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Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering
Media Arts and Sciences
Learn how to produce materials like websites, smartphone apps, interactive education materials, games and simulations, 3D motion graphics, and more with this degree. You’ll develop your skills by combining creativity, digital storytelling, problem analysis, and concept mastery.
Arts, Humanities, and Human Services
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Artistic
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The focus of the media arts and science program is on creativity and digital storytelling while enhancing contemporary career-building skills. Our program offers education and experience on various integrated media venues in today’s convergent society. We strive to produce dynamic websites, smartphone apps, interactive education, serious and entertaining games and simulations, 3-D motion graphics, digital illustrations and animations, audio, and video.
Employment of special effects artists and animators is projected to grow 8% from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations. About 9,400 openings for special effects artists and animators 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 retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).
According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2021, the average starting salary reported for the media arts and science graduates was $54,400, and the median salary was $55,000 .
The national median salary for special effects artists and animators was $99,060 in 2023 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).
(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)
Technological advances come rapidly in the computer field, so continued study is necessary to remain competitive. Graduate work in a data-focused program, computer science, information systems, business (M.B.A.), or ongoing education in a specific industry area would be appropriate.
Luddy Indianapolis has many student organizations, which are a great way to build your skills, network, and grow as a professional.
Your specialized support team
Arts, Humanities, and Human Services
The AHHS cluster is the academic home of University College students pursuing majors in art and design, education, general studies, journalism, liberal arts, and social work. The AHHS cluster partners with students on their academic advising and career plans to guide them into their degree-granting schools.
Gain a general understanding of health and medicine that can be applied to almost any career path in the health and life sciences industry, including social and economic research, medicine, dentistry, health law, medical social work, and more.
Arts, Humanities, and Human Services
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Investigative
Social
Conventional
An academic foundation in medical humanities and health studies can be valuable to students pursuing virtually any career path, including, but not limited to, social and economic research, medicine, allied health professions, dentistry, health law, medical social work, nursing, public health, and public policy studies.
Employment of health education specialists is projected to grow 7% from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations. About 6,600 openings for health education specialists and community health workers 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 retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).
According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2021, the average starting salary reported for School of Liberal Art graduates was $50,036, and the median salary was $47,420 .
The national median annual salary for health education specialists was $62,860 in 2023 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).
(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)
Medical humanities and health studies majors often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:
Dentistry
Health administration
Law
Medicine
Nursing
Occupational therapy
Pharmacy
Physical therapy
Physician assistant
Public health
Social work
Quick facts
Sample coursework
Anthropology of aging
Applied health care ethics
Health communication
Health economics
History of medicine and public health
Perspectives on health, disease, and healing
Sociology of death and dying
Possible careers
Medical scribe
Medical sales
Nurse*
Physician assistant*
Public health educator
Rehabilitation counselor*
Wellness program director
*These careers require additional training or education.
Study abroad is much more than a trip—it’s an intellectual and cultural adventure that will change the way you see the world, other people, and yourself.
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.
Talk to our coaches for help in identifying your career goals and interests, as well as discussing strategies in applying for internships, part-time jobs, professional positions, and graduate school.
Your specialized support team
Arts, Humanities, and Human Services
The AHHS cluster is the academic home of University College students pursuing majors in art and design, education, general studies, journalism, liberal arts, and social work. The AHHS cluster partners with students on their academic advising and career plans to guide them into their degree-granting schools.
Use radiation protection principles as you determine exposure factors and position patients for various examinations with computerized equipment, such as IR, CT, and MRI scans. Students in this program must be a licensed radiographer, nuclear medicine technologist, radiation therapist, or hold an A.S. in Radiography.
Health and Life Sciences
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Realistic
Social
Investigative
Patients are served by medical imaging technologists in interventional procedures (IR), computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). These skilled imaging professionals use principles of radiation protection as they determine exposure factors and position patients for a variety of examinations with the use of computerized equipment. To be admitted to the Medical Imaging Technology Program, a student must be a licensed radiographer, nuclear medicine technologist, radiation therapist, or hold an A.S. in Radiography. **Many students earn their A.S. in Radiography at IU Indianapolis first and then continue on to the B.S. in Medical Imaging Technology program afterward. **
Employment of radiologic and MRI technologists is projected to grow 6% from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations. About 15,700 openings for radiologic and MRI technologists 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 retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook , 2023).
According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2020, the average starting salary reported for School of Medicine graduates with a bachelor's degree was $57,035, and the median salary was $56,673 .
The national median salary for radiologic and MRI technologists was $76,020 in 2023 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).
(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)
Medical imaging technology students often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:
Biological or life science
Business administration
Education
Law
Medical or health technology
Physician assistant
Psychology
Registered radiologist assistant
Quick facts
Sample coursework
Anatomy and physiology
Clinical practicum in area of specialty
CT principals and procedures
Essential radiology
Multiplanar anatomy of MIT
Possible careers
Applications specialist for equipment manufacturer
Undergraduate research experiences help you develop important problem-solving skills and experience for your future career. Gaining research experience can be particularly helpful if you’re interested in clinical laboratory science or cytotechnology.
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Health and Life Sciences
The Health and Life Sciences (HLS) cluster prepares students to pursue majors and careers in the diverse and exciting world of health care. HLS majors can explore careers in patient care, laboratory work, health care administration, and health education.
This program is the largest university-based clinical laboratory science program in Indiana. It prepares students to accurately perform clinical laboratory procedures on biologic samples from patients, work that helps physicians diagnose and treat diseases.
Health and Life Sciences
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Realistic
Conventional
The medical laboratory science (formerly clinical laboratory science) program provides a science-oriented curriculum that prepares students to accurately perform clinical laboratory procedures on biologic samples from patients. Clinical lab technicians analyze simple and complex chemical components in body fluids, evaluate cellular components of blood, identify microorganisms and their antibiotic susceptibility patterns, and test compatibility when preparing blood products for administration to patients. Their work helps physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases.
Employment of clinical laboratory technologists and technicians is projected to grow 7% from 2021 to 2031, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 25,600 openings for clinical laboratory technologists and technicians 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 retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2022).
According to the IU Indianapolis First Destination Survey in 2020, the average starting salary for School of Medicine graduates with a bachelor's degree was $57,035, and the median was $56,673.
The national median annual salary for clinical laboratory technologists and technicians was $57,800 in May 2021 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).
(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)
Clinical laboratory science majors often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:
Undergraduate research experiences help you develop important problem-solving skills and experience for your future career. Gaining research experience can be particularly helpful if you’re interested in clinical laboratory science or cytotechnology.
Your specialized support team
Health and Life Sciences
The Health and Life Sciences (HLS) cluster prepares students to pursue majors and careers in the diverse and exciting world of health care. HLS majors can explore careers in patient care, laboratory work, health care administration, and health education.
Engage in making music with technology, performing, composing, and producing digital-music-formatted materials. Gain a background in music theory, history, research, keyboard, aural training, music technology, and music ensemble to create an appealing resume and portfolio upon graduation.
Arts, Humanities, and Human Services
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Realistic
Investigative
Artistic
Music technology students engage in making music with technology, performing, composing, and producing digital music formatted materials. Students study musicianship during the first two years of the degree program, which combines music theory, history, keyboard, aural training, and music technology. Students participate in music ensembles and applied music lessons each semester that they are enrolled (8 credit hours total). The degree is designed as a four-year course of study.
Employment of broadcast, sound, and video technicians is projected to grow 2% from 2022 to 2032, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 12,900 openings for broadcast, sound, and video technicians 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 retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).
According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2023, the average starting salary reported for School of Engineering and Technology graduates with a bachelor's degree was $65,226, and the median salary was $68,000.
The national median salary for broadcast, sound, and video technicians was $54,160 in 2023 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).
(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)
As technology continues to improve, graduates should become skilled in software and hardware developments. Automation systems, equipment testing, codes and standards of the industry, and safety procedures are just a few topics for ongoing training.
Some music technology graduates choose to pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:
Guidance from Herron Career Services is tailored to your needs at all levels throughout your journey—including internship and networking with alumni.
Your specialized support team
Arts, Humanities, and Human Services
The AHHS cluster is the academic home of University College students pursuing majors in art and design, education, general studies, journalism, liberal arts, and social work. The AHHS cluster partners with students on their academic advising and career plans to guide them into their degree-granting schools.
Students in this major take courses in a variety of subjects, including music theory, music history improvisation, psychology, and music therapy. This program is approved by the American Music Therapy Association and prepares students to be entry-level music therapists upon graduation.
Arts, Humanities, and Human Services
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Social
Artistic
Investigative
The Bachelor of Science in Music Therapy at IU Indianapolis is an approved program of the American Music Therapy Association that provides students with the musical, technical, and therapeutic skills to practice as entry-level music therapists in a variety of clinical fields. Students engage in traditional academic music studies (e.g., music theory, aural skills, music history), piano, voice, guitar, percussion, improvisation, music technology, psychology, and music therapy specific courses.
Employment of recreational therapists is projected to grow 4% from 2022 to 2032, as fast as the average for all occupations. About 1,300 openings for recreational therapists 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 retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).
According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2023, the average starting salary reported for the School of Engineering and Technology graduates with a bachelor's degree was $65,226, and the median salary was $68,000.
The national median annual salary for recreational therapists was $57,120 in 2023 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook ).
(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)
Some music therapy majors pursue graduate or professional school to work in areas such as clinical or counseling psychology, research, or medicine. Many others obtain graduate degrees in music therapy, school counseling, music theory, and music composition.
Quick facts
Sample coursework
Creative arts, health, and wellness
Introduction to music therapy
Music therapy and health care settings
Music therapy practicum
Psychology of music
Possible careers
Music director/composer*
Music teacher*
Music therapist
Musician
Recreational therapist*
*This careers require additional training or education.
Guidance from Herron Career Services is tailored to your needs at all levels throughout your journey—including internship and networking with alumni.
Your specialized support team
Arts, Humanities, and Human Services
The AHHS cluster is the academic home of University College students pursuing majors in art and design, education, general studies, journalism, liberal arts, and social work. The AHHS cluster partners with students on their academic advising and career plans to guide them into their degree-granting schools.
Use a combination of biology, psychology, physics, chemistry, computer science, and mathematical sciences to study the nervous system. Students in this program can choose between three concentrations: cellular/molecular, computational, or behavioral neuroscience. They will have research opportunities starting as early as their freshman year.
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
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Realistic
Social
The Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience offers an interdisciplinary curriculum grounded in biology, psychology, physics, chemistry, computer science, and mathematical sciences with the nervous system as a common focus. Students may pursue concentrations in behavioral, cellular/molecular, or computational neuroscience, culminating in a capstone research experience.
Employment of medical scientists is projected to grow 10% from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 7,500 openings for medical 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 retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).
According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2023, the average starting salary reported for School of Science graduates with a bachelor's degree was $52,391, and the median salary was $50,000.
The national median salary for medical scientists was $100,890 in 2023 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).
(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)
Graduates in neuroscience often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:
Dentistry
Exercise physiology
Medicine
Pharmacy
Physical therapy
Physician assistant
Public health
Quick facts
Sample coursework
Brain mechanisms of behavior
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Genetics and molecular biology
Introduction to psychology
Organic chemistry
Systems neuroscience
Possible careers
Biologist
Clinical research assistant
Computational neuroscience
Genetic counselor*
Lab technician specialist
Neuropsychologist*
*These careers require additional education or training.
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.
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.
Your specialized support team
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
The STEM cluster is the academic home of University College students pursuing majors in the sciences, technology, engineering, informatics, and computing. The STEM cluster partners with students on their academic advising and career plans to guide them into their degree-granting schools.
Students who complete this program gain skills in basic patient care, condition diagnosis, maintaining ethical and interpersonal relationships with patients, and administrative practices associated with the profession.
Health and Life Sciences
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Realistic
Investigative
Social
Nuclear medicine technologists are a part of the health care team as they provide care in diagnosing patients, performing organ imaging, and offering therapeutic services through ionizing radiation emanated from radioactive materials. These technologists are capable of performing quality control procedures on the instrumentation and radioactive materials. They also assist physicians in clinical procedures such as doing intravenous injections, drawing blood, assessing the technical quality of the studies, and providing basic patient care.
Employment of nuclear medicine technologists is projected to show little or no change from 2022 to 2032. Despite limited employment growth, about 800 openings for nuclear medicine technologists 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 retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).
According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2020, the average starting salary reported for School of Medicine graduates with a bachelor's degree was $57,035, and the median salary was $56,673.
The national median annual salary for nuclear medicine technologists was $92,500 in 2023 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).
(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)
Nuclear medicine technology students often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:
Biological or life science education
Business administration
Law
Medical or health technology
Psychology
Quick facts
Sample coursework
Anatomy and physiology
Applications of radionuclides
Physics and instrumentation of nuclear medicine
Radiation protection in nuclear medicine
Possible careers
Instructor or program director*
Laboratory supervisor
Nuclear cardiology specialist
Nuclear medicine technologist
Researcher*
Sales or manufacturing
*These careers require additional training or education.
Undergraduate research experiences help you develop important problem-solving skills and experience for your future career. Gaining research experience can be particularly helpful if you’re interested in clinical laboratory science or cytotechnology.
Your specialized support team
Health and Life Sciences
The Health and Life Sciences (HLS) cluster prepares students to pursue majors and careers in the diverse and exciting world of health care. HLS majors can explore careers in patient care, laboratory work, health care administration, and health education.
Learn to treat patients through state-of-the-art simulation and interprofessional education (learning alongside students from IU’s other health schools). An honors track is available through this program, as is a second degree accelerated track.
Health and Life Sciences
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Social
Investigative
Realistic
This bachelor's degree in nursing provides students with a traditional track to achieve their dreams of becoming a professional nurse. The concept-based curriculum stems from current trends in health care and provides students with clinical opportunities through state-of-the-art simulation and interprofessional education (learning alongside students from IU's other health schools). The techniques you will learn through this program will equip you with a strong foundation, as they have been proven to be the best methods of caring for patients and their families. An honors track is available.
Employment of registered nurses is projected to grow 6% from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations. About 193,100 openings for registered nurses 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 retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).
According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2022, the average starting salary reported for graduates with a B.S. in Nursing was $55,769, and the median salary was $55,000.
The national median annual salary for registered nurses was $86,070 in 2023 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).
(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)
Nursing students often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:
Business administration
Law
Nurse practitioner
Nursing administration
Public health
Quick facts
Sample coursework
Health assessment
Health care delivery systems
Human anatomy and physiology
Microbiology
Pathophysiology for nursing practice
Possible careers
Care coordinator
Emergency room
Home healthcare
Medical/surgical specialties
Nursing administrator*
Pediatrics
*This career requires additional education or training.
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.
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. Find a health-related experience to build your resume while giving back to others!
Join the Student Nurses Association or the student chapter of the American Association for Men in Nursing to meet fellow pre-nursing or current nursing students and learn more about careers
Your specialized support team
Health and Life Sciences
The Health and Life Sciences (HLS) cluster prepares students to pursue majors and careers in the diverse and exciting world of health care. HLS majors can explore careers in patient care, laboratory work, health care administration, and health education.
Students who study painting develop critical thinking skills, refine their intellectual processes, and learn both traditional and contemporary aspects of the painter’s craft. Learn from a diverse faculty who present a wide range of viewpoints to gain a well-rounded educational experience.
Arts, Humanities, and Human Services
(AHHS)
Artistic
Enterprising
Social
The painting program features balanced instruction and a diverse faculty presenting a wide range of viewpoints. This well-rounded educational preparation will provide you with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and ability essential to creative activity. You will develop critical thinking skills, refine your intellectual processes, and learn both traditional and contemporary aspects of the painter’s craft.
Employment of craft and fine artists is projected to grow 4% from 2022 to 2032, as fast as average for all occupations. About 5,500 openings for craft and fine artists 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 retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).
According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2023, the average starting salary reported for the art and design graduates was $58,609, and the median salary was $51,000.
The national median annual salary for craft and fine artists $52,910 in 2023 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).
(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)
Fine arts majors often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:
Art education
Art history
Art therapy
Arts administration
Fine arts
Museum studies
Quick facts
Sample coursework
2-D media
3-D media
Art history
Color concepts
Digital imaging
Drawing
Senior thesis
Studio course
Possible careers
Freelance artist
Gallery curator
Graphic designer
Nonprofit program coordinator
Production artist
Visual arts educator*
*This career requires additional education or training.
Herron's study abroad programs are a powerful way to discover the historical impact of art and design in the world and over time while making memorable friendships.
Guidance from Herron Career Services is tailored to your needs at all levels throughout your journey—including internship and networking with alumni.
Your specialized support team
Arts, Humanities, and Human Services
The AHHS cluster is the academic home of University College students pursuing majors in art and design, education, general studies, journalism, liberal arts, and social work. The AHHS cluster partners with students on their academic advising and career plans to guide them into their degree-granting schools.
