Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Indiana University-Southeast, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 41% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 33rd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IN wage index 0.87). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Indiana University-Southeast
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | $72,634 | $102,250 | -4% | #153 of 349 | #115 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $66,302 | $80,132 | -10% | #706 of 966 | #557 | $16,863 |
| Business/Commerce | $47,862 | $60,570 | -11% | #195 of 271 | #175 | $18,400 |
| Biology | $35,707 | $56,463 | -1% | #474 of 841 | #323 | $23,118 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $37,440 | $49,376 | -7% | #314 of 476 | #245 | $23,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $41,898 | $49,003 | -12% | #517 of 660 | #445 | $13,500 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $26,777 | $48,931 | -13% | #478 of 660 | #394 | $20,829 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | — | $47,064 | -8% | #275 of 345 | #242 | — |
| Psychology | $33,438 | $46,145 | -9% | #744 of 1027 | #586 | $19,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $43,243 | $46,073 | -3% | #428 of 680 | #359 | $19,500 |
| Sociology | — | $45,610 | -13% | #380 of 462 | #312 | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $31,194 | $42,084 | +2% | #197 of 423 | #127 | $18,092 |
| English Language and Literature | $32,235 | — | — | — | — | $24,388 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Indiana University-Southeast Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $238,012
- Avg rent near campus: $1,171/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 40210 (10.2% cap, Louisville)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,492 | $21,356 |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $23,013 | $36,877 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $4,253 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $4,592 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $8,343 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $12,726 |
| $110,001+ | $12,852 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Indiana University-Southeast's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
👥 Race & Ethnicity
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📊 Age Distribution
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- Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
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- Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology