Indiana University at Purdue University-Indianapolis
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$8,795
Avg in-state tuition
$30,477
Avg out-of-state tuition
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About Indiana University at Purdue University-Indianapolis
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.
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.
Learn more about how we determine school awards29k
Students enrolled
89%
Online student enrollment
14:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
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
Percent of Programs Online
83% On-campus
17% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates 34% online
Associate 22% online
Bachelor's 9% online
Graduate Certificate 23% online
Master's 16% online
Doctorate 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
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
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- All Track Combined
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.
1Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies
BA
MA
DOC
African-American/Black Studies
BA
MA
DOC
2Biological And Biomedical Sciences
BA
MA
DOC
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
BA
MA
DOC
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
BA
MA
DOC
Neuroscience
BA
MA
DOC
Molecular Medicine
BA
MA
DOC
Epidemiology
BA
MA
DOC
Biotechnology
BA
MA
DOC
Bioinformatics
BA
MA
DOC
Pharmacology
BA
MA
DOC
Pathology/Experimental Pathology
BA
MA
DOC
Cell Physiology
BA
MA
DOC
Human/Medical Genetics
BA
MA
DOC
Microbiology and Immunology
BA
MA
DOC
Cell Biology and Anatomy
BA
MA
DOC
Biochemistry
BA
MA
DOC
Biostatistics
BA
MA
DOC
3Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
BA
MA
DOC
Labor Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Taxation
BA
MA
DOC
Business/Commerce, General
BA
MA
DOC
Operations Management and Supervision
BA
MA
DOC
Accounting
BA
MA
DOC
Tourism and Travel Services Management
BA
MA
DOC
Meeting and Event Planning
BA
MA
DOC
4Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
BA
MA
DOC
Technical and Scientific Communication
BA
MA
DOC
Health Communication
BA
MA
DOC
Sports Communication
BA
MA
DOC
Journalism
BA
MA
DOC
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
BA
MA
DOC
Public Relations/Image Management
BA
MA
DOC
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
BA
MA
DOC
5Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
BA
MA
DOC
Computer and Information Sciences, General
BA
MA
DOC
Information Technology
BA
MA
DOC
Informatics
BA
MA
DOC
Computer Science
BA
MA
DOC
6Education
BA
MA
DOC
Elementary Education and Teaching
BA
MA
DOC
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
BA
MA
DOC
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
BA
MA
DOC
Special Education and Teaching, General
BA
MA
DOC
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
BA
MA
DOC
Speech Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Spanish Language Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Social Studies Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Art Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Secondary Education and Teaching
BA
MA
DOC
Urban Education and Leadership
BA
MA
DOC
7Engineering Technologies/Technicians
BA
MA
DOC
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
BA
MA
DOC
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
BA
MA
DOC
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
BA
MA
DOC
Engineering/Industrial Management
BA
MA
DOC
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
BA
MA
DOC
Biomedical Technology/Technician
BA
MA
DOC
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
BA
MA
DOC
8Engineering
BA
MA
DOC
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
BA
MA
DOC
Computer Engineering, General
BA
MA
DOC
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
BA
MA
DOC
Mechanical Engineering
BA
MA
DOC
Engineering, Other
BA
MA
DOC
9English Language And Literature/Letters
BA
MA
DOC
English Language and Literature, General
BA
MA
DOC
10Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics
BA
MA
DOC
Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
BA
MA
DOC
Spanish Language and Literature
BA
MA
DOC
French Language and Literature
BA
MA
DOC
German Language and Literature
BA
MA
DOC
11Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
BA
MA
DOC
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
BA
MA
DOC
Dentistry (DDS, DMD)
BA
MA
DOC
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
BA
MA
DOC
Medical Scientist (MS, PhD)
BA
MA
DOC
Music Therapy/Therapist
BA
MA
DOC
Art Therapy/Therapist
BA
MA
DOC
Health Services Administration
BA
MA
DOC
Public Health, Other
BA
MA
DOC
Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician
BA
MA
DOC
Dental Clinical Sciences, General (MS, PhD)
BA
MA
DOC
Dental Public Health and Education (Cert., MS/MPH, PhD/DPH
BA
MA
DOC
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
BA
MA
DOC
Dental Services and Allied Professions, Other
BA
MA
DOC
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
BA
MA
DOC
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
BA
MA
DOC
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
BA
MA
DOC
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
BA
MA
DOC
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
BA
MA
DOC
Physician Assistant
BA
MA
DOC
Physical Therapy/Therapist
BA
MA
DOC
Cytotechnology/Cytotechnologist
BA
MA
DOC
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
BA
MA
DOC
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
BA
MA
DOC
Pre-Physical Therapy Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Rehabilitation Science
BA
MA
DOC
Medical Informatics
BA
MA
DOC
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
BA
MA
DOC
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
BA
MA
DOC
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing
BA
MA
DOC
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
BA
MA
DOC
Nursing Science (MS, PhD)
BA
MA
DOC
Pediatric Nurse/Nursing
BA
MA
DOC
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing
BA
MA
DOC
Nursing Practice
BA
MA
DOC
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other
BA
MA
DOC
Medicine (MD)
BA
MA
DOC
12History
BA
MA
DOC
History, General
BA
MA
DOC
13Legal Professions And Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other
BA
MA
DOC
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
BA
MA
DOC
Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General (LL.M., M.C.L., M.L.I., M.S.L., J.S.D./S.J.D.)
BA
MA
DOC
Law (LL.B., J.D.)
BA
MA
DOC
14Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities
BA
MA
DOC
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
BA
MA
DOC
15Library Science
BA
MA
DOC
Library Science/Librarianship
BA
MA
DOC
16Mathematics And Statistics
BA
MA
DOC
Mathematics, General
BA
MA
DOC
17Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Human Biology
BA
MA
DOC
Museology/Museum Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
BA
MA
DOC
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
BA
MA
DOC
Human Computer Interaction
BA
MA
DOC
18Natural Resources And Conservation
BA
MA
DOC
Environmental Science
BA
MA
DOC
19Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
BA
MA
DOC
20Philosophy And Religious Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Philosophy
BA
MA
DOC
Religion/Religious Studies
BA
MA
DOC
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