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Public, 4-Year
Indiana, PA

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$11,380

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

91.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

52.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$51,019

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Indiana, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $11,380, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 52.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing480 – 600
20025th–75th percentile800
Math460 – 570
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite17 – 24
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

91.2%

Transfer-Out Rate24.8%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$45,520

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$21,019

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$164,670

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$374,860

Long-term projected return on your education investment

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 University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus is $26,798.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
61.9%
38.1%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
75.2%
Black
10.4%
Hispanic
5.3%
Two or more
4.1%
Unknown
1.7%
Asian
1.3%
International
1.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.8%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$11,380

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$12,696
$30k - $48k$13,245
$48k - $75k$16,425
$75k+$20,800

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,798
Pell Grant Recipients35.8%
Using Federal Loans65.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment64.7%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* 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

71.0%

Success

52.3%

In-State Cost

$11,380

Age 25+ Students

9.0%

Carnegie Class

R2: Doctoral — High Research

Working at 6yr

4,518 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Indiana (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Indiana (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Indiana

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$627

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$741

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$859

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Indiana metropolitan area.