Indiana University-Northwest
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families who need the lowest possible cost. graduation rate is below 40%. financial aid brings net price below sticker.
About This School
Indiana University-Northwest is a public institution located in Gary, Indiana with approximately 2,661 undergraduate students enrolled. Indiana University-Northwest has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 73%. The average net price after financial aid is $5,130 per year. The graduation rate is 37%, and the typical graduate earns $40,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
Indiana University Northwest is a public university in Gary, Indiana, United States. It is one of seven regional campuses of Indiana University and was established in 1963. The university enrolls approximately 3,500 degree-seeking traditional and non-traditional students along with 1,800 dual-credit students.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $5,970/year after aid and a low median debt of $12,478, this is one of the most affordable paths to an IU degree you'll find. However, the 37% graduation rate is a real concern — only about 1 in 3 students who start here finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. This fits best for cost-conscious, self-motivated students in the Gary/northwest Indiana area who have a clear plan and strong support systems in place.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 25% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,661 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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