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2026-27 cycleSouth Bend, IN
Indiana University-South Bend
Indiana University-South Bend is a public university situated along the St. Joseph River in South Bend, Indiana. Serving as a key regional campus of Indiana University, it offers accessible undergraduate programs in business, health sciences, education, and the liberal arts.
Acceptance rate
85%
Undergrad enrollment
3,918
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
Free
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling AdmissionSpring Priority Admission Deadline | December 15, 2026 |
| ScholarshipSelective Scholarship Application Deadline | February 10, 2027 |
| ScholarshipGeneral Scholarship Application Deadline | March 1, 2027 |
| Financial AidFAFSA Priority Deadline | April 15, 2027 |
| ScholarshipScholarship Confirmation Deadline | May 1, 2027 |
| Rolling AdmissionFall Priority Admission Deadline | August 1, 2027 |
| TransferFall Transfer Priority Deadline | August 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
No supplemental essays required
Indiana University-South Bend does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.
Data gathered August 2026.