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About Indiana University-Northwest

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Indiana University-Northwest is a public university in Gary, IN, known for its health sciences focus, small class sizes, and open enrollment. With an acceptance rate of 80%, Indiana University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 420 students each year. Indiana University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 950–1170, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Indiana University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $7,109 per year; the sticker price of $21,914 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Indiana University-Northwest acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

80%
Overall Accept Rate
1060
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 950 – 1170 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Indiana University-Northwest

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Application Strategy
Indiana University Northwest serves the northwest Indiana and greater Chicago metro region, so highlight any connection you have to Gary, Lake County, or the Calumet region in your application materials. Admissions staff respond well to students who understand the local community they are entering.
Test Score Strategy
Since IU Northwest does not require test scores, you can leave your score off your application if it does not reflect your full ability. Focus instead on your GPA and any relevant coursework to make your academic case.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Indiana University-Northwest actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$22k/yr$1.4k
30k-48k~$22k/yr$0.3k
48k-75k~$22k/yr$5.2k
75k-110k~$22k/yr$10.0k
110k+~$22k/yr$13.0k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

37%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$40k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,958
Undergrad Enrollment
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