by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Indiana University-Bloomington, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Indiana University-Bloomington came in at $12,144 per year. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $41,891. In-state residents pay notably less as a result.
The fees portion of those totals added up to $1,522 in-state and $1,522 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,622 | $40,369 |
| Fees | $1,522 | $1,522 |
| Total | $12,144 | $41,891 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and exclude room and board.
Remember that a lot of students receive financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The totals here are the list price.
How much would Indiana University-Bloomington cost if you attend part time? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For perspective, here is how Indiana University-Bloomington tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In IN | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Inexpensive | Expensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, Indiana University-Bloomington sits above the national average.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Check the Indiana University-Bloomington Financial Aid page for more.
Tuition at Indiana University-Bloomington has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $9,913 | $36,932 |
| Two Years Ago | $10,012 | $37,685 |
| One Year Ago | $10,312 | $39,004 |
| Most Recent Year | $10,622 | $40,369 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at IU Bloomington has trended over the reported years.
In the latest reported year, out-of-state tuition rose 3.5%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $43,357 for the coming year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
Over the reported years, in-state tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 2.33%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $12,427. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 2.99%, so next year out-of-state students could pay around $43,142.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $12,427 | $43,142 |
| In 2 Years | $12,717 | $44,431 |
| In 3 Years | $13,013 | $45,758 |
| In 4 Years | $13,316 | $47,125 |
| In 5 Years | $13,626 | $48,533 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $180,456, or about $51,473 for in-state students.
Tuition is just the starting figure — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
For more on the aid available at Indiana University-Bloomington, head to the Indiana University-Bloomington Financial Aid page.
