University of Indianapolis Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Indianapolis is a private research university in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving roughly 3,005 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 66.50% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $53,610 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $37,200
- 2024 Average Net Price: $21,602 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 66.50% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,005 94.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 55.82%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 31.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 12.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,915
- Applicants (IPEDS): 9,886
- Room & Board: $15,542 annual estimate
University of Indianapolis: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Indianapolis, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Indianapolis?
University of Indianapolis is located in Indianapolis, IN (ZIP 46227-3697).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is University of Indianapolis public or private?
University of Indianapolis is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Indianapolis cost?
Published tuition: $37,200.
Average net price after aid: $21,602.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $15,346 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,863 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $21,262 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $23,855 |
| $110,001+ | $28,004 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $148,800.
How hard is it to get into University of Indianapolis?
Admission rate: 66.50%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Indianapolis?
Total enrollment: 3,005 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,915 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,397 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Indianapolis?
150%-time completion rate: 55.82%.
First-year retention: 71.0%.
What do graduates of University of Indianapolis earn?
Median earnings: $46,452 six years after entry; $53,610 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,864.
32.58% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Indianapolis known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (121 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (115 completions)
- Psychology, General (107 completions)
- Finance, General (69 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (56 completions)
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist (52 completions)
- Curriculum and Instruction (47 completions)
- Clinical Psychology (47 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (44 completions)
- Gerontology (42 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Indianapolis a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 66.50%; completion rate 55.82%; median earnings $53,610 at 10 years; net price $21,602. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$37,200
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Indianapolis was $37,200.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$21,602
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Indianapolis had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $21,602.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$86,408 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$21,602 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$148,800 4-Year Tuition
$15,542 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,068 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$53,810 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$215,240 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Indianapolis.
Financial Aid by Income Level
32.58% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
38.16% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Indianapolis was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Indianapolis in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $24,660 | $24,660 | $22,293 |
| 2014 | $25,414 | $25,414 | $22,159 |
| 2015 | $26,290 | $26,290 | $21,890 |
| 2016 | $27,420 | $27,420 | $21,797 |
| 2017 | $28,390 | $28,390 | $21,145 |
| 2018 | $29,688 | $29,688 | $20,261 |
| 2019 | $30,976 | $30,976 | $20,512 |
| 2020 | $32,268 | $32,268 | $19,808 |
| 2021 | $33,520 | $33,520 | $21,411 |
| 2022 | $34,972 | $34,972 | $21,396 |
| 2023 | $36,136 | $36,136 | $18,748 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
66.50% Acceptance Rate
9,886 Total Applicants
7,193 Students Admitted
804 First-Time Students Enrolled
11.18% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Indianapolis reported total enrollment of about 3,005 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 41% male and 59% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (56.6%), Black or African American (14.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (11.3%). About 32.58% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 31.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Indianapolis in 2024 is 3,005 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,915 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,397 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
71.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 56.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
44.85% 100% Completion Time
55.82% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 44.85% of students graduating from University of Indianapolis completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 52% male / 48% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 6% male / 94% female
- Psychology, General: 21% male / 79% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Indianapolis.
Return on Investment
$26,864 Median Student Debt
$53,610 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
50.11% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
520.43% Return on Investment
5.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Indianapolis.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 77 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 121 completions
2. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 115 completions
3. Psychology, General: 107 completions
4. Finance, General: 69 completions
5. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 56 completions
6. Occupational Therapy/Therapist: 52 completions
7. Curriculum and Instruction: 47 completions
8. Clinical Psychology: 47 completions
9. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 44 completions
Most popular programs at University of Indianapolis.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Indianapolis graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Indianapolis from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,128
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,874
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Indianapolis is a private non-profit institution located in Indianapolis, IN, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General. Enrollment is approximately 3,005 students. Student body composition includes White (56.6%), Black or African American (14.9%), Hispanic or Latino (11.3%). The admission rate is 66.50%. The 150%-time completion rate is 55.82%. Approximately 32.58% of students receive Pell Grants. About 31.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Indianapolis, IN 46227-3697
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 77 distinct degree programs, University of Indianapolis provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Indianapolis located?
University of Indianapolis is located in Indianapolis, IN.
What is University of Indianapolis's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Indianapolis is 66.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 9,886 applicants and 7,193 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Indianapolis cost?
Reported tuition is $37,200 and average net price is $21,602 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $15,542 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Indianapolis?
University of Indianapolis reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,915 students, White (56.6%), Black or African American (14.9%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Indianapolis?
About 31.8% of students at University of Indianapolis are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of University of Indianapolis earn?
Median earnings are $46,452 six years after entry and $53,610 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Indianapolis?
The 150%-time completion rate is 55.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Indianapolis students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,864.
Is University of Indianapolis public or private?
University of Indianapolis is a private nonprofit institution located in Indianapolis, IN.
Is University of Indianapolis an HBCU?
No. University of Indianapolis is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Indianapolis a tribal college?
No. University of Indianapolis is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is University of Indianapolis a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, University of Indianapolis does not meet that proxy (reported share 11.3%).
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Indiana college costs
- Indiana colleges by ROI
- Indianapolis, Indiana city profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Indiana
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.