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Purdue University Northwest

Hammond, Indiana Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#4059
Nationally
#69
In Indiana
71%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$7,259
In-State Tuition
per year
44%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
7,902
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
38/100
Below Average
#4059 nationally
#69 in Indiana
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes44
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity15
πŸ“šAcademic Environment10
πŸ”¬Program Breadth73

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Purdue University Northwest is a public four-year university located in Hammond, Indiana. With 7,902 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 71%, the institution is considered moderately selective. In-state tuition is $7,259 per year ($14,144 out-of-state), below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 44%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate71%Near avg
National avg: 70%
6,394
Applied
4,516
Admitted
1,192
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading470 – 570
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math450 – 570
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)16 – 25
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$7,259/yr
In-State Fees$789/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$14,144/yr
Room & Board$9,695/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$17,743/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$24,628/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$7,259↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate44%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
7,902
Total Undergrads
54% F / 46% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 54%
Hispanic 25%
Black 10%
Asian 3%
Two or more 3%
International 3%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($7,259/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 44% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationHammond, Indiana
SettingSuburb: Large
Size5,000–9,999
State Ranking
#69
in Indiana out of 7+ colleges
#4059
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.