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Indiana University-East

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Richmond, Indiana 47374-1289

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Known for psychology — excellent value

Indiana University-East is a public institution in Richmond with particular strength in psychology and business. With an average SAT of 1135, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 2.4K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

45% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $47,156 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $9,082.

Established
1967
Type
Public regional baccalaureate college
Conference
National Association of

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71%Acceptance
1135SAT Avg
2,446Students
14:1Student:Faculty
45%Grad Rate
$47,156Earnings 10yr
$9,082Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate71.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1135

Reading & WritingMid: 560
500610
MathMid: 550
510610

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22
2025

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$8,179
Tuition (out-of-state)$22,043
Books & Supplies$644
Total Cost of Attendance$16,756
Average Net Price$9,082
Median Debt at Graduation$18,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$191

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$5,216
$30–48K$6,260
$48–75K$11,061
$75–110K$13,497
$110K+$14,863

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

65.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.1%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$12,000

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

16

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

3

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

5

Drug Arrests

4

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (48)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

63%

Below Average

Student Body

Undergrads
2,446
Gender Split
66% / 34%
Women / Men
First Generation
45%
Pell Grant Recipients
34%

Race & Ethnicity

White 75%
Black 6%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 3%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate45.4%
Freshman Retention63.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$44,827
10 Years$47,156

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • In 1967, the arrangement was expanded to include Purdue and Ball State Universities and the extension became the Eastern Indiana Center of Earlham College.
  • In 1969, Richmond citizens formed Eastern Indiana Community College, Inc.
  • On October 3, 1972, ground was broken at the new campus site north of Richmond.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

90Average

Estimated from IN state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 30"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Indianapolispop. 880K
68 mi(118 min)
Columbuspop. 900K
100 mi(173 min)
Detroitpop. 640K
195 mi(338 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

CVG Cincinnati58 mi
IND Indianapolis76 mi
CMH Columbus106 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA739 mi · ~21h 21m drive
New York, NY576 mi · ~16h 38m drive
Hartford, CT651 mi · ~18h 48m drive
Providence, RI716 mi · ~20h 41m drive
Albany, NY608 mi · ~17h 34m drive
Syracuse, NY502 mi · ~14h 30m drive
Rochester, NY439 mi · ~12h 41m drive
Buffalo, NY374 mi · ~10h 48m drive
Philadelphia, PA515 mi · ~14h 53m drive
Pittsburgh, PA261 mi · ~7h 32m drive
Harrisburg, PA424 mi · ~12h 15m drive
Newark, NJ567 mi · ~16h 23m drive
Washington, DC424 mi · ~12h 15m drive
Baltimore, MD442 mi · ~12h 46m drive
Atlanta, GA424 mi · ~12h 15m drive
Charlotte, NC390 mi · ~11h 16m drive
Raleigh, NC442 mi · ~12h 46m drive
Miami, FL1012 mi · ~29h 14m drive
Orlando, FL808 mi · ~23h 21m drive
Tampa, FL835 mi · ~24h 7m drive
Nashville, TN276 mi · ~7h 58m drive
New Orleans, LA745 mi · ~21h 31m drive
Richmond, VA432 mi · ~12h 29m drive
Chicago, IL200 mi · ~5h 47m drive
Detroit, MI195 mi · ~5h 38m drive
Minneapolis, MN554 mi · ~16h drive
St. Louis, MO297 mi · ~8h 35m drive
Kansas City, MO520 mi · ~15h 1m drive
Indianapolis, IN68 mi · ~1h 58m drive
Columbus, OH100 mi · ~2h 53m drive
Cleveland, OH201 mi · ~5h 48m drive
Milwaukee, WI269 mi · ~7h 46m drive
Dallas, TX823 mi · ~23h 47m drive
Houston, TX916 mi · ~26h 28m drive
Austin, TX982 mi · ~28h 22m drive
San Antonio, TX1056 mi · ~30h 30m drive
Los Angeles, CA1874 mi · ~54h 8m drive
San Francisco, CA2011 mi · ~58h 6m drive
San Diego, CA1853 mi · ~53h 32m drive
Seattle, WA1924 mi · ~55h 35m drive
Portland, OR1940 mi · ~56h 3m drive
Denver, CO1065 mi · ~30h 46m drive
Phoenix, AZ1564 mi · ~45h 11m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1419 mi · ~41h drive
Honolulu, HI4405 mi · ~127h 15m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

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