Historically, Indiana is the first state in the country that tried to implement education with government support. Although this initial plan in 1816 did not go well, this just shows the state’s focus on education. This is the reason why some of the top schools in the country are in this state. The following are only some of the best universities in Indiana:

• Notre Dame University – Located in the northernmost region of the state, the home of the “Fighting Irish” is well known for their science-related courses. Notable are the chemistry related degrees as well as astrophysics. Being established in 1842, the school boasts of having the oldest astrophysics laboratory in the country. The sports program in the university is also well known especially on football and basketball.
• Indiana University – the university’s main campus is in Bloomington and the first university to accept students with the help of state funding. The university is often rated among the best in the country because of the city’s friendliness to students as well as the technology available. The university is often preferred by students who wanted to obtain a degree in arts and sciences. The school is also notable for supporting more than 600 student-athletes.
• Purdue University – named after the man who donated the lot for the university (John Purdue), the main site was established in 1869. The school is among the best in the country because the degrees offered are not easily found in other states. Purdue offers world-class aeronautics and aerospace related degrees. In terms of sports, the university is well known for their basketball team (men and women) as they are the most successful university in Big Ten Championships.

Indiana doesn’t just offer random degrees for students. A coveted degree for a better future is most likely offered in one of these universities in Indiana.