Admissions Overview
The admission process at Indiana University-South Bend has a 86% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Indiana University-South Bend has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
86%
Less Selective
Application Volume
2,777
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
37%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Indiana University-South Bend has a 86% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Indiana University-South Bend evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Indiana University-South Bend. About 27% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 970 to 1,170. Additionally, about 1% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 21 to 25.
SAT Scores
27% of students submitted400
1600
970 – 1170
200
800
490 – 590
200
800
480 – 580
ACT Scores
1% of students submitted1
36
21 – 25
1
36
21 – 26
1
36
19 – 26
Admission Statistics
2,777 students applied to IUSB. Of those, 86% were accepted (2,388 students). Of these 2,388 accepted students, 886 chose to enroll.
2,777
Total Applicants
2,388
Students Admitted
886
Students Enrolled
86%
Acceptance Rate