This fall, the Kelley School of Business Indianapolis is proud to welcome its largest freshman class of direct admits, totaling 228 students.
Direct Admits receive immediate access to academic and career advising; priority registration for business courses; and early engagement with internships, leadership programs, and career planning. Direct Admission is offered to high-achieving high school students who meet specific academic criteria, including a strong GPA and other qualifying factors determined during the admissions process.
This dynamic class will continue to build on the legacy of Kelley Indianapolis which allows student to apply classroom lessons to real-world situations in Indiana’s economic and political capital.
Class highlights:
- 228 students
- Average high school GPA (test-optional): 3.7
- Nearly 90 percent of students are from Indiana.
“This milestone reflects Kelley’s strong reputation and commitment to delivering world-class education across both campuses,” said Mark Mayer, faculty chair of the Undergraduate Program and clinical associate professor of marketing. “Students are choosing Kelley because our faculty and staff work collaboratively to prioritize student success.”
Mark highlights initiatives like the inaugural “Taste of Kelley,” an immersive event that gives prospective students and their families a firsthand look at Kelley’s academic offerings, culture, and faculty, as key to attracting future students. The school will also offer “Kelley Up Close” days this semester, allowing prospective students to shadow key Kelley courses.
Students also choose Kelley Indianapolis because of its Business Plus Program, which links students to Indiana’s leading companies through internships in their second semester and co-op placements later in their Kelley careers.
“Our growth, even amid challenging academic trends, is a testament to the incredible teamwork here,” he added. “We’re continuing to strengthen our undergraduate curriculum to build on this momentum.”
Mark adds Kelley’s record enrollment is positive for the state overall, as many of these top-performing students choose to stay in-state after graduation, contributing to Indiana’s economy and future.
Total enrollment at Kelley Indianapolis has also increased 10.6 percent from the prior year. Currently, 1,263 undergraduate students attend Kelley Indianapolis.
Overall enrollment is also up on the Indianapolis campus, with 20,677 total students enrolled. Applications increased as well, with 17,013 applications, representing a 3.9% increase over last year.
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