Indiana State University Undergraduate Viewbook 2025
98% JOB PLACEMENT RATE* $15.6M IN SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED EACH YEAR $9,978 IN-STATE TUITION 100+ UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS
260+ STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 15 NCAA DIVISION 1 ATHLETIC TEAMS 16:1 STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO 80% OF FULL-TIME STUDENTS RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS
1,000+ STUDENTS IN LIVINGLEARNING COMMUNITIES $67K+ AVERAGE STARTING SALARY* 4 MAJOR METRO AREAS WITHIN A DAY'S DRIVE
100,000+ LIVING ALUMNI *According to 2024 First Destination Survey.
Dear Future Sycamore,
Welcome to Indiana State University! Thank you for considering our campus — I’m excited to share what it means to be part of the Sycamore community. For more than 150 years, our students and alumni have built a tradition of learning, leadership, and service, and you are invited to carry it forward. Here, you’ll be supported by faculty who know your name, opportunities that spark discovery, and a community that welcomes you as one of our own. Your experience will combine strong academics with opportunities beyond the classroom — research, internships, service projects, and study abroad — while you also enjoy Sycamore athletics, cultural events, and friendships that last a lifetime. Our graduates enter the world ready to lead, supported by a network of alumni and employer partnerships. We invite you to join us and begin your own Sycamore story.
Go Sycamores!
Mike Godard, PhD President Indiana State University
What’s Your Major?
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS
Accounting, BS**
African & African American Studies, BA†
Applied Medicine, BS†
Archaeology & Applied Anthropology, BS
Art, BA
Art Education (All Grade Levels), BS
Automation & Control Engineering Technology, BS
Automotive Engineering Technology, BS
Aviation Management, BS
Biology, BA or BS
Biology with Specialization in Medical Laboratory Science, BS
Chemistry, BA or BS
Civil Engineering Technology, BS
Communication Sciences & Disorders, BS
Computer Engineering Technology, BS
Computer Science, BS**
Construction Management, BS**
Criminology & Criminal Justice, BS**
Cultural Communication, BA†
Cybercriminology & Security Studies, BS**†
Data Science, BS
Digital Communication & Media, BA† Economics, BS**†
Electronics Engineering Technology, BS**
Elementary Education, BS Engineering, BSE
Engineering Technology Management, BS**
English, BA
English - Teaching, BA
English with Creative Writing Concentration, BA†
Our 100+ bachelor’s degrees, along with many certificates and minors, provide the foundation for your hands-on, real-world, goal-oriented college experience. Begin your journey to excellence with us! * Online Only ** Also Available Online † Three-Year Bachelor’s Degree
Environmental Geoscience, BS†
Finance, BS
Fine Arts, BFA
Forensics, BS
General Studies, BA or BS**
Geology, BS History, BA†
Human Development & Family Science, BS†
Human Resource Development, BS**
Information Technology, BS**
Insurance & Risk Management, BS**
Intelligence Analysis, BS**†
Interior Architecture Design, BFA
Journalism, BA†
Kinesiology, BS†
Language Studies, BA
Language Studies - Teaching, BA
Leadership & Professional Development, BS*
Legal Studies, BS† Management, BS**
Marketing & Sales, BS Mathematics, BA or BS
Mathematics - Teaching, BS
Middle School Mathematics - Teaching, BS
Multidisciplinary Studies, BA or BS
Music Business, BS
Music Composition, BM
Music Education, BME
Music Liberal Arts, BA
Music Performance, BM
Nursing, Accelerated Second Degree, BSN**
Nursing, Entering without LPN or RN Licensure
Nursing: LPN/LVN to BSN*
Organizational Leadership & Supervision, BS*
Packaging Engineering Technology, BS**
Philosophy, BA†
Physical Education (All Grade Levels), BS
Physics, BA or BS
Political Science, BA†
Professional Aviation Flight Technology, BS
Psychology, BS**†
Public Health, BPH†
Public Relations, BA†
Quantitative Economics, BS
Safety Management, BS**
Science Education, BA or BS
Social Studies Education, BS
Social Work, BSW†
Special Education, BA or BS
Sport Management, BS
Supply Chain Management, BS
Sustainability & Environmental Studies, BA or BS Theater, BA†
PRE-PROFESSIONAL CURRICULA
Pre-Athletic Training
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Law
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Physician Assistant
Pre-Veterinary
ACCELERATED PROGRAMS
Biology (Non-Thesis), MS
Communication, MA
Computer Science, MS**
Criminology & Criminal Justice, MS**
English, MA
Geoscience, MS
History, MA**
Mathematics, MS
Occupational Safety Management, MS**
Technology Management, MS
MASTER’S
PROGRAMS
Art Studio, MA
Athletic Training, MS
Biology with Thesis, MS
Biology without Thesis, MS**
Business Administration, MBA**
Career & Technical Education, MS**
Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MS Communication, MA
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Post-Master’s Certificate*
Psychoeducational Assessment, Certificate
Public Advocacy Communication, Certificate**
Safety Management, Certificate**
School Administration & Supervision, Initial License Post-Master’s Certificate*
School Counselor, Post-Master’s, Non-Degree License Program
School Psychology, Non-Degree Endorsement
Teaching English as a Second Language/TEFL, Certificate**
Transition to Teaching: Early Childhood Education*
Transition to Teaching: Elementary Education*
Transition to Teaching: Secondary Education*
Transition to Teaching: Special Education*
Visual Impairment: Licensure Program for Special Needs*
*Online Only **Also Available Online Programs available as of July 1, 2025. Program availability subject to change. Visit catalog.indstate.edu for the official listing of available programs.
College of Arts & Sciences
Where Curiosity Powers Your Career
At the College of Arts & Sciences, we help you turn your interests into career potential, connecting your academic passions with real-world opportunities. Here, you’ll analyze global issues, create original works, and transform curiosity into career-ready skills.
Popular undergraduate program areas include: Biology, Criminology & Security Studies, Pre-Medicine, Psychology, Music, and Communication.
BY THE NUMBERS
2,025 – Undergraduate students
96% – Placement rate for 2024 graduates*
$102,200 – Average alumni salary (based on survey of 1,486 CAS graduates)
120+ – Academic programs (degrees, minors, and certificates)
7 – Fulbright Scholarship awardees
3 – Art galleries
2 – Theater venues
In the College of Arts & Sciences, we are committed to providing you with a transformative educational experience shaped by exploration and discovery. Whether you’re investigating the roots of human behavior, showcasing your creative talents, or preparing to study medicine or law, here you will find the encouragement to pursue what interests you and clear mentorship to guide your way. Are you IN?
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*According to 2024 First Destination Survey.
Bailey College of Engineering & Technology
Dream the Future – Then Build It
In the Bailey College, we help you develop the engineering and tech skills employers demand, with hands-on experience and mentorship as difference-makers for your future career.
Popular undergraduate programs include: Computer Science, Construction Management, Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, and Professional Aviation Flight Technology.
BY THE NUMBERS
98% – Placement rate for 2024 graduates*
$77,284 – Average full-time salary for 2024 graduates*
1,372 – Undergraduate students enrolled for 2025-26
30+ – Labs and studios
$66 million – Renovation and expansion of state-of-the-art labs and facilities
We invite you to join the Bailey College of Engineering & Technology, where your technical aptitude and analytical curiosity become your foundation for real-world skills and innovation. Are you IN? INDIANASTATE.EDU/BCET
*According to 2024 First Destination Survey.
ACCREDITATIONS
Bayh College of Education
Teach & Inspire the Next Generation
In the Bayh College of Education, we are transforming passionate learners into inspirational educators who will make a difference in the classroom from day one.
Popular undergraduate programs include: Elementary Education , Physical Education (All Grade Levels), Special Education , Human Development & Family Science , and Communication Sciences & Disorders.
BY THE NUMBERS
1865 – Bayh College is founded.
95% – Placement rate for 2024 graduates*
80 – Number of school districts with student field placements from the Bayh College
400 – Undergraduate students enrolled for 2025-26.
5 – Bayh College students named as Outstanding Future Educators by the IACTE**
3 – Grosjean Clinic Centers (Counseling, School Psychology, and Communicative Disorders), serving 343 community clients in 2024-25
We invite you to join the Bayh College of Education, where everyone is committed to educational innovation and leadership. Are you IN?
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*According to 2024 First Destination Survey. **Indiana Association of Colleges for Teacher Education
ACCREDITATIONS
College of Health & Human Services
Master the Highest Standards of Care
In the College of Health & Human Services, we prepare you to care for patients, clients, and families with compassionate professionalism and expertise.
Popular undergraduate programs include: Applied Medicine, Kinesiology, Nursing, Sport Management, and Social Work.
BY THE NUMBERS
99% – Placement rate for 2024 graduates*
93% – NCLEX pass rate for BSN graduates
$65,832 – Median full-time salary for 2024 graduates*
85,000 sq. ft. – CHHS areas under construction or renovation
Top 100 Best Schools (Social Work) – U.S. News & World Report 2024 ranking
At the College of Health & Human Services, you'll gain hands-on experience in cuttingedge simulation labs and through community-based clinical experiences. Mentorship from faculty with extensive clinical backgrounds will prepare you to make a meaningful impact on others’ health, safety, and quality of life. Are you IN?
*According to 2024 First Destination Survey.
ACCREDITATIONS
Scott College of Business
Building Leaders for Business Success
The Scott College of Business offers a highly accredited, inclusive, student-centered business education that emphasizes experiential learning, career-readiness, corporate and industry engagement, and impactful research. We provide a balanced and holistic student experience to prepare our graduates for successful careers.
Popular undergraduate programs include: Accounting, Finance, Human Resource Development, Management, and Marketing & Sales
BY THE NUMBERS
1,150 – Students enrolled in SCOB programs
98% – Placement rate for 2024 graduates*
$74,301 – Average starting salary for 2024 graduates*
70% – Scott College graduates who stay in Indiana
$450,000 – Student-Managed Investment Fund portfolio
The Scott College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International), a premier benchmark for quality in business education that is only awarded to six percent of business schools worldwide.
The Scott College of Business is committed to providing you with the skills and experiences you need for career success. Here, we will prepare you to lead, succeed, and make a positive impact in the business world. Are you IN? INDIANASTATE.EDU/BUSINESS
*According to 2024 First Destination Survey.
Honors College
The Honors College at Indiana State University offers a unique and enriching academic experience to our 1,000+ high-achieving students. Our program emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, critical thinking, and leadership development, while providing a supportive community of like-minded peers. The curriculum includes a variety of honors courses, seminars, and experiential learning opportunities, and you’ll benefit from dedicated faculty mentors and exciting research opportunities.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
Interdisciplinary Learning: The Honors College curriculum is designed to foster a broad understanding of various disciplines, encouraging you to think critically and creatively.
Leadership Development: Workshops, seminars, and hands-on projects help you develop the leadership skills necessary to make a positive impact in your community and beyond.
Community Engagement: The Honors College emphasizes giving back to the community, with many opportunities for you to learn by participating in community-based projects.
Conference Travel and Study Trips: You can attend and even present your research at conferences, participate in faculty-led trips abroad, or go on service-learning trips to other states or overseas.
The Honors College at Indiana State University provides transformative educational experiences that prepare you to become a successful professional and an engaged citizen. Our graduates are well-equipped to lead, innovate, and make meaningful contributions to society. Are you IN?
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Residential Life
Home Away from Home
Your campus living space is more than just a room — it’s home base for an amazing college experience where you’ll discover your community!
With modern residence halls, themed Living-Learning Communities, and flexible dining options, you’ll feel right at home living in the heart of campus. At Indiana State University, we create living spaces where meaningful connections happen naturally.
ENJOY:
• Built-in community and support from day one
• Easy access to classes, dining, and campus events
• Meal plans that match your schedule and preferences
• An environment where individuality is celebrated and community is fundamental
Health & Wellness
Balance. Wellness. Recreation.
Physical, mental, and emotional well-being are essential to your success on campus, in the classroom, and in every aspect of college life. At Indiana State University, we’re all in on providing the resources and support you need to maintain balance, stay focused, and get the most from your Sycamore experience!
ON-CAMPUS RESOURCES INCLUDE:
• Student Recreation Center with fitness center, aquatic center, and indoor courts and track
• Student Health Center for routine checkups and basic care
• Counseling Center for mental health and wellness support
We’re committed to creating a culture where every student feels supported, valued, and empowered to thrive.
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Getting Involved
Bring Your Energy and Engage!
Find your niche or try something completely new — with 260+ student clubs and organizations to explore, we’re all in on helping you connect with people who share your interests and passions.
No two days look the same at Indiana State University, and that’s what makes being here so much fun! You’ll find your rhythm, and your people, in our vibrant campus community.
OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE:
• Academic and professional clubs that build your resume
• Cultural organizations that foster shared experiences and celebrate community and the arts
• Greek Life opportunities for leadership and lifelong connections
• Leadership programs and student government to develop your voice
• Campus media and creative groups to showcase your talents
At Indiana State, you’ll build friendships, discover new interests, and create memories that last long after graduation. Every student is seen, heard, and valued in our campus community.
Welcome to Terre Haute
Fun Adventures Begin Here
Indiana State’s hometown of Terre Haute is more than just a college town — it’s a lively community full of charm, creativity, and connection. From local coffee shops and farmers' markets to art walks, festivals, and live music, there’s always something happening just steps from campus.
YOU’LL ENJOY:
• A walkable downtown with unique shops and restaurants
• Community events like First Friday and the Downtown Block Party
• Local museums, galleries, and cultural centers, plus live music at The Mill
• Scenic bike trails and unique nature experiences like the Exotic Feline Rescue Center
• Volunteer and internship opportunities that connect you with local leaders
And, when you’re ready for a weekend getaway, you’re just 75 minutes from Indianapolis, with Chicago, St. Louis, and Nashville also within reach. Terre Haute is your perfect launchpad for discovery — on campus, in the community, and beyond.
The Mill
Griffin Bike Park
Sycamore Athletics
Play Hard. Cheer Loud. Go Sycamores!
Sycamore pride runs deep at Indiana State, which fields 15 NCAA Division I teams competing in the Missouri Valley Conference. Whether you’re suiting up to compete or showing up to cheer as part of The Forest, you’ll be an integral part of our cherished Sycamore sports tradition.*
We’re all in on building a community where school spirit creates lasting bonds and unforgettable memories.
ROOT FOR THE TREES!
Men’s Teams
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Indoor and Outdoor
Track and Field
Women’s Teams
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Indoor and Outdoor
Track and Field
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Volleyball
*Enjoy free student admission to all home games!
Your Advantage
We Invest in Your Success!
At Indiana State University, we’re all in on making your education both achievable and transformative. The Indiana State Advantage isn’t just financial support — it’s our commitment to supporting your learning journey.
WHAT THE ADVANTAGE DOES FOR YOU:
• Covers four years’ in-state tuition for qualified, Pell-eligible students from Indiana and other participating states. (See eligibility and restrictions.)*
• Provides a one-time Experience Grant, valued up to $3,000, to fund an internship, research project, or study abroad experience.**
• Offers a 4-Year Graduation Guarantee to keep you on track for the future.† We double down on support to ensure nothing holds you back. Bring your ambition, and we’ll match it with opportunity. Are you IN?
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* Eligibility and restrictions found at IndianaState.edu/Advantage/Tuition-Free-Guarantee
** Experience Grant available beginning student’s second year. Grants for faculty-led trips valued up to $2,000. See IndianaState.edu/Admissions/Experience-Grant for details.
† The 4-Year Graduation Guarantee is contingent upon student adhering to the graduation guarantee responsibilities. Visit IndianaState.edu/Advantage/Sycamore-GraduationGuarantee for details.
Costs & Financial Aid
ESTIMATED COSTS FOR 2025–26
Estimates for full-time undergraduates include housing and meal plan costs. There may be additional fees based on your program of study that are not reflected in the following cost estimates.
CATEGORY
Indiana Resident
Non-Resident Reduced RateΩ
Non-Resident & International
* Estimated Totals are for Academic Year 2025–2026.
22,386.00*
12,408.00**
12,408.00**
** Housing and Food Plan is based on Traditional Freshman Housing and the All-Access Meal Plan.
Ω Non-Resident Reduced Rates apply to on-campus students from participating states and to most non-residential online students.
1. COMPLETE THE FAFSA
After October 1st of your senior year, be sure to complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid. gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. When filling out your application, include Indiana State University as one of your school choices. For Indiana residents, the priority deadline to file is April 15.
2. LEARN ABOUT SCHOLARSHIPS AT INDIANA STATE
Indiana State University invests in your future with $15.6 million in scholarships annually, including competitive, merit-based, and specific-interest awards, funded by generous donors. Use The Branch portal to search, apply for, and check updates on scholarships. For more information, please visit IndianaState.edu/Scholarships
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How to Apply
Take your next steps toward an exceptional Indiana State University education!
Begin your college journey by applying to Indiana State University. Our supportive community, quality academic programs, and abundant hands-on learning opportunities will build your professional skills, boost your earning power, and propel you toward a rewarding future.
FRESHMAN APPLICANTS
Applicants must fulfill the following requirements to be eligible for admission:
• Complete a rigorous college preparatory curriculum (Core 40 for Indiana residents).
• Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.4 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
A complete application will include:
• Official high school transcript: Transcript must be sent directly from the high school to Indiana State University electronically or through mail. Official HSE and GED scores may be substituted for high school transcripts.
• Standardized test scores (optional): SAT and ACT scores are not required for admission but may be considered for certain meritbased scholarships.
• No fee to apply!
TRANSFER APPLICANTS
Applicants must fulfill the following requirements to be eligible for admission:
• Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale from all colleges attended.
• Be in good academic standing at the last institution attended.
• Complete 12 credit hours or more at another institution post-high school graduation.
A COMPLETE APPLICATION WILL INCLUDE:
• Official transcripts from all colleges previously attended.
• Applicants with fewer than 12 transferable hours must also submit an official high school transcript.
• No fee to apply!
IMPORTANT DEADLINES
We accept applications throughout the year. Applications received after these deadlines will be accepted, and every attempt will be made to ensure consideration for the desired semester or term.
Fall Semester: June 1
Spring Semester: December 1
(October 15 for International Students)
Summer Session: May 1
How can you know if Indiana State University is right for you? Visit us to explore campus, talk with current students, and see firsthand how we support and celebrate student success! We'll help you envision your own Sycamore journey in our friendly and ambitious learning community. Schedule your campus visit today! IndianaState.edu/Visit
You can also tour Indiana State virtually. Explore our 360° view of campus anytime! IndianaState.edu/VirtualTour
Are You IN?
If you're ready to thrive on challenges, grow with purpose, and make real impact, this is the right place for you. Apply with us today, and discover what it means to go ALL IN at Indiana State!
