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About Indiana University-East

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Indiana University-East is a public university in Richmond, IN, known for its small class sizes, health sciences focus, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 78%, Indiana University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 349 students each year. Indiana University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1200–1410, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Indiana University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $7,539 per year; the sticker price of $21,914 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Indiana University-East acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

78%
Overall Accept Rate
3.75
Typical Admitted GPA
1305
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1200 – 1410 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Indiana University-East

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Essay Strategy
IU East values essays that feel personal and grounded, so use your essay to show why a smaller, regionally focused campus in eastern Indiana fits your actual goals rather than writing a generic statement about higher education.
Test Score Strategy
Since IU East does not require test scores, hold back scores that fall below their middle range and let your GPA and academic coursework carry more weight in the review.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Indiana University-East actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$22k/yr$5.2k
30k-48k~$22k/yr$5.5k
48k-75k~$22k/yr$7.1k
75k-110k~$22k/yr$13.3k
110k+~$22k/yr$16.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

45%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$45k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,429
Undergrad Enrollment
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