The IC educational experience is focused on the development of intellect, creativity, and character through curricular, co-curricular, and campus life experiences. Studies in the liberal arts are enriched by professional practice and other curricular opportunities, and studies in professional programs are grounded in the liberal arts tradition.
Help Your Students Discover IC
Ithaca College prepares students for success in college and in life.
We believe that intellectual and personal growth reach their highest potential in an atmosphere that is both challenging and supportive.
Thank you for your interest in Ithaca College.
Nicole Eversley Bradwell, Director of Admission. Photo by Allison Usavage '17
We hope the information here is helpful in the work you do with students. At Ithaca College, we are committed to keeping the best interests of each student at the center of our work. We value our relationship with you and look to you to help guide us in that effort. If there is anything we can do to assist you and your students, please let us know.
Nicole Eversley Bradwell
Director of Admission
neversley@ithaca.edu | (607) 274-3124
Applying to Ithaca College
Ithaca College is test optional and considers applications holistically, with a focus on academic fit. We recommend a rigorous high school curriculum that focuses on coursework in English, social studies, math, science, and world languages.
Learn more about:
- Programs and degrees
- Deadlines
- Admission criteria
- Note: Auditions and interviews are required for applicants to majors offered by the School of Music and the Department of Theatre Arts.
- HEOP admission (for NYS students)
- Scholar programs at Ithaca College
- Tuition and financial aid
- The admission counselor for your area
Visit Ithaca
You are welcome to visit campus anytime! Here are some resources for planning your visit:
- Please complete our counselor visit request form. A member of our team will confirm your visit.
- Schedule a group visit (for 10 to 55 students) by submitting a group visit request.
- Explore campus via our interactive map.
- Learn more about the Upstate New York Counselor Tour.
You know that the best way for students to learn about any college is to visit campus. Please encourage your students to schedule a visit.
School Counselor Advisory Board
Keeping the best interests of each student at the center of our focus is paramount, and we rely on our School Counselor Advisory Board partners to inform us in that effort. The Ithaca College School Counselor Advisory Board provides opportunities for ongoing dialogue with members of the school counselor community that helps inform enrollment policy at Ithaca College.
We value our relationship with school counselors and are eager to incorporate key insights from our work together. The Ithaca College School Counselor Advisory Board meets at secondary school campuses, at NACAC, and each year on our campus. If you are interested in learning more, please email us at admission@ithaca.edu.