Acceptance rate
73.4%
Indiana University-Northwest
Admission Chances & Acceptance Rate
Indiana University-Northwest is a public university in Gary, Indiana, serving about 3,200 students. It has a 73% acceptance rate and admits students across a wide SAT range (910–1180). The school is strongest in health professions, which accounts for nearly a third of degrees awarded. However, its 37% six-year graduation rate is notably low, and median earnings ten years after enrollment are $43,361.
Enrollment
3,198
Test policy
optional
Grad rate (6-yr)
37%
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The middle 50% of admitted students (25th–75th percentile), self-reported by the school.
SAT (combined)
910 – 1180
ACT (composite)
18 – 26
GPA
Not published
$ What You'll Actually Pay
Average yearly net price after grants & scholarships, by family income (federal cohort averages — not a personal quote).
$0–30k
$1,419
family income
$30–48k
$331
family income
$48–75k
$5,159
family income
$75–110k
$10,047
family income
$110k+
$13,042
family income
43% receive Pell grants
34% take federal loans
✦ Strongest Programs
The fields Indiana University-Northwest graduates the most students in — a signal of depth, faculty, and alumni networks.
Health Professions
31.6%
Humanities
20.7%
Business & Marketing
14.0%
Psychology
9.0%
Public Administration
4.6%
↗ Outcomes
School-level averages across all students who enrolled (College Scorecard). Not a personal forecast.
Earnings (10 yr)
$43,361
Earnings (6 yr)
$39,714
Completion
37%
Retention
71%
Median debt
$21,710
? Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Indiana University-Northwest?
Indiana University-Northwest has an acceptance rate of 73.4%, making it relatively accessible.
What SAT score do you need for Indiana University-Northwest?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 910 and 1180 on the SAT. The ACT range is 18–26.
How much does Indiana University-Northwest actually cost?
After grants and scholarships, the average net price for the lowest income band is $1,419 per year, rising to $13,042 for families earning $110k+. These are federal cohort averages, not a personal quote.
What are my chances of getting into Indiana University-Northwest?
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