Nestled north of the tranquil St. Joseph River in South Bend, Indiana, Indiana University South Bend is a hidden gem east of downtown South Bend. As the largest regional campus in the IU system, IU South Bend is an accessible and affordable institution where students can earn their IU degree close to home. With a 12:1 student-faculty ratio, students both learn and work 1:1 alongside world class faculty in their chosen academic program. From academic pursuit to professional career development as a well-rounded global citizen, students forge lasting professional relationships with their peers, faculty, staff, and administrators.