About the University
Indiana University is a major multicampus public research institution grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and a world leader in professional, medical, and technological education. IU's mission is to provide broad access to undergraduate and graduate education for students throughout Indiana, the United States, and the world, as well as outstanding academic and cultural programs and student services.
Overview
Location: Bloomington, Indiana, United States
Type: Public University
Founded: 1820
Tuition: $66,206/year
Fun Facts
First State University to Admit Women
After classes began in 1825, with an enrollment of 10 men, IU demonstrated a progressive commitment to inclusion and diversity.
1867: IU became one of the first state universities to admit women.
1869: Sarah Parke Morrison became the first woman to graduate from IU.
1895: Marcellus Neal became IU's first African American graduate.
1919: Frances Marshall became IU's first female African American graduate.
Little 500
Billed as "The World's Greatest College Weekend," the Little 500 is the largest collegiate bike race in the United States. Modeled after the Indianapolis 500, riders compete in four-person teams around a quarter-mile cinder track at Bill Armstrong Stadium. The men's race is 200 laps (50 miles), and the women's race is 100 laps (25 miles).
Beautiful Campus
Landscape artist Thomas Gaines named Indiana University's main Bloomington, Indiana, campus one of the five most beautiful in the nation in his 1991 book The Campus as a Work of Art
IU Dance Marathon
Each November, students gather to stay awake and dance for 36 hours straight to raise funds for Indianapolis's Riley Hospital for Children. Students have raised more than $7 million for Riley since the IUDM inception in 1991.
Crest Toothpaste
IU faculty members Harry Day, Josephy Muhler, and William Nebergall created a fluoride toothpaste, contributing to reductions in tooth decay worldwide. Patents were acquired, and Proctor & Gamble paid royalties for an exclusive contract to use stannous fluoride in its Crest, the world's first fluoride toothpaste, launched in 1955.
IU Opera
In 1981, Students from then IU School of Music became the first university company to perform at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City.
Admissions
Average SAT | 1150-1360 |
Average ACT | 26-32 |
550 (Paper), 79 (iBT) | |
College Board Code | 1324 |
Application Deadline | February |
Academics
Graduation Rate: 79%
Retention Rate: 90%
Students-to-Faculty Ratio: 17:1
Application Process
Apply as a freshman if you have never attended college or university before. You must earn a diploma from an accredited high school before you enroll at IU. You would require the following for the application:
Secondary school academic records
Demonstration of English proficiency
SAT or ACT exam scores (optional)
Letters of recommendation (optional)
Supplemental Essay
Rankings
Indiana University Bloomington is one of the top public universities in Bloomington, United States. It is ranked #339 in QS World University Rankings 2023 and #72 in National Universities by US News.
Essay Prompt Breakdown
Prompt: Describe your academic and career plans and any special interest (for example, undergraduate research, academic interests, leadership opportunities, etc.) that you are eager to pursue as an undergraduate at Indiana University. Also, if you encountered any unusual circumstances, challenges, or obstacles in pursuit of your education, share those experiences and how you overcame them. (Response required in 200-400 words.)
This prompt is essentially another "Why this major or university?" essay. The central idea of this essay is to understand which of IU's programs and opportunities you will take advantage of to further your career.
You can approach this prompt by discussing your academic and career interests and goals and explaining how Indiana University specifically would help you reach these aspirations.
The essay's first half can be about your future aspirations and present a cohesive picture of your passion for a specific academic field. For example, you can start with a personal anecdote showcasing your interest in a single course of study or future career.
Next, you can detail your accomplishments and experience in this field and provide instances and examples to back those accomplishments up. This paragraph is also a chance to portray your ability to grow and conquer challenges in your given field.
Lastly, connect your aspirations to Indiana University. Research and learn about the qualities and programs that make Indiana University unique and special to your needs. Try to avoid generic responses that could apply to any other university.
Majors Available
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Accounting
Accounting and Business/Management
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
African Studies
African-American/Black Studies
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anatomy
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature
Animal Behavior and Ethology
Anthropology
Apparel and Textiles, General
Architecture
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Art Teacher Education
Art/Art Studies, General
Artificial Intelligence
Astronomy
Astrophysics
Athletic Training/Trainer
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
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K
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R
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Famous Alumni
Meg Cabot: Author, The Princess Diaries
John Chambers: President and CEO of Cisco Systems
Bob Chapek: CEO of The Walt Disney Company
Michael D. Higgins: President of Ireland
Ryan Murphy: Actor, best known for American Horror Story
Ranveer Singh: Actor
Jason Beckfield: Professor of Sociology at Harvard University
Angelin Chang: Grammy Award-winning classical pianist
Silas Warner: Game developer, creator of Wolfenstein
Donald Fehr: Managing director, Major League Baseball Players Association
Source
"Home." IU at a Glance: About: Indiana University. Web. 29 Oct. 2022.
Lindley, Jolie. "Friday Five: Five Fun Facts about Indiana University." MAGAZINE. 23 Aug. 2016. Web. 29 Oct. 2022
Mercedes, Christina. "20 Facts to Celebrate the IU Bicentennial." We Are IU. 19 Jan. 2020. Web. 29 Oct. 2022.
"What Is Little 500." IU Student Foundation. Web. 29 Oct. 2022.
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