Overview
Enrollment
Indiana University East, located in Richmond, Indiana, sits on a suburban campus approximately 75 miles east of Indianapolis and 40 miles west of Dayton, Ohio. The campus serves as a regional hub of the Indiana University system, operating from a modern campus established in 1971 that features contemporary academic buildings and green spaces. IU East offers bachelor's and master's degree programs, with notable strengths in nursing, business, education, and online learning options. The institution maintains a commuter-focused campus model, though students can access nearby off-campus housing, and serves primarily students from eastern Indiana and western Ohio. The campus provides academic support services through its Campus Library and Student Success Center, while maintaining partnerships with local businesses and healthcare facilities for student internships and clinical placements.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
IU East is rated within the lower 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Indiana University East within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#876 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#340 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#28 in Best Colleges in Indiana
#10 in Best Public Colleges in Indiana
#57 in Best Value Colleges in Indiana
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1010/1220 |
| ACT | 20/25 |
| GPA | 3.41 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 18, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Indiana Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $644 |
| Other Fees | $687 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $10,244 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,550 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,617 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $644 |
| Other Fees | $687 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $10,244 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,550 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,481 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 32% |
| Health Professions | 18% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 8% |
| General Studies | 8% |
| Human Services | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=151388 IPEDS survey data for Indiana University East.
Current students may use the Indiana University East GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025