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Academics

Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 19:1
Full-Time Student Population 37,472
Part-Time Student Population 4,875
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 1,721
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 357
Total FT Faculty 2,418
Faculty with Terminal Degree 75%
Average Faculty Salary $90,994
Full-Time Retention Rate 90%
Part-Time Retention Rate 67%
Transfer-Out Rate 18%
Graduation Rate 71%
Programs/Majors Offered 132
Average Course Load 12-18 credits
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? Yes
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 Students: 34%
  • 20 to 49 Students: 47%
  • 50 or More Students: 19%

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IU is widely recognized as an institution that can turn floundering freshmen into impressive, work-ready professionals in four short years. A diverse selection of classes from which to choose, qualified and specialized teachers, and a myriad of extracurricular academic options available help to sustain that reputation. Regular access to professors outside of class can make or break some classes, and a student might have to go out of his or her way to dodge the anonymity that can accompany a huge student body. However, there are options that can bring a much sought-after small-school experience to a big-school environment.

Because of large class sizes (particularly the general education courses), a lot of responsibility falls squarely on the student’s shoulders. This isn’t like high school. No one will notice if you don’t attend a lecture class of 200 or sleep through a midterm, and it’s quite easy to get lost in the shuffle. Professors’ office hours, mandatory small discussion sessions, and a network of undergraduates all in the same boat help combat the obscurity of being an IU student. Recent provisions for freshmen by the administration have been widely acknowledged and appreciated by the student body, and if you have enough drive, IU’s academics can take you as far as you care to go.

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Academics at Indiana University

rachelkpeterson

School Psychology '12

4.2
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Manageable

Workload is never too bad as long as you stay on top of it and dedicate time to it every day. Professors really want you to do well in class so they make sure to provide students with office hours and sometimes even review sessions. A lot of people like to study in the Library Stacks because it is always silent and pretty empty.

May 10, 2012

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rachelkpeterson

School Psychology '12

4.2
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Profs Want You to Succeed

The professors really want you to succeed so they will provide a number of opportunities to meet them out of class, meet with teaching assistants, have review sessions, and gauge student understanding. The teachers at IU are always available for consultation and provide great advice for what to do after graduation, whether it be in higher education or finding a job.

May 10, 2012

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cirq

International Business '13

3.8
B+

Academics Are Adequate

Most of my professors are really cool as people and researchers, but suboptimal when it comes to tests. The curricula of my courses so far as been interesting, although I had one teacher who didn't understand what was appropriate to give to undergraduates. He had been teaching doctoral candidates for his entire college career. The registration process is ok, but I wish that they let you sign up for things like C101 instead of having to have the section number. Also, if you change your registration after your initial registration period, they charge you $8.50. It's not a lot of money, but I feel like changing before the semester doesn't cost them that much money. Workload is ok. I like the international study options. A lot of people come to IU for Kelley and then drop when they realize that they aren't as competitive as Kelley students are. It's a constant conflict and a constant grind. I don't think it would be inappropriate to liken Kelley to an arena. Class discussion doesn't happen anywhere but in my literature classes. Even when professors purport to want us to participate, they limit the opportunities for us to do so.

Apr 27, 2012

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User rating for Indiana University - Academics is 4.6 out of 5 based on 63 user reviews.

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Instructional Programs Occupational: Yes
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: Yes
Recreational/Avocational: Yes
Adult Basic Remedial: Yes
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: Yes
Life Experience Credits: Yes
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • Jacobs School of Music
  • Kelley School of Business
  • School of Education
  • School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation
  • School of Informatics
  • School of Journalism
  • School of Nursing
  • School of Optometry
  • School of Public and Environmental Affairs
Degrees Awarded
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Certificate
  • Doctorate - Professional practice
  • Doctorate - Research/scholarship
  • Master's degree
  • Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Business/Commerce, General: 10%
  • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching: 2%
  • Psychology: 2%
  • Public Administration: 3%
Special Study Options
  • Distance learning opportunities
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
Best Places to Study
  • Business/Public Affairs Library
  • Library
  • Union
Did You Know?
  • IU's Student Union is the largest in the world. With restaurants, a bowling alley, a pool hall, plenty of study space, and a luxury hotel, the Indiana Memorial Union is a gathering place for students working as much as students playing.
  • The Lilly Library has one of the premiere collections of rare books in the world. Among the gems is George Washington's letter accepting the presidency of the United States, the New Testament of the Gutenberg Bible, the first printing of the Declaration of Independence, and four Shakespeare folios.
  • IU's Art Museum was designed by I.M. Pei and Associates— the same firm that designed the entrance to the Louvre in Paris and the National Gallery in Washington, DC.
  • James Watson, one of two biologists credited with the discovery of DNA as we know it today, received his doctorate in zoology from IU in 1950.
  • Other famous IU grads include actor Kevin Kline, television newsperson Jane Pauley, and basketball star Isiah Thomas.
  • Can't find a major out of the 133 offered? Try the Individualized Major Program, which allows students to create their own majors. By basing this unique method of study on your particular goals and interests, you'll graduate with everything you need to know to get where you want to go. Past graduates have found a way to study everything from Japanese animation to fashion photography to ecohumanism via the IMP.

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