C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
59/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Indianapolis

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Indianapolis, Indiana 46227
University of Indianapolis campus, Indianapolis, IN
University of Indianapolis campus, Indianapolis, IN. Photo: Nyttend, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
68/100
Affordability
F
23/100
Resources
C+
64/100
Experience
A
84/100
Prestige
D
39/100

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

5,447
Total Enrollment
56%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
73%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of Indianapolis, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$53,610
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$46,452
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$26,864
Median debt at graduation
55.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
32.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 50% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 58th 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 University of Indianapolis

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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Finance and Financial Management Services$54,590$86,923+4%#126 of 452#85$25,017
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$71,248$83,156-6%#603 of 966#441$27,000
Accounting and Related Services$55,819$78,477+3%#284 of 796#208$24,234
Biology$39,909$67,270+18%#141 of 841#61$27,000
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$43,509$64,325+21%#53 of 476#32$26,846
Criminal Justice and Corrections$44,418$62,307+13%#95 of 660#48$26,254
Business Administration, Management and Operations$44,216$61,006-11%#758 of 1176#608$27,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$38,364$59,819+10%#129 of 610#90$25,394
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions—$56,980-20%#191 of 253#174—
History—$55,878+10%#117 of 459#56—
Public Health—$55,147-6%#126 of 215#89$25,125
Psychology$32,237$54,319+7%#281 of 1027#117$25,780
Political Science and Government$32,406$53,579-15%#465 of 565#374$25,963
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas$47,783$51,742+1%#156 of 345#104$26,875
Social Work$36,399$50,666-2%#237 of 420#169$26,393
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$45,250$49,861+5%#245 of 680#162$25,886
Communication and Media Studies$33,054$48,711-14%#485 of 660#399$27,000
Marketing$45,095————$21,688
Chemistry$40,612————$23,000

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.

For parents & investors

The University of Indianapolis Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $230,105
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,297/mo — vs ~$715/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 46203 (7.1% cap, Indianapolis)

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🏆 Where University of Indianapolis Ranks

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

🥈
Gerontology
of 6 schools
#11
Physical Therapy Assistant
of 44 schools
#18
Clinical Psychology
of 62 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $34,416 $34,416
Room $6,436
Board $7,120
Total Cost (On-Campus) $55,702 $55,702

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
43%
Receive Pell Grants
53%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

5,447
Total Students
67%
Women
80%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 55%
Hispanic 8%
Black 11%
Asian 3%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 9%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 59%
Hybrid (Some Online) 28%
Fully Online 13%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 80%
25-64 (Adult) 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Indianapolis?
University of Indianapolis has an acceptance rate of 73%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Indianapolis?
Tuition at University of Indianapolis is $34,416 for in-state students and $34,416 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at University of Indianapolis?
The graduation rate at University of Indianapolis is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of Indianapolis a good school?
University of Indianapolis has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Indianapolis?
University of Indianapolis has a total enrollment of 5,447 students. Most students (80%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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