BSc

Community Development

Learn more about studying Community Development as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    33,246USD
  • Start date
    Jan, May, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Indiana Wesleyan University says about their program:

The Community Development major prepares individuals for service in church, parachurch, and non-profit ministries. It emphasizes understanding and empowering diverse communities through a blend of Scripture study and contemporary development practices. Students can specialize in areas such as Child Advocacy and Public Health, gaining practical skills for effective service. The curriculum includes experiential learning opportunities, equipping graduates to lead with integrity while addressing compassion, justice, and reconciliation issues within communities, ultimately shaping visionary leaders in the field.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Minimum GPA of 2.6 on a 4.0 scale
  • Applicants must agree to abide by the University’s community guidelines and behavioral expectations

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL

    79

  • IELTS

    6.5

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • English proficiency proof
  • Copy of passport
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Scholarships at Indiana Wesleyan University

  • Academic Merit Scholarships (National Merit / President's / Dean's / Faculty / Trustee)

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    Indiana Wesleyan University's GPA-based academic scholarships for incoming freshmen -- National Merit ($18,000/yr), President's Scholarship ($17,000/yr, GPA 4.0+), Dean's Scholarship ($14,000/yr, GPA 3.8-3.99), Faculty Scholarship ($10,000/yr, GPA 3.5-3.79), and Trustee Scholarship ($8,000/yr, GPA 3.0-3.49) -- are confirmed by the university's international aid page as available to international undergraduate students, who can receive up to $17,000 annually through these academic awards in place of or in addition to the base International Scholarship. Awards are determined by GPA at time of admission and require no separate scholarship application.

  • International Scholarship

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    A guaranteed institutional award of $10,000 per year given automatically to first-time incoming freshman and transfer international undergraduate students at Indiana Wesleyan University -- no separate application is required. The award is renewable for up to 8 semesters as long as the student maintains full-time enrollment (fall and spring) and Satisfactory Academic Progress. It is specifically designed for non-domestic students and is replaced by an academic merit scholarship (ranging $11,000-$16,000) if the student's GPA qualifies for the higher amount, making it a baseline funding guarantee exclusively for international enrollees.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$33,246 per year

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What is the cost of living near Indiana Wesleyan University?

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,073
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$898
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$116
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$66
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61Range: $30 to $110· USA average
Monthly public transport pass$36
Monthly grocery basket$178
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$12
Gym membership$30

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Indiana Wesleyan University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.