Indiana University-Northwest
Public university · Gary, IN · 2,661 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
73%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
910–1180
ACT (middle 50%)
18–26
Average net price
$5,567
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$15,430
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
36%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Indiana University-Northwest?
Indiana University-Northwest accepts about 73 of every 100 applicants (73%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 910 and 1180 on the SAT. A score at or above 1180 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 910, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–26.
The latest federal data says Indiana University-Northwest is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Indiana University-Northwest's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Indiana University-Northwest cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $15,430 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $5,567 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $8,424 for IN residents and $23,032 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$8,424
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$23,032
- Total cost of attendance$15,430
- Average net price after grants$5,567
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Liberal Arts & General Studies, Psychology.
Indiana University-Northwest FAQ
- What is Indiana University-Northwest's acceptance rate?
- 73% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Indiana University-Northwest?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 910–1180. Aim for 1180 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Indiana University-Northwest?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–26.
- Is Indiana University-Northwest test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Indiana University-Northwest is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Indiana University-Northwest's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Indiana University-Northwest cost?
- About $15,430 a year before aid; $5,567 on average after grants.
- What is Indiana University-Northwest's FAFSA school code?
- 001815. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Indiana University-Northwest receives your information.
- What is Indiana University-Northwest's graduation rate?
- 36% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Indiana University-Northwest
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor UniversityUpland, IN | 74% | 1070–1330 | $26,508 | 78% |
| Earlham CollegeRichmond, IN | 73% | 1110–1290 | $23,002 | 75% |
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