#1 in IndianaUniversity of Notre Dame96.2
Best Business Programs in Indiana for 2027
Business programs in Indiana, ranked: 2 rankings, each scored on graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate earnings from federal IPEDS, College Scorecard, and BLS data. Choose a field below to see the full ranking.
- Rankings published
- 2
- Programs analyzed
- 26
- Schools ranked
- 17
- Fields covered
- 2
Business Programs in Indiana, in Brief
Business programs in Indiana have two rankings on this site so far, Bachelor's in Accounting and Bachelor's in Marketing, drawn from 26 programs analyzed. Of the 17 schools ranked, two are public and 15 private, and one offers the program online. Accounting is the deepest field, with 15 ranked programs, all at the bachelor's level. The price gap is the widest story here: in-state tuition among the ranked undergraduate programs runs from $8,948 at Ball State University to $64,518 at University of Notre Dame, $55,570 a year apart. Two of the 17 schools charge in-state students under $10,000 a year.
University of Notre Dame, Butler University, Saint Mary's College, Taylor University, and University of Indianapolis appear in more of Indiana's rankings than any other school, two each. Pay runs below the national figure: 25,660 accountants and auditors in Indiana earn a median of $77,720 (BLS, May 2025), $5,960 less than the national median; the accountant salary guide compares every state. Related pay guides: marketing manager salary.
Among the business programs in Indiana, Purdue University-Main Campus enrolls the most students: 58,658. For finishing, University of Notre Dame leads with a 95% graduation rate. University of Indianapolis admits 66% of applicants, the lowest rate among these schools. Ball State University and Indiana Institute of Technology offer the degree online.
Business Programs in Indiana, by Field
#1 in IndianaPurdue University-Main Campus95.8
What Business Jobs Pay in Indiana
| Job | Median in Indiana | National median | After local prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marketing managers | $136,260 | $166,790 | $146,000 |
| Accountants and auditors | $77,720 | $83,680 | $83,275 |
The pay range runs from $77,720 for accountants and auditors to $136,260 for marketing managers in Indiana. Neither reaches the national median here. Prices in Indiana run 6.7% below the U.S. average (BEA), so $136,260 buys about what $146,000 would nationally.
BLS OEWS, May 2025; price level 93.3 (BEA 2024, U.S. = 100).
Schools in the Most Indiana Rankings
By number of lists, then best rank.
- University of Notre Dame In 2 rankings · #1 in Bachelor's in Accounting
- Butler University In 2 rankings · #2 in Bachelor's in Accounting
- Saint Mary's College In 2 rankings · #3 in Bachelor's in Accounting
- Taylor University In 2 rankings · #3 in Bachelor's in Marketing
- University of Indianapolis In 2 rankings · #4 in Bachelor's in Accounting
Other Fields, Ranked Nationally
Business Programs in Indiana: Your Questions, Answered
What is the best business school in Indiana?
By breadth, University of Notre Dame: it is on both of Indiana's lists, first in accounting. The best fit still depends on your field.
How many business programs are there in Indiana?
We analyzed 26 accredited business programs in Indiana and ranked 17 schools across two rankings.
What is the cheapest business school in Indiana?
Ball State University, at $8,948 a year in-state, the lowest tuition among the ranked undergraduate programs.
Can you earn a business degree online in Indiana?
Yes. One of the 17 ranked schools in Indiana offer the program online, including Indiana Institute of Technology.
How much do business graduates earn in Indiana?
It depends on the job: from $77,720 for accountants and auditors to $136,260 for marketing managers (BLS, May 2025).