C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100

Indiana State University

4-Year Public
📍 Terre Haute, Indiana 47809
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
C+
60/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

8,304
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
92%
Acceptance Rate
$13,321
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Indiana State University

3% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 249 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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🏆 Where Indiana State University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#7
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other
of 24 schools
#10
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other
of 39 schools
#13
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
of 22 schools
#18
Construction Management, General
of 53 schools
#23
Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
of 36 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $9,712 $21,454
Room $7,525
Board $3,959
Total Cost (On-Campus) $25,055 $36,797

Financial Aid

95%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
58%
Take Out Loans
$13,321
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,702
$30,001 - $48,000$8,876
$48,001 - $75,000$11,400
$75,001 - $110,000$17,908
$110,001+$19,574

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Psychology, General 135 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 118 grads/yr Criminology 101 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 99 grads/yr Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other 97 grads/yr Construction Management, General 94 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 64 grads/yr Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other 59 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 55 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 52 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 51 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 44 grads/yr Aviation/Airway Management and Operations 38 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 38 grads/yr Accounting 36 grads/yr Physician Assistant 35 grads/yr Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician 33 grads/yr Finance, General 32 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 32 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 31 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Indiana State University's top programs commonly pursue.

Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr 55,300 jobs
Industrial-organizational psychologists
$110k/yr 5,600 jobs
Clinical and counseling psychologists
$96k/yr 76,300 jobs
Psychology teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 52,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr 40,600 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

8,304
Total Students
58%
Women
80%
Traditional Age (18-24)
3%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 68%
Hispanic 6%
Black 16%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 84%
Off-Campus (Renters) 3%
With Family 13%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~249 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 46%
Hybrid (Some Online) 26%
Fully Online 28%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 80%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Indiana State University?
Indiana State University has an acceptance rate of 92%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Indiana State University?
Tuition at Indiana State University is $9,712 for in-state students and $21,454 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $13,321.
What is the graduation rate at Indiana State University?
The graduation rate at Indiana State University is 41%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Indiana State University a good school?
Indiana State University has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Indiana State University?
Indiana State University has a total enrollment of 8,304 students. Most students (80%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Indiana State University?
Yes! Approximately 3% of students at Indiana State University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 249 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology