AIU has one of the most convenient, streamlined admissions processes in the United States. Their application only takes about 15 minutes, and they have online advisors to support you along the way.
Undergraduate Admissions Requirements
To be eligible for admission into any undergraduate program with American Intercontinental University (AIU), applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Proof of Highschool Graduation or an Equivalent Program
- High School transcript or diploma
- GED Transcript or Certificate
- Proficiency in English & Math
- If not fluent, AIU will conduct an assessment test.
Undergraduate Admissions Process
1. Get in Touch With an AIU Advisor
You can chat with an advisor over the phone at 855-377-188, through Live Chat, or via email. The AIU advisor will guide you through the admissions process, chat with you about your educational goals and interests, answer any questions you might have, and explain next steps.
2. Complete the Application
AIU’s application only takes 10-15 minutes. The best part? There’s no application fee! Make sure you have the following information ready for your application:
- Basic, personal information
- Highschool information
- Degree programs that you’re interested in
Here are the links to apply to AIU’s online campus, Atlanta campus, and Houston campus:
3. Submit Proof of Highschool Graduation
You’ll need to provide either a high school transcript or diploma, or GED transcript or certificate, as proof that you graduated highschool. You’ll also need to provide proof of math and English proficiency, and further documentation if you were homeschooled. If you are applying to the university before you graduate highschool, AIU offers conditional admission. They have the right to revoke this admission if your graduation details don’t pan out.
Make sure to mail transcripts to American Intercontinental University Illinois, which is where their admissions office is located.
AIU | Administrative Center
231 N. Martingale Ln.
Schaumburg, IL 60173
4. Apply for Financial Aid
Begin your FAFSA application as soon as possible so you can apply for financial aid. You might be eligible for federal loans, grants, or scholarships. AIU offers the following financial aid resources:
If you have any questions about financial aid, you can contact Student Finance at 877-221-5800, Option 4.
5. Learn About Prior Learning Credits
Prior learning assessment evaluators at AIU can help you pinpoint credits that you might be able to receive towards your degree requirements. Check out the following resources for more information:
6. Complete Your Orientation
AIU College orientation is a great way to chat with other students in your degree program, get to know your teachers, and scope out your classrooms and campus (in person or online).
7. Prepare to Start Class!
Graduate Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission into any graduate program with American Intercontinental University the applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited institution, or internationally recognized institution of higher education
- GPA of 2.0 or higher
- Transcripts and academic records
Graduate Admissions Process
1. Get in Touch With an AIU Advisor
You can chat with an advisor over the phone at 855-377-188, through Live Chat, or via email.
2. Complete the Application
AIU’s application only takes 10-15 minutes, with no application fee. Be prepared to have the following information available:
- Basic, personal information
- High school and/or college information
- Degree programs that you’re interested in
3. Submit Your Undergraduate Transcripts and Other Documentation
You must submit your undergraduate transcripts, and they must demonstrate a GPA of at least 2.0. Furthermore, your bachelor’s degree must have been from one of the following:
- An educational institution, accredited and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education
- An internationally recognized foreign institution of higher education
Certain graduate programs might also require a portfolio, resume, or certificate. You might also be required to undergo an interview.
Note: Any international transcripts should be translated before submitting to AIU.
Mail all transcripts to:
American Intercontinental University
231 Martingale Rd
6th Floor
Schaumburg, IL 60173
4. Apply For Financial Aid
Begin your FAFSA application as soon as possible so you can apply for financial aid. You might be eligible for federal loans, grants, or scholarships. AIU offers the following financial aid resources:
If you have any questions about financial aid, you can contact Student Finance at 877-221-5800, Option 4.
5. See if You Can Transfer Any Credits
You can transfer up to 12 course credits from any accredited U.S. institution to your graduate program.
1. Complete Your Orientation
AIU College orientation is a great way to chat with other students in your degree program, get to know your teachers, and scope out your classrooms and campus (in person or online).
2. Prepare to Start Class!
Transfer Credits
84% of AIU Online students receive credits for previous school or military experience. Assessment evaluators review the credits to determine their eligibility.
For Associate Degrees, up to 75% of the degree program’s credit requirements are transferable. For Bachelor Degrees, up to 75% of the degree program’s credit requirements are transferable. For Master’s Degrees, up to 12 credits are transferable.
International students can earn credits from:
- U.S. accredited international institutions.
- Accredited Title-IV eligible institutions located abroad.
- Evaluated credits from an acceptable Credential Evaluator.
- Institutions accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Apply for Financial Aid
AIU students have various Financial Aid options federal loans, grants, and scholarships. Apply for Financial Aid online, as soon as possible.
Military Students
AIU’s Military Admissions Advisor focuses on the needs of active duty, Reserve, and National Guard students, as well as veterans, military spouses, and families.
AIU offers a 45% reduction in tuition fees to active military undergraduate students, and a 20% reduction in tuition fees to active military graduate students.
Furthermore, AIU has specialized, Military-centric Financial aid advisors that can support military students with their educational career. Learn more by emailing AIU’s military advisors at AIUOnlineFAMilitary@aiuniv.edu, or call them at 877-701-3800, ext 1500.
Education Services Officers
Education Services Officers provide assistance for Tuition Assistance (TA) paperwork, top-up benefits eligibility, and GI Bill benefits eligibility. To be eligible for the Top-up benefit, a military student must be approved for Tuition Assistance and be eligible for GI Bill Active Duty benefits. You must be a GI Bill-Active Duty participant and must have served two years full service on active duty.
AIU military students can earn credits through the ACE program, CLEP exams, DSST exams, and transfer credit review.
Re-Entry Advisors
Returning students can contact the Re-Entry Advisor if they have attended AIU, but didn’t graduate. Contact the Re-Entry Advisors at 877-701-3800 ext. 13782.