Indiana University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Indiana University-Northwest is a public research university in Gary, Indiana, serving roughly 2,661 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 73.39% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $43,361 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $8,424
- 2024 Average Net Price: $5,130 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 73.39% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,661 76.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 37.38%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 45.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 8.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 48.4%
- Average SAT Score: 1055
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,494
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,820
- Room & Board: $10,972 annual estimate
Indiana University-Northwest: what the data shows
Common questions about Indiana University-Northwest, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Indiana University-Northwest?
Indiana University-Northwest is located in Gary, IN (ZIP 46408-1197).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Indiana University-Northwest public or private?
Indiana University-Northwest is a Public institution.
How much does Indiana University-Northwest cost?
Published tuition: $8,424 in-state, $22,811 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $5,130.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $1,419 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $331 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $5,159 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $10,047 |
| $110,001+ | $13,042 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $33,696.
How hard is it to get into Indiana University-Northwest?
Admission rate: 73.39%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1055 and midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Indiana University-Northwest?
Total enrollment: 2,661 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 5,494 students.
Graduate enrollment: 263 students.
About 76% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Indiana University-Northwest?
150%-time completion rate: 37.38%.
First-year retention: 71.4%.
What do graduates of Indiana University-Northwest earn?
Median earnings: $39,714 six years after entry; $43,361 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $21,710.
42.55% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Indiana University-Northwest known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business/Commerce, General (73 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (66 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (52 completions)
- Psychology, General (51 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (45 completions)
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer (38 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (24 completions)
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist (24 completions)
- Social Work (23 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (21 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Indiana University-Northwest a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 73.39%; completion rate 37.38%; median earnings $43,361 at 10 years; net price $5,130. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$8,424
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Indiana University-Northwest was $8,424.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$5,130
2024 Value
In 2024 Indiana University-Northwest had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $5,130.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$20,520 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$5,130 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$33,696 4-Year In-State Tuition
$91,244 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$10,972 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,166 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$20,562 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$82,248 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Indiana University-Northwest.
Financial Aid by Income Level
42.55% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
33.66% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Indiana University-Northwest was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Indiana University-Northwest in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $6,739 | $17,778 | $13,211 |
| 2014 | $6,854 | $18,081 | $8,951 |
| 2015 | $6,963 | $18,379 | $8,549 |
| 2016 | $7,073 | $18,683 | $8,760 |
| 2017 | $7,207 | $19,038 | $8,358 |
| 2018 | $7,344 | $19,400 | $7,665 |
| 2019 | $7,527 | $19,978 | $7,755 |
| 2020 | $7,715 | $20,574 | $6,363 |
| 2021 | $7,827 | $20,934 | $6,666 |
| 2022 | $7,941 | $21,301 | $6,488 |
| 2023 | $8,179 | $22,043 | $5,970 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
73.39% Acceptance Rate
2,820 Total Applicants
2,163 Students Admitted
470 First-Time Students Enrolled
21.73% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1055
ACT Average: 22
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Indiana University-Northwest reported total enrollment of about 2,661 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 26% male and 74% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (42.2%), Hispanic or Latino (29.6%), and Black or African American (19.8%). About 42.55% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 45.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
76.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Indiana University-Northwest in 2024 is 2,661 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,494 students. Graduate enrollment is about 263 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
71.4%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 42.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
19.97% 100% Completion Time
37.38% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 19.97% of students graduating from Indiana University-Northwest completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business/Commerce, General: 53% male / 47% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 24% male / 76% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 29% male / 71% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Indiana University-Northwest.
Return on Investment
$21,710 Median Student Debt
$43,361 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
50.07% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
2013.11% Return on Investment
5.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Indiana University-Northwest.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 48 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business/Commerce, General: 73 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 66 completions
3. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 52 completions
4. Psychology, General: 51 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 45 completions
6. Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer: 38 completions
7. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 24 completions
8. Dental Hygiene/Hygienist: 24 completions
9. Social Work: 23 completions
Most popular programs at Indiana University-Northwest.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Indiana University-Northwest graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Indiana University-Northwest from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 48.4%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,562
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $9,136
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Indiana University-Northwest is a public institution located in Gary, IN, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business/Commerce, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Enrollment is approximately 2,661 students. Student body composition includes White (42.2%), Hispanic or Latino (29.6%), Black or African American (19.8%). The admission rate is 73.39%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1055. The 150%-time completion rate is 37.38%. Approximately 42.55% of students receive Pell Grants. About 45.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Gary, IN 46408-1197
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 37.38% graduation rate at Indiana University-Northwest falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Indiana University-Northwest located?
Indiana University-Northwest is located in Gary, IN.
What is Indiana University-Northwest's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Indiana University-Northwest is 73.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,820 applicants and 2,163 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Indiana University-Northwest cost?
Reported tuition is $8,424 and average net price is $5,130 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,972 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Indiana University-Northwest?
Indiana University-Northwest reports undergraduate enrollment of about 5,494 students, White (42.2%), Hispanic or Latino (29.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Indiana University-Northwest?
About 45.4% of students at Indiana University-Northwest are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Indiana University-Northwest?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Indiana University-Northwest reports midpoint SAT about 1055 and midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of Indiana University-Northwest earn?
Median earnings are $39,714 six years after entry and $43,361 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Indiana University-Northwest?
The 150%-time completion rate is 37.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Indiana University-Northwest students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $21,710.
Is Indiana University-Northwest public or private?
Indiana University-Northwest is a public institution located in Gary, IN.
Is Indiana University-Northwest an HBCU?
No. Indiana University-Northwest is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Indiana University-Northwest a tribal college?
No. Indiana University-Northwest is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Indiana college costs
- Indiana colleges by ROI
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Indiana
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.