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Indiana University (IUSB), South Bend : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About Indiana University

Set along the St. Joseph River, Indiana University South Bend pairs a green campus with the reach of a large public university. Known for strong teaching in the liberal arts and sciences, business, health-related fields, and education, it leans into hands-on work. And students use labs, studios, performance spaces, a well used library, and support hubs for advising, tutoring, and career coaching.

Student life has a commuter-friendly rhythm, but it's not quiet. Clubs, performances, and Titans athletics pull people together, and the rec center and river paths keep everyone moving. The culture is practical and welcoming. Career prep runs on internships and local partnerships, with added reach from the Indiana University network. South Bend offers a lively downtown, accessible arts, and workplaces to explore.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
1700 Mishawaka Ave, South Bend, Indiana, 46615, USA
Website
iusb.edu
Unit ID
151342

Academic & Institutional

Control
Public institution (funded by state or local government)
Accreditation
HLC
Length of Study
Programs under 2 years (e.g. certificate or diploma)
Calendar System
Semester system (two main terms per year)
Award Levels
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Post-Master's
Other Award
Campus Setting
Located in a midsize city (population between 100,000 and 249,999)
Carnegie Classification
Master's - Medium programs
Tuition & Fees
In-State
$8,179
Tuition $7,492 + Fee $687
Out-of-State
$22,043
Tuition $21,356 + Fee $687
Student Profile
Total Students 4,446
Undergraduate 3,807
Graduate/Other 639
Male: 1,504 Female: 2,942
Applications
Total Applicants 2,777
Admitted 2,388
Enrolled 886
Acceptance: 86% Yield: 37.1%
Staff
Total Staff 593
Full-time 443
Part-time 150
Full-time: 74.7% Part-time: 25.3%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

Indiana University (IUSB), South Bend offers 63 degree programs across 21 major academic fields, graduating approximately 868 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Health (11 programs, 219 graduates), Business (4 programs, 199 graduates), Education (11 programs, 107 graduates), Public Services (2 programs, 54 graduates) and Liberal Arts (2 programs, 51 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Health (11 programs, 219 graduates)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Registered Nursing 47
Bachelor's
51.3801
Health and Wellness 45
Bachelor's
51.0001
Radiologic Technology 20
Associate's
51.0911
Dental Hygiene 18
Bachelor's
51.0602
Medical Radiologic Technology 17
Bachelor's
51.0907
Speech-Language Pathology 14
Master's
51.0203
Health and Medical Administration 14
Bachelor's
51.0799
Occupational Therapy 14
Master's
51.2306
Nursing and Nursing Administration 14
Bachelor's
51.3899
Family Practice Nursing 10
Master's
51.3805
Clinical Laboratory Science and Medical Technology 6
Bachelor's
51.1005
Business (4 programs, 199 graduates)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Business Administration 166
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
52.0101
Business Administration and Management 29
Bachelor's
52.0201
Actuarial Science 3
Bachelor's
52.1304
Labor Studies 1
Bachelor's
52.1004
Education (11 programs, 107 graduates)
Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Elementary Education 30
Bachelor's
Master's
13.1202
School Counseling and Guidance 24
Master's
13.1101
Special Education Teaching 20
Bachelor's
Master's
13.1001
Educational Leadership and Administration 11
Master's
13.0401
English Language Arts Teacher Education 6
Bachelor's
13.1305
Social Studies Teacher Education 6
Bachelor's
13.1318
Music Teacher Education 5
Bachelor's
13.1312
Secondary Education and Teaching 2
Master's
13.1205
Art Education 1
Bachelor's
13.1302
Mathematics Teacher Education 1
Bachelor's
13.1311
French Language Teacher Education 1
Bachelor's
13.1325
Public Services (2 programs, 54 graduates)
Public Administration, Social Work and Community Services
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Social Work 47
Bachelor's
44.0701
Public Administration 7
Postbac Cert.
Master's
44.0401
Liberal Arts (2 programs, 51 graduates)
Liberal Arts Education, General Studies and Humanities
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Liberal Arts and Humanities 45
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Associate's
Bachelor's
24.0199
Liberal Arts and Sciences 6
Master's
24.0101
Psychology (2 programs, 33 graduates)
Psychological Sciences, Mental Health and Behavioral Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
General Psychology 31
Bachelor's
42.0101
Applied Behavior Analysis 2
Other Award
42.2814
Communication (3 programs, 32 graduates)
Media Communications, Journalism and Public Relations
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Speech Communication and Rhetoric 16
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
09.0101
Digital Media and Multimedia 12
Bachelor's
09.0702
Mass Communication and Media Studies 4
Master's
09.0102
Computer & IT (4 programs, 30 graduates)
Computer Science, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Computer Science 21
Bachelor's
11.0701
Informatics 5
Bachelor's
11.0104
Computer Programming 3
Other Award
11.0201
Web and Digital Multimedia Design 1
Bachelor's
11.0801
Arts (6 programs, 30 graduates)
Fine Arts, Design Studies and Creative Performance
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Studio Arts, General 19
Bachelor's
50.0702
Art Studies 3
Bachelor's
50.0701
Music Performance 3
Bachelor's
Master's
50.0903
Theatre Arts and Stagecraft 2
Bachelor's
50.0599
Music 2
Bachelor's
50.0901
Theatre Arts 1
Bachelor's
50.0501
Biological Sciences (2 programs, 24 graduates)
Life Sciences, Biotechnology and Biomedical Research
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Biology and Biological Sciences 20
Bachelor's
Master's
26.0101
Biochemistry 4
Bachelor's
26.0202

Admission Requirements & Test Scores

Comprehensive overview of admission criteria, standardized test score ranges, and application requirements for prospective students at Indiana University (IUSB), South Bend.

Application Requirements

Secondary School Rank
Neither required nor recommended
Secondary School Record
Required
College Preparatory Program
Required
Formal Demonstration of Competencies
Neither required nor recommended
English Proficiency Test (TOEFL)
Required
Personal Statement or Essay
Neither required nor recommended
Standardized Test Scores
SAT Scores
The SAT is a standardized college admission test measuring reading, writing, and math skills. Scores range from 400-1600 (combined Evidence-Based Reading & Writing + Math sections).
Composite Score Range
970 - 1170
25th-75th percentile
Evidence-Based Reading & Writing 490 - 590
Median: 540
Math 480 - 580
Median: 530
ACT Scores
The ACT is a standardized test for college admissions assessing English, math, reading, and science reasoning. Scores range from 1-36 (composite of all sections).
Composite Score Range
21 - 25
25th-75th percentile
English 21 - 26
Median: 22
Math 19 - 25
Median: 21

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Test score ranges represent the middle 50% of admitted students (25th-75th percentile). Requirements may vary by program.

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
$22,575
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
$36,439
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$8,179
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$22,043
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
$11,216 (on) / $10,244 (off)
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
$644
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
$2,536 (on) / $4,550 (off)
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
$1,734
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$8,666
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$19,575
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

18%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$8,152
Avg. Loan
$5,107
Avg. Federal Loan
$4,801
Additional
Students with Any Grant
526
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
261
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
358
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$2,461
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

36%
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
67%
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$28,497 – $64,093
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$28,497 (25th %) $64,093 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $44,947
Median Salary After 6 Years
$41,388
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$44,947
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
49.2%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
66.5%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$21,355
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 39.1%
Middle 55.5%
High 61.2%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 56.2%
Independent 38.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Indiana University (IUSB), South Bend

How much does it cost to attend Indiana University (IUSB), South Bend?

The annual tuition at Indiana University (IUSB), South Bend is $8,179 for in-state students and $22,043 for out-of-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $22,575 for in-state students and $36,439 for out-of-state students. Additional costs include room and board $11,216 (on) / $10,244 (off) and books and supplies $644.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Tuition and cost estimates are approximate and may not include all fees, personal expenses, or transportation costs.

What academic programs and degree levels does Indiana University, South Bend offer?

Indiana University (IUSB), South Bend offers 63 academic programs across 21 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Associate's, Bachelor's, Postbac Cert., Master's, Post-Master's, Other Award.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (11 programs)
  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (4 programs)
  • Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy (11 programs)
  • Public Administration, Social Work and Community Services (2 programs)
  • Liberal Arts Education, General Studies and Humanities (2 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What is the acceptance rate for Indiana University, South Bend?

Indiana University (IUSB), South Bend has an 86% acceptance rate and a 37.1% yield rate, making it moderately selective.

Admission statistics breakdown:

  • Total applicants: 2,777
  • Students admitted: 2,388
  • Students enrolled: 886

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Admission statistics may vary by program and application cycle.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at Indiana University, South Bend?

Indiana University (IUSB), South Bend provides financial aid to 18% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $8,152 and average loans of $5,107.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $5,075
  • State/Local grants: $5,178
  • Institutional grants: $2,461
  • Federal loans: $4,801

The university supports 526 students with grants and 261 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for Indiana University, South Bend graduates?

Indiana University (IUSB), South Bend graduates earn a median salary of $41,388 after 6 years and $44,947 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $28,497 (25th percentile) to $64,093 (75th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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