Indiana University South Bend

If you want to apply to IU South Bend, the fee for the application is $35.

IU South Bend Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of IU South Bend's admissions stats.

IU South Bend 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	11.2%
Mean SAT Score	1041
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	24.5%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	5.3%
Waitlist	No

Indiana University South Bend Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Indiana University South Bend.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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IU South Bend does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Indiana University South Bend

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to IU South Bend

IU South Bend has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into IU South Bend?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at IU South Bend

Wondering what factors are considered by IU South Bend during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Academic GPA	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Geographical Residence	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered

Make sure to check with IU South Bend for more information on admission factors.

IU South Bend 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to IU South Bend, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with IU South Bend's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into IU South Bend?

Students admitted to IU South Bend have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 74.3% submitted a class rank. At IU South Bend 11.2% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 31.1% were in the top 25% and 66.2% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Indiana University South Bend, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	9.74%
3.75 and 3.99	15.53%
3.50 and 3.74	12.94%
3.25 and 3.49	12.18%
3.00 and 3.24	15.37%
2.50 and 2.9	23.74%
2.00 and 2.49	9.44%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to IU South Bend directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

IU South Bend considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

IU South Bend is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 24.5% of IU South Bend's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 5.3% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for IU South Bend?

To be competitive with other IU South Bend applicants, you should aim to earn between 980 and 1180 (or higher!) on the SAT. At IU South Bend 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1180 and 25% of scored lower than 980, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a IU South Bend student is 1041.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of IU South Bend students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of IU South Bend students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for IU South Bend?

To be most competitive at IU South Bend, you should strive to earn between 19 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for IU South Bend's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for IU South Bend students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Indiana University South Bend

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to IU South Bend. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in IU South Bend during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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IU South Bend Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to IU South Bend?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to IU South Bend.

Does IU South Bend accept transfer credits?

✅ IU South Bend accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. IU South Bend accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does IU South Bend accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ IU South Bend accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to IU South Bend?

❌ No, IU South Bend is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is IU South Bend's acceptance rate?

✅ IU South Bend has an acceptance rate of 89%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at IU South Bend?

❌ IU South Bend does not offer early decision.

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