Overview
Indiana University-Indianapolis is a accessible public four-year institution in Indianapolis, Indiana. The school accepts 82.9% of applicants and enrolls 16,582 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 82.9%
- Average SAT
- 1,150
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,050–1,250
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 24
- Total Enrollment
- 16,582
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
Apply through the Common Application or directly through Indiana University's online system by February 1 for priority consideration, though the university accepts applications on a rolling basis through summer. You'll need your high school transcript, one letter of recommendation, and a personal statement.
Several programs require separate applications with earlier deadlines. Nursing applications close in November for the following fall, and you must complete prerequisite courses before applying. Engineering programs have their own application process and require stronger math and science preparation. The Honors College requires additional essays and has a January deadline.
Housing fills quickly despite the large campus, so submit your housing application as soon as you're admitted. The campus operates primarily as a commuter school, with many students living off-campus or commuting from home. Parking permits cost extra and campus parking can be challenging during peak hours.
The university formed in 1969 when Indiana University and Purdue University merged their Indianapolis campuses, creating the unique "IUPUI" structure. This means you'll receive degrees from either Indiana University or Purdue depending on your program - engineering and technology programs award Purdue degrees, while most other programs award Indiana University degrees.
Plan to attend orientation during summer before your first semester. The campus sits in downtown Indianapolis, providing internship and job opportunities but also urban challenges like higher crime rates in surrounding neighborhoods. Most students work part-time jobs given the commuter-heavy environment.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $11,408/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $10,449
- Tuition (out-of-state)
- $33,717
- Students Receiving Aid
- 36%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 53.9%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $55,198/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 72.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the application deadlines for Indiana University-Indianapolis?
Indiana University-Indianapolis has rolling admissions with priority deadlines of November 1 for fall and October 1 for spring. Applications are reviewed as they are received until classes fill.
Does Indiana University-Indianapolis require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
Indiana University-Indianapolis is test-optional for most programs. Students can choose whether to submit standardized test scores as part of their application.
How do I transfer to Indiana University-Indianapolis?
Transfer students need a minimum 2.0 GPA from their previous college. Students with fewer than 26 credit hours must also meet freshman admission requirements including high school transcripts.
What GPA do you need to get into Indiana University-Indianapolis?
Indiana University-Indianapolis does not publish a minimum GPA requirement. Most admitted students have a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.