Public research university in Indiana offering 100+ majors and strong career outcomes with 97% placement rate.
Indiana State offers over 100 undergraduate majors and more than 75 graduate and professional programs across six colleges. The university is classified as a Doctoral/Professional University and holds continuous accreditation from The Higher Learning Commission since 1915. Notable accreditations include AACSB for business, NCATE for education, APA for clinical psychology, and NASM for music. The Cunningham Memorial Library houses over two million items supporting student research and learning.
The main campus spans 435 acres in Terre Haute's downtown area with over 60 historic and modern buildings. Recent renovations include the $50 million Hulman Center (2020), $18 million Dreiser Hall (2023), and a $66 million Technology Annex modernization project beginning in 2024. Students enjoy a Student Recreation Center, 160+ student organizations, intramural sports, and campus traditions including homecoming (dating to 1917) and Donaghy Day. The university maintains a field campus 18 miles east near Brazil, Indiana, featuring 93 acres and eight man-made lakes for outdoor education and research.
Indiana State welcomes freshman, transfer, graduate, and international students. The university pioneered laptop scholarships for high-achieving freshmen and now provides laptops to Pell-eligible admitted students. The Center for Student Success offers tutoring, mentoring, advising, and specialized support including programs for first-generation and low-income students. The Four-Year Graduation Guarantee covers remaining tuition if students complete their responsibilities and do not graduate on time.
The Career Center supports students with resume writing, interview preparation, internship placement, and career planning. The university reports a 97% placement rate after graduation (2025 First Destination Survey) with an average starting salary of $71,067. Approximately 65% of graduates remain and work in Indiana. Indiana State ranks #1 for social mobility in Indiana according to CollegeNET 2025, reflecting its commitment to breaking down barriers for student success.