About Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne
Founded in 1964, Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne. is a Public college. Located in Indiana, which is a city setting in Indiana, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 11,453 full time undergraduate students, and 557 full time graduate students.
The Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 16:1. There are 306 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
93%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
50
SAT Range
860-1080
ACT Range
18-24
Admissions at IPFW are considered Less Selective, with ,25% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 45 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
71% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 33% were in the top quarter, and 12% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne.
3%
“We”re apathetic”
33%
“We know about current events and vote”
60%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
3%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
3%
“We save it for the classroom”
23%
“Sometimes, but not often”
53%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
20%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
30%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
70%
“I feel extremely safe”
19%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
31%
“We live for the big game”
10%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
63%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
7%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
3%
“Available in class”
47%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
33%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
57%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
10%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
7%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
70%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
20%
“We only party on weekends”
3%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
20%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
73%
“There might be people who do”
3%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
3%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
3%
“We”re apathetic”
33%
“We know about current events and vote”
60%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
3%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
3%
“We save it for the classroom”
23%
“Sometimes, but not often”
53%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
20%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
30%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
70%
“I feel extremely safe”
19%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
50%
“We bought the gear”
31%
“We live for the big game”
10%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
63%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
7%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
3%
“Available in class”
47%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
33%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
57%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
10%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
83 Students rated on-campus housing 3.8 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
66 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
99 Students rated campus food 3 stars. 11 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
107 Students rated campus facilities 4.1 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
107 Students rated class size 4.3 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
107 Students rated school activities 3.6 stars. 23 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
107 Students rated local services 4.2 stars. 46 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
107 Students rated academics 3.9 stars. 30 % gave the school a 5.0.
Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne?
33 Students rated Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne
Maureen
I am a previous dual-enrollment student with this university. The professors were extremely helpful in my peculiar online learning setting. While some enrolled students attended the classes in-person, the professors still provided me with many resources to aid my learning as well as opportunities to schedule appointments with them as they would with any other student. The resources, flexibility, academics, and investment in each individual student accelerated my career as a student to new accomplishments and future goals.
Emersen
I was a commuter student, so I can't say much about dorm life or the cafeteria food. It's a school thats meant for commuters: being one of the only if not the only school in Indiana with free parking, and lots of it. It's affordable, and its in an affordable area, but its very small. There's a surprising amount of arts, and outside students are encouraged to join the plays and musicals the school puts on. A good place to start and gather up gen eds, but many people end up transferring a few years in.
Gretchen
Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne is an amazing school! The moment I stepped on campus I knew it was the one for me. This is my second year attending, and while the world's circumstances have made it a little difficult, the faculty has all been very active in helping students adjust. I changed majors during my first year, and the advising staff were very helpful; they were willing to talk to me and give me information about the majors they advised and help me find the one that fit best. The professors can be a mixed bag, but you get that at any school. Most are very involved and will do anything to help their students--whether that be with things within their class or outside of it! The students are fun, classes are interesting, and overall I don't regret choosing this school at all. I'd choose it over any other in a heartbeat!
Tanvir
Purdue Fort Wayne is a very unique school. When I came here at a freshman, the overall population or attendance of students at the school had been quite few. The professors which I had my freshman year were very good at teaching and professional. You could tell that they were experts in the fields that they were teaching in. The facilities are great! The library which they have is great! However the on-campus food is a bit of a problem mainly because it is so expensive. However that may be the case for every college.
Overall I would rate the college a 3 out of 5 stars.
Emily
I think that Indiana University - Purdue University is great because they really encourage their students to learn, they provide every opportunity to assist when needed. Seeing students succeed is their highest priority. The campus itself is very nice, I love to study at the library. They have a local coffee shop on campus which is awesome I can support some place local plus have coffee so close!
Savanah
It’s a very affordable, safe, and great campus to be at. There’s plenty of opportunities to get involved with activies and jobs. There’s always room for making new friends and finding the best study areas. It’s a really great campus and is enjoyable to be on for the duration of college days.
Ashley
It is a great place that cares about its students. It is also a beautiful campus located central of Fort Wayne. All the professors are helpful and accessible when the student reaches out. There are also a ton of options for courses to be taken. The different clubs and organizations really care about their students too.
Brooke
This year I started attending volleyball games with my boyfriends family and before that I had never considered attending PFW. I went on a visit a few weeks after the volleyball game and fell in love with the campus! Even though I will be commuting and not spending all of my time at PFW I completely recommend this to ALL students. There are groups and activities for all people! Student life at PFW is phenomenal. All incoming freshman/transfer students should check out PFW! You cannot beat this.
Fatimah
I think it is a pretty amazing campus which I would be proud to attend in the upcoming school year. The serenity of the campus is a plus. the housing system is like no other. You have the opportunity to have your own individual room in their apartment-style housing. If you enjoy cooking, there is a kitchen readily available for yourself and your flatmates. It is a well-rounded campus.
Abigail
I like my school. It's not a huge college like Purdue's main campus, but there are some perks to it being small. I have been lucky and always had great professors. It can be small sometimes, a little cramped. I loved student housing when I lived there. It was recently redone and it very homey.
Alicia
I enjoy going to IPFW, although it's now PFW and IUFW, but it's a really nice campus. Plenty of areas to study, lots of students do group work and help each other. Most professors are available and many try and help as much as they can. I have yet to have a professor I haven't liked and have enjoyed all of my classes, even organic chemistry and that is saying something.
Savannah
It’s a local college, so it’s a lot less expensive, but it also has a beautiful campus, with plenty of places to go and explore outdoors. I skipped and entire day of (2) classes to walk around in the waking spring flora. The teachers are a very mixed bunch, with some approachable and lax, while others get your head in the acedemic game. Overall, 10/10!
Juliana
I love going to school at IPFW. The campus is beautiful and welcoming. The professors are always willing to help. The professors i have had have always been available to me whenever I needed them whether it was through email or office hours. I would recommend IPFW to anyone!
Kathryn
When I went for a visit, they were extremely welcoming. They did a presentation and offered to answer any questions we had. During the tour, they showed all they had to offer, including housing, classes, and facilities. They also specialized the tour for the major I was interested in. The college was absolutely amazing!
Miles
It was a very well rounded school. There we're any opportunities to get into sports, arts, and clubs. The students are very helpful as well as the professors. The safety is a big priority and there are areas to request police presence should someone feel uncomfortable.
Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne FAQS
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne is 93%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
Knowing what I know now I would have never quit college the first time because it is the hardest thing to get back into college. I would definately go back and redo everything. I would go to class and work my hardest on my school work. I would encourage all my friends to stay in and do there best. I am ready to get a degree and start a career and raise my child.
What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?
I think the worst thing about our school is the fact that there are no dining halls. There are restaurants within the campus that are national and local chains, but there are no food plans available. They have plans to add one in the neat future, though.
Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!
Seeing that i come from Gary,Indiana its very different being around a variety of different people. Different cultures, ethnic backgrounds, and colors.
It has lots of programs for students like me whom are unaware of what to expect coming into college. I was a first generation student so it was helpful.
What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?
I really do not "brag " about my school as I am unhappy there. Previously, I was attending another local but private university which I really
enjoyed. However, I became overwhelmed with the cost of college each semester and found it difficult to concentrate and make decisions.
I thought that going to a less expensive school would solve a large portion of my stress. However, that was not the case, and in fact has
created even more stress to my life as I have found that the majority of staff at this school do not seem to care about the students.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
86% of students attending Indiana University-Purdue University-Fort Wayne receive some sort of financial aid.
42% were awarded federal grants.49%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.