Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
85.99%
SAT Average
1,072
ACT Range
21-25
Indiana University-South Bend Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 85.99%. This means approximately 860 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,807 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
85.99%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,179 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $22,043 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $15,984 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $8,364 | State avg: $19,362. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 41.17% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 36.50% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Indiana University-South Bend Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$22,043
Room and board
$11,216
Books and supplies
$644
Other expenses
$2,536
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$15,984
Average net price
$8,364
Average aid coverage
48%
$7,620 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Indiana University-South Bend pays approximately $8,364 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Indiana average of $19,362 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Indiana University-South Bend?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Indiana and national averages.
Indiana University-South Bend net price
$8,364
Indiana average
$19,362
National average
$17,506
Indiana University-South Bend Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $22,043 and average net price at $8,364. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$22,043
Current net price
$8,364
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
35.74%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$44,947
Undergraduates
3,807
10-Year Median Earnings - Indiana University-South Bend vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Indiana University-South Bend graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Indiana University-South Bend?
Undergraduates
3,807
Completion rate
35.74%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
41.17%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
36.50%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 41.17% of Indiana University-South Bend students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 36.50% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Indiana University-South Bend
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Indiana University-South Bend's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Indiana University-South Bend lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Indiana University-South Bend is listed at 1700 Mishawaka Ave, South Bend, IN 46615-7111. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Indiana University-South Bend with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-South Bend | 85.99% | $22,043 | $8,364 | $44,947 |
| Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology | 72.81% | $56,674 | $40,665 | $101,253 |
| University of Notre Dame | 12.38% | $62,693 | $27,823 | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Indiana | 100.00% | $19,686 | $36,219 | $92,405 |
| Butler University | 85.87% | $45,980 | $38,472 | $77,235 |
Similar Schools in South Bend
This local cluster focuses on nearby South Bend schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around South Bend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indiana University-South Bend's acceptance rate?
Indiana University-South Bend's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 85.99%.
How much is Indiana University-South Bend tuition?
Indiana University-South Bend's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $22,043.
What is Indiana University-South Bend's average net price?
Indiana University-South Bend's average net price in the local dataset is $8,364.
What is Indiana University-South Bend's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $44,947 for Indiana University-South Bend.
Is Indiana University-South Bend accredited?
Indiana University-South Bend's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Indiana University-South Bend?
The local dataset lists 3,807 undergraduate students at Indiana University-South Bend.
What percentage of Indiana University-South Bend students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Indiana University-South Bend in the local dataset is 41.17%.
What is the federal loan rate at Indiana University-South Bend?
The federal loan rate for Indiana University-South Bend in the local dataset is 36.50%.
Where should I verify Indiana University-South Bend data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Indiana University-South Bend or the latest official federal education data.