Cost of Purdue University Northwest
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $16,107 |
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| Tuition and fees, in-state | $8,675 |
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| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $16,577 |
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| Housing and food (on campus) | $9,077 |
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| Books and supplies | $608 |
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| Average net price after aid | $6,223 |
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Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
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| $0–30,000 | $6,237 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $1,350 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $2,692 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $9,616 |
| $110,001+ | $14,557 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with Purdue University Northwest's net price calculator ↗.
Majors and programs at Purdue University Northwest
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (46)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
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| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 828 | $84,230 | $18,106 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | 55 | $81,990 | $22,000 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 21 | $75,401 | — |
| Civil Engineering | 47 | $75,216 | $19,664 |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | 33 | $73,721 | — |
| Mechanical Engineering | 74 | $72,942 | $23,786 |
| Computer Science | 71 | $67,051 | $20,336 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | 50 | $65,963 | $27,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | 70 | $61,827 | $17,989 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 60 | $54,641 | $20,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 92 | $53,213 | $21,058 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | 31 | $50,929 | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | 23 | $49,943 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 97 | $47,045 | $23,760 |
| Marketing | 73 | $43,278 | $19,250 |
| Biology | 102 | $41,955 | $18,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 92 | $41,300 | $17,500 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | 57 | $38,146 | $17,213 |
| Sociology | 21 | $37,796 | — |
| Psychology | 131 | $37,761 | $21,400 |
| History | 29 | $35,043 | — |
| English Language and Literature | 39 | $33,477 | $16,588 |
| Communication and Media Studies | 94 | $30,597 | $21,316 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 58 | $27,089 | $26,905 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | 22 | $25,701 | — |
| Behavioral Sciences | 26 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce | — | — | — |
| Chemistry | 8 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | 5 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering | 36 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Analysis | 4 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | 14 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 44 | — | $20,758 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | 18 | — | — |
| Engineering-Related Fields | 13 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | — | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | 13 | — | — |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services | 9 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | 24 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 15 | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | 8 | — | — |
| Philosophy | 1 | — | — |
| Physical Sciences | 7 | — | — |
| Physics | 4 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government | 18 | — | — |
| Social Work | 27 | — | — |
Certificate programs (12)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
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| Business Administration, Management and Operations | — | — | — |
| Chemistry | — | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | — | — | — |
| Engineering-Related Fields | — | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 10 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 1 | — | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | 8 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services | — | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 3 | — | — |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services | — | — | — |
| Philosophy | — | — | — |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians | — | — | — |
Associate's degree programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
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| Business Administration, Management and Operations | — | — | — |
Post-baccalaureate certificate programs (2)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
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| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | — | — | — |
| Engineering-Related Fields | — | — | — |
Master's degree programs (22)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
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| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 182 | $106,158 | $34,408 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 68 | $68,437 | $31,308 |
| Education | 40 | $54,679 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services | 16 | — | — |
| Biology | 21 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | — | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | 12 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | — | — | — |
| Computer Science | 65 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | 1 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | — | — | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | 23 | — | — |
| Engineering | 1 | — | — |
| Engineering-Related Fields | 92 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 2 | — | — |
| History | 15 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 1 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering | 44 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | 15 | — | — |
| Social Work | — | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | — | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | — | — | — |
Professional degree programs (3)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
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| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | — | — | — |
| Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other | — | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 2 | — | — |
Graduate certificate programs (11)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
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| Biology | — | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 1 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce | — | — | — |
| Computer Systems Analysis | — | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | 4 | — | — |
| Education | 4 | — | — |
| Engineering-Related Fields | 21 | — | — |
| Engineering, Other | 1 | — | — |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | 1 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 7 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | 4 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Indiana
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
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| Purdue University Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne | $12,471 | 84% | $51,617 |
| Indiana State University | Terre Haute | $10,103 | 81% | $52,316 |
| Indiana University-South Bend | South Bend | $8,607 | 84% | $50,051 |
| Indiana University-Southeast | New Albany | $10,026 | 84% | $52,768 |
| Indiana University-Northwest | Gary | $5,567 | 73% | $48,764 |
| Indiana University-East | Richmond | $9,117 | 67% | $52,038 |
| Indiana University-Kokomo | Kokomo | $5,707 | 86% | $52,440 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | Indianapolis | $9,479 | 76% | $58,990 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Purdue University Northwest's acceptance rate?
Purdue University Northwest admits 72% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,024 on the SAT.
How much does Purdue University Northwest cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $16,107 a year (tuition and fees: $8,675 in-state, $16,577 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $6,223 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $6,237.
How much do Purdue University Northwest graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $58,620 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 24th of 44 similar colleges in Indiana. The best-paid bachelor's program is registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing ($84,230 a year after graduation).
What is Purdue University Northwest's graduation rate?
44% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 66% of first-year students return for a second year.