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About Indiana University-Indianapolis

high research activityhealth sciences focusaccessible admissionspublic doctoral university

Indiana University-Indianapolis is a public research university in Indianapolis, IN, known for its high research activity, health sciences focus, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 83%, Indiana University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 3,523 students each year. Indiana University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1050–1250, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Indiana University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,047 per year; the sticker price of $46,227 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Indiana University-Indianapolis acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

83%
Overall Accept Rate
1150
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1050 – 1250 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Indiana University-Indianapolis

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Essay Strategy
IU Indianapolis is embedded in one of the fastest-growing cities in the Midwest, so connect your academic or career goals to specific Indianapolis industries like life sciences, tech startups, or healthcare if any of those match your interests.
Test Score Strategy
Since IU Indianapolis does not require test scores, consider leaving your score off your application so the admissions committee focuses on your grades, activities, and other strengths instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Indiana University-Indianapolis actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$46k/yr$5.7k
30k-48k~$46k/yr$6.0k
48k-75k~$46k/yr$11.0k
75k-110k~$46k/yr$18.1k
110k+~$46k/yr$20.7k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

54%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$47k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
17,324
Undergrad Enrollment
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