Indiana University-South Bend
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families who need the lowest possible cost. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 3,933 students.
About This School
Indiana University-South Bend is a public institution located in South Bend, Indiana with approximately 3,933 undergraduate students enrolled. Indiana University-South Bend has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 84%. The average net price after financial aid is $8,653 per year. The graduation rate is 40%, and the typical graduate earns $38,100 within 10 years of enrollment.
Indiana University South Bend is a public university in South Bend, Indiana. It is the third largest and northernmost campus of Indiana University.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $8,364/year net price and a low median debt of $12,000, this is one of the most affordable college options you'll find, making it a reasonable choice for cost-conscious students in the South Bend area. However, the 36% graduation rate is a serious red flag — only about 1 in 3 students who start here actually finish, and the 67% freshman retention rate suggests many leave after year one. If you enroll, go in with a clear plan, strong support system, and a realistic look at why so many students don't make it to the finish line.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 21% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,933 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Indiana University-South Bend
1700 Mishawaka Ave
South Bend, IN 46615-7111
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- 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.
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