Indiana University-Indianapolis Admission
Acceptance Rate
76.37%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
24.63%
Freshmen Enrollment
2,942
SAT Scores
1,130
For the 2024-2025 admission, a total of 15,643 students have applied and 11,947 students have allowed to admit to Indiana University-Indianapolis (Acceptance rate: 76.37%). IUPUI's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 24.63 % where 2,942 students have finally enrolled out of 11,947 admitted students.
IUPUI acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Indiana. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Ohio State University-Main Campus and University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, its acceptance rate is average (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 75.57%).
IUPUI enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Indiana. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 23.11%).
How to Apply to Indiana University-Indianapolis
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply IUPUI. IUPUI offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | https://indianapolis.iu.edu/admissions |
|---|---|
| Online Application | https://online.iu.edu/apply/index.html |
| Financial Aid | https://indianapolis.iu.edu/admissions/cost-and-aid/index.html |
| Net Price Calculator | https://indianapolis.iu.edu/cost-aid/cost-of-attendance/net-price-calculator.html |
| Veterans Tuition | https://veterans.indianapolis.iu.edu/ |
| Athletic | https://iuia.iu.edu/compliance-reports/federally-required/index.html |
| Disability Service | https://studentaffairs.indianapolis.iu.edu/care-support/ |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at IUPUI and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2025, the average SAT score at Indiana University-Indianapolis is 1,130 and the average ACT score is 25. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of Indiana University-Indianapolis is comparable to the schools (average score is 1,250). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | 1,130 | 25 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,250 | 26 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges | 1,112 | 67 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges in Indiana | 1,095 | 65 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At Indiana University-Indianapolis, 961 students submitted SAT scores (33% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,130 and it is around average than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Indiana. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 520 | 570 | 630 |
| Mathematics | 510 | 560 | 610 |
| Total | 1,030 | 1,130 | 1,240 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: June 5, 2025)
At Indiana University-Indianapolis, 108 students submitted ACT scores (4% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 25 and it is lower than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Indiana. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite | 21 | 25 | 29 |
| English | 21 | 25 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 25 | 29 |
IUPUI Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to Indiana University-Indianapolis. The school requires 4 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, Completion of college-preparatory program, and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
3 items are Considered if submitted - Secondary school rank, Admission test scores, and Personal statement or essay.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Considered, if submitted |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Required |
| Recommendations | Not Considered |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Considered, if submitted |
| Legacy status | Not Considered |