Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, Pennsylvania · Public
Indiana University of Pennsylvania admitted 92% of 7,951 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 970–1180 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 53% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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Early decision and early action
Indiana University of Pennsylvania doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Indiana University of Pennsylvania rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- Course rigor
Considered
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
Not considered
- Class rank
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.34 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $27,362 in-state and $32,279 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $17,665 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate?
Indiana University of Pennsylvania admitted 92% of applicants: 7,273 of 7,951 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
What SAT score do you need for Indiana University of Pennsylvania?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 970 to 1180, with a median around 1070. A score at or above 1070 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
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