Arts, Sciences, and Technology: Specialized Support Teams: Student Support: University College: Indiana University Indianapolis

Our AST team

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Sarah Eltzroth

Director of Operations

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Phone:: +1-317-278-7913
Email:: seltz@iu.edu

AC Stokes

Student Success Advisor/Team Coordinator, AST Cluster

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Email:: stokesan@iu.edu

Sara Crawford

Student Success Advisor, AST Cluster

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Phone:: +1-317-278-7882
Email:: sarcrawf@iu.edu

Jennifer Kaschner

Student Success Advisor, AST Cluster

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Phone:: +1-317-278-9954
Email:: jkaschne@iu.edu

Dee Alderman

Career Consultant, MCE and AST Clusters

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Phone:: +1-317-274-5644
Email:: dralderm@iu.edu

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Komal Kaur

Student Success Advisor, AST Cluster

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Email:: kchohan@iu.edu

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Study the basic structural units of matter—what things are made of, what their properties are, and how they act and interact. This area of study plays an integral role in today’s scientific endeavors. Students pursuing this degree can earn a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science. 

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As science has become increasingly interdisciplinary, fundamental scientific problems focus on the chemical nature of matter. In the chemistry program, you'll study the composition and behavior of matter, the process of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of the phenomena.

At IU Indianapolis, you can choose from these majors and degrees within Chemistry:

Chemistry B.A.
Chemistry B.S.Ch. (American Chemical Society certified)
Chemistry B.S. (Environmental Chemistry)
Chemistry Teaching B.A.

Career opportunities after graduation

Overall employment of chemists and materials scientists is projected to grow 5% from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations. About 7,000 openings for chemists and materials scientists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2025).

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in chemistry reported the following graduation outcomes to the National Association of Colleges and Employers:

33.1% employed
44.3% enrolled in continuing education (e.g. graduate school)
7.5% seeking employment

According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2024, the average starting salary reported for graduates from the IU School of Science was $49,989, and the median salary was $44,512.

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in chemistry reported a mean starting salary of $51.815 (National Association of Colleges and Employers).

The national median annual salary for chemists and materials scientists was $86,620 in 2024 (Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

A degree in chemistry can also provide an educational foundation for admission to professional schools or to advanced degrees in fields such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, law, business, engineering, etc. Graduates with a master’s degree, and particularly those with a Ph.D., will enjoy better opportunities than those with a bachelor’s degree ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016–2017).

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Sample coursework

Analytical chemistry
Calculus 1, 2, and 3
Introduction to instrumental analysis
Organic chemistry 1 and 2
Physics 1 and 2
Principles of chemistry 1 and 2

Possible careers

Analytical chemist
Associate analytical chemist
Chemist
Quality control technician
Research scientist
Senior research scientist*

*This career requires further education or training.

Where could I work?

AIT Bioscience
Alcon
Covance
Educational institutions
Federal, state, or local government
Roche Diagnostics

Admission requirements

Have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
Review the requirements in the Direct admission requirements for transfer and current IU Indianapolis students
Complete the internal application

Engaged learning experiences

Undergraduate research

Undergraduate research experiences enable you to develop important problem-solving skills and experience for your future career.

Service Learning

The IU Indianapolis Center for Service and Learning has many service-oriented programs that allow you to work with and impact your community in endless ways.

Professional work experience

Grow your skills through internships or part-time jobs. Join the School of Science Career and Internship site in Canvas for additional information and resources.

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Join one of the largest departments in the School of Liberal Arts and gain access to rigorous collaborative learning environments, internationally recognized teaching and research faculty, and engaged students. When you study communications, you learn a key skill necessary for success in any workplace. 

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Communication studies focuses on interpersonal communication, small group interactions, organizational communication, and public communication. In this major, you'll learn how to relate to individuals and groups, as well as the importance of clearly expressing oneself to others through various forms of media. Courses and degree programs within communication studies range from the study of health, media, political, organizational, and intercultural communication to the pursuit of democratic citizenship and civic engagement.
Choosing communication studies as your major will open doors to a rich and exciting area of study that will help you develop intellectually and professionally. The more engaged you are in the department, the better your educational experience at IU Indianapolis will be.

Career opportunities after graduation

Overall employment of public relations and fundraising managers is projected to grow 5% from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations.About 10,200 openings for public relations and fundraising managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2025).

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in communication and media studies reported a mean starting salary of $50,391 (National Association of Colleges and Employers).

According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2024, the average starting salary for IU School of Liberal Arts graduates was $50,972, and the median salary was $49,960.

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in communication and media studies reported a mean starting salary of $50,391 (National Association of Colleges and Employers).

The national median annual salary for public relations and communications managers was $132,870 in 2024 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2025).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

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Sample coursework

Argumentation and debate
Communication research methods
Interpersonal communication
Introduction to acting
Mass media
Organizational communication
Research experience

Possible careers

Human resource specialist
Fundraiser
Marketing specialist
Recruiter
Sales coordinator
Social media manager
Training and development specialist

Where could I work?

Education
Eli Lilly and Company
IU Health
IU Indianapolis
Public relations
State of Indiana

Admission requirements

Admission by certification

Have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
Complete at least 12 IU credit hours

Have you met the certification requirements? Let Liberal Arts know.

Engaged learning experiences

Service Learning

We believe in our power and responsibility to help others. Each year, our students, faculty, and staff work to improve neighborhoods in Indianapolis and beyond through service learning courses, community-based research and service projects, and partnerships with local organizations. Join us if you want to make a difference.

Study Abroad

Choose among programs in over 50 countries and nearly 20 languages, including English. Both shorter and longer immersion programs are also available.

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Because the use of computer systems is pervasive in society, students with this degree are in high demand. Students in the computer science program gain the technical proficiency, project management skills, communication expertise, and high-level expertise needed to develop working solutions for all kinds of computing challenges. 

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Sophisticated and complex technology is being implemented across all organizations, and maintaining the computer network is essential to almost every organization. That's why the computer science program emphasizes a fundamental understanding of computing, information processing, and information communication. You'll learn basic principles of computing and data processing, including the creation, representation, storage, transformation, and transmission of information.

Career opportunities after graduation

Employment of computer network architects is projected to grow 12% from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 11,200 openings for computer network architects are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2025).

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in computer science reported the following graduation outcomes to the National Association of Colleges and Employers:

64.3% employed
17.8% enrolled in continuing education (e.g. graduate school)
11.1% seeking employment

According to the IUPUI (now IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2024, the average salary for Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering graduates was $58,462, and the median salary was $55,000.

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in computer science reported a mean starting salary of $101,661 (National Association of Colleges and Employers).

The national median annual salary for computer and information research scientists was $140,910 in 2024 (Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

Computer and information science graduates often pursue degrees in areas such as:

Business administration
Computer science
Technology

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Sample coursework

Architecture of computers
Computing I and II
Data structures
Discrete computational structures
Explorations in applied computing
Introduction to operating systems
Server side web development

Possible careers

Business intelligence analyst
Computer programmer
Full stack web developer
Network engineer
Operations/data systems analyst
Software engineer

Where could I work?

Blackink IT
Eli Lilly and Company
KPMG
Liberty Mutual Insurance
Mobi Wireless Management
Navient

Admission requirements

Admission by certification

Be a declared Computer Science (B.A. or B.S.) major
Complete 12 credit hours of nonremedial courses
Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
Earn a C- or higher in CSCI-C 200

Engaged learning experiences

Service Learning

The IU Indianapolis Center for Service and Learning has many service-oriented programs that allow you to work with and impact your community in endless ways.

Professional work experience

Grow your skills through internships or part-time jobs. Join the School of Science Career and Internship site in Canvas for additional information and resources.

Undergraduate Research

Undergraduate research experiences enable you to develop important problem-solving skills and experience for your future career.

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Explore the history, operations, and implications of criminal justice in America. Learn to address pressing societal needs related to law enforcement, the judicial system, corrections, and national security. In this program, you’ll take classes in research methods, criminological theory and policy, criminal law, courts, corrections, and policing.

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This major will give you an advanced understanding of the techniques used to protect citizens and the community. Through this program, you'll take an interdisciplinary mix of courses, such as criminological theory and policies, criminal law, policing, data analysis, courts, and corrections. You can also choose to study topics such as homicide, terrorism, juvenile justice, and cybercrime. By pursuing this major, you'll have research opportunities with O'Neill faculty.

Career opportunities after graduation

Overall employment of police and detectives is projected to grow 3% from 2024 to 2034, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 62,200 openings for police and detectives are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2025).

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in criminal justice and corrections programs reported the following graduation outcomes to the National Association of Colleges and Employers:

50.3% employed
22.2% enrolled in continuing education (e.g. graduate school)
15.3% seeking employment

According to the IUPUI (now IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2024, the average salary for O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs graduates was $49,440, and the median salary was $43,000.

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in criminal justice and corrections programs reported a mean starting salary of $51,569 (National Association of Colleges and Employers).

The national median annual salary for police and detectives was $77,270 in 2024 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

Criminal justice graduates often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:

Business
Education
Law

Quick facts

Sample coursework

American criminal justice system
American policing
Crime and public policy
Criminal courts
Criminal law

Possible careers

Court administrator
Detective*
Federal law officer
Investigator*
Police officer*
Private security officer
Probation officer

*These careers require additional training or education.

Where could I work?

Federal law enforcement agencies
Indiana Department of Corrections
Indiana State Police
Local law enforcement
Re-entry facilities

Admission requirements

Admission by certification

Declare an O'Neill major
Be in good academic standing, which requires the following:
- Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above
- Prior term GPA of 2.0 or above
- Note: If a student has completed 12 hours toward the O'Neill major, they also need a C+ average in those courses.

Engaged learning experiences

Study Abroad

Enrich your academic experience by studying important public policy and criminal justice issues at a global level.

Career Service

O’Neill’s career services office is designed to help you build your job-search skills and find full-time employment or an internship. They can also help you connect with alumni!

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Data are created all over the world, every day, in various areas like social media, search engines, and health care organizations. Learn how to navigate, manage, and harness the power of all this data. 

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Data science is now a rapidly growing, high-paying field that will allow you ample room for growth. When you major in data science, you'll develop skills in math, technology, analytics, cloud computing, and information architecture. You'll go into your career wtih expertise related to data literacy and foundations, data analysis and visualization, computational and statistical techniques, data management, information science, ethics, social impact, applied experience, and communication.

Career opportunities after graduation

Employment of data scientists is projected to grow 34% from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 23,400 openings for data scientists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2025).

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in computer and information sciences (all types) reported the following graduation outcomes to the National Association of Colleges and Employers:

65.8% employed
14.7% enrolled in continuing education (e.g. graduate school)
1.3% seeking employment

According to the IUPUI (now IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2024, the average salary for Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering graduates was $58,462, and the median salary was $55,000.

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in computer and information sciences (all types) reported a mean starting salary of $88,907 (National Association of Colleges and Employers).

The national median annual salary for data scientists was $112,590 in 2024 (Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

Quick facts

Sample coursework

Mathematical foundations of informatics
Foundations of data studies
Data organization and representation
Information infrastructure I
Data policy and governance
Data curation and management
Visualizing information

Possible careers

Business intelligence analyst
Data analyst
Data curator
Data warehousing specialist
Database administrator
Informatics project manager
Information architect
Operations research analyst
Research data analyst
Software developer

Admission requirements

Admission by certification

Be a declared Data Science major
Complete 12 credit hours of nonremedial courses
Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
Earn a C- or higher in LIS-S 201

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