Indiana University Bloomington

Indiana University Bloomington

(IU)

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)

At a Glance

Acceptance Rate
80%
SAT (Optional)
1110–1310
Avg GPA
3.60
Enrollment
34K
Setting
Small City
Founded
1820

Cost

Tuition (In-State)$11K
Tuition (Out-of-State)$38K
Room & Board$12K
Est. Annual Total (In-State)$23K
Est. Annual Total (Out-of-State)$50K

Published sticker prices for 2025-2026. Actual cost after aid varies.

Top Programs & National Ranking

Approximate national ranking based on departmental rankings, research output, and program reputation.

Highlights

Kelley School of Business (top)
Jacobs School of Music (#1)
Beautiful limestone campus

Athletics

Division
NCAA Division 1
Conference
Big Ten Conference
View on NCAA.com

Safety

Campus SafetySafe

Indiana University Police operate 24/7 with late-night transportation and a Student Welfare Initiative. Aggravated assaults on campus increased significantly in 2024.

Neighborhood SafetySafe

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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