Gary, IN

Indiana University-Northwest

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Indiana University-Northwest is a four-year, public school located in Gary, IN.
It is classified as Master's College and University (smaller programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Indiana University-Northwest is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

73% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 2,928 applied, 2,149 accepted, and 505 enrolled in IUN.
134 men and 371 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

1,050 SAT, 23 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,050 and ACT score is 23. The SAT score of 1050 is average, 41 to 50 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total91010501180
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing460530600
Math450520580
ACT Score
Composite182326
Math182226
English142227

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $8,424 for Indiana residents and $22,811 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $8,925 for Indiana residents and $20,256 for others.
Tuition has increased by 3.48% compared to last year at Indiana University-Northwest.

Financial Aid

2,365 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $5,754.
For freshmen, 319 students (82%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $8,153.

Student Population

A total of 3,041 students enrolled IUN in 2025.
By gender, 812 men and 2,229 women students are enrolled.
There are 2,778 undergraduate and 263 graduate students.

88 Major Programs

  • 24 programs through online
  • 17 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of IUN is 37%.
The retention rate is 71% for full-time and 71% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
37%
Retention Rate
71%
Students to Faculty Ratio
15 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 268 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for IUN and the average faculty salary is $67,962. The studetns to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.
There are 465 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $63,593.
Number of Faculties
268
Average Faculty Salary
$67,962
Number of Staffs
465
Average Staff Salary
$63,593

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries