The IU Education

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800,000+IU alumni living and working around the world

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Build your ideal path

With more than 200 majors across 12 schools at IU, you’ll find the path that inspires you and create your ideal academic experience. At IU Bloomington, you’ll earn more than a degree—you’ll gain the tools you need to accomplish your dreams.

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Herman B Wells

"You are here to further your education—and education is something vastly more than schooling. Its fundamental purpose is to teach man to think—to think straight, if possible, but in any event, to think for themselves."

Herman B Wells11th president of Indiana University

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Prepare for what comes next

With your IU degree, you’ll gain the experience, skills, connections, and the confidence you need to build a fulfilling and meaningful career—no matter what field you choose.

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Gain a global mindset

At IU, your education goes beyond the classroom—and around the world! Choose from 380+ study abroad programs, from spring break trips to immersive semester-long experiences in a range of areas of study.

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Find where you belong

From 900+ student organizations to campus traditions 200+ years in the making, you’ll find a countless ways to get involved on campus and find your community.

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A legacy of success

IU Bloomington has one of the largest alumni networks in the world, with 800,000+ graduates ready to give back to students and help you fuel your success. Connect with alums in every arena—screenwriters, CEOs, astronomers, public policy experts, and more.

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