Indiana University-Purdue University--Fort Wayne

Summary

Quick Stats

2101 E. Coliseum Boulevard
Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499

Phone: (260) 481-6812

Tuition:

$7,273 in-state

$17,467 out-of-state

Students:

13,402 enrolled

Admissions:

August 1 application deadline

August 1 accepted

Indiana University-Purdue University--Fort Wayne is a public institution that was founded in 1964. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 13,402, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 682 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Indiana University-Purdue University--Fort Wayne's ranking in the 2012 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities (Midwest), Tier 2. Its in-state tuition and fees are $7,273 (2010-11); out-of-state tuition and fees are $17,467 (2010-11).

School mission (as provided by the school):

Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is a joint campus of two internationally recognized Big Ten schools. IPFW is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. It has the broadest scope of programs of all institutions of higher learning in northeastern Indiana, offering more than 200 degree and certificate options. IPFW has a diverse enrollment of more than 14,000 students encompassing many ages, races, and nationalities. Through exemplary standards in teaching, research, and service, IPFW reflects Indiana University and Purdue University commitments to excellence and lifelong learning. IPFW provides its students the opportunity for success through its academic diversity, affordability, and flexibility.

General Information

School type - public, coed college

Year founded - 1964

Religious affiliation - N/A

Academic calendar - semester

Setting - suburban

2010 Endowment - $31,798,576

Applying

Selectivity - less selective

Fall 2010 acceptance rate - 95%

Application deadline - August 1

SAT/ACT scores must be received by - August 1

Academic Life

Class sizes - Class sizes

Student-faculty ratio - 19:1

4-year graduation rate - 8% - Low

Five most popular majors for 2010 graduates -

Business Administration and Management, General 18%
General Studies 16%
Education, General 12%
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 7%
Visual and Performing Arts, General 7%