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Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Large
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 2,410
Student to faculty ratio 13 to 1
Acceptance rate 84%
Students retention rate 69%
On-time graduation rate 57%

Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, IUPUI is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 84% indicates that IUPUI is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, IUPUI emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The student retention rate of 69% at IUPUI suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

83.6%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$10,044

Cost of attendance at Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis in 2022 for students from Indiana.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Indiana's average $8,887
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$32,101

Cost of attendance at Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Indiana's average $22,628
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 82 of freshman students at Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis received on average $10,926 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$10,926
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 1,478 41% $4,663 $6,892,331
Other Federal Grant 1,775 49% $5,062 $8,985,437
State Grant/Scholarships 1,540 43% $6,868 $10,577,272
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 2,727 75% $4,758 $12,974,397
Total Grant & Scholarships 2,978 82% $10,926 $32,537,106

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis students is 56.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 58.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 53.8%.

56.6%

  • asian 74.1% 106 students
  • African American 41.5% 107 students
  • white 58.1% 1,579 students
  • unknown 57.1% 8 students
  • hawaiian 66.7% 2 students
  • hispanic 55.9% 157 students
  • International Students 53.8% 56 students
  • Mixed Race 45.9% 90 students

Sport Conferences

  • Basketball Horizon League
  • Track and Cross Country Horizon League

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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