Indiana Colleges
Costs of Attendance
For the academic year 2024-2025, the average cost of attendance (COA) of Indiana colleges is $48,605 for undergraduate students and $39,774 for graduate students.
For in-state undergraduate students, the average total cost is $26,249, while out-of-state undergraduate students pay an average of $48,605. Graduate students pay $26,792 for in-state and $39,774 for out-of-state attendance. Off-campus students can expect living costs of approximately $16,119 for room and board. Books and supplies cost an average of $1,265 per academic year.
| Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Living Costs | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State | On-Campus | Off-Campus | ||
| Undergraduate | $9,225 | $31,581 | $1,265 | $15,759 | $16,119 |
| Graduate | $9,768 | $22,750 | $1,265 | $15,759 | $16,119 |
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
For the academic year 2024-2025, the average undergraduate tuition and fees at Indiana colleges is $9,225 for in-state students and $31,581 for out-of-state students.
In-state undergraduate students typically pay lower tuition rates compared to out-of-state students, reflecting state subsidies for resident students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Fees | Tuition | Fees | |
| Average | $8,314 | $910 | $30,631 | $950 |
| Public Schools | $8,314 | $910 | $23,738 | $910 |
| 4 Years or High | $8,557 | $910 | $24,800 | $910 |
| 2-4 Years | $5,154 | - | $9,935 | - |
| Less Than 2 Years | - | - | - | - |
| Private Schools | - | - | $33,170 | $966 |
| 4 Years or High | - | - | $35,918 | $991 |
| 2-4 Years | - | - | $15,032 | $825 |
| Less Than 2 Years | - | - | - | - |
Graduate Tuition & Fees
For the academic year 2024-2025, the average graduate tuition and fees at Indiana colleges is $9,768 for in-state students and $22,750 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Fees | Tuition | Fees | |
| Average Costs | $8,883 | $885 | $21,907 | $842 |
| Public Schools | $8,883 | $885 | $22,207 | $885 |
| Private Schools | - | - | $21,795 | $823 |
Room & Board, Other Living Costs
For the academic year 2024-2025, the average on-campus living costs at Indiana colleges is $15,759, while off-campus living costs average $16,119. Living costs represent a significant portion of total college expenses and include room and board plus additional expenses for students.
| On-Campus | Off-Campus | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Room & Board | Other Expenses | Room & Board | Other Expenses | |
| Average | $12,964 | $2,795 | $11,749 | $4,370 |
| Public Schools | $12,317 | $2,892 | $11,866 | $3,945 |
| 4 Years or High | $12,317 | $2,892 | $11,983 | $3,889 |
| 2-4 Years | - | - | $10,336 | $4,672 |
| Less Than 2 Years | - | - | - | - |
| Private Schools | $13,187 | $2,761 | $11,705 | $4,531 |
| 4 Years or High | $13,367 | $2,827 | $11,452 | $3,877 |
| 2-4 Years | $8,160 | $919 | $13,323 | $8,717 |
| Less Than 2 Years | - | - | - | - |
Tuition per Credit Hours
For the academic year 2024-2025, the average undergraduate cost per credit hour at Indiana colleges is $283 for in-state students and $1,065 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, the average cost per credit hour is $385 for in-state students and $846 for out-of-state students.
Per credit hour pricing provides flexible tuition payment options for students taking varying course loads and is particularly beneficial for part-time students, working professionals, and those pursuing degrees at their own pace. Understanding cost per credit hour is essential for calculating total tuition expenses based on credit requirements for degree completion. These rates apply to both traditional classroom courses and online programs, though specific pricing may vary by program type and delivery method.
The comprehensive tables and charts below break down per credit hour costs by degree level (undergraduate vs graduate), school type (public vs private institutions), program length, and residency status.
| Undergraduate | Graduate | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State | In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Average | $283 | $1,065 | $385 | $846 |
| Public Schools | $283 | $806 | $385 | $951 |
| 4 Years or High | $291 | $842 | $385 | $951 |
| 2-4 Years | $178 | $349 | - | - |
| Less Than 2 Years | - | - | - | - |
| Private Schools | - | $1,168 | - | $804 |
| 4 Years or High | - | $1,229 | - | $804 |
| 2-4 Years | - | $512 | - | - |
| Less Than 2 Years | - | - | - | - |
| 2-4 years and less than 2 years colleges do not offer graduate programs or not report its costs. | ||||