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About Indiana University-Southeast

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Indiana University-Southeast is a public university in New Albany, IN, known for its masters programs focus, small class sizes, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 85%, IU Southeast is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 606 students each year. IU Southeast is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1000–1190, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. IU Southeast offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $6,236 per year; the sticker price of $35,622 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Indiana University-Southeast acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

85%
Overall Accept Rate
1095
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1000 – 1190 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Indiana University-Southeast

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Application Strategy
IU Southeast has strong programs in business, nursing, and education, so if you are applying to one of those, name the specific program in your application materials and connect it to your concrete career goals rather than keeping your statement vague.
Demonstrated Interest
IU Southeast draws heavily from the Louisville metro and southern Indiana area, so if you live nearby, mention your local ties and how staying close to home fits your specific academic or personal goals.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Indiana University-Southeast actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$36k/yr$3.8k
30k-48k~$36k/yr$5.0k
48k-75k~$36k/yr$7.0k
75k-110k~$36k/yr$11.7k
110k+~$36k/yr$14.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

33%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$42k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3,024
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

80%White
6%Hispanic
6%Black / African American
5%Two or More Races
2%Asian
1%Unknown / Unreported
0%International
0%American Indian / AK Native
Gender38% Men · 62% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status100% Citizens and Immigrants · 0% International
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