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Indiana University-East

Richmond, IN·Public·2,446 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families who need the lowest possible cost. freshman retention is below 65%. a public school with 2,446 students.

71%
Accept
2,446
Students
$9,082
Net Price
45%
Grad Rate
$34,800
Earnings
10 yr
$12,000
Debt

About This School

Indiana University-East is a public institution located in Richmond, Indiana with approximately 2,446 undergraduate students enrolled. Indiana University-East has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 71%. The average net price after financial aid is $9,082 per year. The graduation rate is 45%, and the typical graduate earns $34,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

Indiana University East is a public university in Richmond, Indiana, a regional campus of Indiana University that serves the eastern Indiana and western Ohio area. Established in 1971 by the Indiana University Board of Trustees, IU East enrolls over 4,000 students on its five-building, 174-acre campus and in online classes. IU East has 60 academic degree programs, offering bachelor's and master's degree programs as well as certificates.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $9,082/year net price and $12,000 median debt, this is one of the more affordable paths to an IU degree, which carries real name recognition across Indiana and beyond. However, the 45% graduation rate and 63% freshman retention rate suggest that many students who start here don't finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. This is a practical option for cost-conscious students in the Richmond area who need flexibility, but come in with a clear plan — students who drift tend to become part of that dropout statistic.

Founded
1971
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Psychology20%
Business & Marketing19%
Mathematics13%
Health Professions9%
Education5%
Communications5%
English4%
Biological Sciences3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Venus Williams

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1135
Reading 75th %ile610
Math 75th %ile610

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite22

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$8,179
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,043
Avg Net Price
$9,082
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants34%
Median debt at graduation$12,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
45%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
63%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$32,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.9x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White75%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino7%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,446 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Indiana University-East

2325 Chester Blvd

Richmond, IN 47374-1289

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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