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About Indiana University-Bloomington

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Indiana University-Bloomington is a public research university in Bloomington, IN, known for its big ten research university, kelley school of business, and high acceptance rate. With an acceptance rate of 82%, IU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 9,736 students each year. IU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1200–1310, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. IU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $11,253 per year; the sticker price of $54,318 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Indiana University-Bloomington acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

82%
Overall Accept Rate
3.75
Typical Admitted GPA
1255
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1200 – 1310 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Indiana University-Bloomington

Essay Strategy
IU's essays carry moderate weight, so use them to name specific programs, faculty, or resources like the Media School or the Luddy School of Informatics that connect directly to your goals. Vague enthusiasm for a big campus will not stand out the way a specific academic connection will.
Test Score Strategy
Since IU is test optional and your score falls below their 75th percentile, consider withholding it and letting your GPA, course rigor, and essays carry your application instead.

Financial Aid & Cost

What Indiana University-Bloomington actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$54k/yr$6.3k
30k-48k~$54k/yr$7.6k
48k-75k~$54k/yr$12.2k
75k-110k~$54k/yr$20.2k
110k+~$54k/yr$25.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

81%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$53k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
36,299
Undergrad Enrollment
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