Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne College Portrait
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Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne
Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is a comprehensive university in Fort Wayne, Indiana, offering associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degree programs, as well as specialized certificate programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The university is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. It has the broadest scope of programs of all institutions of higher learning in northeast Indiana, offering more than 200 degree and certificate options. IPFW has a diverse enrollment of more than 14,000 students encompassing many ages, races, and nationalities. Through exemplary standards in teaching, research, and service, IPFW demonstrates a commitment to excellence and lifelong learning. IPFW provides students the opportunity for success through its academic diversity, affordability, and flexibility. The university also offers a Division I athletics program, intramural sports, and more than 100 student clubs. Student housing is available in apartment-style units.
Living in the Mastodons Community
The Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne Student Life office is dedicated to the enhancement and advancement of IPFW students. By striving to provide co-curricular opportunities, which complement academic pursuits, the Student Life office encourages learning beyond the classroom. The Student Life staff seeks to provide an atmosphere where students not only learn, but are challenged, supported, and heard. With this mission, the Student Life office strives to promote the personal development of students, the leaders of today and tomorrow. The Academic Success Center offers tutoring and advising services. The university also offers a First Year Experience program, and Career Services provides support for students and graduates seeking employment.
The Big Picture: How many students were on campus in Fall 2010?
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| Total Students | 14,192 | |
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Undergraduate Snapshot
| Total Undergraduate Students | 13,402 | |
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| Gender | ||
| Women | 7,377 | 55% |
| Men | 6,025 | 45% |
| Race/Ethnicity | ||
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 58 | <1% |
| Asian | 268 | 2% |
| African American / Black | 1,003 | 7% |
| Hispanic | 511 | 4% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 7 | <1% |
| White | 10,979 | 82% |
| Two or More Races | 196 | 1% |
| International | 167 | 1% |
| Race/Ethnicity Not Reported | 213 | 2% |
| Where do IPFW undergraduates call home? | |
|---|---|
| Indiana | 94% |
| Other US States & Territories | 5% |
| Other Countries | 2% |
| Residency Unknown | <1% |
| How old are IPFW undergraduates? | |
| Average Age | 24 |
| Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older | 31% |
New Student Applications (Fall 2010)
New Freshmen High School Background and Test Scores
Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended
| Test Scores of Enrolled New Freshmen | ACT | SAT |
|---|---|---|
| Composite | 19 - 25 | |
| Math | 18 - 26 | 430 - 550 |
| English | 17 - 24 | |
| Critical Reading | 430 - 530 |
50% of admitted students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
| High School Background of Enrolled New Freshmen | ||
|---|---|---|
| Percent in top 25% of High School Graduating Class | 30% | |
| Percent in top 50% of High School Graduating Class | 68% | |
| Percent of New Freshmen who submitted HS GPA | 85% | |
| Average High School GPA (4-point scale) | 3.01 | |
| Percent who submitted High School GPA | 99% | |
Sticker Price: How much does it cost on average?
Typical Undergraduate Costs for 2009-10 without Financial Aid (Full-Time, In-State Students)
Total Typical Cost of Attendance: $23,932
2011-12 academic year costs of attendance will be available in May of 2011.Out-of-State & Other Costs
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The cost to attend Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne varies based on the individual circumstances of students and may be reduced through grants and scholarships.
How much would I pay?
Financial Aid: How much help is there to pay?
Scholarships & Grants
- 45% of 2009-10 full-time undergraduates received need-based grants or scholarships; the average award for the year was $6,170. Scholarships and grants are financial aid that does not need to be repaid and is sometimes referred to as gift aid.
Annual Need-Based Loans
- 54% of 2009-10 full-time undergraduates received need-based work-study and/or loans (not including parent loans); the average loan for the year was $3,828. Loans need to be repaid. Typically, repayment starts once you are no longer enrolled full-time. Please refer to page 12 of the Funding Education Beyond High School guide on the US Department of Education's Federal Student Aid website for more information about Financial Need.
Percent of 2009-2010 Full-time Beginning Students Receiving Each Type of Financial Aid
NOTE: Students may receive aid from more than one source.
IPFW Classes & Instructors
| Classroom Environment | |
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| Students per Faculty | 19 to 1 |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 30 students | 74% |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 50 students | 96% |
| Total Full-Time Instructional Faculty | 426 |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Female | 43% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Persons of Color | 17% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Have the Highest Academic Degree Offered in Their Field of Study | 84% |
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Campus-based Housing
24% of new freshmen live in campus-based housing or residence halls.
7% of all undergraduates live on campus
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Campus Safety
IPFW is concerned about the safety and welfare of all campus members and guests and is committed to promoting a safe and secure environment. IPFW Police and Safety are on-duty twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Our personnel include seventeen police officers, two safety officers, and five clerk/dispatchers. Our department works closely with local law enforcement agencies and solicits information on any criminal activity of students that may occur at off-campus locations. Through agreement with the City of Fort Wayne, we have been authorized jurisdiction throughout the city.
Campus Crime Statistics
Carnegie Classification of Institutional Characteristics
The Carnegie Classification's were created "to reference the great diversity of colleges and universities in the United States, and ... enable [people] to identify groups of roughly comparable institutions." For information on the Carnegie Classifications system, please visit their website: http://classifications.carnegiefoundation.org/
- Basic Type
- Master's Colleges and Universities (medium programs)
- Size and Setting
- Medium four-year, primarily nonresidential
- Enrollment Profile
- Very high undergraduate
- Undergraduate Profile
- Medium full-time four-year, selective, higher transfer-in
- Undergraduate Instructional Program
- Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
- Graduate Instructional Program
- Postbaccalaureate with arts & sciences (education dominant)
NOTE: Institutional classifications based on the Carnegie 2005 edition.
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Student Activities and Involvement at IPFW
Students who are actively involved in their own learning and development are more likely to be successful in college. Colleges and universities offer students a wide variety of opportunities both inside and outside the classroom to become engaged with new ideas, people, and experiences. Institutions measure the effectiveness of these opportunities in a variety of ways to better understand what types of activities and programs students find the most helpful.
Institutions participating in the VSA program measure student involvement on campus using one of four national surveys. Results from the one survey are reported for a common set of questions selected as part of VSA. Following are the selected results from the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). The questions have been grouped together in categories that are known to contribute to student learning and development. The results reported below are based on the responses of seniors who participated in the survey.
Group Learning Experiences
- 89% percent of seniors worked with classmates on assignments outside of class.
- 48% of seniors tutored or taught other students
- 9% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week participating in co-curricular activities such as student organizations and intramural sports
Active Learning Experiences
- 79% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week preparing for class
- 15% of seniors worked on a research project with a faculty member
- 46% of seniors participated in an internship, practicum, or field experience
- 59% of seniors participated in community service or volunteer work
- 6% of seniors participated in study abroad
- 92% of seniors made at least one class presentation last year
Institutional Commitment to Student Learning and Success
- 96% of seniors believe this institution provides support for student success
- 65% of seniors rated the quality of academic advising at this institution as good or excellent
- 59% of seniors reported that this institution provided help in coping with work, family and other non-academic responsibilities
- 94% of seniors reported working harder than they thought they could to meet an instructor's standards or expectations
Student Interaction with Campus Faculty and Staff
- 51% of seniors believed that the campus staff were helpful, considerate, or flexible
- 74% of seniors believed that faculty are available, helpful, or sympathetic
- 94% of seniors reported that faculty members provided prompt feedback on their academic performance
- 67% of seniors discussed readings or ideas with faculty members outside of class
Experiences with Diverse Groups of People and Ideas
- 66% of seniors reported that they often tried to understand someone else's point of view
- 81% of seniors reported their experience at this institution contributed to their understanding people of other racial and ethnic backgrounds
- 44% of seniors often had serious conversations with students of a different race or ethnicity
Student Satisfaction
- 75% of seniors would attend this institution if they started over again
- 79% of seniors rated their entire educational experience as good or excellent
- 77% of seniors reported that other students were friendly or supportive
Evaluation of Experiences
Survey Administration Process
Survey Information
Majors and Degrees
| Degrees awarded at Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne in 2009-10 | |
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| Associate's | 452 |
| Bachelor's | 1,157 |
| Master's | 225 |
| Total | 1,834 |
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| Areas of Study with the largest number of bachelor's degrees awarded in 2009-10 | |
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| BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES | 18% |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 16% |
| Education, General | 12% |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | 7% |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | 4% |
| Links to degree programs at Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne |
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Future Plans of 2009-10 Bachelor's Degree Recipients
Survey Administration Process
Student Success & Progress Rate
A 60% four-year success and progress rate means that 60% of students starting in Fall 2004 either graduated or are still enrolled at a higher education institution four years later.
Counts for the Fall 2004 entering class shown in the graph above.
- 1,910 First-Time, Full-Time Students
- 384 Full-Time Transfer Students
Success & Progress Rate Table
Retention of Freshman Class
First-time students in Fall 2009 that returned for their second year: 62%
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Student Learning at Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne
All colleges and universities use multiple approaches to measure student learning. Many of these are specific to particular disciplines, many are coordinated with accrediting agencies, and many are based on outcomes after students have graduated.
Assessment plans for degree and certificate programs describe the means used to assess and document student academic achievement in each of the academic majors at IPFW. Further, the plans describe the processes used to reach conclusions about whether the goals for the program are being achieved. The purpose of assessment is program improvement, with the focus on the goals of the program, rather than the achievement of the student in completing the requirements of the program. Programs that have earned professional accreditation have met additional expectations for program assessment.
Learning Assessment Examples
Pilot Project to Measure Core Learning Outcomes
Colleges and universities participating in the College Portrait measure the typical improvement in students' abilities to think, reason, and write using one of three tests. This is part of a pilot project to better understand and compare what students learn between their freshman and senior years at different colleges and universities.
Learning outcome data is not available at this time.