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Indiana State University

Terre Haute, Indiana · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$41,047

Acceptance Rate

92%

Graduation Rate

43%

Annual Tuition

$9,992

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Indiana State University earn a median of $48,387 ten years after entry — 11% below the national median. Acceptance rate 91.5%, in-state tuition $9,992.

At a Glance

Total Students

6,620

Retention Rate

69%

Faculty Ratio

17

Financial Aid

51%

Median Debt

$24,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Indiana State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 91.5% and a student body of 6,620. The in-state tuition is $9,992. Approximately 51.2% of students receive financial aid. The median debt for graduates is $24,000.

Graduation and retention rates are 42.5% and 68.6%, respectively. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $44,287. Five years after graduation, median earnings are $41,047, and ten years after graduation, median earnings are $48,387.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$44k

1 YEAR

$41k

5 YEARS

$48k

10 YEARS

Top 67% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Indiana State University alumni earn a median salary of $44,287. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $41,047. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $48,387. The median debt for graduates is $24,000.

Indiana State University has a student body of 6,620 students. The university has a high acceptance rate of 91.5%. The graduation rate is 42.5%, and the retention rate is 68.6%. The in-state tuition cost is $9,992. Over half of the students, 51.2%, receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 273 / yr
Median Salary $107,868

Criminology

Graduates 158 / yr
Median Salary $48,633

Psychology, General

Graduates 128 / yr
Median Salary $35,742

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

Graduates 111 / yr
Median Salary $50,592

Air Transportation

Graduates 108 / yr
Median Salary $40,112

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 108 / yr
Median Salary $40,204

Educational Administration and Supervision

Graduates 88 / yr
Median Salary $90,938

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 84 / yr
Median Salary $44,189

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 74 / yr
Median Salary $34,213

Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management

Graduates 73 / yr
Median Salary $34,084

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 73 / yr
Median Salary $72,402

Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians

Graduates 72 / yr
Median Salary $66,479

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

Graduates 68 / yr
Median Salary $106,961

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 66 / yr
Median Salary $45,862

Biology, General

Graduates 61 / yr
Median Salary $43,656

Business/Commerce, General

Graduates 58 / yr
Median Salary $43,458

Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions

Graduates 57 / yr
Median Salary $76,661

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 56 / yr
Median Salary $46,207

Human Resources Management and Services

Graduates 55 / yr
Median Salary $38,296

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 55 / yr
Median Salary $50,935

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 54 / yr
Median Salary $33,414

Construction Management

Graduates 53 / yr
Median Salary $72,379

Marketing

Graduates 49 / yr
Median Salary $49,556

Communication Disorders Sciences and Services

Graduates 45 / yr
Median Salary $58,679

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Campus Location

Terre Haute, Indiana

Terre Haute, IN 47809

Indiana State University is located in Terre Haute, Indiana. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Indiana State University has an acceptance rate of 91.5%.