Overview

We offer a bachelor degree in Philanthropic Studies at the Indiana University Indianapolis. The IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy is globally recognized as the first of its kind. School faculty and staff train and empower students and practitioners to innovate, lead, and create positive and lasting change in the world.

We’ll give you the knowledge and understanding you need to be innovators and leaders. You’ll have opportunities to complete an internship or to study abroad. And you’ll graduate prepared for a meaningful career in the nonprofit sector.

Discover the world’s first school of philanthropy

The curriculum explores the “whys” of giving and volunteering as well as the “how-to” of working within nonprofit organizations

As a student you will:

Prepare to be a dynamic, innovative, and reflective leader in philanthropy and the nonprofit sector

Gain broad insights and practical skills about philanthropy

Explore interactions between public, private, and nonprofit sectors

Engage in ground-breaking research on philanthropy

Accreditation

The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools has reaffirmed accreditation for Indiana University Indianapolis, including our regional education center, Indiana University Indianapolis, through 2022-2023.

All public and private colleges and universities must be accredited by one of six regional associations in order to be eligible to receive financial aid from the federal government. IUPUI has been accredited by the commission since 1972 and is reviewed every 10 years for reaffirmation of accreditation.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Philanthropic Studies

Psychology

Sociology
Philanthropic Fundraising

History
Humanities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Indianapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit your application and essay

Pay the application fee or request a fee waiver

Have your test scores sent to IUPUI

Have your official high school transcript sent to IUPUI

Have official transcripts from any dual-credit or college courses sent to IUPUI (if applicable)

Submit credentials for any education completed outside the U.S. (if applicable)

Complete the Prior Conduct Information and Release form (if applicable)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

36125 USD / year

≈ 36125 USD / year
Out-of-State

35226 USD / year

≈ 35226 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10760 USD / year

≈ 10760 USD / year

Additional Details

Full-time undergraduate (out-of-state, Indiana Partner Tuition states: $15,520.

Living costs

Indianapolis

United States

1017 - 1926 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Discover the world’s first school of philanthropy

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Indianapolis

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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