Indiana University Bloomington is a flagship public research university known for the highly ranked Kelley School of Business and the Jacobs School of Music, widely considered the top music conservatory at a public university. Its beautiful limestone campus in Bloomington also supports strong programs in media, informatics, and the liberal arts.
Mascot: Hoosier
Notable Alumni
Mark Cuban (entrepreneur and Shark Tank star)•Suzanne Collins (author of The Hunger Games)•Kevin Kline (Academy Award-winning actor)
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Safety
Indiana University Police operate 24/7 with late-night transportation and a Student Welfare Initiative. Aggravated assaults on campus increased significantly in 2024.
Bloomington has above-average overall crime rates, but violent crime risk is low. The southeast neighborhoods near campus are the safest. Most crime is property-related.
Based on Clery Act data, student surveys, and local crime statistics.
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