Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Bloomington, Indiana |
| Online | iub.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Indiana University Bloomington, situated in the rolling hills of southern Indiana approximately 50 miles south of Indianapolis, serves as the flagship campus of the Indiana University system. The campus spans over 1,900 acres and features distinctive limestone architecture, including the iconic Sample Gates and the Musical Arts Center. Founded in 1820, IU Bloomington maintains selective admission standards and is recognized for its Kelley School of Business, Jacobs School of Music, and Media School within the College of Arts and Sciences. Most first-year students reside in one of the campus's residential neighborhoods, which are organized into living-learning communities based on academic interests. The university competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Hoosiers, with its men's basketball program historically ranking among the most successful in the nation.
Ratings
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IU is rated within the top 31% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Indiana University Bloomington within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#209 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#48 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in Indiana
#2 in Best Public Colleges in Indiana
#265 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Indiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1170/1400 |
| ACT | 27/32 |
| GPA | 3.74 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Indiana Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $690 |
| Other Fees | $1,478 |
| Room and Board | $13,380 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,040 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,900 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $690 |
| Other Fees | $1,478 |
| Room and Board | $13,380 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,040 |
| Total One Year Cost | $57,592 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| Communication | 10% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 8% |
| Education | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=151351 IPEDS survey data for Indiana University Bloomington.
Current students may use the Indiana University Bloomington GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025