The document provides information about IUPUI (Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis) for prospective international students. It summarizes the school's academics, research, faculty, costs, scholarships, housing, student services, traditions, and application requirements. IUPUI is located in downtown Indianapolis and offers over 250 degree programs through its two partner universities. It has a diverse student body of over 30,000 students and emphasizes experiential learning opportunities.

1. Jennifer Reed Jennifer Mathews
Assistant Director for Assistant Director for
International International
Admissions Recruitment

3. Why IUPUI?

4. Academics
Programs
International
Focus

5. Indiana University Degrees Purdue University Degrees
Twoworld renowned universities combined in one campus
in downtown Indianapolis, the capital city of Indiana

6. • 30,300 students
• 1400 internationalstudents from
130+ countries
• 250+ degree programs in 18
academic schools
• Widest range in the state of
Indiana
• 75% of classes have fewer than 30
students

7. • Emphasis on experiential learning opportunities
• Recognized for excellence by USNWR in the areas
of:
– Outstanding first year student experience
– Undergraduate research opportunities
– Service Learning programs
– Learning communities

8. Rank
Research
Faculty

9. • IUPUI ranked 3rdby U.S. News and World Report in "Up-and-
Coming” National Universities
• Over 90% of full-time faculty have professional or doctoral
degrees with a student to faculty ratio of 16:1
• IUPUI is a premier public researchuniversity, receiving more
than $400 million in external research funding in 2010-2011
• Our School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, and School of
Nursing make IUPUI a national leader in the health sciences
professions
• IUPUI has top-ranked programs in schools such as Nursing,
Public and Environmental Affairs, Business, and Law

10. Why Choose the
City of Indianapolis?
Location
Affordability
Arts
Culture

11. • The capital of the state of Indiana ranks as one of the most affordable US cities. It is the 12 th largest city in the U.S., with more than
2,000,000 people in the metropolitan area
• Downtown Indianapolis -- clean, safe, affordable -- is a 15-minute walk from the IUPUI campus
• Access to shopping, the orchestra, museums, zoo, and restaurants representing food from around the world
• Numerous internship opportunities available to students due to urban location
• Four seasons: Warm summers, mild fall and spring, and cold winters with snow

12. • International House
A community within the Campus Apartments for international and American students
interested in cultural exchange
• Campus Apartments
One-, two-, or four-bedroom furnished apartments
• Living Off-Campus
Indianapolis offers many options at all price ranges
for rented apartments throughout the city. You can
sharing the rent for a two- or three-bedroom
apartment with other students.

13. International Student Services
• Professional staff provide support
throughout your degree program
• Comprehensive orientation and
welcome services
• Assistance with cultural and
educational adjustment
• Peer Mentoring for undergraduate
students
• Group activities and programs to help
students meet people and learn
about Indianapolis

14. IUPUI Traditions
MLK Day of
Democracy
Service
Plaza
Friday
IUPUI
Culture
Regatta
Hours
Weeks of International
Welcome Festival

15. 2011-2012 Undergraduate Estimated Expenses
for One Academic Year (9 months)
*Graduate expenses vary by program
Annual Tuition & Fees $26,956
Living expenses $11,340
Books& Supplies $1,100
Health Insurance $1,038
Total $40,434

16. Undergraduate Merit Scholarships
Competitive Scholarships
$15,000 - $20,000 and
Deadline: December 1 housing
Additional application required, Freshman only
Freshman Scholarships
• $4,000 - $12,000 per year
Deadline: February 1 • Possible housing stipends
NO Additional application required • Based on high school
Renewable for four years grades and test scores
Transfer Scholarships
• $5,000
Deadline: February 1 • based on GPA
NO Additional application required
Renewable for two years

17. Limited number of Athletic scholarships for the following
NCAA Division I Sports:
Men’s Sports Women’s Sports
• Basketball
• Basketball • Cross Country
• Cross Country • Golf
• Golf • Soccer
• Soccer • Softball
• Swimming & Diving • Swimming & Diving
• Tennis • Tennis
• Track & Field • Track & Field
• Volleyball

18. Graduate Financial Aid
Competitive programs
University Fellowships
Full or partial research or teaching
assistantships
Some programs may offer partial tuition
scholarships
Should contact the department of interest for
more detailed information

19. Undergraduate Application Checklist
• Application and Fee
• Official Academic Records (transcripts)
• TOEFL 61 or IELTS 5.5
• SAT or ACT scores if you are still in high school and
applying for competitive scholarships
• Financial Documentation:
• Financial Support Form from your sponsor (usually a
parent)
• Bank statement documenting your ability to pay tuition
and living expenses for one academic year
• Photocopy of your passport
• (to ensure correct spelling and format of your name on
your I-20)
See our website for complete application instructions and materials:
Deadline for applications : March 1 for Fall Semester, October 1 for Spring Semester

20. Graduate Application Requirements
• Always contact the academic department
• May have additional requirements,
recommendation letters, etc.
• Many programs require online application
• $60 Application Fee
• Official Academic Records (transcripts)
• Minimum TOEFL 79 or IELTS 6.0
• (Many programs have higher TOEFL/IELTS scores )
• Financial Documentation:
• Financial Support Form from your sponsor (usually a
parent)
• Bank statement documenting your ability to pay tuition
and living expenses for one academic year
• Photocopy of your passport
• (to ensure correct spelling and format of your name on
your I-20)

21. Contact the Office of International
Affairs
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Office of International Affairs
Website iapply.iupui.edu
Email iapply@iupui.edu
Phone 317-247-7000
Fax 317-278-2213