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How to Get Into Indiana University-South Bend

South Bend, IN · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

Indiana University-South Bend Admissions Statistics

84%
Acceptance Rate
480-610
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
470-580
SAT Math (mid 50%)
21-23
ACT (mid 50%)
3,933
Undergrads
40%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into Indiana University-South Bend

The bar here is clear

Indiana University-South Bend admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 950-1190 combined SAT or 21-23 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Test-flexible", check the fine print for your specific program.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where Indiana University-South Bend fits.

Indiana University-South Bend Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $0
Test scores Test-flexible
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

Indiana University-South Bend Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $17,364
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $8,424 / $22,811
Room & board (on campus) $10,184
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $8,653

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $4,637
$30-48k $4,926
$48-75k $8,195
$75-110k $13,968
$110k+ $15,825
43%
Students receiving Pell Grants
35%
Students taking federal loans
65%
Freshman retention rate
15:1
Student-faculty ratio

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