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About Indiana University-South Bend

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Indiana University-South Bend is a public university in South Bend, IN, known for its high acceptance rate, health sciences focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 87%, Indiana University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 771 students each year. Indiana University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 970–1190, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Indiana University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $6,746 per year; the sticker price of $34,400 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Indiana University-South Bend acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

87%
Overall Accept Rate
1080
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 970 – 1190 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Indiana University-South Bend

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Application Strategy
IU South Bend serves the South Bend and Michiana region heavily, so if you have ties to the local community, whether through work, family, or community organizations, mention them explicitly in your application to show you are a strong fit for this campus.
Test Score Strategy
IU South Bend does not require test scores, and if your score is below the school's 75th percentile, you are better off not submitting it. Let your GPA and other strengths carry your application instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Indiana University-South Bend actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$34k/yr$4.6k
30k-48k~$34k/yr$4.9k
48k-75k~$34k/yr$8.2k
75k-110k~$34k/yr$14.0k
110k+~$34k/yr$15.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

36%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$41k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3,693
Undergrad Enrollment
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