Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

A new world awaits you at IUPUI, which offers the best of Indiana University and Purdue University on one campus. Prepare for a lifetime of success with highly respected faculty, top ranked degrees, and undergraduate research opportunities. Explore new places, new cultures, and new interests in Indianapolis, the vibrant capital city of the state of Indiana.

We can’t wait for you to start the journey of a lifetime at IUPUI - where campus and city connect.

Location

• Indianapolis (or “Indy,” as people here call it) is the 12th largest city in the U.S.- and the perfect place for your American experience.
• Shopping, restaurants, museums, and parks are walking distance from campus.
• Indy is home to the world’s largest children’s museum, the Heartland Film Festival, and Indy Jazz Fest.
• Cheer for IUPUI’s NCAA Division 1 teams or attend professional sporting events, like the NBA Pacers games, national soccer Indy Eleven matches (played on the IUPUI campus), and the Indianapolis 500 - the largest single-day sporting event in the world.
• A Commercial Center of 700+ Businesses
• International and Regional Corporate Headquarters include Dow Agro Sciences, Eli Lilly & Co., Rolls Royce, Allison, Transmission-Inc., Exact Target, Cummins Inc., and others.
• “Top 10 Best Cities to Start a New Career” TIME Magazine
• 4^th “America’s Most Affordable Cities"

Awards & Accolades

• Ranked in the top 10 of “Up-and-Coming” national universities and #110 in the list of top public national universities by U.S. News & World Report
• Named to the 2013 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest honor a university can receive for its commitment to volunteering, service learning, and civic engagement
• Listed on U.S. News and World Report’s list of “Programs to Look for” in First-Year Student Experience, Learning Communities, and Service Learning.
• 2^nd Most Popular Engineering School for International Students in the US by the U.S. News and World’s Report
• First Motorsports Engineering Bachelor’s degree program in the United States
• Home of the world’s first school of philanthropy, IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, launched in 2013
• Highlighted Accreditation: ABET,AACSB
  • Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredits over 3,100 applied science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology programs at more than 670 colleges and universities in 24 countries worldwide.
  • The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) Accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. Less than 5%of the world's 13,000 business programs have earned AACSB Accreditation. AACSB-accredited schools produce graduates that are highly skilled and desirable to employers.

Stats

• Average student/faculty ratio is 19:1
• Undergraduate Students 22,300
• Graduate Students 8,200
• International Students 1921
• # of Countries Represented 150+
• Degree Programs 225+ in 17 Schools

IUPUI is committed to offering its students the highest quality of education through its nationally ranked programs, exceptional faculty, small class sizes and distinctive range of bachelor's, master's, professional and PhD degrees in more than 225 undergraduate and graduate majors.

Visit the website to view the complete list of Schools & Divisions.

Honors College

The IUPUI Honors College creates a special multi-disciplinary experience for high achieving, creative students with exceptional academic preparation.

As an IUPUI Honors scholar you will be offered:

• Prestigious scholarship opportunities
• Smaller, dynamic, and more challenging classes
• Greater collaboration and interaction with faculty and your Honors academic advisor
• Two residential living-learning experiences in the Honors Community
• Study abroad and leadership development
• Honors notation on your final transcripts

RISE to the IUPUI Challenge  

RISE stands for Research, International, Service learning, and Experiential learning. The RISE initiative challenges you to include at least two of the four RISE experiences in your degree program

IUPUI has an academic culture of encouraging and supporting research at all levels, even undergraduate research can start as early as freshman year! IUPUI faculty and departments receive $300-$400 million in external grants and contracts annually. Learn more about Research Day, Centers and Institutes, and grant opportunities for IUPUI students.

Research activity of the highest quality is an integral part of IUPUI. Research development at the University serves to link the academic community on campus to essential information and resources, such as:

• Internal funding opportunities
• External funding sources
• Proposal development resources
• Conduct research with renowned faculty

Research at IUPUI is carried out in the many campus-wide school and departmental centers and institutes, all established as a result of innovative thinking by researchers at IUPUI.

Applying as an undergraduate student

• Completed IUPUI online application
• Official Academic Records, which should indicate a complete list of courses taken, credits awarded for each course, grades received and any diplomas or certificates earned.
• English Proficiency, if English is not the student’s native language.
• Statement of Purpose (optional or if requested)
• Immigration Documentation
• Financial Support Documentation

Applying as a graduate student

Application requirements vary by program.The following is a generic list of typical requirements for most programs:

• Completed online application
• Official academic records
• English proficiency verification - proficiency level must satisfy IUPUI's requirement for graduate students
• Test scores of the GRE or GMAT, as appropriate. All applicants to the School of Law JD Program must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT)
• Immigration Documentation (if applicable)
• Financial Support Documentation , if requesting student visa paperwork
• At least three letters of recommendation from major professors in the most recent degree program attended - this may include a letter from a past or current employer.

Applicants, both undergraduate and graduate, must pay the online application fee before the application can be processed.

Fees

Students can click on the following links for detailed information about costs and funding for degree programs at IUPUI:

• Estimated Expenses for Undergraduates

For Graduate Students:

• Estimated Expenses
• Financial Support Agreement

Scholarships

IUPUI offers many funding opportunities for international students.

• Competitive Scholarships through IUPUI Honors College: Ranging from $76,000 ($19,000 x 4 years) Up to $108,000 ($27,000 x 4 years)
• Merit First-Year Scholarships for beginning freshmen: from $28,000 ($7,000 x 4 years) up to $60,000 ($15,000 x 4 years)
• Merit Transfer Scholarships: Up to $ 10,000( $5,000 x 2 years)
• Other scholarship opportunities, like the IUPUI Housing Stipend and the Study Abroad Stipend, and major-specific scholarships for international students.

At IUPUI you can pursue a wide variety of “real-world” experiences to prepare you for your future employment.

The Office of Academic and Career Development at IUPUI helps students utilize the resources available to choose a major or a career that suits their professional goals. Students may also use the School-Specific Career Services to access resources provided by the different schools on campus for achieving career goals, obtaining experience through jobs, internships (and externships), and obtaining employment upon graduation.

For information regarding on-campus and part-time employment and experiential learning opportunities, applicants can visit the Office of Student Employment.

Academic schools and departments at IUPUI also provide various levels of career services. The IU Alumni Association, also provides career services to IUPUI, IU and Purdue alumni.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

IUPUI international graduating students have secured OPT employment in 28 states throughout the U.S., from Hawaii to New York at Fortune 500 and other top companies such as Intel, Apple, PayPal, Motorola, Bank of America, Mayo Clinic, eBay, Capital One, Microsoft  and Amazon.

IUPUI takes a very student-centered approach to designing and supporting initiatives that connect those on campus to the world and to the local community. The Office of Student Involvement facilitates student involvement through programs, leadership opportunities and experiences that enable practical application of classroom learning.

IUPUI is home to plenty of multicultural student organizations and even an International House, through the Office of Housing and Residence Life. The Culture Hour, organized by the International Club every week, gives students a unique opportunity to learn more about different countries meet students and faculty from those countries and even taste cuisine from different parts of the world.

Employers value graduates who have the ability to work in a diverse global setting. Involvement with multicultural student organizations is not only fun, but also highly educational and marketable.

International Peer Mentoring Program (IPMP)

IPMP is a team of IUPUI students that have volunteered their time to help new international students coming to IUPUI. The mentors are selected by the Office of International Affairs, and trained to assist new students in many areas such as:

• Answering pre-arrival questions
• Getting settled in Indianapolis
• Finding your way around IUPUI and Indianapolis
• Meeting people and getting involved on campus
• Understanding American culture
• Dealing with cultural adjustment
• Understanding the system of education

All of these topics are very important to new students. Getting help will make your transition to IUPUI much easier, and you will have the chance to make many new friends through this program.

Resources

Staying healthy while on campus is made convenient with students having access to resources such as:

• Health Services
• Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
• Intramural sports and recreational activities

Housing

One of the best ways to enhance the exciting and challenging experiences at University is to live on campus. Residential communities at IUPUI, such as International House, are committed to ensuring a comfortable stay for students during their tenure at University and provide academic and welfare support.

On-campus housing options include:

• Campus Apartments
• University Tower
• Ball Residence Hall

Other useful links:

• Residential Learning Communities
• Supplemental Housing
• Guest Apartments