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Purdue University Northwest

Hammond, IN • public • II | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
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Acceptance
70.6%
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Grad Rate
44%
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Cost
$17,328 / $24,747

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Suburban
Student Population
Undergrad: 8,960 • Total: 10,043
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
2200 169th Street
Hammond, IN
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Website
www.pnw.edu
Region
Midwest

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 4,060 (45.3%) • Female: 4,900 (54.7%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 308 3.4%
Black/African American 986 11.0%
Hispanic/Latino 2,177 24.3%
White 4,781 53.4%
Two or More Races 303 3.4%
International 253 2.8%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
70.6%
4,516 admitted from 6,394 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 470-570
Math: 450-570
Total: 920-1140
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
16-25
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$30
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
44.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate
27.9%
Freshman Retention Rate
68.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
43.9:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$17,328
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$24,747
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $7,823
Out-of-state: $15,242
Room & Board
$8,907
Books & Supplies
$598
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $1,432
$30,001-48,000 $2,428
$48,001-75,000 $7,026
$75,001-110,000 $12,452
$110,001+ $13,645
Students Receiving Pell Grants
53%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
II
Conference
Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Men's Sports (8)
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Golf Soccer Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor)
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
2.8 GPA / 1130 SAT
In-State Awards
$1,000-$34,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$34,000/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$500-$30,000 total
5 automatic scholarships (17 total)
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Common questions about Purdue University Northwest

What is Purdue University Northwest's acceptance rate?
Purdue University Northwest accepts 71% of applicants, from 6,394 applications.
How much does Purdue University Northwest cost?
Tuition and fees are $7,823 in-state and $15,242 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $1,432 on average after aid.
Does Purdue University Northwest require SAT or ACT scores?
Purdue University Northwest does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What ACT score do you need for Purdue University Northwest?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 16 and 25 on the ACT.
What is Purdue University Northwest's graduation rate?
44% of students graduate within six years.