Academic success

Degree requirements and policies

Everything you need to know about undergraduate and graduate requirements, General Education rules, and the academic policies designed to support your success at IU Bloomington.

Undergraduate degree requirements

Are you on the right path to your diploma? Explore the specific credit hours, academic milestones, and program-level standards required to complete your degree at IU Bloomington.

General Education requirements

Fulfill the mandatory core of your undergraduate degree. These requirements apply to all degree-seeking students and include Common Ground foundations and major-specific Shared Goals.
General Education approved courses

Find the right classes to meet your requirements. Filter the official GenEd list by academic interest, department, or open seats to build your ideal semester schedule.

Graduate degree requirements

Get clear on what you need to finish your degree. Find the specific details on credit hours, residency rules, and the final steps for completing your graduate program.

Graduate School academic requirements

Review the essential milestones for your degree. Find information on credit hours, residency requirements, and graduation criteria.

General academic policies

Understand the rules and rights that govern your time on campus. Access official information on grading scales, enrollment standards, student conduct, and school-specific regulations.

Campus-wide academic policies

Know where you stand and how IU Bloomington supports your success. Access the official guides on grading, enrollment standards, and the student rights that protect your academic journey.

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