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Known for livability, campus life on the Indianapolis campus offers IU School of Medicine students all the amenities and comforts of a big city.

Campus Life

The IU School of Medicine Indianapolis campus is located just a mile and a half from the center of downtown Indianapolis, ranked nationally for its livability and 8th by Forbes for best places in the nation for business and careers, with recognition for major health care industry contributions. Students form close bonds with peers and faculty. Outside of class, students benefit from the continued growth and development of the Indianapolis community.

Most of the medical education courses at the Indianapolis campus are held in the Van Nuys Medical Science Building.

Extracurricular Activities

The nation’s most competitive residency programs seek well-rounded medical students who demonstrate an ability to balance work with recreation. Recreation activities, including athletics, student mentoring, civic engagement and hobbies, help students relieve stress and return refreshed to academic work. Students can volunteer at numerous organizations while studying at IU School of Medicine in Indianapolis. The campus offers a variety of student-focused participation opportunities as well, including Medical Student Council, Student Interest Groups and Committees—organizations that are also open to students across the state.

Find more information about the Indianapolis campus on the IUPUI Campus Life page, Details about the Indianapolis community are available at Visit Indianapolis.

Indianapolis Community

  • City Life
    With six cultural districts downtown and many additional hubs just outside of heart of the city, Indianapolis has no shortage of activities to explore and places to call home. Residents benefit from a thriving food and arts scene with world-class restaurants, music venues and more.
  • History and Culture
    Indianapolis offers many opportunities for cultural and historical enrichment, including a symphony and other performance art organizations, theaters and museums The award-winning Indianapolis Zoo, Children’s Museum and Conner Prairie provide residents with additional cultural activities and entertainment year round. Medical students enjoy full access to IUPUI’s facilities and programs as well.
  • Sports
    Sports enthusiasts can find an abundance of opportunities to cheer in Indianapolis. The city’s many sports teams offer year-round family fun. Indianapolis proudly supports its professional teams across the sporting spectrum—football (Colts), professional hockey (Fuel), men’s and women’s basketball (Pacers and Fever) and baseball (Indians).