Indiana University Indianapolis

  • 6/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 0 reviews
#3 Best Public Universities in Indiana

Overview

Total enrollment

22,534
Indiana University Indianapolis overview
Indiana University Indianapolis overview
  • Size Large
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) occupies an urban campus in downtown Indianapolis, positioned adjacent to the White River and within walking distance of the Indiana State Capitol. The institution was formed in 1969 through the merger of Indiana University and Purdue University extension programs, creating a comprehensive public research university that maintains academic partnerships with both founding institutions. IUPUI's campus features modern academic buildings and medical facilities, including the Indiana University School of Medicine, which serves as the state's primary medical education center. The university is recognized for its programs in nursing, engineering, health sciences, and liberal arts, with the School of Medicine being the largest medical school in the United States. Students have access to on-campus housing in multiple residential complexes, though many students commute from the surrounding metropolitan area.

Ratings

IUPUI is rated within the top 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    6 out of 10
  • Academics
    7 out of 10
  • Resources
    9 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    5 out of 10
  • Value
    8 out of 10

Admissions

Admission Standards

Average
Indiana University Indianapolis admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1030/1240
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 21/29
  • GPA 3.52

Acceptance Rate

76.4%
Indiana University Indianapolis applications overview
  • Applications Due May 15, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 24.6%
  • Application Fee $65

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Annual Cost to Attend

Indiana Resident Tuition

$10,762

Out of State Resident Tuition

$34,891

Breakdown

In State Costs for Indiana University Indianapolis
  • Tuition $10,762
  • Books and Supplies $1,250
  • Other Fees $1,244
  • Room and Board $13,308
  • Budget for Other Expenses $2,618
  • Total One Year Cost $29,182

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$48,600 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

33% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Indiana University Indianapolis are Health Professions, Business, and Liberal Arts and Humanities. 18% of students major in Health Professions, 16% in Business, and 13% in Liberal Arts and Humanities.

  • Health Professions 18%
  • Business 16%
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 13%
  • Education 8%
  • Engineering Technology 5%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=151111.

GPA calculator: Indiana University Indianapolis GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026