Indiana University - Bloomington vs Indiana University - Indianapolis

This page compares Indiana University - Bloomington and Indiana University - Indianapolis across admissions data, cost of attendance, and employment outcomes using official ABA 509 disclosures.

In the U.S. News rankings, Indiana University - Bloomington is ranked #46 compared to #107 — a gap of 61 positions that often correlates with differences in employment outcomes and peer assessment scores.

There is a meaningful difference in admissions competitiveness: Indiana University - Bloomington has a median LSAT of 164 compared to 155, a gap of 9 points. This suggests applicants to Indiana University - Bloomington face a more competitive admissions pool.

Indiana University - Bloomington is significantly more selective, with an acceptance rate of 35.8% compared to Indiana University - Indianapolis's 55.9%.

Both schools are located in Indiana — Indiana University - Bloomington in Bloomington and Indiana University - Indianapolis in Indianapolis — meaning graduates often compete in the same regional legal market.

On cost, Indiana University - Indianapolis has lower tuition at - per year compared to $36,950. Combined with employment rates of 91.9% (IU) and 87.9% (Indiana University), prospective students should weigh the cost-to-outcome ratio carefully.

Among cross-admitted applicants, Indiana University - Indianapolis offered a median scholarship of $60,000 compared to $48,750, a difference of $11,250 that may factor into enrollment decisions.