Indiana University-Northwest (IUN)
Public four-year university in Gary, IN that costs an average of $5,567 a year after financial aid, admits 73% of applicants and graduates 36% of full-time students.
Net price / year
$5,567
Acceptance rate
73%
Graduation rate
36%
Earnings after 10 yrs
$48,764
PublicLarge suburb2,661 undergraduates
Cost of IUN
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $15,430 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $8,424 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $23,032 |
| Books and supplies | $1,290 |
| Average net price after aid | $5,567 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $2,395 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $3,098 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $3,839 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $9,405 |
| $110,001+ | $14,342 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with IUN's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 73% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,055 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 460–600 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 450–580 |
| ACT composite (25th–75th percentile) | 18–26 |
| Test scores | Considered but not required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 36% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 71% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $48,121 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $48,764 |
| Rank in Indiana (earnings) | 40th of 44 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $19,884 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $226 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 48% |
| Students with federal loans | 34% |
Majors and programs at IUN
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (38)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 147 | $82,500 | $20,126 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 46 | $68,115 | $26,438 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | 52 | $56,929 | $22,069 |
| Business/Commerce | 109 | $53,859 | $19,343 |
| Computer Science | — | $53,521 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 32 | $50,727 | $23,295 |
| Social Work | 51 | $41,674 | $22,548 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 47 | $38,735 | $15,324 |
| Public Health | 41 | $38,493 | $21,375 |
| Psychology | 95 | $37,155 | $20,991 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 132 | $34,565 | $15,855 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 17 | $30,190 | — |
| Anthropology | 5 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | 6 | — | — |
| Biology | 22 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 30 | — | — |
| Chemistry | 7 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | 18 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 20 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | 2 | — | — |
| Economics | — | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 14 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | — | — | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 5 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 20 | — | — |
| History | 9 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services | 7 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | 6 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 1 | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | 6 | — | — |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences | 6 | — | — |
| Philosophy | 1 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government | 11 | — | — |
| Public Administration | 8 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 4 | — | — |
| Sociology | 4 | — | — |
| Sustainability Studies | 1 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 13 | — | — |
Certificate programs (5)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | — | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | 22 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | — | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services | 2 | — | — |
| Public Health | — | — | — |
Associate's degree programs (4)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 42 | $58,798 | $23,005 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 14 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services | 8 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 52 | — | $10,242 |
Post-baccalaureate certificate programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | — | — | — |
Master's degree programs (17)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 29 | $120,257 | — |
| Business/Commerce | 39 | $78,558 | — |
| Public Administration | 25 | $75,509 | — |
| Social Work | — | $53,270 | $38,500 |
| Biology | 2 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 1 | — | — |
| Chemistry | 7 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 8 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 3 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 5 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 11 | — | — |
| History | 3 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 3 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 6 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | — | — | — |
| Political Science and Government | — | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 32 | — | $41,000 |
Graduate certificate programs (15)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | 7 | — | — |
| Biology | 2 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce | 2 | — | — |
| Chemistry | 6 | — | — |
| City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning | — | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | 2 | — | — |
| Computer Science | — | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 9 | — | — |
| History | 3 | — | — |
| Literature | 1 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 5 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | — | — | — |
| Public Administration | 2 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 3 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Indiana
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-East | Richmond | $9,117 | 67% | $52,038 |
| Indiana University-Kokomo | Kokomo | $5,707 | 86% | $52,440 |
| Indiana University-Southeast | New Albany | $10,026 | 84% | $52,768 |
| Indiana University-South Bend | South Bend | $8,607 | 84% | $50,051 |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne | $12,471 | 84% | $51,617 |
| Purdue University Northwest | Hammond | $6,223 | 72% | $58,620 |
| Indiana State University | Terre Haute | $10,103 | 81% | $52,316 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | Indianapolis | $9,479 | 76% | $58,990 |
About IUN
| Type | Public four-year university |
|---|---|
| Location | Gary, IN |
| Setting | Large suburb |
| Undergraduates | 2,661 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 15 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Higher Learning Commission |
| Website | northwest.iu.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is IUN's acceptance rate?
Indiana University-Northwest admits 73% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,055 on the SAT.
How much does IUN cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $15,430 a year (tuition and fees: $8,424 in-state, $23,032 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $5,567 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $2,395.
How much do IUN graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $48,764 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 40th of 44 similar colleges in Indiana. The best-paid bachelor's program is registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing ($82,500 a year after graduation).
What is IUN's graduation rate?
36% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 71% of first-year students return for a second year.