IUPUI is Indiana's premier urban research university. The campus enrolls more than 30,000 students in 21 schools and academic units.
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About IUPUI
IUPUI is the urban research and life sciences campus of Indiana University where students earn degrees from either Indiana University (IU) or Purdue University (PU). Majors in science and engineering earn Purdue degrees, while business, informatics, liberal arts, medical sciences and many other majors earn Indiana University degrees. IUPUI offers more than 10,000 classes, 200 degree programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and exceptional faculty. See a complete list of degree programs at http://iupui.edu/degrees.php.
The University has special strengths in business and management, the health sciences, engineering and technology, informatics, communications, and art, as well as exceptional graduate and professional degrees. There are research opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students. The urban environment and excellent facilities provide an outstanding and exciting setting for study, research, internships, civic engagement, and the cultural benefits of a vibrant metropolitan center.
Location
IUPUI is located in the heart of Indianapolis, capitol of the State of Indiana. The campus is next to the Downtown Canal & White River State Park, two of Indianapolis’ six cultural districts. It is within walking distance of downtown restaurants, shopping, and entertainment districts.
Key Facts
- Named a research university “Everyone Should be Watching” by US News & World Report
- Also recognized by US News & World Report each year since 2004 for excellence in undergraduate research, learning communities, first-year experience, and service learning.
- Ranked among the top 15 in the country in first professional degrees conferred and 7th in the number of health-related degrees.
- Student-to-faculty ratio of 17:1.
- 30,000 students.
- 1,350 international students from more than 130 countries.
Costs
Undergraduate tuition and fees for 2 semesters: $22,450 (2009-2010)
Graduate tuition and fees for 2 semesters: Costs vary by program
Living expenses, books and supplies: $12,737
Scholarships
IUPUI offers generous scholarships ranging from $3,500 to $16,000 per year for up to four years to beginning international freshmen with strong secondary school grades and high SAT scores.
http://www.iupui.edu/international/scholarships
International Students at IUPUI
IUPUI international students participate in Student Government, organize dozens of national clubs, and sponsor social and educational programs. They are integrated in co-curricular programs across the campus and in the community. The IUPUI International Club hosts a popular Friday culture hour every week during the academic year, providing news, cultural information and international cuisine. The annual International Festival engages all students of the University, highlighting international customs and cuisines, study abroad options, international clubs, activities and projects on campus, and international academic programs.
Campus Life
Students at IUPUI enjoy beautiful facilities in a large urban campus environment. The Campus Center for Students, Herron School of Art and Design, the IU School of Law, the Informatics, Communications & Technology Center, the University Library, and University Housing all enjoy new facilities. The IUPUI International House, Purdue House, Honors House, and Women in Science House of the Campus Apartments on the Riverwalk provide living-learning programs for IUPUI students. They offer private bedrooms in two- or four-bedroom apartment units with shared kitchen and living facilities, laundry equipment, and individual broadband access to University computer networks.
IUPUI has over 200 student organizations and outstanding volunteer opportunities in the Indianapolis community. In the center of campus is “Democracy Plaza” where students, faculty and staff enjoy open discussions on the issues of the day.
Services Available
The Office of International Affairs is a comprehensive international unit that provides full services for international students, hosts international visitors, sponsors international programs and promotes internationalization through curricular development, strategic partnerships abroad, and faculty and student exchanges.
Indianapolis
The treasures of Indianapolis - premiere professional and amateur sports, world-class performing arts, museums and parks, wonderful restaurants - give students and faculty a high quality of life beyond campus.
