University of Indianapolis

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School Description

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Mission and Purpose

The mission of the University of Indianapolis is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve, and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The Univerity equips its students to become more capable in thought, judgment, communication, and action; to enhance their imaginations and creative talents; to gain a deeper understanding of the teachings of the Christian faith and an appreciation and respect for other religions; to cultivate rationality and tolerance for ambiguity; and to use the intellect in the process of discovery and the synthesis of knowledge.

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University of Indianapolis

From Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia

The University of Indianapolis is a university located in Indianapolis, Indiana, and affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The shortened name it uses is UIndy. With a branch campus in Athens Greece, and affilitions with campuses in Belize, the People's Republic of China, Cyprus, and Israel, the campus embraces a very diverse population of students and opportunities. Established in 1902, the university offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees and has approximately 4,300 students.

Academics

The University of Indianapolis offers 9 associate's, 70 bachelor's, 22 master's, and 5 doctoral programs.

UIndy is organized into the following schools and colleges:

  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • Krannert School of Physical Therapy
  • School of Adult Learning
  • School of Business
  • School of Nursing
  • School of Psychological Sciences
  • School of Occupational Therapy

UIndy also has an international branch campus, named University of Indianapolis—Athens, in Greece.

History

The university was chartered in 1902, but instruction did not start until 1905. When established, it was formally called Indiana Central University (ICU), but colloquially known as Indiana Central College (ICC) from 1921 to 1975. "ICU" can still be seen in brick on the front side of Krannert Memorial Library on campus. In 1986, the name became University of Indianapolis.

Presidents

  • J. T. Roberts, 1905-1908
  • L. D. Bonebrake, 1909-1915
  • I. J. Good, 1915-1944
  • I. Lynd Esch, 1945-1970
  • Gene E. Sease, 1970-1988
  • G. Benjamin Lantz, Jr., 1988-1998
  • Jerry M. Israel, 1998-2005
  • Beverley J. Pitts, 2005-Present

In 2005, the institution announced the selection of Beverley J. Pitts as its eighth president. Dr. Pitts, an administrator at Ball State University, assumed the presidential post on July 5, 2005 upon the retirement of Jerry Israel, who had held the position since 1998.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Midwest
Setting:
Large City Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
United Methodist
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Greyhounds

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
2,957
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
98%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 18,070
Students Receiving Aid:
97%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 20
Selectivity:
Selective
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Students

General
Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 98%
Part-Time 2%
Men vs. Women
Women 66%
Men 34%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 82%
African-American 9%
Other 7%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 1%
Geography
In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 88%
Out-of-State 12%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Indiana 88%
Illinois 3%
Michigan 1%
Ohio 1%
Kentucky 0%
Percent of Students International: 15%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 37%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
Basketball (Great Lakes Valley Conference)
Baseball (Great Lakes Valley Conference)
Track (Great Lakes Valley Conference)
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 18,070    
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 17,980    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 100    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 1,593 65%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 5,252 44%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 6,380 95%  
Student Loans:
$ 4,946 72%  
Any Aid:
  97%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 78% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 86%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 460, Math: 460
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 570, Math: 570
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 42%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 18, Verbal: 18, Math: 18
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 25, Verbal: 24, Math: 24

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 20.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Not Required
Test Scores: Required

Degree Programs at University of Indianapolis

Associate's Level Majors
Bachelor's Level Majors

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