School Information

47.5
Total Enrollment 5,560
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 16 : 1

Indiana University-Northwest

http://www.iun.edu
3400 Broadway, Gary, Indiana 46408-1197
(219) 980-6500

The mission of Indiana University Northwest, a regional campus of Indiana University, is to provide a high-quality and relevant education to the citizens of Northwest Indiana, the most diverse and industrialized area of the state. The institution strives to create a community dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and intellectual development, leading to undergraduate and selected graduate degrees in the liberal arts, sciences and professional disciplines. The campus is strongly dedicated to the value of education, lifelong learning, diversity, celebration of cultures and opportunity for all, as well as to participating in the sustainable economic development of the region and ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered One but less than two years certificate
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Campus Setting City: Small
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Indiana University-Northwest, 72.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 41.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $5,525), and 47% receive loans ($7,650 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,916.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Indiana University-Northwest is $11,212 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Indiana University-Northwest Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $5,919
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $15,024
Tuition Graduate in State $5,306
Tuition Graduate Out of State $12,349
Total Expense In State Off Campus $21,167
Total Expense in State off Campus With Family $13,251
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus $30,272
Total Expense Out of State Off Campus With Familhy $22,356
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 1,707 people applied to Indiana University-Northwest. Of the applicants, 79.0% were admitted (79.0% male & 79.0% female ) and 71.0% accepted (75.0% male and 68.0% female)

Of the 4,879 undergraduate students at Indiana University-Northwest, 37.0% are part-time. A majority (62.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 78.0% of the 681 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     99.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     70.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     51.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     11.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     32.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     24.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline July 1
Admissions Office Phone (888) 968-7486
Admissions Office Email admit@iun.edu
Admissions Office Address Indiana University Northwest Hawthorn Hall 100 3400 Broadway Gary, IN 46408-1197
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.iun.edu/bulletin/admissions/undergraduate/transfer-students.shtml
Admissions Website http://www.iun.edu/~admit/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.iun.edu/~admit/apps.shtml
Application Fee $25

In order to be accepted to Indiana University-Northwest, you should have:

  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Indiana University-Northwest SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 400
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 500
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 390
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 500
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 380
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 480
Indiana University-Northwest ACT SCORES
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 16
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 22
ACT English (25th Percentile) 15
ACT English (75th Percentile) 22
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 16
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 22
ACT Writing (25th Percentile) 6
ACT Writing (75th Percentile) 8
 
Indiana University-Northwest Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 1
African-American/Black Studies 1
Biological and biomedical sciences 8
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 8
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 16 50 70
Actuarial Science 1
Business/Commerce, General 13 48 70
Labor Studies 3 1
Communication, journalism, and related programs 9
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 9
Computer and information sciences and support services 6
Computer and Information Sciences, General 6
Education 31 38
Elementary Education and Teaching 22 16
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 4
Mathematics Teacher Education 2
Secondary Education and Teaching 2 22
Social Studies Teacher Education 1
English language and literature/letters 6
English Language and Literature, General 6
Health professions and related clinical sciences 105 88
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician 12
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 25
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 18
Health Services Administration 7
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 49
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 38 32
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 12
History 5
History, General 5
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 21 67
General Studies 10 67
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 11
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 25
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 25
Physical sciences 9
Chemistry, General 7
Geology/Earth Science, General 2
Psychology 17
Psychology, General 17
Public administration and social service professions 1 3 26
Public Administration 1 3 26
Security and protective services 22 38
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 22 38
Social sciences 11
Economics, General 1
Political Science and Government, General 3
Sociology 7
Visual and performing arts 6
Art/Art Studies, General 4
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 2
 
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