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THEY SAY THE MORE THINGS change, the more they stay the same. While a strong college application will never go out of style, the COVID-19 pandemic influenced some adjustments to a process that was once centered around a high SAT/ACT score, a strong GPA, and a well-written essay. Although these changes offer prospective students more latitude and flexibility, experts say they’ve also led to a record number of applications at both private and public institutions. The competition is stronger than ever, and if applicants want to stand out, there are several things they need to know about the current admissions climate.
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One of the biggest changes to the college application process has been the introduction of testoptional policies at many institutions. While this has been a growing movement in recent years, the COVID pandemic and interrupted learning schedules accelerated it. According to FairTest, the National Center for Fair & Open Testing, more than 65 percent of four-year colleges in the United States are officially test optional. By removing the ACT/SAT submission requirements, they are promoting both academic excellence and equity among demographics, and several studies suggest that those who are admitted without exam scores perform as well as their peers who submitted
them. This is great news for students who do not test well or do not feel that their test scores are fair representations of the kind of college students they can be.
Lori A. Greene, vice president for enrollment management at Butler University, says test-optional policies have led to a dramatic increase in application pools, as well as large demographic shifts. In fact, some of the most selective schools in the nation have reported a jump of more than 30 percent in first-year application volume for the 2022 fall semester. Interestingly, the lack of test scores does not mean that the overall quality of candidates has declined.
“Many institutions use holistic admission, so they have always been looking at a number of factors in the review process; this didn’t change,” she says. “What also didn’t change
PHOTO COURTESY BUTLER UNIVERSITY This Butler University student concentrates on homework while listening to music.is the number of spots in the first-year class, so it wasn’t as if these schools were going to admit more candidates to build larger classes. When the most selective schools in the country don’t utilize waitlists, then the next few tiers of institutions don’t see much movement in their incoming classes. It certainly makes for a very competitive landscape.”
Of course, not every college-bound student is a junior or senior in high school and, for them, optional testing and a holistic approach to the application process opens the door to opportunities they may not have had otherwise. Western Governors University has a mission to change lives for the better by creating pathways to opportunity by admitting a wide variety of students.
“Our average student is 35, and most of our students come from one or more of four categories that are historically underrepresented in higher education: low income, BHIT (Black, Hispanic, indigenous, or two or more races),” says Alison Bell, Indiana chancellor and regional vice president for WGU. “Requirements for admission vary depending on the academic program (and) as long as an applicant has met those specific
prerequisites and has a high school diploma, they are admissible.”
Another reason for the uptick in applications? With a wide range of institutions available, prospective students are applying to more schools than ever before. Thanks to optional testing policies and portals like the Common App—which allows students to apply to several colleges at once—students average between five to seven applications during their search, including reach, target, and safety options, giving them a better chance for acceptance, explains Thanda Maceo, vice president for strategic enrollment management and marketing at Franklin College.
“Being a small, private liberal arts college, our admittance rates are holding steady in the low 90s, and it’s been trending like that for the past few years,” he says. “Our average student has a 3.4 or 3.5 GPA, is in the top 50 percent of their high school class, and has a desire to attend a small liberal arts college that offers both professional and pre-professional programs, as well as experiential learning opportunities so that they will have the skills they need to work in their desired industry.”
“Requirements for admission vary depending on the academic program (and) as long as an applicant has met those specific prerequisites and has a high school diploma, they are admissible.”
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Make no mistake, even omitting test scores and focusing on a desire to be more inclusive in their student populations, institutions are still looking for students who excel academically and take advantage of all their high schools have to offer in terms of rigor (e.g., Honors, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate programs), as well as unique course opportunities that align with a student’s possible major or other areas of interest. Schools also take into consideration a candidate’s work experience and commitment to diversity in the workplace that they hope to be part of one day.
“Butler seeks engaged candidates who aren’t content to sit on the sidelines, but also envision creating a college experience that may be individualized yet marked by opportunities with classmates and/or faculty to study abroad, to serve their community,
to conduct undergraduate research, to tackle an internship, and to lead student organizations,” Greene says. “Candidates who seek the big school environment (Big East Division I athletics, Butler Arts and Events Center performances, Greek life, residential campus) find the benefit of Butler’s ideal size (12-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, faculty advisers, Three + One degree program, mentorship opportunities) attractive.”
Jason Trainer, vice provost for enrollment management at Indiana State University, says his institution is looking for applicants who want an intimate, private-school education with public-school opportunities and tuition pricing. While it is important to take challenging courses in high school, the most predictive indicator of college success remains a student’s high school GPA.
“Do not worry about being a college student in high school,” Trainer advises. “Instead, focus on building a solid foundation in the core academic areas and exploring potential areas of interest. Additionally, paying particular attention to your performance and abilities in math and English is essential.”
The WGU Indiana website provides helpful information about enrollment (left) and transferring credits to the online school.“Do not worry about being a college student in high school, Instead, focus on building a solid foundation in the core academic areas and exploring potential areas of interest.”JASON TRAINER INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY
To stand out from the crowd in the admissions process, there are two things that can help tip the scales in your favor: the campus visit and a competitive application. The campus visit offers the applicant a chance to show demonstrated interest in a particular school while getting all of his or her questions answered and meeting with an academic adviser to make sure that the institution offers everything they may want in a particular program. These visits should begin in one’s freshman year to help narrow the field to a handful of schools that an applicant truly wants to attend. Remember, this is the school’s chance to show you why you should choose it—not the other way around.
“Students, parents, and/or guardians should think of the campus visit as the opportunity to have their questions answered, see the campus, and explore the area around the campus. Developing some questions ahead of time ensures that you walk away knowing if you can envision yourself going to school there,” Greene says.
Trainer says the campus visit gives you time to not only explore the campus, but also your area of interest.
“A significant factor of college success is finding the correct fit. Every university, department, and major is different. You don’t want to be surprised that the actual environment is different than what you imagined. Be positive, be curious, and be engaged.”
A student also needs to provide a competitive application that meets each school’s assigned deadline and includes all of the relevant information a school requires. Make sure to keep your teachers, coaches, and counselors in the loop about your college search so that they can gather transcripts and write appropriate recommendation letters. Remember: They have a lot of students to accommodate, so be considerate of their time.
Students should not wait until the last minute to complete the application and should take time to note any significant academic achievements, unique experiences, and personal anecdotes that may correspond with a school’s mission. This is not the time to be a shrinking violet, but to showcase who you are and what kind of contribution you can make to an institution as an incoming student. While there is no need to include a photo of you as a 3-year-old wearing a specific school’s sweatshirt (to signal a lifelong desire to attend), feel free to get creative with your application—provided it looks polished and professional.
“We want our students to shine and recently, students have been submitting portfolios, videos, and other unique packages that give us insight into who they are,” Maceo says. “These things can be impressive and can give us a glimpse into the student at an angle that you can’t discern from a written application. The goal is to sell the best you to the best college or university.”
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LIVING ON CAMPUS IS A RITE OF PASSage for many college students. They’re no longer at home, under their parents’ rules and boundaries, but they do face expectations and requirements in their new college homes. Campus residences can range from utilitarian, cinderblock-wall double rooms with hallway bathrooms to more spacious apartments or houses where residents can cook their own meals or host open-mic nights in their living rooms. But the unifying theme is community. Housing options are designed to plug students into their new collegiate lives.
“For us, it’s very much a philosophical thing,” says Shane Peters, associate vice president of student life at Earlham College. “We believe in the transformative power of living in the community together. We support the residential experience as being part of the backbone of the community.”
For that reason, almost every student at any college is expected to live on campus during the first year, unless they live very close to the school or have another extenuating factor—like being older than a traditional college student or being married. After the first year, housing mandates vary. Some schools, like Earlham, have a four-year residency requirement. Others, like Indiana University, allow students to live off-campus after the first year. Just like those double rooms from freshmen year, off-campus apartments may be part of the continuum of living in a college community.
“We see freshmen and sophomores liking the idea of staying on campus and being closer to their classes,” says Steve Bridges, vice president for finance and administration at the University of Southern Indiana. “By junior and senior year, they decide they want to spread their wings.”
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Friends at IUPUI gather to study together and chat in a residence room at North Hall.
What’s life like in a campus residence? The answer is the ubiquitous “it depends.” Incoming freshmen may be limited to specific buildings set aside for first-year students. Even then, a dorm at one school may seem utilitarian compared to dorm rooms at other universities. Some have linoleum floors and furnishings from the ’70s, while others have faux hardwoods and newer furniture that can be stacked or configured by the occupants. Some students wind up at their new addresses by sheer chance; other times, they can request particular buildings or roommates.
Valparaiso University places most of its first-year students in the double rooms that offer “high engagement and high-level supervision,” says dean of students Ryan Blevins.
Indiana University offers three different cost categories for students who can weigh
extra amenities against a higher price point, says Lukas Leftwich, executive director of residential programs and services. Standard housing units at IU are the typical double rooms with community bathrooms. Enhanced dorms may offer suites where students share facilities with only their suitemates.
“Students don’t necessarily want community bathrooms,” Leftwich says. “They may be very reticent about it.”
IUPUI in downtown Indianapolis may seem like a commuter campus, but it has a robust residential program for students who want to live close to their classrooms. Ball Hall, the newly renovated residence hall for first-year students, offers single, double, and triple rooms with shared bathrooms, says Mike Perry, director and associate dean of students at IUPUI. University Tower is also for first-year students, but it has triple rooms
PHOTOS BY ERIC RUDD ©2018 Move-in day at Indiana University’s Bloomington campus often entails a mix of tote bags, plastic bins, and welcome packages. TRUSTEESwith a private bathroom in each room. Two other facilities round out the school’s residential options.
“Students enjoy the convenience of being close to their classes and campus resources, which are even more accessible with our IUPUI shuttle routes,” Perry says. “On-campus living provides students with an opportunity to establish a sense of belonging with their peers and campus community.”
Living options tend to expand as students progress through their educational journeys. Peters calls Earlham’s residential program an “intentionally graduated living experience.” After a year or two in a traditional dormitory setting, students may opt for buildings with a suite-style setup, where four single rooms share a common space and bathroom. Earlham also owns a complex of apartments for students who are ready for a little more independence. Students may also live in one of about a dozen houses that share common themes, from a Quaker inspiration based on the school’s heritage to a musical focus or an LGBTQ house.
PHOTO COURTESY EARLHAM COLLEGEIt’s not unusual to find Starbucks and cute coffee shops on campus. Some cafeterias may offer themed menus or include sushi or gluten-free options. While many dorms have small kitchens for late-night brownie fixes and an occasional meal, most on-campus students prefer food that’s ready when they’re hungry.
“I think one of the things we hear from parents is, ‘Wow, this isn’t the cafeteria food we remember,’” Bridges says.
Schools try to meet various tastes by offering different meal plans designed for picky eaters as well as unlimited appetites. Plans are required for all residential students at Valparaiso, Blevins says. Freshmen usually start with the most abundant option of three meals a day. As they become familiar with their eating habits after the first semester, they may downgrade to fewer meals each week.
COVID forced IU’s cafeterias to offer more to-go choices during the height of the pandemic, and these options have been popular among students, Leftwich says. Today’s economy also affected the school’s ability to hire enough employees to staff the cafeterias. Instead, the university is looking at new technologies, like robotic pizza and delivery robots that could be used in the near future.
“You’re seeing significant innovation to be able to accommodate the instant gratification and customization that students want,” Leftwich says.
“I think one of the things we hear from isn’t the cafeteria food we remember.’”
STEVE BRIDGES UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN INDIANAOccupants of French House at Earlham College enjoy a communal pizza dinner.
Older dormitory rooms may have a phone outlet, but those are rarely used by today’s tech-savvy students. Instead, residential facilities have been outfitted with streaming services and large-screen televisions and other media options in community spaces. IUPUI and other schools have onsite fitness equipment for students who are dedicated to healthy living.
When Valparaiso leaders focused on renovating Beacon Hall in 2014, they intentionally added more common areas with open space and natural light. Even the laundry rooms have loveseats and couches where students can relax or study. On the other hand, they also carved out small spaces, like little nooks where students can have some quiet time.
School leaders recognize that students don’t necessarily have to leave their residences like they used to. Dorm rooms are more than just a place to lay your head at the end of a school day.
“You almost have a classroom in your room,” Bridges says. “You’re not going to the library and using the card catalog. You have technology at your fingertips.”
Living in campus housing isn’t for everyone. At some large schools, like Indiana University, there are simply not enough dormitory rooms to accommodate every student. Other colleges may lift the residency requirement after the first couple of years. As a result, students find themselves in the market for a rented apartment or house in nearby neighborhoods.
Some college towns, like IU’s Bloomington, are built around the university and have ample off-campus housing choices. Other cities, like Valparaiso, have shifted away from the college rental market in the past few years to accommodate more full-time residents who work in the Chicago area, Blevins says. A tight economy after a pandemic shutdown means the off-campus rental prices may be higher.
“We’ve noticed with inflation that the price points are becoming more of a challenge for students,” Blevins says. “They need to start searching for housing during the spring semester of their junior year. A lot of times, they start in the fall semester of their junior year. Fortunately, we always have housing available on campus.”
But students still like to move off-campus as they move closer to graduation. Off-campus living allows them to handle their own meals and live without restrictions associated with on-campus living. It gives them a taste of what it’s like to pay their rent on time, and it helps them understand that Dad wasn’t kidding when he said all those extra lights translated into higher electricity bills.
University residences allow Valparaiso students to live within easy walking distance of their classes.As a rule, most students cannot bring Fido or Fluffy with them when they move into a college dorm. But the advent of emotional support animals means some students will have furry friends (or hairless amphibians) living with them.
“Students who want to have an emotional support animal have to go through a process that begins in the disability resource department,” says Amy Price, director of housing and residential life at the University of Southern Indiana. “If approved, we’ll work with them.”
Emotional support animals can’t roam the hallways randomly, Peters says, and students are expected to take responsible care of them. If there’s a problem—say a roommate is allergic to the emotional service cat—the animal’s owner will be expected to move or make new accommodations.
Done right, though, the move to accommodate emotional support animals has been seamless at IU.
“It’s rarely an invasive thing to our communities,” Leftwich says. “It helps people feel that they have the support they need. Sometimes they hit highs and lows. Young people, when they’re developing, need every tool they can use to meet the challenges as they become the people they’re supposed to be.”
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Colleges and universities are expanding opportunities for students and employers, while focusing on critical thinking and communication skills.
TTHERE IS NO DOUBT THE EVENTS of recent years have affected the world—and, in turn, higher education and the workforce—when it comes to problem-solving in areas such as technology, communications, healthcare, and logistics. To keep up with these changes, colleges and universities in Indiana have continued to evolve by updating curriculum to meet these demands.
Schools are also focused on training students to not only gain knowledge and skills in areas where there are needs, but also to think critically and be effective communicators.
When speaking with prospective employers of students entering a new engineering school starting this fall, Marian University executive vice president and provost Alan J. Silva says, “One of the things they kept telling us is, ‘Make sure you focus on the liberal arts education part of it. We need them to be critical thinkers, we need them to be able to write well, to communicate well.’”
Brian Engelhart, vice president of marketing and communication for Indiana Tech, agrees. “These are things we hear from employers all the time that they want college graduates to be able to do,” he says.
We spoke with five local universities to see what has changed in their programming and how they are continuing to help students, their communities, and Indiana employers.
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The University of Evansville’s Center for Innovation & Change hosts interactive problem-solving discussions.
Manchester University, a school of about 1,400 students in Northern Indiana, has made advances in various areas to maintain its record post-graduate school and job placement for alumni.
For instance, the university has offered a Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics since 2016, which connects the sciences of pharmacy and genetics to better understand how certain medications will or will not work based on patients’ genetics. This field helps save time and money by eliminating some of the traditional steps of trial and error.
Manchester will soon launch an online Master of Science in Nutrition and Nutrigenomics, combining nutrition and genetics to prepare students for careers in dietetics.
“This is a cutting-edge area because more and more people want to know how to individualize their food to excel in things like sports. They’re getting down to personal genes for foods that work best for you or don’t work best for you,” says Anne Gregory, the school’s assistant director of strategic communications.
Additionally, Manchester is offering a pharmacy distance pathway program to expand its reach in the fall.
“Like every school during COVID, we found we could do more online,” Gregory says. “Asynchronous online learning is especially beneficial for students juggling jobs and other responsibilities, and a lot of pharmacy students are doing that.”
Labs and clinical experiences would still be on campus, but much of the learning that can be done online will be available in that format.
Students also have been participating in esports as an extracurricular activity at the school, says director of marketing Dan Chudzynski. What’s more important than connecting with classmates and others by playing esports? Some players start working in the field after graduating. It has been so successful, the school is launching a minor in e-sports management in the business college.
Manchester University offers hands-on, practical training in areas such as nursing (left) and athletic training.
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hat we’re seeing in the job market is an element of technology in pretty much every career our students pursue,” says Brian Engelhart, vice president of marketing and communication for Indiana Tech.
In addition to its College of Engineering, the comprehensive four-year university has a College of Arts and Sciences and a College of Business. Indiana Tech also recently revamped its educational core curriculum around three main pillars: how to communicate, how to analyze, and how to lead.
“This helps a student studying to become an electrical engineer to know not only how to be an electrical engineer, but how to communicate effectively in the workplace. It could be true of a psychology major or a sports management major,” Engelhart says.
As for specific new programs, he says, the Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering will start in the fall as an undergrad program on the main campus in Fort
Wayne. Eventually, Indiana Tech will expand this into other engineering programs and open it to other learners online. They’ll combine online programs and lab kits, as well as immersive weekend programs.
Indiana Tech is also adding more online courses to reach a wider range of students, including network engineering and network management to be launched in the coming school year. Beyond traditional curriculum, the school is offering more degree and non-degree certificate programs at the undergraduate and graduate level.
One of the certificates now available is the Leveraging Engagement and Action in Diversity, or LEAD, executive certificate. Engelhart says this program helps organizations already looking to improve diversity to better understand the benefits of diversity and inclusion from a business point of view.
Indiana Tech is also in the midst of a $22 million expansion of the engineering center on campus, which will double the facility in size. It will include the second 3-D metal printer in the state of Indiana.
PHOTO COURTESY The Snyder Academic Center at Indiana Tech houses the McMillen Library, classrooms, and biology and computer labs.Marian University is launching the E.S. Witchger School of Engineering this fall at its Indianapolis campus with five new programs: chemical, civil, mechanical, biomedical, and computer engineering. As of late June, Marian had already met its enrollment target for the first cohorts for these programs. By fall 2023, there will be a new $38 million engineering building with state-of-the-art facilities for students and faculty to access cutting-edge equipment.
In addition to the new engineering school, Marian offers a relatively new social work program; degrees in mental health counseling and school counseling to help fulfill the evergrowing need for additional mental health practitioners and school-based counseling; a growing business school, including a new logistics and supply-chain management major; and a new master’s degree in leadership practice in the Klipsch Educator’s College.
To meet the local and even national shortage of nurses, the Leighton School of Nursing not only offers Ph.D.-level programs, but also includes courses at Marian University Ancilla
College, as the first bachelor’s degree program to be offered at the Northern Indiana campus. Marian is also working on an accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Indianapolis, as well as Nashville, Tennessee, and Oklahoma City. The clinical sites are located in those cities, while the coursework is online.
“We have a good relationship in Nashville and Oklahoma City, and we’re continuing to look at expanding second-degree nursing sites,” says Marian’s executive vice president and provost Alan J. Silva.
These new programs are part of the school’s strategic plan through 2030.
“We have three priorities: Access and Success, which includes access to quality higher education. Excellence in STEM— which has been such a major force for Marian—sciences and engineering, and healthcare as well,” Silva explains.
“A third priority, Faith in Action,” he says, is about “helping students understand or think more about or explore their own faith tradition. A student doesn’t have to be Catholic here, but every undergrad student takes theology and philosophy to learn about ethics, values, and character formation.”
Marian University presents programs like a summer healthcare camp that gives high school students exposure to the medical field.
Known for its engineering programs, educators at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute have found communication to be a critical factor in teaching students how to be successful in their post-graduate endeavors.
RHIT vice president for enrollment management Tom Bear says industry leaders have shared a need to have employees who can translate information between the customer and the engineer, because “sometimes we don’t speak the same language.”
One example is a rehabilitation center with a client who has mobility issues or a need for transportation. The liaison can see what the client’s needs are, work with the team that will build the prototype, and make sure that particular design will meet the actual needs—not just what the engineers think the client needs.
“We’ve built design studios to allow for conception, implementation, testing, and delivery,” Bear says. “Students wanted to talk about the clients’ needs and wanted to use their creativity. They don’t want to be just an engineer, but also a problem solver.”
Another recent innovation is the R², or Rose Squared, program. Bear says many students already had multiple college credits—about 26 credit hours on average—before they enrolled at the school. For those enrollees, there is now an option to earn a bachelor’s and then continue on for a master’s degree in four years. The costs would also be the same as an undergraduate degree for all four years.
Students who choose this format will still have time to be involved in various extracurricular activities, just like their undergraduate counterparts. “It doesn’t prohibit students from pursuing their other passions,” Bear says.
To keep up with the needs of students, Rose-Hulman has also made significant investments in its physical spaces, including a new academic building to include chemistry, biology, earth science, food processing, and various design studios and innovation spaces to build cars and rockets. In other words, students will continue to have access to relevant equipment they would also find in their respective industries or grad schools.
Innovation is encouraged at Rose-Hulman in both classroom settings and in group projects like building a humanpowered vehicle (left).
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As a private institution in southwest Indiana, the University of Evansville focuses “on changemaking and positive change, not just in the local community but throughout the world,” says university relations coordinator Julie Bryant. “One way we do that is to incorporate changemaking into our curriculum and by offering classes that focus on that.”
For instance, the school’s Center for Innovation & Change offers classes known as “changelabs,” where students working individually or in teams led by professors as their coaches can identify a problem and work on a solution using resources available to them.
One recent project, the Toyota Trinity Stormwater Park, started as an idea of a University of Evansville student, Robert Lopez, when he was still in high school. He has worked with the center on various innovations for an educational park that will divert stormwater runoff, while also serving as a greenspace for the community.
The school will also offer new programs in the coming months. A Master of Science in Innovative Leadership in Heritage Management, a 36-hour program that gives students an opportunity to take core classes in leadership, plus specialty classes from one of four tracks: environmental studies, leadership, business, and heritage. This program will require students to spend a few weeks at the school’s sister campus at Harlaxton College in England.
“This will be mostly online, but will offer a blend of in-person and study abroad, and could be completed in 12 months,” Bryant explains.
Another new program is a Doctor of Clinical Psychology that will start soon. Bryant notes the need for more mental health professionals throughout the country, but that there is hope that many of the students will choose to stay and practice in the Evansville area.
“Down the road, we look to partner with a local organization to start offering a clinic for local residents for students (while supervised) to offer their services to the community,” she says.
Left to right: Dr. Jill Griffin, vice president for enrollment and marketing; Robert Lopez, student; Christopher M. Pietruszkiewicz, president of UE; Erin Lewis, executive director for the Center for Innovation & Change; and Brooksie Smith, associate director for the Center for Innovation & Change. PHOTO COURTESY The Toyota Trinity Stormwater park was a project of University of Evansville’s Center for Innovation & Change.
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Take your first steps on campus, and become a part of a legacy more than 200 years in the making. This is where you’ll explore your passions, find lifechanging opportunities, and create memories that will last forever.
IU students choose from more than 330 majors — many of which rank among the world’s best. Work hand-in-hand with experienced professors who care, gain real-world experience with internships and study abroad opportunities, and discover a career path that means something to you.
An IU degree is more than what you study. It’s discoveries made working alongside leading researchers in your field. It’s volunteering with an organization that shares your commitment to service. It’s living-learning communities, leadership programs, and connections to employers who know the value an IU graduate brings.
IU is a window to the world. Learn one of more than 80 languages from Arabic to Zulu — more than any other university in the United States. Share experiences from around the globe at CultureFest, or join one of 175 international and multicultural student organizations.
Whatever you’re into, you’ll find it at IU. More than 750 student organizations are here for you to make friends, explore your interests, and begin building your network. Options include student government, campus media outlets, volunteer programs, and comedy groups.
IU’s storied history continues with you. Participate in favorite events including Homecoming, Hoosier basketball at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, the Little 500 bike races, and First Thursdays art festivals. The Hoosier spirit doesn’t stop at graduation. With 750,000 IU alumni around the world, you’ll have a family for life.
An Indiana University degree is more than a line on a resume. It’s a statement. It’s a declaration that you have the knowledge, skills, and passion to do anything—and to thrive everywhere.
Indiana University. Purdue University. Indianapolis.
Two of Indiana’s most prestigious universities come together to offer an exceptional educational experience in a vibrant city. IUPUI is Indiana’s premier urban research institution, and a leader among national universities in sustainability. This is where world-class education meets real-world experience, where leading researchers make groundbreaking discoveries, and where students follow where their passions and interests lead.
27,690 students call IUPUI home and take advantage of education and career opportunities in downtown Indianapolis. Our location offers students unparalleled access to Fortune 500 companies, major healthcare systems, service organizations, and government offices in downtown Indianapolis.
IUPUI students choose from more than 550 affordable Indiana University and Purdue University degrees spanning 17 schools. Choose from nationallyrecognized programs in health, business, science, philanthropy, engineering, and much more.
Whether you choose IU or Purdue, you’ll graduate with a powerful degree that employers recognize and the support of not just the IUPUI alumni network, but hundreds of thousands of Hoosier or Boilermaker alumni across the globe. You’ll also have access to hundreds of scholarships and be prepared for a lifetime of success, not a lifetime of debt.
You’ll be excited to call IUPUI’s 369-acre campus home. This is where you’ll make your closest friends in your residence hall, create lifelong memories at the Campus Center, and participate in any of more than 550 student organizations.
Roar with the crowd and cheer for seven men’s and nine women’s NCAA Division I sports teams or get in the game yourself through intramural and club sports. IUPUI students also have access to on-campus fitness options, including Jaguar Campus Recreation facility, the Natatorium, and the National Institute for Fitness and Sport.
Jaguars create miracles when they work together. Every year, students come together as a community to participate in exciting campus-wide events. Whether you’re racing on the Indianapolis Canal at Regatta or dancing through the night for Riley Hospital for Children at Jagathon, being a Jaguar is more than just an education—it’s a way of life.
Indianapolis offers new and exciting opportunities for IUPUI students. Find internships that will jumpstart your career and connect with employers looking for talented IUPUI graduates in business, technology, healthcare, and more. Enjoy everything else our city has to offer, from huge conventions and local festivals to professional sports teams and museums located within walking distance of campus.
At IUPUI, you’ll find your future. Take the next step toward success and apply today.
YEAR FOUNDED: 1969 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 27,690 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 17:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 230+ // MASTER’S, DOCTORAL, AND PROFESSIONAL DEGREES OFFERED: 310+ // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Health, Business, Science, Engineering and Technology, Education, Law, Public And Environmental Affairs // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: Located in downtown Indianapolis // IN-STATE TUITION: $10,144 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $32,582 // STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 85.6% // TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Ranked #2 nationally and #28 globally in sustainability (Times Higher Education), #21 in service learning (U.S. News & World Report), ten-time winner of the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award (Insight into Diversity)
Students at Manchester University start their journey of self-discovery, learning all about their chosen area of study – but they also learn to harness the core skills that will help them succeed in any career they choose. The world is ever-changing, and knowing how to adapt is one of the qualities of next generation’s leaders.
The Manchester experience is active and immersive, encouraging students to discover their passions and preparing them to become the kind of well-rounded graduates who stand out to potential employers.
At Manchester, a classroom might be in a river performing environmental research, in New York singing on the stage of Carnegie Hall, or on a football field interning as an athletic trainer for a professional team. Students learn by doing firsthand with support from expert faculty who inspire and challenge them to acquire a deeper understanding of themselves and the world.
Manchester offers rich study abroad opportunities. Studying abroad for a semester or year or traveling with a group during January session instills an understanding of how we fit into the world. It can be a life-changing experience.
Shared experiences help to shape our lives, and Manchester is a safe and accepting community of 1,400 students who find common interests and form lifelong relationships. Professors get to know their students and teach them the power of discussing ideas respectfully and the value of contributing to their communities.
With more than 60 clubs and organizations, such as ESports, marching band, College of Business Club or Black Student Union, students explore their interests, develop leadership skills, gain resumé-worthy experience and have lots of fun!
Student-athletes can take their love for athletics to the next level and participate in one or more of our 20 sports. Some of life’s most valuable lessons can be learned on the court and the field, yet NCAA Division III competition is fierce, and our Spartan athletes are in it to win it.
Manchester University does everything possible to make sure a quality education is accessible. That’s why we invest in students with generous financial award packages. On average, a student receives $21,813 in scholarships and grants –that’s gift money that never has to be paid back!
Also, to give students and families a predictable total cost and make it easier to budget, we’ve locked tuition rates. Annual tuition will be locked in from the first day, throughout the next four years.
Our statistics speak for themselves. Over 95 percent of graduates in the last five years were employed, in further studies or in full-time voluntary service within six months of graduation. Employers see Manchester graduates as problem-solvers and innovative thinkers, and they come to career fairs on campus to recruit them.
We encourage you to visit, too. It’s the best way to find out if our beautiful campus feels like a home away from home. And students who visit during their senior year earn an additional $2000 toward their tuition to be applied over the next four years!
YEAR FOUNDED: 1889 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,400
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Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is perennially among the nation’s best undergraduate engineering colleges, being ranked No. 1 by U.S. News & World Report for the past 23 consecutive years. Our students earn degrees in engineering, science and mathematics, opening doors to the best graduate schools and successful, fulfilling careers. We are proud of our alumni – who are some of the top achievers in their fields – and welcome them back to campus each year for Homecoming to celebrate generations-old traditions and affirm our commitment to the current generation of Rose-Hulman students.
Our scenic campus sits amongst rolling hills on the east side of Terre Haute, Indiana, off U.S. 40. It features a new academic building opened in 2021 and is home to the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, state-of-the-art chemistry labs, a food lab, design studios, flexible classrooms, collaborative workspaces and faculty innovation space. Our combined Kremer and Branam innovation centers provide a hub for creative student activity and hands-on learning experiences, and our beautiful White Chapel, overlooking Speed Lake, is a perfect campus centerpiece.
We compete in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference in men’s and women’s varsity sports. Our teams feature excellent student athletes, who have included at least one Academic All-American for 35 consecutive years. We offer more than 90 student clubs and organizations, intramural activities and 20 varsity sports. About one-third of students are in fraternities or sororities.
We welcome students from all 50 states and multiple countries to our beautiful campus each year. Visits can be scheduled at www.rose-hulman.edu.
How do you end up at SpaceX working on the landing system that puts humans back on the moon? It might start at Rose-Hulman. That’s where it started for Justin Smith, ‘03. His junior year, he discovered the aerospace concentration in the mechanical engineering program, decided that was for him, and never looked back. Now, he is part of SpaceX’s Artemis collaboration with NASA to take humans back to the moon’s surface.
We are Dreamers, Leaders and Trail-Blazers. TOGETHER, WE ARE ROSE-HULMAN
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If you’ve heard of Valparaiso University, you’re probably on a first-name basis with us. Valpo. Since we first opened our doors in 1859, there’s been a special sense of familiarity here.
It’s that feeling of belonging, no matter who you are.
No matter what you want to become.
Valpo is where all the wide-ranging things that define you come together. And we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.
As an independent Lutheran school with a comprehensive liberal arts curriculum and
doctoral/professional program, Valpo has a reputation for incredible academics. If you look at the numbers, you’ll see it: We have a 97% graduate placement rate. If you look at our heart, you’ll feel it: There’s a bright, energetic spirit here that inspires students to make a difference in this world.
The Valpo campus is designed to offer both a personal and inclusive experience. Across Valpo’s 350 acres, you’ll discover state-of-the-art facilities and tools, including science laboratories, Doppler radar equipment, art and digital media studios, and our James S. Markiewicz Solar Energy Research Facility, which houses the only solar furnace at an undergraduate research facility in the United States.
We continually develop new programs to stay on the cusp of innovation and shape tomorrow’s leaders, including bioengineering, data science, environmental engineering, integrated business and engineering, mechatronics, music therapy, physician assistant studies, and supply chain and logistics management.
Expect the learning to extend far beyond campus, with experiential programs that empower you to make real change, like internships at NASA, undergraduate research projects on campus, or even service projects that bring health care and clean water to communities around the world.
Furthering the Valpo bond is our tradition of scholarship, freedom, and faith. Valpo is a Lutheran university where students come from around the world, representing a variety of religious and cultural backgrounds. Thoughtful dialogue flows and it’s normal to feel an instant connection with someone you just met.
Take advantage of numerous opportunities to expand leadership skills through Study Abroad programs, sorority and fraternity life, NCAA Division I Athletics, thriving arts programs, and more than 100 student clubs and organizations.
Valpo is nationally recognized for the quality of its academic programs. Yet it’s not just about Valpo being recognized for its standout academics. It’s also about our students being recognized for their achievements. Our faculty members thrive on connecting you with opportunities. They’ll empower you to “run with it” — because they know you can.
Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana, provides transformative learning experiences that inspire students to become catalysts for good in a changing world. Earlham’s Quaker tradition and global community inform a campus culture that is uncommonly welcoming, respectful, and committed to peace and social justice. As a result, Earlham students are intellectually curious, globally minded and driven to create positive change in the world.
Earlham’s signature academic and co-curricular program, the Epic Journey, is designed to help students connect their academic and personal passions with their professional and life goals. The Epic Journey pairs holistic advising and immersive first-year experiences with career-discerning research opportunities, international education and internships. Intentional co-curricular experiences help students develop as leaders and global citizens, while interdisciplinary academic centers help students focus their interests in entrepreneurship, global health and social justice.
Among its distinctions, Earlham is committed to funding an internship, research experience or community-based project for every student. These powerful experiences take place across the United States and the world. Called the Epic Advantage, this offer is rare in American higher education and provides students with an opportunity to build their resumes without worrying about finances.
As part of our ongoing efforts to widen the path to a four-year college education, Earlham commits to covering the tuition balance for students whose families are Pell and State of Indiana grant-eligible and earn up to $60,000 per year through the INspire Earlham Program. All admitted Indiana students receive a Heartland Scholarship of $2,000 a year, up to four years, for a total of $8,000.
YEAR FOUNDED: 1847 //
CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 915 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 9:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 40 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 2 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Biochemistry, Biology, Pre-Health, Business, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Sustainability, Social Justice DISTANCE FROM INDIANAPOLIS: 71 miles // IN-STATE TUITION/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $49,218 // STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 95% // PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Great Lakes Colleges Association, Friends Association of Higher Education, Heartland Collegiate Athletics Conference // TOP THREE AWARDS/ RECOGNITIONS: One of 40 “Colleges That Change Lives”; A “Best Classroom Experience” according to The Princeton Review; A “Best Value College” according to The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Earlham School of Religion
Franklin College is a liberal arts college in the Indianapolis metropolitan area, about 20 miles south of Indianapolis. Our small class size allows students to thrive through personal interactions and individual mentorship. In addition, our liberal arts curriculum offers transformative opportunities that translate into empowered perspectives and real-world jobs. Our faculty and staff challenge students to stretch beyond easy answers and become leaders in their fields. We are self-motivated, lifelong learners who relentlessly pursue the best in ourselves and in our community.
Whether they create an individualized major or choose one from our 50+ Bachelor of Arts degrees, students gain more than just a well-rounded perspective; they graduate equipped with a holistic worldview, leadership experience and a focused skill-set translating into real-world jobs. Each Franklin student can easily participate in leadership, undergraduate research, professional development and study abroad opportunities. And, 100 percent of students participate in an internship with companies including Eli Lilly and Company, Cummins and Dow Chemical Company.
Graduates who seek advanced learning may work toward a Master of Science in Athletic Training or a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.
More than 50 percent of Franklin College students participate in our 21 varsity athletic programs. The college is a member of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference and a Division III contender in the NCAA.
Students who are ready to take the next step in their journey and eager to lead the way to the future will feel at home at Franklin College.
TUITION/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $35,636
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Located just 99 miles from downtown Indianapolis, Hanover College is a premier, nationally recognized liberal arts institution with core strengths in the natural and life sciences, education and business.
Founded in 1827, Hanover is Indiana’s oldest private, four-year college and sits on a beautiful 650-acre campus overlooking the Ohio River. Hanover is a distinctive intellectual, challenging and supportive community whose members value transformative learning, meaningful service and lifelong inquiry. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning and nurtured to develop their unique individual abilities.
Undergraduate degrees, including Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science, are available in more than 30 areas. The College also offers a hybrid two-year Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
Every Hanover student receives some form of financial aid. The “Price Promise” and “Pell Promise” work with a “Four-year Guarantee” to provide students with financial predictability and help make the costs more manageable. Through the “Price Promise,” new first-year students have their tuition locked for four consecutive academic years. The “Pell Promise” provides a bridge between the Pell Grant amount and full-tuition cost for Pell-eligible students. The “Four-year Guarantee” assures that students will graduate in four years (eight semesters) or the College will waive tuition for a fifth year.
Hanover’s Levett Career Center offers support for all students and alumni, including internships, mentoring, interview preparation and career counseling. More than 99 percent of the College’s graduates gain fulltime employment or enroll in graduate/ professional school within seven months of graduation.
Indiana Tech is a comprehensive university that educates students beyond its home base in Fort Wayne with regional locations throughout Indiana and Kentucky, as well as online programs that meet the needs of students worldwide. The university offers degree and certificate programs that help working adults advance their careers. Indiana Tech offers degrees at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s and Ph.D. levels, as well as professional certificate programs. Each is aligned with an in-demand career, including project management, engineering, business, cybersecurity, accounting, information technology, computer science, global health leadership, health information technology, supply chain management, and more. The university’s programs are fully accredited through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), and many programs hold disciplinespecific accreditations. Beyond quality degree programs, busy working adults find Indiana Tech an ideal fit due to class schedules that allow them to take one class at a time and still make rapid progress towards their degree. Classes start every six weeks, allowing students to begin their education at any time of year. Indiana Tech also works with employers to provide education and training to their team members, helping companies attract and retain top talent. Indiana Tech can even develop custom programs for corporate partners, as well as offer on-site courses at partner locations. Learn more about Indiana Tech by contacting the Indianapolis admissions team, 317.466.2121, or visiting online.indianatech.edu.
YEAR FOUNDED: 1930 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 1,500 undergraduates on the main campus, 6,500 online undergraduate and graduate // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 16:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 50 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 8 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 1 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Criminal Justice, Business, Communication, Information Technology, Life Sciences, Health Care Administration, Psychology, and Human Resources // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 118 miles // IN-STATE/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $399 per credit hour undergrad/$525 per credit hour graduate // STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 90% // TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Indiana Tech is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, while some of our programs have earned program-specific accreditation/recognition from ABET, IACBE, CAHIIM, SHRM and the Project Management Institute; Ranked #6 in Indiana for return-on-investment by PayScale.com; Recognized as a Top 10-Gold Level Military Friendly School
Founded in 1937, Marian University is the only Catholic university in Indianapolis and central Indiana. In 2021, Marian is serving more than 5,600 students with nearly 4,200 undergraduate and 1,400 graduate students earning degrees in the arts, business, education, engineering, math, medicine, nursing, ministry, and the natural and physical sciences. The university’s high-impact, experiential curriculum is designed to provide hands-on, collaborative learning opportunities. Marian climbed in U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 Midwestern rankings to be named #2 Most Innovative Regional University and #27 Best Regional University. Marian University opened its College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2013, making it the first new school of medicine in the state of Indiana in 110 years. Marian’s national champion varsity athletic programs include the 2012 and 2015 NAIA Football Championship, the 2016 and 2017 NAIA Women’s Basketball Championship, the 2019 NAIA Women’s Volleyball Championship, and nearly 50 USA Cycling national championships. Located just ten minutes from downtown Indianapolis, Marian’s friendly and welcoming campus offers the best of both worlds with easy access to downtown and Broad Ripple, including beautiful views of the city skyline, and a heavily wooded campus, including a 75-acre nature preserve with walking trails.
YEAR FOUNDED: 1937 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 5,600 // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 13:1 // UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 41 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 6 // DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 4 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: As a Catholic institution, Marian University is dedicated to providing students with excellent teaching and learning in the Franciscan and liberal arts tradition. // DISTANCE FROM INDIANAPOLIS: 4 miles // IN-STATE TUITION/OUT-OFSTATE TUITION: $36,000 plus room and board // STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 99% of full-time enrolled freshmen // TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 Midwestern rankings to be named #2 Most Innovative Regional University; U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 Midwestern rankings to be named #27 Best Regional University; Byrum School of Business ranked top 10 best Catholic Undergraduate Schools by Poets and Quants // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/
The University of Evansville is a private comprehensive university with a mission to empower each student to think critically, act bravely, serve responsibly, and live meaningfully in a changing world
UE is ranked as a top Midwest university by U.S. News & World Report with approximately 2,100 students from 46 states and 48 countries. Areas of study are offered in the William L. Ridgway College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business and Engineering, and the College of Education and Health Sciences. The University also offers six master’s degree programs (athletic training, engineering, health services administration, leadership, physician assistant science, and public health) and two doctorate programs (nurse anesthesia and physical therapy).
UE also ranks as one of the top master’s degree granting institutions for the percentage of undergraduate students who study abroad. UE operates our own study abroad programs at Harlaxton College in Grantham, England.
At UE, there’s a difference between an idea and an idea made real. It begins with the choice to step in. A decision to stand out. A determination to reimagine everything. And every day, we strive to be a little more fearless than the day before. Because at UE, we shape powerful and enduring change.
YEAR FOUNDED: 1854
CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 2,078
STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 10:1
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: Over 70 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 6
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, Education, Health Sciences
DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 2
DISTANCE FROM INDIANAPOLIS: 170 miles
IN-STATE TUITION/OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $38,600 // STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 99% // PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: HLC, Indiana State Board of Nursing, Indiana Department of Education, CAATE, CAPTE, ABET, National Association of Schools of Music Commission on Accreditation, Assoc. to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business // TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: Recognized as the #4 Best College in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report ’s 2022 rankings; recognized as one of America’s Top Colleges by Forbes; #1 study abroad program in America by BestCollegeReviews.org // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Harlaxton College (Grantham, England)
The University of Southern Indiana is a public higher education institution committed to affordable academic excellence. As a Screaming Eagle, you’ll engage with dedicated faculty, learn innovative ways to solve real-world challenges and develop priceless relationships and memories that will shape you personally and professionally.
We serve over 9,750 dual credit, undergraduate and graduate students from 90 Indiana counties, 45 states and 45 countries. Located on a vibrant, 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, Indiana, we offer more than 130 areas of study. We create a network of support to help our students flourish. We seek to practice bold hospitality and inclusion for all, and we model a culture of care that inspires our students.
Outside of the classroom, more than 150 student organizations will connect you to lifelong friends and mentors. As an emerging member of NCAA Division I athletics and the Ohio Valley Conference for the 2022-23 academic year, USI offers 19 varsity sports, including newly added swimming and diving. You can attend basketball and volleyball games in the 4,800-seat Screaming Eagles Arena to cheer on our student-athletes.
From here, we bring dedication, perseverance and a shared pride to everything we do. All this and we’re located just outside the picturesque river city of Evansville, less than three hours away from Indianapolis. Visit USI and find out more about all we have to offer!
YEAR FOUNDED: 1965 // CURRENT ENROLLMENT: 9,750+ // STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 16:1 //
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES OFFERED: 63 // MASTER’S DEGREES OFFERED: 14 DOCTORAL DEGREES OFFERED: 2 // SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE: There are four academic colleges within the University’s structure: Romain College of Business, College of Liberal Arts, College of Nursing and Health Professions, and Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education. // DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 173 miles // INSTATE TUITION: $8,415 // OUT-OF-STATE TUITION: $20,460 // STUDENTS ON FINANCIAL AID: 70% // TOP THREE AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS: USI’s graduate nursing program is ranked among the best in the country (U.S. News); the Romain College of Business is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International), an honor earned by less than 5% of the more than 16,000 business schools worldwide; USI engineering students designed and built a satellite for NASA, the first spacecraft built and flown by a public institution in the state of Indiana, which was deployed from the International Space Station. // AFFILIATED COLLEGES/SATELLITE CAMPUSES: Romain College of Business; College of Liberal Arts; College of Nursing and Health Professions; Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education
