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Your chances of getting into Indiana University East

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

77.6%
Admission Difficulty for Indiana University East
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at IU East is 77.6%.  Its admission rate is the 24th lowest in Indiana.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into IU East and can you get accepted?

Indiana University East is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,230 out of the 1,586 who applied were admitted.

Indiana University East typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.41. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 28% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into IU East?

78% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Indiana University East you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.41 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1080 on the SAT
  • Score 22 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

IU East GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.41

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Indiana University East?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into IU East are to have around a 3.41 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.41 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as IU East accepts 78% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at IU East is 3.41 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #25 in Indiana for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since IU East is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Indiana University East students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 15.31% Good
3.75 to 3.99 18.89% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 18.57% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 13.03% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.7% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 15.31% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 6.19% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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IU East SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Indiana University East. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 13% of students submitted SAT scores and 10% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

960-1200

Applicants Submitting SAT 

13%
SAT Scores for Indiana University East
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 490
Math 25th Percentile 470
Composite 25th Percentile 960
SAT Scores for Indiana University East
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 610
Math 75th Percentile 590
Composite 75th Percentile 1200
Average SAT Score 1080

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Indiana University East?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at IU East is 1080 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 960-1200. Students who get into Indiana University East score in the top 68 percent of all SAT test takers..  IU East ranks #28 in the state of Indiana for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1080 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. IU East regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 960 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 960, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 840, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Indiana University East is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1080 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1080, you have around a 78% chance of being admitted. A 1200 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 87% chance of getting in.

Indiana University East admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1200 and Above Good >87%
1080 to 1200 Avg + 78%-87%
960 to 1080 Avg - 65%-78%
840 to 960 Reach 50%-65%
Less than 840 Low <50%
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IU East ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

18-26 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

10%
ACT Scores for Indiana University East
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 19
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 18
ACT Scores for Indiana University East
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 26
Composite 75th Percentile 26
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into IU East?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to IU East is 22, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 18 and 26.  The school ranks #27 in Indiana for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 22. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 18 and score in the score in the top 62 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

10 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Indiana University East.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Indiana University East is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into IU East for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 22 score has around 78% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 87% with a 26 ACT score.

Indiana University East admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >87%
22 to 26 Avg + 78%-87%
18 to 22 Avg - 65%-78%
14 to 18 Reach 50%-65%
Less than 14 Low <50%
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High School Class Rank

76% of Indiana University East freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 38% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Indiana University East students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 14.1%
Top 25% of class 38.4%
Top 50% of class 76%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Indiana University East admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,061 525 1,586
Accepted 820 410 1,230
Acceptance Rate 77% 78% 78%
Enrolled 208 141 349
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 25% 34% 28%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 18, 2025

Days left to Apply

236

Applicants have 236 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Aug 18, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Indiana University East is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Indiana University East and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Indiana University East Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Indiana University East
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Indiana University East is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.41 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1080 and ACT of 22 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=151388 IPEDS survey data for Indiana University East.

Last updated February 24, 2024