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Colleges / Indiana University East

Indiana University East

Richmond, IN 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate78%

IU East Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into Indiana University East. The acceptance rate at Indiana University East is 78%. Out of 1,586 applications received in 2023, 1,230 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to Indiana University East, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 8/16 and the application fee is $35.

Indiana University East Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Indiana University East's admissions stats.

Indiana University East 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 12.2%
Mean SAT Score 1161
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 13.2%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 10%
Waitlist No

Indiana University East Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Indiana University East.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 8 16

Considering Applying Early to Indiana University East?


Indiana University East does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on Indiana University East Admissions


How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to IU East?

Getting into IU East is moderately difficult. IU East evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, IU East accepted 78% of students, around 1,230 of the 1,586 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like IU East, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Indiana University East

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Indiana University East

Indiana University East has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Indiana University East Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Indiana University East

Curious about the factors that are considered by Indiana University East during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Class Rank Very Important
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Academic GPA Important
Geographical Residence Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
State Residency Considered

Make sure to check with Indiana University East for more information on admission factors.

Indiana University East Application Requirements

To apply to Indiana University East, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Indiana University East's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Letter(s) of Recommendation 1
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Indiana University East?

Students admitted to Indiana University East have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 75.1% submitted a class rank. At Indiana University East 12.2% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 35.5% were in the top 25% and 70.2% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Indiana University East, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 13.1%
3.75 and 3.99 15.65%
3.50 and 3.74 14.38%
3.25 and 3.49 10.22%
3.00 and 3.24 13.42%
2.50 and 2.9 21.73%
2.00 and 2.49 10.54%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Indiana University East directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Indiana University East is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 13.2% of Indiana University East's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 10% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Indiana University East?

To be competitive with other Indiana University East applicants, you should aim to score between 1000 and 1180 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Indiana University East 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1180 and 25% of scored lower than 1000, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Indiana University East student is 1161.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Indiana University East students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Indiana University East students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

To be most competitive at Indiana University East, you should strive to earn between 18 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Indiana University East's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Indiana University East students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to Indiana University East

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Indiana University East. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Indiana University East during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


Indiana University East Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Indiana University East?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Indiana University East.

Does Indiana University East accept transfer credits?

✅ Indiana University East accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Indiana University East accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Indiana University East accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Indiana University East does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Indiana University East?

❌ No, Indiana University East is test optional, so you can decide if you want to to send your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Indiana University East's acceptance rate?

✅ Indiana University East's acceptance rate is 78%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Indiana University East?

❌ Indiana University East does not offer early decision.

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IU East Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

78%

How hard is it to get into IU East? IU East is a somewhat selective institution. The IU East acceptance rate is 78%. This means that the institution accepts 77 out of every 100 applicants.

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IU East Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 16

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to IU East is Aug 16.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to IU East is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

IU East SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1000 - 1180

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Math SAT Range

470 - 590

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Reading SAT Range

490 - 610

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1180 and Above

Good

1000 to 1180

Avg

1000 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for IU East students is 1161. Applicants with SAT scores of 1180 and above have a good chance of being admitted to IU East, while applicants with SAT scores between 1000 to 1180 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1000 have a low chance of being offered a spot at IU East.

IU East GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.28

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At IU East, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.28. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

3,039

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

78%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$8,159

Out-of-State

$22,023

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 16
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