Evansville, IN Colleges
Evansville
Evansville is the third-largest city in the U.S. state of Indiana and the largest city in Southern Indiana. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 117,429 and a metropolitan population of 358,676. It is the county seat of Vanderburgh County and the regional hub for both Southwestern Indiana and the Illinois-Indiana-Kentucky Tri-State Area.
Settled in 1812, the city is situated on a gentle horseshoe bend on the Ohio River and often referred to as "River City." One of the most popular attractions in the region is Casino Aztar, the first riverboat casino in the state of Indiana. Evansville is also home to both the University of Evansville and the University of Southern Indiana.
The broad economic base of the region has helped to build an economy which is known for its stability, diversity, and vitality. In 2004 Evansville was named an "All-America City" by the National Civic League. In 2008 it was voted the best city in the country in which "to live, work, and play" by the readers of Kiplinger, and in 2009 the 11th best.
Schools in and around Evansville, IN
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University of Evansville
Four or more years; Private not for profit; 2,840 students; $27,310 average out-state tuition; $27,310 average in-state tuition |
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Ivy Tech Community College-Southwest
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; 5,820 students; $6,641 average out-state tuition; $3,137 average in-state tuition |
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Harrison College-Evansville
Four or more years; Private for profit; 212 students; $11,760 average out-state tuition; $11,760 average in-state tuition |
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University of Southern Indiana
Four or more years; Public; 10,516 students; $13,186 average out-state tuition; $5,540 average in-state tuition |
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ITT Technical Institute-Newburgh
Four or more years; Private for profit; 487 students; $17,748 average out-state tuition; $17,748 average in-state tuition |
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Henderson Community College
At least 2 but less than 4 years; Public; 2,200 students; $10,680 average out-state tuition; $3,120 average in-state tuition |
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Oakland City University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; 2,498 students; $15,600 average out-state tuition; $15,600 average in-state tuition |
Evansville, IN Scholarships
| Name | Amount | Deadline |
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| Nursing Scholarship - SSAC of Indiana | $5000 | Varies |
| Minority Teacher/Special Education Services Scholarship - SSAC of IN | $4000 | Varies |
| Linda Craig Memorial Scholarship | $2000 | July 01, 2012 |
| Intel PhD Fellowship Program | Varies | Varies |
Popular Majors in Evansville
- Business Administration and Management
- Nursing - Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
- Elementary Education
- Health Care Administration and Management
- Accounting
- Advertising
- Psychology
- Marketing/Marketing Management
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science
- Occupational Therapy
- Radiologic Technology -- Radiographer
- Finance
- Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Art/Art Studies
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Biology
- Early Childhood Education
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Design and Visual Communications
