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Indiana University South Bend is the third largest campus of the Indiana University system. It was founded in 1916. IUSB is located in South Bend, Indiana, in Saint Joseph County, Indiana. The campus is spread across an area of 80 acres. IU South Bend is most famous for its world-renowned Alexander Toradze Piano Studio.
IU South Bend offers more than 100 degree programs in diverse areas of study. The university is organized into the following academic divisions:
The sports teams of IUSB are nicknamed the Titans.
IU South Bend is located in a medium-sized city, in South Bend, IN. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at IU South Bend top out at the Master's degree.
Students at the school often study liberal arts.
The admissions department at IU South Bend does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 420 to 530 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 530 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
The school offers classes to 7,517 students (5,143 full-time equivalent).
IU South Bend has a large share of part-time students. Students sports include formal participation in Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Indiana University South Bend is the comprehensive undergraduate and graduate regional
campus of Indiana University that is committed to serving north central Indiana and
southwestern Michigan. Its mission is to create, disseminate, preserve, and apply
knowledge. The campus is committed to excellence in teaching, learning, research, and
creative activity; to strong liberal arts and sciences programs and professional disciplines;
to acclaimed programs in the arts and nursing/health professions; and to diversity, civic
engagement and a global perspective. IU South Bend supports student learning, access
and success for a diverse residential and non-residential student body that includes
underrepresented and international students. The campus fosters student-faculty
collaboration in research and learning. Committed to the economic development of its
region and state, Indiana University South Bend meets the changing educational and
research needs of the community and serves as a vibrant cultural resource.
(Approved by South Bend Academic Senate 4/15/2005)"
More complete details are provided below.
Indiana University South Bend
1700 Mishawaka Ave
South Bend, IN 46634-7111
General Phone: (574) 520-4872
http://www.iusb.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 227 | general studies, liberal arts and sciences, English, sociology, interdisciplinary studies, history, political science, Spanish language, ... |
| Business and Management | 192 | business, accounting, MIS, labor studies, actuarial science |
| Education and Teaching | 183 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, special ed, school counseling, social studies teaching, English teaching, early childhood education, math teaching, ... |
| Medical Support and Technology | 64 | dental hygienist, dental assistant, radiographer |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 64 | registered nursing |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 41 | criminal justice and safety |
| Therapy and Counseling | 33 | psychology |
| Family and Social Work | 19 | public administration |
| Science | 18 | biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics |
| Media | 16 | mass communication |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 14 | computer and info science, computer applications programming, information technology |
| Mathematics | 14 | applied mathematics, mathematics and computer science, mathematics |
| Fine Arts | 14 | fine arts |
| Music | 7 | music performance, various music studies |
| Medical Administration | 6 | health services administration |
| Art Studies | 4 | art studies |
| Religion and Philosophy | 4 | philosophy |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 3 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for IU South Bend in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 554 | 40 |
| Master's degree | 195 | 13 |
| Associate's degree | 143 | 9 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 31 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, IU South Bend had a total enrollment of 7,517 students (5,143 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 39% |
| Women | 61% |
| Full-Time | 84% |
| Part-Time | 16% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 83% |
| Graduate | 17% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 81% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 5% |
| 18-19 | 19% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Indiana | 92% |
| State unknown | 4% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| Michigan | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 57 % |
| Part-Time | 38 % |
IU South Bend offers campus housing for 400 of its 5,143 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of South Bend, Indiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Indiana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,083 | 1,754 | 84% | 1,135 | 65% |
| Men | 819 | 682 | 83% | 446 | 65% |
| Women | 1,264 | 1,072 | 85% | 689 | 64% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 420 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 530 |
| SAT Writing | 400 | 510 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 22 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 75% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 9% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,763 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,880 |
| Room and board | $ 6,762 |
| Room charge | $ 6,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,116 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,700 |
Financial Aid:
IU South Bend participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 181600)
IU South Bend has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 54 | 45 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 46 | 21 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 30 | 67 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 4 | $62,507 | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 0 | * | 5 | $49,174 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $72,100 | 7 | $53,256 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 21 | $81,229 | 12 | $72,894 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 37 | $60,327 | 34 | $56,330 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 38 | $54,102 | 20 | $54,482 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 16 | $44,213 | 42 | $38,390 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 112 | $59,832 | 108 | $50,851 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 12 | 13 | 25 |
| Basketball | 12 | 13 | 25 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Actuarial Science
Business/Commerce, General
Labor Studies
Management Information Systems, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Technology
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Biology Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Services Administration
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets IU South Bend Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships
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