IvyTech 2 NKU: Northern Kentucky University, Greater Cincinnati Region

Welcome to the Ivytech2nku Transfer Site

IvyTech2NKU is a dual-admissions partnership between Ivy Tech Community College and Northern Kentucky University. This site is provided for transfer assistance for students working toward the completion of an associate degree planning to transfer from Ivy Tech Community College to Northern Kentucky University. The information provided on this website does not take the place of an advisor or counselor on your campus.

Read more about dual-admissions and eligibility

Ivy Tech students will work with their advisor to select a pathway. They will obtain dual admission to NKU by completing an application for the pathway program. IvyTech2NKU participants will have access to NKU advisors to assist in the seamless transfer to NKU. Once it is time to transfer, students will apply to NKU and complete the transfer process.

Pathways to Degree Completion

The pathway guides are advising tools designed to help community college students plan for transferring to NKU to complete their baccalaureate degree. The pathway guides also constitute an agreement between community colleges and universities confirming that community college courses meet major preparation requirements.

IvyTech2NKU Pathway Guides

Program Benefits and Requirements

Benefits

Assigned academic advisors at both NKU and Ivy Tech
Access to NKU events and facilities (e.g., sporting events, Rec Center)
Transfer Coordinator to assist in transitioning
Access to NKU resources (e.g., Librarian, library resources)

Requirements

Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at Ivy Tech
Enrolled in an Associate degree program
Plan to transfer to NKU
Maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA at Ivy Tech

How to Apply to the Pathway Program

The IvyTech2NKU Program has a simple application. Please read the instructions on applying first. If you are not yet enrolled at Ivy Tech, apply for admission to Ivy Tech and enroll in an Associate degree plan.

Once you are admitted to Ivy Tech, just fill out the IvyTech2NKU application. Note: You will need to maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA throughout the program.

Ready to Transfer?

When the time comes for you to transfer to NKU from Ivy Tech, there are a few steps that need to be completed. Please use this checklist to ensure all steps are completed in order to facilitate a smooth transfer.

Complete the online application to NKU. (The application fee will be waived.)
Make sure NKU is on your FAFSA if you receive Financial Aid. The NKU school code is 009275. Do this as early as possible!

Once admitted, the following items should be taken care of, if applicable:

Apply for all other scholarships using the Continuing Student Scholarship application.
If you are currently in TRiO-Student Support Services at Ivy Tech, apply now to join NKU TRiO-Student Support Services for the upcoming term.
Sign up for new student orientation (The orientation fee will be waived.)
Meet with your academic advisor to schedule your classes.

Assistance

Work together with your advisor or counselor to establish an appropriate pathway for transfer.

Questions? Contact the Adult and Transfer Center at atc@nku.edu or 859-572-5898.