Manchester University and Purdue University Northwest are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Manchester is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in North Manchester, IN and Purdue Northwest is a four-year, public school located in Hammond, IN.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Manchester University | vs. | Purdue University Northwest |
|---|---|---|
| North Manchester, Indiana | Location | Hammond, Indiana |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Master's College and University (smaller programs) | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $37,135 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$8,357
Out-Of-State$15,504 |
| 97% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 54% |
| $28,464 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $6,572 |
| 71.06 % | Acceptance Rates | 72.36 % |
| 14.71 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 18.27 % |
| - | SAT Score | 1,020 |
| - | ACT Score | 22 |
| 46 % | Graduation Rate | 43 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 66 % | Retention Rate | 66 % |
| 1,276 | Student Population | 9,051 |
| 87 | Number of Faculties | 231 |
| 12 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 17 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |