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Question 1

What is the Luddy School?

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The Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering at IU Indianapolis is one of the world's broadest technology and information schools, bringing together computing, engineering, information and design. In Indianapolis it focuses on how people use technology to live, work, play and communicate, and applies that to fields like healthcare, business, media and more.

Question 2

When was Luddy founded?

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Luddy was founded in 2000 as the first school in the United States dedicated to the study of informatics, and has grown into one of the largest and broadest technology and information schools.

Question 3

What makes Luddy distinctive?

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Luddy was the first informatics school in the U.S., and it blends computing, engineering, social science and design in one interdisciplinary place. Students get hands-on work in areas like AI, biomedical engineering, human-computer interaction and virtual reality, often tied to real challenges in Indianapolis's healthcare and technology community.

Question 4

Is Luddy part of Indiana University?

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Yes. Luddy is a school of Indiana University, on the IU Indianapolis campus, and is regionally accredited through Indiana University by the Higher Learning Commission.

Question 5

Does Luddy have more than one campus?

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Yes. Luddy is one school with two campuses, Indianapolis and Bloomington, summed up in its motto: One School. Two Campuses. Infinite Possibilities. This concierge is about Luddy in Indianapolis.

Question 6

How many students does Luddy have?

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Luddy in Indianapolis has about 2,274 students and more than 70 faculty, offering 39 degree and certificate programs across four departments, with around $5.9 million in annual research expenditures.

Question 7

Is IU Indianapolis a research university?

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Yes. IU Indianapolis holds Research 1, or R1, status in the Carnegie Classification, which places it among the nation's leading research universities, and Luddy students can take part in that research.

Question 8

What departments does Luddy have?

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Luddy Indianapolis has four departments: Biomedical Engineering & Informatics, Computer Science, Human-Centered Computing, and Library & Information Science.

Question 9

What is the Computer Science department at Luddy?

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Computer Science at Luddy covers the foundations of computing, software and systems, with pathways into emerging areas like AI and data. Try the explore-your-field selector on this page to see related areas.

Question 10

What is Biomedical Engineering at Luddy?

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Biomedical Engineering & Informatics applies engineering, AI and machine learning to health challenges, working closely with Indianapolis's clinical and life sciences community, and includes a featured Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering.

Question 11

What is Human-Centered Computing at Luddy?

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Human-Centered Computing focuses on how people interact with technology, spanning human-computer interaction, user experience and design, so technology works for the people who use it.

Question 12

What is Library and Information Science at Luddy?

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Library & Information Science prepares students to organize, manage and make sense of information. Luddy's Master of Library and Information Science is accredited by the American Library Association.

Question 13

Can I study artificial intelligence at Luddy?

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Yes. AI runs throughout Luddy, from coursework and degree areas to research and the AI Research Assistance Program, and it's applied in areas like biomedical engineering and data science.

Question 14

Can I study data science at Luddy?

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Yes. Data science is one of Luddy's degree areas, giving students the skills to work with big data, analytics and the systems behind data-driven decisions.

Question 15

What is Media Arts and Science at Luddy?

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Media Arts and Science blends technology with media and design, covering areas like immersive training, entertainment and user experience, for students who want to create as well as build.

Question 16

What undergraduate programs does Luddy offer?

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Luddy offers B.S. and B.A. degrees across its computing, informatics, engineering and information fields, along with technology-driven minors that build in-demand skills no matter your major. See the undergraduate programs page for the current list.

Question 17

What undergraduate majors are there?

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Luddy's undergraduate degrees span areas like computer science, informatics, data science, human-centered computing, biomedical engineering and library & information science. For the exact current list of majors, see luddy.indianapolis.iu.edu, and the team here can point you to the right one.

Question 18

Does Luddy offer minors?

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Yes. Luddy offers technology-driven minors designed to build workforce skills for students in any major, from computing to data to user experience. The minors page has the full list.

Question 19

What is the accelerated bachelor's and master's program?

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Luddy's accelerated bachelor's and master's option lets qualified students start graduate coursework while finishing their undergraduate degree, so they can earn both faster. Ask the team how it works for your major.

Question 20

Does Luddy offer online degrees?

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Yes. Luddy offers online degree options, including an online CAHIIM-accredited bachelor's in Health Information Management, so students can earn a people-centered technology degree no matter where they live.

Question 21

How do I apply to Luddy?

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You can apply through the Apply page at luddy.indianapolis.iu.edu/admissions/apply. Luddy welcomes first-time college students, transfer students, returning students and those changing or declaring a major. You can also leave your name and email here and the team will help.

Question 22

Does Luddy accept transfer students?

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Yes. Luddy welcomes transfer students, and offers prior learning credit so you may be able to apply past coursework or experience toward your degree. The admissions team can walk you through it.

Question 23

Are there pre-college programs at Luddy?

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Yes. Luddy offers pre-college programs for students exploring technology and computing before they enroll. See the pre-college page for current offerings.

Question 24

Can I visit Luddy?

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Yes. You can schedule a visit or join an info session through the Visit page at luddy.indianapolis.iu.edu/admissions/visit, a great way to see the Indianapolis campus and meet the team.

Question 25

Who can help me with admissions questions?

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Luddy's admissions team, along with student ambassadors for graduate programs, can answer your questions. Leave your name and email here and they'll follow up, or start at luddy.indianapolis.iu.edu/admissions.

Question 26

What graduate programs does Luddy offer?

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Luddy offers master's degrees, doctoral (Ph.D.) degrees and minors, graduate certificates, and an accelerated bachelor's-to-master's path, across computing, informatics, engineering and information science.

Question 27

What master's degrees does Luddy offer?

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Luddy's master's degrees span its fields, with a featured Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering and a Master of Science in Health Informatics (accredited by CAHIIM and approved by AMIA), plus the ALA-accredited Master of Library and Information Science. See the master's page for the full list.

Question 28

Does Luddy offer a PhD?

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Yes. Luddy offers doctoral (Ph.D.) degrees and doctoral minors for students pursuing research careers in computing, informatics and related fields.

Question 29

Does Luddy offer certificates?

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Yes. Luddy offers graduate certificates, including post-baccalaureate options, that let students build focused expertise without committing to a full degree.

Question 30

How do I apply to Luddy as a graduate student?

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Graduate applicants apply through Luddy's graduate admissions, which covers master's, accelerated master's, Ph.D. and certificate programs. Start at luddy.indianapolis.iu.edu/admissions, or leave your details here and the team will follow up.

Question 31

What research happens at Luddy?

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Luddy's research areas include artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, biomedical engineering, community informatics, cyber systems & infrastructures, human-computer interaction, and visual & spatial computing, carried out in its centers and labs.

Question 32

Does Luddy have research centers and labs?

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Yes. Luddy has a range of research centers and labs where faculty and students work on real problems. You can explore them on the centers and labs page at luddy.indianapolis.iu.edu.

Question 33

What is the AI Research Assistance Program?

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The AI Research Assistance Program is a Luddy initiative that supports research involving artificial intelligence, reflecting how central AI is across the school's work.

Question 34

Can undergraduates do research at Luddy?

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Yes. As part of an R1 research university, Luddy gives students the chance to work on research alongside faculty, including in AI, biomedical engineering and human-computer interaction.

Question 35

What is student life like at Luddy?

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Luddy students have access to advising and peer advisors, career services, a Living Learning Community, an Honors Program, student organizations, study abroad and regular events, so there's support and community alongside the academics.

Question 36

Does Luddy have advising?

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Yes. Luddy provides academic advising, including peer advisors, to help students plan their degree, choose courses and stay on track.

Question 37

Does Luddy have an Honors Program?

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Yes. Luddy has an Honors Program for high-achieving students who want an added challenge and community, plus a Living Learning Community for students who want to live and learn together.

Question 38

Are there student organizations at Luddy?

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Yes. Luddy has a range of student organizations where students connect around shared interests in technology, computing and information. The student groups page lists them.

Question 39

Can I study abroad at Luddy?

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Yes. Luddy offers study abroad options so students can gain international experience as part of their degree. See the study abroad page for current programs.

Question 40

Does Luddy help with internships?

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Yes. Career services connect students with internships, and Luddy students have had access to more than 100 internship opportunities with employers like Amazon, Eli Lilly, Geico, IU Health and Infosys.

Question 41

What does it cost to attend Luddy?

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Cost of attendance depends on your program, residency and enrollment, so the best source for current figures is the Cost & Financial Aid page at luddy.indianapolis.iu.edu. The team can also help you understand your options.

Question 42

What scholarships and financial aid are available?

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Luddy offers undergraduate and graduate scholarships, which students can combine with other financial aid. See the scholarships pages under Cost & Financial Aid, or ask the team what you might qualify for.

Question 43

What are career outcomes like at Luddy?

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Luddy graduates do well: reported median starting salaries are about $60K for a bachelor's, $73K for a master's and $107K for a Ph.D. Students also have access to more than 100 internships with major employers, strong preparation for the job market.

Question 44

What employers hire Luddy students?

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Luddy students have interned and worked with employers like Amazon, Eli Lilly and Company, Geico, IU Health and Infosys, among many others, supported by Luddy's career services.

Question 45

Does Luddy have career services?

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Yes. Luddy's career services offer career fairs and events, resume and portfolio reviews, workshops and employer connections, helping students move from classroom to career.

Question 46

Where is Luddy located?

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Luddy Indianapolis is at 535 W. Michigan Street, IT 400, Indianapolis, Indiana, on the IU Indianapolis campus.

Question 47

How do I contact Luddy?

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You can reach Luddy Indianapolis by phone at 317-278-4636, through the contact page at luddy.indianapolis.iu.edu/about/contact, or by leaving your name and email here so the team can follow up.

Question 48

What is Luddy's phone number?

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Luddy Indianapolis can be reached by phone at 317-278-4636. You can also schedule a visit or request information online.

Question 49

Where can I follow Luddy?

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Luddy Indianapolis is on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn. Links are at luddy.indianapolis.iu.edu.

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