Mission Statement

IUPUC is a leading resource in South Central Indiana for the university-based education of its citizens through excellence in teaching, scholarship, creative activity, and service which together yield competent and motivated graduates.

Reflecting the hopes and dreams of the community it serves, IUPUC aspires to be…

• distinguished as a destination university of choice for students seeking professional degrees or education in liberal arts and science, known for graduating students who are uniquely well-prepared for successful careers in the regional and global economies,
• recognized as an institution of focused academic inquiry guided by an outstanding faculty and staff who create a world-class intellectual, creative, and scholastic experience in a small campus environment, and
• known internationally as a uniquely creative, cost-effective, and nimble collaborator in the delivery of high-quality education solutions aligned with the needs of the learners, employers, and communities in South Central Indiana and beyond.

Strategic Goals

• Regional and Global Impact: The University will meet the global workforce needs of regional industry with the right programs at the right times.
• Academic and Scholastic Achievement: The University will attract and retain faculty members who are motivated by our Mission and Strategic Plan and who will deliver academic programs of regional distinction and global quality with high student success rates. The University will attract and retain students who are prepared and who seek a best-in-class small University experience.
• Welcoming Campus: The University, as a place of higher learning, will possess a sense of campus community that welcomes the personal and intellectual growth of its students, faculty, and staff by demanding critical thinking and creative expression, cross-disciplinary collaboration, civic engagement, student-directed leadership, and creative development activities.
• Collaboration & Service: The University will serve cultural, intellectual and economic development in the region through collaboration and innovation.