Indiana State University (ISU) - Reviews and Rankings

90%

Acceptance Rate

$9,163

Avg.Financial Aid

001807

FAFSA Code

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About Indiana State University (ISU)

Type Control of Institution - Public/Private

Public

4 Years

Student Population Number of Students attending College

13,044

Website

https://www.indstate.edu

Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.

HLC

Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.

Not applicable

On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?

Yes

Indiana State University (ISU) is a public institution which was established in 1865 in Indiana. It is providing all the facilities to their students to learn and grow inside and outside of the classroom. The students at the university are from 69 countries.

The university focuses more on experimental learning than theoretical learning. The campus recognizes the importance of an environment that not only recognizes individual differences but also the community to learn and grow from cultures.

The university is extremely proud of its diversity with students coming from close to 70 countries and provides resources to encourage and nurture diversity.

ISU provides majors and minors in a variety of disciplines fro the students to choose from. The various colleges under the university are Arts and Sciences, Bayh College of Education, Graduate and Professional Studies, Health and Human Services, and Scott College of Business.

The online college of Indiana State offers more than 70 programs that can be completed 100% online or with minimal campus visits. The university also offers accelerated programs so that the students can be done with their programs as soon as they can.

The total student population is 13,044 with a student-faculty ratio of 21:1. The university has a graduation rate of 37%.

ISU Accreditation

Indiana State University is nationally accredited and is recognized by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1915 to offer various degrees and certificates.

Location & Contact

Address

210 N 7th St

Contact

Email: N/A
Phone: 8122376311
Fax: N/A

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Rankings

The following rankings are provided by the US News based on the performance of the institution:

293-#381in National Universities
78 in Top Performers on Social Mobility
224 in Business Programs

Admissions

Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.

FALSE

Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.

90%

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SAT Range

910 - 1120

ACT Range

16 - 23

Application Fee

$25

SAT/ACT

Recommended

High School GPA

Required

Accept Common App

None

The university application process differs for graduate and undergraduate programs. Further, some of the programs have their own individual requirements that the applicants are suggested to go through so that they can make a complete checklist.

For freshman application,

Applicants are required to submit their completed online application form or they can walk-in with their application and submit to the admissions office.
Applicants are required to submit their official transcripts which must be sent directly from the high school to Indiana State University electronically or through postal mail. A final high school transcript will be required upon graduation and completion of all high school course work.
The applicants are required to submit their official SAT/ACT scores.
Applicants must submit a DD214 and a Joint Services Transcript in order to receive credit for military service.
Applicants must also send a copy of the alien registration card (green card) if applicable.
Applicants are also required to submit their complete online application form.

In addition to the above process, a candidate must also satisfy the SAT and ACT range of 910 - 1120 and 16 - 23.

Indiana State University Admissions Office

102 Gillum Hall
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN 47809

ISU Admissions Phone Number is (812) 237-3773

Email - isu-marketing@mail.indstate.edu

Annual Cost to Attend

Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.

$11,923

Average Annual Cost

$8,890

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Books And Supplies

$1,200

Other Fees

$200

Room And Board The charges for an academic year for rooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.

$10,590

Budget For Other Expenses

$2,266

Total One Year Cost

$23,146

From the above table, it is clear that the ISU undergraduate average annual cost is 8,890.

The students also need to budget for other expenses which include the following:

Indiana State University room and board amounting to $10,590

Other expenses cost $2,266, and books and supplies amount to $1,200.

The average total cost of attendance for undergraduate students is $23,146.

On average, the college tuition costs $23,146 per year.

For any further information about tuition and ways to pay, we suggest you to follow our tuition and programs page by clicking below or the university's official website.

Explore Indiana State University (ISU) Tuition and Cost

Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

Student:Faculty Ratio

20:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

62%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

43%

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

$928

Faculty Overview

55%

Male Professors

45%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Criminology

169 Graduates

Registered Nursing, Administration,...

157 Graduates

Air Transportation

82 Graduates

Psychology, General

81 Graduates

Teacher Education and Professional...

81 Graduates

Computer and Information Sciences,...

68 Graduates

Communication and Media Studies

67 Graduates

Health and Physical Education/Fitne...

66 Graduates

Mechanical Engineering Related Tech...

65 Graduates

Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facil...

64 Graduates

Human Development, Family Studies,...

58 Graduates

Mental and Social Health Services a...

56 Graduates

Business/Commerce, General

53 Graduates

Teacher Education and Professional...

51 Graduates

Marketing

47 Graduates

Business Administration, Management...

44 Graduates

Biology, General

43 Graduates

Accounting and Related Services

42 Graduates

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...

42 Graduates

Social Work

40 Graduates

Finance and Financial Management Se...

38 Graduates

Human Resources Management and Serv...

33 Graduates

Quality Control and Safety Technolo...

32 Graduates

Electromechanical Instrumentation a...

30 Graduates

Fine and Studio Arts

30 Graduates

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...

30 Graduates

Political Science and Government

29 Graduates

Communication Disorders Sciences an...

28 Graduates

English Language and Literature, Ge...

28 Graduates

Computer Engineering Technologies/T...

23 Graduates

Construction Management

23 Graduates

Industrial Production Technologies/...

23 Graduates

Chemistry

22 Graduates

Foreign Languages, Literatures, and...

22 Graduates

General Sales, Merchandising and Re...

22 Graduates

Electrical Engineering Technologies...

21 Graduates

Music

21 Graduates

Special Education and Teaching

20 Graduates

Civil Engineering Technologies/Tech...

19 Graduates

Management Sciences and Quantitativ...

19 Graduates

Insurance

18 Graduates

Apparel and Textiles

15 Graduates

Geography and Cartography

15 Graduates

Gerontology

13 Graduates

History

13 Graduates

Mathematics

12 Graduates

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Ot...

12 Graduates

Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Se...

7 Graduates

Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...

7 Graduates

Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

6 Graduates

Engineering-Related Fields

5 Graduates

Interior Architecture

5 Graduates

Management Information Systems and...

5 Graduates

Economics

4 Graduates

Philosophy

4 Graduates

Teaching English or French as a Sec...

4 Graduates

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science...

3 Graduates

Engineering Technology, General

3 Graduates

Physics

3 Graduates

Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender,...

2 Graduates

Family and Consumer Sciences/Human...

2 Graduates

Radio, Television, and Digital Comm...

1 Graduates

Student Body

Undergraduate Students

10,950

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

41%

Full-time

81%

Part-time

19%

Students Gender

Male

44%

US National: 44%

Female

56%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

66% White

3% Unknown

18% Black

5% Hispanic

4% Two or more races

3% Non Resident alien

1% Asian

0% American Indian/Alaska native

0% Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

Geographic Density

High

Unknown Location

20%

Out Of State

79%

In State

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$56,049 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and N/A of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

Freshmen Live on Campus

N/A

Undergrads in College Housing

36%

Averege Housing Cost

$6,904/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $4,338/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$4,338/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Sycamore Sam

School Colors

blue and white

Varsity Athletics Association

NCAA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Gateway Football Conference

Total Male Athletes

198

Total Female Athletes

190

Intramural Sports

Sports Club

N/A

Sports Team (Men)

Baseball

Basketball

Cross Country

Football

Track and Field

Sports Team (Women)

Basketball

Cross Country

Golf

Soccer

Softball

Swimming and Diving

Track and Field

Volleyball

Campus Safety

24-Hour Security Patrol

Yes

Campus Emergency Phones

Yes

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Yes

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

Yes

Students who want to enjoy the campus and lodging life can benefit from the on-campus housing facility provided by ISU. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $10,800 per year. The students at Indiana State University have several dining and meal plan options to choose from. Moreover, the average meal plan costs around $4,338 per year. The university considers the safety and security of its students to be paramount. At ISU, campus safety and security features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The number of female and male students at the university are 44% and 56%, respectively.

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$31,800/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$39,000/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$0$100,000

$19,114

$29,000

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$198 - 301

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

80%

Average Aid Per Year

$9,163

Students Receiving Federal Grants

54%

Average Aid Per Year

$4,567

Students Receiving State Aid

46%

Average Aid Per Year

$6,239

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

61%

Average Aid Per Year

$3,288

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income

Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$12,185

$30K - $48K

$11,206

$48K - $75K

$6,775

$75K - $110K

$3,344

> $110K

$1,759

Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$30,006,397

Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$30,812,277

The financial aid is provided to the students to fund their education. It is given to the students in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans. Students who are eligible have to fill up the FAFSA Form. Indiana State University federal school code is 001807.

The following are the different types of financial assistance provided to the students:

Gift aid amounting to $9,163

Federal Grants amount to $4,567

State Aid to$6,239, and institutional grants amounting to $3,288

Indiana State University (ISU) Financial Aid Office

The Office of Student Financial Aid offers assistance to prospective and current students at Indiana State University. Our commitment is to serve the students and campus community in a consistent, knowledgeable, and efficient manner.

Office of Student Financial Aid
220 North 7th Street
Tirey Hall 150
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN 47809

Email: ISU-finaid@mail.indstate.edu

Office Hours

Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone Hours

Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.