Indiana University East

  • 4/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Richmond, IN
  • 0 reviews
#10 Best Public Universities in Indiana

Overview

Total enrollment

3,203
Indiana University East overview
Indiana University East overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing No
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Indiana University East, located in Richmond, Indiana, sits on a suburban campus approximately 75 miles east of Indianapolis and 40 miles west of Dayton, Ohio. The campus serves as a regional hub of the Indiana University system, operating from a modern campus established in 1971 that features contemporary academic buildings and green spaces. IU East offers bachelor's and master's degree programs, with notable strengths in nursing, business, education, and online learning options. The institution maintains a commuter-focused campus model, though students can access nearby off-campus housing, and serves primarily students from eastern Indiana and western Ohio. The campus provides academic support services through its Campus Library and Student Success Center, while maintaining partnerships with local businesses and healthcare facilities for student internships and clinical placements.

Ratings

IU East is rated within the lower 32% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    4 out of 10
  • Academics
    5 out of 10
  • Resources
    4 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    3 out of 10
  • Value
    3 out of 10

Admissions

Admission Standards

Very Easy
Indiana University East admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 960/1170
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 19/24
  • GPA 3.41

Acceptance Rate

67.2%
Indiana University East applications overview
  • Applications Due Aug 18, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 29.2%
  • Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Indiana Resident Tuition

$8,424

Out of State Resident Tuition

$22,811

Breakdown

In State Costs for Indiana University East
  • Tuition $8,424
  • Books and Supplies $1,166
  • Other Fees $707
  • Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $10,972
  • Budget for Other Expenses $4,736
  • Total One Year Cost $26,005

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$32,900 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

19% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Indiana University East are Business, Health Professions, and Liberal Arts and Humanities. 32% of students major in Business, 18% in Health Professions, and 8% in Liberal Arts and Humanities.

  • Business 32%
  • Health Professions 18%
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 8%
  • General Studies 8%
  • Human Services 7%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=151388.

GPA calculator: Indiana University East GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026