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Indiana University-Kokomo

Kokomo, IN

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Quick Facts

Fulfilling the Promise

1932
Founded
Public regional baccalaureate college
Type
3,029
Total Students
2,724
Undergrad
114
Graduate
$8M
Endowment
(2017)
Master's Colleges & Universities
Classification

Data from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0) & U.S. Dept. of Education

About Indiana University-Kokomo

Fulfilling its promise, Indiana University-Kokomo empowers students as a dynamic regional hub.

Indiana University-Kokomo stands as a vital public regional baccalaureate college, deeply committed to "Fulfilling the Promise" for its diverse student body. What began as a local junior college in 1932 blossomed into an official Indiana University extension center in 1945, steadily growing into the comprehensive campus it is today. IUK is recognized for its accessible, high-quality education, offering a blend of IU and Purdue University-accredited programs.

The campus boasts robust academic strengths, particularly in science and mathematics, highlighted by the award-winning Hunt Hall. It continuously expands its offerings, including baccalaureate and master's programs, a strong focus on Allied Health, and cutting-edge facilities like the Nursing Simulation Lab. The university actively embraces modern learning, incorporating online classes and diverse course schedules to meet student needs, consistently achieving historical enrollment records under strong leadership.

Beyond academics, IU-Kokomo fosters a vibrant student experience. Students benefit from state-of-the-art resources like the Milt and Jean Cole Family Wellness and Fitness Center, which supports health and expands related academic programs, and the new Student Activities and Events Center, serving as the heart of Cougar athletics and campus life. With an expanding athletic program boasting NAIA affiliation, IUK is dedicated to developing well-rounded individuals and ensuring student success and retention across all facets of campus life.

Key Highlights

  • A public regional baccalaureate college with a motto of "Fulfilling the Promise."
  • Educates over 3,000 students, offering a range of IU and Purdue University degrees.
  • Home to Hunt Hall, an award-winning science facility, and a modern library opened in 1995.
  • Features a 21,000 square-foot Milt and Jean Cole Family Wellness and Fitness Center, opened in 2013.
  • The 24,000 square-foot Student Activities and Events Center serves as the hub for Cougars athletics, affiliated with NAIA.
  • Received a significant $1.25 million gift from Milt and Jean Cole for the Wellness and Fitness Center, the largest cash gift at the time.
  • Chancellors have notably expanded campus size (doubled from 24 to 48 acres), increased degree programs, and established numerous scholarship endowments.

Timeline

1932
Kokomo Junior College opened in the downtown YMCA.
1945
Officially established as an Indiana University extension center.
1965
Moved to its current location, opening the Main Building.
1989
The Kelley Student Center was completed.
1995
A modern library was opened on campus.
2001
Hunt Hall, a modern science and mathematics building, opened.
2012
The university joined the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).
2013
The Milt and Jean Cole Family Wellness and Fitness Center opened.
2020
The Student Activities and Events Center opened.
🏛️
94 Years
of Excellence

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