Kelley Undergraduate Program frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Business dress, defined

Present your authentic and most confident self in clothing that meets Kelley Undergraduate Program guidelines.

Four Kelley students from diverse backgrounds model business professional attire for men and women, including coordinated blouses, shirts, and suits in black, navy, and white.

  • Neatly pressed, tailored, business suit in dark or neutral colors
  • Coordinated blouse, or button-down dress shirt with tie
  • Coordinated pants or knee-length skirt
  • Professional, clean, closed-toed shoes or walkable heels
  • Dress or trouser socks; avoid ankle or athletic socks 

Business casual attire for men and women is modeled by four Kelley students from diverse backgrounds, including a variety of combinations of shirts and pants in complementary colors.

 

  • Clean and unwrinkled button-down shirt, blouse, or polo shirt
  • Sweater or cardigan
  • Knee-length dress
  • Pressed khaki or dark pants (no holes or tears)
  • Knee-length skirts
  • Jeans should be avoided until you’ve confirmed they are acceptable in specific contexts
  • Professional, clean, closed-toed shoes or walkable heels
  • Dress or trouser socks; avoid ankle or athletic socks