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Indiana State University
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Annual Tuition
$9,992
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
91.5%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
42.5%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$48,387
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Indiana State University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Terre Haute, IN. With a competitive tuition profile of $9,992, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 42.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$39,968
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
2.2 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$18,387
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$143,902
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$327,772
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 43%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Indiana State University is $24,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
19
Burglary
5
Theft
5
Assault
1
Robbery
1
Rape
6
Arson
1
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$9,992
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
68.6%
Success
42.5%
In-State Cost
$9,992
Age 25+ Students
19.1%
Carnegie Class
Doctoral/Professional
Working at 6yr
4,364 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Terre Haute
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$741
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$766
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$964
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Terre Haute metropolitan area.