Indiana University at Purdue University-Indianapolis

School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More

Indianapolis, IN

$8,795

Avg in-state tuition

$30,477

Avg out-of-state tuition

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About Indiana University at Purdue University-Indianapolis

School Type: Public

Status: Non-profit

Accreditation: Regional

Religious Affiliation: N/A While the student experience is largely unaffected at most schools with religious affiliations, some schools place more of an emphasis on religion. Learn how religious affiliations may impact students' experience.

Military Friendly: YesMilitary-friendly schools are Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges, offer the Yellow Ribbon Program, and have a dedicated point of contact to support veterans, military service members, and their families. Explore our college guide for service members and veterans to learn more.

Indiana University at Purdue University-Indianapolis is a large public university located on an urban campus in Indianapolis, Indiana. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 20,966, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 79%. The university offers 86 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 52%, and a student-faculty ratio of 14:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $8,795, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $30,477.

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Admissions Breakdown

Acceptance Rate Insight

This school has a high acceptance rate.

This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.

79% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.

Retention Rate Insight

75% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.

Graduation Rate Insight

52% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.

Application Considerations

Test scores Considered (not required)

High school transcript Required

High school rank Recommended

Letter of recommendation Not required or recommended

High school GPA Recommended

Open admission No

Completion of college prep program Required

Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required

Transfer Credit Policy

Dual enrollment Yes

Credit for qualified life experience* Yes

Advance placement (AP) credits Yes

*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.

SAT & ACT

ACT 25th-75th Percentile 19-25

SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1000-1190

Learning Environment

Student Body Stats

This school has a student body of more than 15,000 students.

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29k

Students enrolled

89%

Online student enrollment

14:1

Student to faculty ratio

Ways Students Can Learn

Online Check Bold
On-campus Check Bold
Hybrid The program is a combination of on-campus and online learning and varies per program. Check Bold
International Online classes are available for students around the world. Check Bold

Demographics

White

65%

Black

9%

Hispanic

9%

Asian

6%

Two or more races

5%

Non-U.S. Citizen

5%

Unknown

0%

American Indian/Alaska Native

0%

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0%

Female student population

60%

Socio-economic diversity

42% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

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Online Programs

Offers Online Programs

Yes

Online Programs

54

Total Online Enrollment

26,062

Student Location Breakout

Percent of Programs Online

83% On-campus

17% Online

Types of Online Programs Offered

Certificates Check Bold 34% online

Associate Check Bold 22% online

Bachelor's Check Bold 9% online

Graduate Certificate Check Bold 23% online

Master's Check Bold 16% online

Doctorate Check Bold 3% online

Student Charges

Tuition and Required Fees

Student Level In-state Out-of-state
Undergraduate $8,795 $30,477
Graduate $9,090 $24,864

Cost of Undergraduate Attendance

Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.

Costs to Consider Price
Books and supplies $930
On-campus room and board $10,152
On-campus other expenses $2,642
Off-campus (not with family) room and board $10,152
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses $4,076
Off-campus (with family) other expenses $4,076

Total Undergraduate Cost

Total cost by category In-state Out-of-state
On-campus $22,519 $44,201
Off-campus without family $23,953 $45,635
Off-campus with family $13,801 $35,483

Financial Breakdown

Students Receiving Aid

Federal Grant Aid

70%

State Grant Aid

41%

Institution Grant Aid

77%

Pell Grant

42%

Average Aid Awarded

Federal Grant Aid $4,710
State Grant Aid $6,753
Institution Grant Aid $3,832
Pell Grant Aid $4,401

Financial Outlook

$21k

Average student debt after graduation

$40k

Average salary 6 years after starting school

Varsity Athletic Teams

NCAA Division I without football

of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.

Participation

Men Women
  • Basketball
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming Diving
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • All Track Combined

Degrees Awarded by Program

Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.

1

Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies

BA

MA

DOC

2

Biological And Biomedical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

3

Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

4

Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs

BA

MA

DOC

5

Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services

BA

MA

DOC

6

Education

BA

MA

DOC

7

Engineering Technologies/Technicians

BA

MA

DOC

8

Engineering

BA

MA

DOC

9

English Language And Literature/Letters

BA

MA

DOC

10

Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics

BA

MA

DOC

11

Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences

BA

MA

DOC

12

History

BA

MA

DOC

13

Legal Professions And Studies

BA

MA

DOC

14

Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities

BA

MA

DOC

15

Library Science

BA

MA

DOC

16

Mathematics And Statistics

BA

MA

DOC

17

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

BA

MA

DOC

18

Natural Resources And Conservation

BA

MA

DOC

19

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies

BA

MA

DOC

20

Philosophy And Religious Studies

BA

MA

DOC