Indiana University-South Bend
South Bend, IN · public
Official site ↗Admissions
| Admit rate | 86% |
| Applicants | — |
| Middle-50% SAT | 970–1170 |
| Middle-50% ACT | 21–25 |
| Avg GPA | — |
| Test policy | — |
| Avg net price / yr | $8,364 |
| Grad rate | 36% |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $44,947 |
| Source | scorecard_bulk · 2025 |
Application requirements
| Regular / Rolling | Rolling |
| Application fee | $0 (US) · $65 (intl) |
| Personal essay | Not required |
| Test policy | flexible |
Source: Common App first-year Requirements Grid, 2025-26 cycle. Confirm on the college's site — requirements can change mid-cycle.
Supplemental essays
~400 words each.
- In 200–400 words, you’ll be asked to describe your academic and career plans and any special interest (for example, undergraduate research, academic interests, leadership opportunities, etc.) that you are eager to pursue as an undergraduate at Indiana University. If you encountered any unusual circumstances, challenges, or obstacles in pursuit of your education, you may share those experiences and how you overcame them. Please note that this essay may be used for scholarship consideration.
Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).