Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne

Overview

Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW), located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, provides a blend of the research opportunities and academic rigor associated with its parent institutions, Indiana University and Purdue University. With a campus spreading over 662 acres and featuring a mix of modern and traditional architectural styles, IPFW serves as a commuter school, although it does offer on-campus housing for students who opt to live within the university grounds. The university was established in 1964 as a result of the collaboration between its parent universities to serve the higher education needs of Northeast Indiana. Academically, IPFW is known for a variety of programs, including Business, Engineering, Education, and Health and Human Services. Its academic profile is comprehensive, catering to a wide range of interests and career objectives with a diverse selection of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The institution maintains a moderate to high level of application selectivity. While not renowned for its athletic programs, IPFW fields teams in several sports, competing as the Mastodons.

In the most recent statistical year 5,853 prospective students applied, and 4,721 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 1,210 enrolled in the school.  4,840 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,229 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,815 plus fees of $1,170. IPFW is ranked 848 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.