Key Facts about IUP for International Students

50+

countries where students are from

25%+

non-white and international students

70

minutes from Pittsburgh, PA

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Why Study at IUP?

IUP is an ideal setting for international students looking to transition to a new country and culture. You'll meet a vibrant and diverse community that includes students from around the world and from many ethnic, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds.

IUP's main campus is in Indiana, Pennsylvania: a welcoming, safe, and friendly college town of about 15,000 people. Indiana is an hour's drive from Pittsburgh, which means you'll enjoy easy access to the city.

 

Find Your Program

IUP is home to more than 160 high-quality programs including 100+ bachelor’s programs, 40+ master’s degree programs, and 13 doctoral programs. In addition to our university-wide accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, many of our programs have received accreditation from professional organizations in their field. 

Here, you can study in programs ranging from STEM to healthcare and education, ranked among the top in the United States by publications like US News and World Report. Browse our programs to find an option that fits your interests and career goals.

Let’s Find a Major or Degree Program That Fits You

Choose one of the following ways to discover your major or degree here at IUP.

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Cost and Financial Aid for International Students

We know that studying abroad can be expensive. That’s why we work with all of our international students to make an IUP education as affordable as possible. Learn about our tuition and fees for international students, as well as scholarship options and tuition waivers to afford your IUP education. 

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American Language Institute

The American Language Institute at IUP offers full-time, non-credit programs of intensive English for international students and visitors. Learn about programs, costs, calendars, and schedules.