At a glance
Average net price
$5,130
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
37.4%
Admission rate
73%
Undergrad size
2,661
In-state tuition
$8,424
Out-of-state tuition
$22,811
Cost of attendance
$13,989
Median earnings (10y)
$43,361
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,055
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 71.4%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (32%), humanities & arts (26%), social sciences (19%).
- STEM5%
- Health32%
- Business14%
- Humanities & arts26%
- Social sciences19%
- Trades & services4%
- Health professions31.6%~840 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Liberal arts20.7%~552 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business14.0%~373 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology9.0%~241 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~123 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~113 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education3.7%~99 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~66 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences1.8%~47 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science1.6%~43 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication1.6%~43 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~33 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.1%~28 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.5%~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 159 | $61,466 | $29,890 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 112 | $40,558 | $24,822 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 102 | $33,208 | $31,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 100 | $28,691 | $23,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 59 | $35,175 | $24,471 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 55 | $31,992 | $30,924 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 51 | $55,454 | $23,966 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 48 | $39,857 | $31,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 46 | — | $18,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 43 | $44,834 | $25,000 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master's | 42 | $88,103 | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 41 | $29,649 | $27,334 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 28 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 24 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 24 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 21 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 17 | $27,538 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | $31,123 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Public Administration. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 15 | $35,316 | $22,116 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 14 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 9 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Graduate certificate | 6 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Graduate certificate | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Indiana University-Northwest
Indiana University-Northwest is a mid-sized institution located in Gary, Indiana, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,661 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Liberal arts, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Indiana University-Northwest — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $5,130 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $8,424 for in-state students and $22,811 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,989 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 37.4%, a average completion outcome. 71.4% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $43,361 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Indiana University-Northwest confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Liberal arts, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (32% of credentials), humanities & arts (26% of credentials), social sciences (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Indiana University-Northwest accepts 73% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,055. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Gary, Indiana (suburb), Indiana University-Northwest draws students from across Indiana and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Indiana University-Northwest
Q.How much does Indiana University-Northwest cost?
The average net price at Indiana University-Northwest is $5,130 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,989.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Indiana University-Northwest?
Indiana University-Northwest has a 6-year graduation rate of 37.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Indiana University-Northwest?
Indiana University-Northwest admits 73% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Indiana University-Northwest graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Indiana University-Northwest graduate earns $43,361 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Indiana University-Northwest?
Published tuition is $8,424 in-state and $22,811 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Indiana University-Northwest located?
Indiana University-Northwest is located in Gary, Indiana (ZIP 46408).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Indiana University-Northwest at their official website.