Guns, knives, and weapons are generally prohibited on school grounds, as provided by school policies and state and federal laws.

Although children in grades 1-12 are generally not eligible for a concealed carry weapon permit, older students on college campuses may be eligible for a concealed carry permit (CCP) in some states—also known as a concealed handgun license (CHL), license to carry (LTC), concealed carry license (CCL), or concealed carry weapon (CCW).

A student’s right to carry a concealed weapon on school grounds may be governed by state and federal laws, as well as school policies.

In Indiana (IN), firearms, knives, and other weapons are generally prohibited on K-12 school property, which includes school buildings, grounds, and school buses, as per Indiana Code 35-47-9-2. This prohibition applies to students and the general public alike, with certain exceptions for law enforcement officers and individuals with specific authorization from school authorities. Regarding higher education institutions, the decision to allow concealed carry on campus is typically left to the individual colleges and universities. While Indiana does issue concealed carry permits to individuals who meet the legal requirements (referred to as a License to Carry a Handgun or LTCH), the possession of firearms on college campuses is subject to the institution's policies. Some colleges may allow concealed carry, while others may strictly prohibit it. It's important for students and all individuals to be aware of and comply with both state laws and the specific policies of the educational institution they are attending or visiting.