in the assigned classroom. 

If you are enrolling in a language class above the beginning or elementary level, you will need to take a placement test to determine your level. 

None of our current language courses are 100% asynchronous, which means you need to have regular time set aside for synchronous sessions, depending on the syllabus of the instructor. Multiple absences may cause the termination of your role in the class. 

Courses follow the IUB academic year calendar. 

Auditing a language course requires the prior permission of the department.  Some departments do not allow auditing their language courses. 

Fee policy: If you are located in Bloomington, IN or are a current student of IU, you are not eligible for the lower rate. Check the in-state/out-of-state and undergraduate/graduate fees: at Student Central @IU

Admission to Indiana University as a non-degree student

I. Undergraduate Admission as a non-degree student

Your first step is to submit an application as an undergraduate non-degree student.  This application and additional information can be found on the University Division website: https://nondegree.indiana.edu.

It is important to note that you are applying to the “Online Foreign Language Program” (code UDIV0/FLANUGDEND). This coding ensures the lower tuition rate. Once your application has been processed you will receive an email with your University ID (UID) number and instructions on how to register. 

II. Graduate Admission as a non-degree student

Submit an application at https://graduate.indiana.edu/admissions/apply.shtml applying to the program NonDeg ForeignLang Grad-Online. 

Choosing this program will code your application GRAD9/FLANGRDEND which will ensure the reduced tuition rate for online foreign language study. Once your application has been processed you will receive an email concerning registration. 

III. High School Students 

High School Juniors and Seniors can register through the OPEN Program website. 

It is important to note on the application that you are applying to the “Online Foreign Language Program” (code UDIV0/FLANUGDEND). This coding ensures the lower tuition rate.