Indiana University - Bloomington Reviews

  • 199 Reviews
  • Bloomington (IN)
  • Annual Tuition: $39,120
89% of 199 students said this degree improved their career prospects
93% of 199 students said they would recommend this school to others
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Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/29/2015
  • Degree: Secondary Education
"It was an experience that I am grateful for. It was a lot of work, and a lot of money. But in my opinion, worth it."
Christopher Ambrose
  • Reviewed: 9/9/2015
  • Degree: Public Health
"this school has been around forever, as a result their curriculum is looked to nationwide. It is extremely rewarding to be part of an institution that is on the cutting edge of it's field."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 9/1/2015
  • Degree: Management
"It was a great experience all around. I was able to get a top-notch, well-rounded education that prepared me for my career, and I was also able to meet people from all walks of life. The student body has opportunities to get involved for everyone there. Also, the campus is absolutely beautiful."
Jacquee Williams
  • Reviewed: 8/27/2015
  • Degree: Education
"The ELPS program contains very well known professionals who have had years in the field and academic papers and books to support their contribution to the International and Comparative Education field. The courses have a heavy reading load that supplements the lesson of the day and provides insight on topics that would otherwise need longer discussion times. Career support is readily available with both the educators and the students, as all come from a variety of backgrounds and have unique specialties and experiences. Though the program is knowledgeable in educational policy given its professors' backgrounds, it would be helpful if they integrated a mandatory graduate assistantship in a office dealing with international students and affairs or a semester studying abroad. The surrounding area is cut off from major cities leaving students with limited professional advancement opportunities and interactions with other cultures. Also, the program is mainly policy. Internationalization is starting to become a main focus of higher education institutions, the program could benefit if they added more courses that focused on study abroad and exchange issues since the university itself is interested in recruiting students from other countries."
Cole
  • Reviewed: 8/10/2015
  • Degree: English
"IU provided a fun college experience in addition to quality classes. I suggest starting your Freshman year in a Living Learning Community (presuming they still have those) as they connect you to people with similar interests who can become friends and/or generally helpful in whatever your academic/lifestyle focus is! There are drawbacks of IU, of course. There is an excessive focus on the "big" sports; mostly I never bumped shoulders with athletes (specifically male athletes whose primary goal in college was to improve their athletic ability in popular sports such as basketball and football) since I tended towards niche classes, but what I did see of them in larger classes was that they were often absent, only showing up for tests, or were present but markedly lacking in basic academic skills such as vocabulary, engaging in discussions, and oral comprehension. Additionally, male students of the "tailgating" or "party on Mom and Dad's Dime" variety were numerous and made their presence known in an unwanted way for female students. In conclusion, for students whose primary goal is academic advancement, the "learning is optional!" attitude of a visible percentage of students at IU may drag down the atmosphere into something that is exasperating at times, but for those who can shrug that off the school offers fantastic courses that are worth it! With diligent planning of your living situation, classes, and social life, you will find that there *are* others who share your passions and there will be ample opportunities to form lasting, productive relationships with them while having a good time."
Trevor Gresham
  • Reviewed: 8/9/2015
  • Degree: Law
"The pros are that it is very fulfilling and is a top ranked program. The faculty is amazing and very helpful and everything is within walking distance. The cons are that the textbooks are incredibly expensive as is the price of tuition"
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 7/20/2015
  • Degree: Human Resources
"Extremely valuable education; hands-on professors with real-world experiences."
Katherine Webb
  • Reviewed: 7/19/2015
  • Degree: Music
"The pros are the world class faculty, the friendly competitive drive within the school of music, and the quality of programming and performance experience. The university recently discontinued their student health inurance option, which is a major drawback. The online systems are not streamlined and the email system is unusual compared to other schools."
Chelsea Liddell
  • Reviewed: 7/10/2015
  • Degree: Library Science
"The very first thing I noticed upon entering the Library Science program at Indiana University was how warm and welcoming the faculty and staff are. The classes, collections, and infrastructure are incredible, but the true strength of this program is its people. Professors are enthusiastic and eager to speak with students, staff members are always happy to demonstrate their work, and everyone works together to make sure you get as many experiences as possible in as many areas as possible. I have honestly never felt so supported and challenged in any other academic setting."
Nathan Harbison
  • Reviewed: 6/24/2015
  • Degree: Public Administration
"The School of Public and Environmental Affairs' (SPEA) graduate program is phenomenal in many ways. Some of those ways include, but are not limited to, the high quality of courses and the excellent career support the school provides. I myself have worked in the career development office that is dedicated to SPEA students specifically so I have seen all the exceptional work they do first hand. However, though not a major issue, Indiana University is located in a small town in Indiana therefore some of the perks of living in a major city are not available to students during their time at Indiana University."
Brian Kelley
  • Reviewed: 6/24/2015
  • Degree: Accounting
"I thought that the Kelley School of Business curriculum was both challenging and exciting. The materials we learned were relevant, topical, and have assisted me as I've moved forward in my career. I would wholeheartedly recommend IU to anyone that was wondering if it was the right place to go."
Jaime Carini
  • Reviewed: 6/22/2015
  • Degree: Performing Arts
"Indiana University Jacobs School of Music is one of the best in the world, and students have teachers who are superstars in the classical music world. This kind of access is pricey, and with so many top-notch students attending this fine institution, full-funding is very limited and not available to everyone who deserves it. Still, if you want to develop your career and to grow as a musician technically and artistically, then there is a professor here for you."
Luke Copeland
  • Reviewed: 6/16/2015
  • Degree: Communications
"Indiana University is a world class institution. Bloomington is a beautiful campus, the professors are friendly and knowledgable, excellent classmates/students/locals, school spirit, and plenty of sports and/or groups to get involved in. I would absolutely recommend IU to anyone looking for a great college experience."
Bryce Owens
  • Reviewed: 6/16/2015
  • Degree: Law
"I went to Law School at IU Bloomington in the class of 1985. The group of students that I attended with were some of the smartest friendliest and most intellectually challenging that I have ever met. I can not think of a better place to pursue a Law Degree. My professors took a real interest in us and really taught us how to, "think like a lawyer". If you go, same some time to go to the Law School watering hole, Nicks."
Joe
  • Reviewed: 6/10/2015
  • Degree: Information Technology
"The Informatics program at IU was the best decision I could have made. The program was among the very first Informatics programs in the nation and prepared students for careers as consultants, business analysts, tech leads, etc. The coursework was project-heavy, so students learned how to work within a team environment towards meeting milestones and deadlines."
goiu76
  • Reviewed: 6/9/2015
  • Degree: Political Science
"Political Science was a great base for those going to law school. However, friends encouraged me to take advantage of IU's business school, which turned out to be world class. While I had offers to work in government based on my social sciences education, the business school opened up a whole new set of opportunities. The Kelley Business school also offered an incredible class, X410, which helped bring hiring companies to campus, to help prepare graduates' resumes and mock interviews to be at your best when the time came."
law graduate 2015
  • Reviewed: 5/29/2015
  • Degree: Law
"While the overall education and experience I gained from this institution was valuable, the administration was unhelpful and at times disorganized."
Sarah S
  • Reviewed: 5/29/2015
  • Degree: Art & Design
"I loved The School of Public and Environmental Affairs at IU because we felt like a family. It was not about competing with your peers, but having discussions and learning to see others points of view. The adjunct professors taught students about the real world application of our major."
Kristen Hicks
  • Reviewed: 5/25/2015
  • Degree: Business
"Cons: No diversity, small city, not much fun for minorities BUT Pros: Amazing curriculum, staff who actually care and are accessible, kind people (not cutthroat), rigorous work so you learn."
Sara
  • Reviewed: 5/21/2015
  • Degree: Cultural Studies
"Growing up in Indiana, all my life I dreamed of going to IU. Right after high school I walked through the sample gates off of Kirkwood Avenue as a student. IU is a big school, and it can be easy to get lost in the shuffle. However, class sizes are relatively small for most classes and instructors proved to have both the time and interest in helping me to succeed. For the larger required classes, like math, there are large lectures that are then broken down to smaller lab meetings throughout the week. So, even the large classes are made personal. I also lived in campus housing in McNutt dormitory. It was there that I met friends that I have to this day, nearly 20 years later. Living on campus was convenient and even though the campus is large, it doesn't take more than 15-20 minutes to walk anywhere on campus. This is not a hardship because the campus itself is beautiful and I found it relaxing to walk through.I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the community of Bloomington as part of my college experience. Bloomington is a great place to live; it has a lot of great restaurants, clubs, and interesting but quirky shops. It's a wonderful place to live and attend school, your home away from home!"