What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

Your going to be fine. The meal plan is a huge scam so don't do it. IUP may not be the most prestigious school out there but do well and keep your eyes on the prize, Law School. College life is going to be the best time you've ever had so stop worrying about making the transition.

What is the stereotype of students at your school?

Drinking college. It is cheap, so people assume it is not a good school. Party school.

Describe the students at your school.

Most classmates are friendly, helpful and interesting.

Is the stereotype of students at your school accurate?

Not in all cases. Every school has party students. Just because it wasn't difficult to get in, doesn't mean it isn't difficult to get the degree. Most students realize this.

What is your overall opinion of this school?

The best thing about IUP is it's setting. IUP is in a small town with lots of parks, trees, families, family owned businesses and a beautiful campus. The size of the school is perfect. It's big enough for someone from a small town, but not so large that it's overwhelming. Most of my time is spent in the Oak Grove, a central location on campus with lots of trees, benches and grass. IUP recently built new dorms or "suites", that are absolutely gorgeous. They really add to the architectural beauty of the campus.

What are the academics like at your school?

Academically-my first year at IUP was hard. I had to learn how to study properly and I couldn't coast through ANY of my classes. But the class size was good and for the most part professors are VERY willing to help if you ask for it. Hard, but I came out strong in my first year.

What are the most popular student activities/groups?

IUP has a HUGE variety of extracurricular activities. There are clubs and organizations within your major, your department, and within your personal interests. Greek Life is big at IUP, but not everyone is involved in it. There are frats and sororities based on social, academic, community service, and professional goals. As for social life, you will meet so many people in your residence halls and classes that it is very easy to find something to do in your down time. Weekends are crazy fun but there are always alcohol free events for the students that don't drink. On weekdays, you may find yourself up at 1 in the morning in your hallway talking to the people around you. There is ALWAYS something to do.

Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

IUP has an amazing campus. The suites make you feel like comfortable, compared to dorms at other schools. It is also close to home for me. I enjoy being able to see my family whenever I want.

Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

A smaller, quieter town with close-by grocery and drug stores, smaller classes than most state schools, and a lower-leveled crime rate.

What's unique about your campus?

The best thing about my school is the criminology professors who helped me decide my major. I am always the vice-president of the Criminology Association on campus and I absolutely love it. I help us get involved in the community so much, and i believe it will help us all out later in life.

Describe your favorite campus traditions.

Indiana University is known for its teaching, criminology, and nursing degrees. As soon as I decided I wanted to become a teacher IUP jumped to the top of my list.

What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

I would say the worst thing about the school would be the food for the meal plans available. Most of the time the qualitly of the food isn't very good and the other food available seems overpriced.

What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

I always say how friendly the campus is, how good the classes are, and how accesible the buildings are (walking distance).

What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

i wish that i knew the emphasis put on greek organizations before i came here.

What kind of person should not attend this school?

One that doesn't want to take college seriously and does not plan on studying hard to excel.

What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

transfering into the school was hard and it was hard to get anything done.

What kind of person should attend this school?

It just depends on the person and what they are looking for. If you are close with family and live far away from school not recommended. If they are close to the school go for it.

What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

To many in the surrounding areas, IUP is a party school. I'll admit, before I came for my visit, I was skeptical. IUP's "I Usually Party" reputation dates back to the 1970s and 80s when our PARENTS were partying here. My aunt still recounts stories of her wild nights spent at good ol' Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Truth is, every school is a party school. Are there parties here? Yes, of course, it's college. Do these parties manifest themselves in every aspect of University life? Absolutely not. There are students who come here for the thrills, ready to drink themselves into oblivion and smoke like a chimney, but those students don't usually make it past first semester freshman year. I am a junior and in my experience, the students of IUP are hard working, ambitious individuals with an eye on the future balancing the demands of classes and the fun of being a college student.

Where is the best place to get work done on campus?

The library The HUB Your own dorm area Your dorms common areas or quiet rooms Oak Grove (When its warm) Computer labs

When you step off campus what do you see?

To the right of campus You'll see Philly Street, the main street of Indiana. It has shops, eateries, a library, an ice skating rink, and a plethora of bars. To the left we have Oakland Avenue. This street has all of you fast food restaurants, movie rentals, mall, movie theater, Walmart, bowling, and other odds and ends. If you walk up or down, you will find yourself in residential areas. There's a park, a YMCA, two elementary schools, and a church for virtually every denomination.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

About Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Founded in 1875, Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus. is a Public college. Located in Pennsylvania, which is a city setting in Pennsylvania, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 10,743 full time undergraduate students, and 2,228 full time graduate students.

The Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 18:1. There are 557 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate	91%
Application Deadline
Application Fee	25
SAT Range	840-1050
ACT Range	17-23

Admissions at IUP are considered Less Selective, with ,66% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 25 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

61% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 28% were in the top quarter, and 8% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus.

“We”re apathetic”

34%

“We know about current events and vote”

49%

“We participate and encourage others to get involved”

“There”s nothing we won”t protest”

“We save it for the classroom”

29%

“Sometimes, but not often”

49%

“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”

13%

“All the time, including weekends”

“I”m always terrified”

“I only go out in groups”

43%

“I usually let someone know where I”m going”

48%

“I feel extremely safe”

27%

“We don”t play sports”

“We play recreationally”

46%

“We bought the gear”

28%

“We live for the big game”

“It”s not really our thing”

18%

“Occasinally we gallery crawl”

56%

“There are a variety of opportunities”

24%

“We”re a very artistic group”

“Haven”t met them”

“Available in class”

51%

“They keep regular office hours”

38%

“They”re always available”

“No greek life, but other groups to join”

23%

“There is some involvement, but not a lot”

60%

“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”

14%

“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”

“We”re not into drinking at all”

“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”

44%

“We only party on weekends”

44%

“There”s some drinking happening every night”

“Never, we”re here to learn”

47%

“There might be people who do”

38%

“People are known to partake on weekends”

“There”s a huge drug scene”

“We”re apathetic”

34%

“We know about current events and vote”

49%

“We participate and encourage others to get involved”

“There”s nothing we won”t protest”

“We save it for the classroom”

29%

“Sometimes, but not often”

49%

“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”

13%

“All the time, including weekends”

“I”m always terrified”

“I only go out in groups”

43%

“I usually let someone know where I”m going”

48%

“I feel extremely safe”

27%

“We don”t play sports”

“We play recreationally”

46%

“We bought the gear”

28%

“We live for the big game”

“It”s not really our thing”

18%

“Occasinally we gallery crawl”

56%

“There are a variety of opportunities”

24%

“We”re a very artistic group”

“Haven”t met them”

“Available in class”

51%

“They keep regular office hours”

38%

“They”re always available”

“No greek life, but other groups to join”

23%

“There is some involvement, but not a lot”

60%

“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”

14%

“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”

“We”re not into drinking at all”

“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”

44%

“We only party on weekends”

44%

“There”s some drinking happening every night”

“Never, we”re here to learn”

47%

“There might be people who do”

38%

“People are known to partake on weekends”

“There”s a huge drug scene”

Write a review, Enter to win $1,000 Scholarship

How would you rate on-campus housing?

178 Students rated on-campus housing 3.5 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?

137 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?

184 Students rated campus food 3.3 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?

189 Students rated campus facilities 4.1 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?

189 Students rated class size 4.1 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?

189 Students rated school activities 4 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?

189 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 45 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?

189 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 43 % gave the school a 5.0.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus?

71 Students rated Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Kyra - 11/29/2024

A good campus with good people and decent resources. Cheaper as well for a 4 year college since they recently reduced their tuition.

Moriah - 01/05/2024

The campus is very big and beautiful on a scenic level. There is a lot to look at- especially in the Oak Grove. I love going to the Oak Grove during the day during the warmer months- it brings me peace and it is normally where I do my journal entries or take a break from socialization. Overall I think the campus is very pretty and also it is very clean.

Christine - 04/17/2023

It is a good campus if you want to be far away from home but also close enough to it. It can feel like home within a short amount of time and things will work out for you. Just be careful with things going around because there tends to be issues that arise often.

Marcus - 04/26/2021

This school has shaped my character way more than I ever thought possible. From being a part of the marching band to the friends I have made here, this campus has become my home. While I do not go to parties, there are plenty of them around campus on the weekend. They can get loud and annoying really fast. The food on campus is tolerable, but it's nothing special. I love the buildings on campus, and we have a new one being build now that I'm excited to see be completed.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus FAQS

What is the Acceptance Rate at Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus?

The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus is 91%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

Your going to be fine. The meal plan is a huge scam so don't do it. IUP may not be the most prestigious school out there but do well and keep your eyes on the prize, Law School. College life is going to be the best time you've ever had so stop worrying about making the transition.
Read all 214 answers
What is the stereotype of students at your school?

Drinking college. It is cheap, so people assume it is not a good school. Party school.
Read all 176 answers
Describe the students at your school.

Most classmates are friendly, helpful and interesting.
Read all 174 answers
Is the stereotype of students at your school accurate?

Not in all cases. Every school has party students. Just because it wasn't difficult to get in, doesn't mean it isn't difficult to get the degree. Most students realize this.
Read all 174 answers
What is your overall opinion of this school?

The best thing about IUP is it's setting. IUP is in a small town with lots of parks, trees, families, family owned businesses and a beautiful campus. The size of the school is perfect. It's big enough for someone from a small town, but not so large that it's overwhelming. Most of my time is spent in the Oak Grove, a central location on campus with lots of trees, benches and grass. IUP recently built new dorms or "suites", that are absolutely gorgeous. They really add to the architectural beauty of the campus.
Read all 167 answers
What are the academics like at your school?

Academically-my first year at IUP was hard. I had to learn how to study properly and I couldn't coast through ANY of my classes. But the class size was good and for the most part professors are VERY willing to help if you ask for it. Hard, but I came out strong in my first year.
Read all 158 answers
What are the most popular student activities/groups?

IUP has a HUGE variety of extracurricular activities. There are clubs and organizations within your major, your department, and within your personal interests. Greek Life is big at IUP, but not everyone is involved in it. There are frats and sororities based on social, academic, community service, and professional goals. As for social life, you will meet so many people in your residence halls and classes that it is very easy to find something to do in your down time. Weekends are crazy fun but there are always alcohol free events for the students that don't drink. On weekdays, you may find yourself up at 1 in the morning in your hallway talking to the people around you. There is ALWAYS something to do.
Read all 139 answers
Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

IUP has an amazing campus. The suites make you feel like comfortable, compared to dorms at other schools. It is also close to home for me. I enjoy being able to see my family whenever I want.
Read all 105 answers
Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

A smaller, quieter town with close-by grocery and drug stores, smaller classes than most state schools, and a lower-leveled crime rate.
Read all 46 answers
What's unique about your campus?

The best thing about my school is the criminology professors who helped me decide my major. I am always the vice-president of the Criminology Association on campus and I absolutely love it. I help us get involved in the community so much, and i believe it will help us all out later in life.
Read all 39 answers
Describe your favorite campus traditions.

Indiana University is known for its teaching, criminology, and nursing degrees. As soon as I decided I wanted to become a teacher IUP jumped to the top of my list.
Read all 31 answers
What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

I would say the worst thing about the school would be the food for the meal plans available. Most of the time the qualitly of the food isn't very good and the other food available seems overpriced.
Read all 31 answers
What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

I always say how friendly the campus is, how good the classes are, and how accesible the buildings are (walking distance).
Read all 31 answers
What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

i wish that i knew the emphasis put on greek organizations before i came here.
Read all 30 answers
What kind of person should not attend this school?

One that doesn't want to take college seriously and does not plan on studying hard to excel.
Read all 30 answers
What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

transfering into the school was hard and it was hard to get anything done.
Read all 30 answers
What kind of person should attend this school?

It just depends on the person and what they are looking for. If you are close with family and live far away from school not recommended. If they are close to the school go for it.
Read all 27 answers
What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

To many in the surrounding areas, IUP is a party school. I'll admit, before I came for my visit, I was skeptical. IUP's "I Usually Party" reputation dates back to the 1970s and 80s when our PARENTS were partying here. My aunt still recounts stories of her wild nights spent at good ol' Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Truth is, every school is a party school. Are there parties here? Yes, of course, it's college. Do these parties manifest themselves in every aspect of University life? Absolutely not. There are students who come here for the thrills, ready to drink themselves into oblivion and smoke like a chimney, but those students don't usually make it past first semester freshman year. I am a junior and in my experience, the students of IUP are hard working, ambitious individuals with an eye on the future balancing the demands of classes and the fun of being a college student.
Read all 5 answers
Where is the best place to get work done on campus?

The library The HUB Your own dorm area Your dorms common areas or quiet rooms Oak Grove (When its warm) Computer labs
Read all 3 answers
When you step off campus what do you see?

To the right of campus You'll see Philly Street, the main street of Indiana. It has shops, eateries, a library, an ice skating rink, and a plethora of bars. To the left we have Oakland Avenue. This street has all of you fast food restaurants, movie rentals, mall, movie theater, Walmart, bowling, and other odds and ends. If you walk up or down, you will find yourself in residential areas. There's a park, a YMCA, two elementary schools, and a church for virtually every denomination.
Read all 2 answers

Student Body

Students

56%

female

44%

male

10,743

Total Undergrad Enrollment

2,228

Total Grad Students

Out-Of-State

94%

In-State

International

Organizations

293

Student Organizations

Fraternities

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

29%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native

N/A

% Asian/Pacific Islander

% Black or African-American

12%

% Hispanic/Latino

% White or Caucasian

74%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

91% of students attending Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus receive some sort of financial aid. 43% were awarded federal grants. While 80% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

$22,377

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,100

Books and Supplies

$12,246

Room and Board

35,723

Total On Campus

Family Income

Cost

$0 - $30K

$13,805

$30 - $48K

$15,150

$48 - $75K

$19,454

$75 - $110K

$22,597

$110K & UP

$23,293

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Indiana PA , 15705-1098

Get started

Sign up

Log in