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Indiana University-Northwest

Public Gary, IN · Suburban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
37%
Graduation Rate
$43,361
Earnings (10yr)
$5,130
Net Price
73%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

More than 40% of students at Indiana University-Northwest receive Pell Grants, highlighting the school's commitment to serving lower-income populations. This financial support can make a significant difference for students seeking affordable education in a practical setting.

Graduates from Indiana University-Northwest earn a median salary of $43,361 ten years after enrollment. While the graduation rate stands at 37%, the school emphasizes career readiness and offers programs in high-demand fields such as Health Professions and Business & Marketing. These outcomes suggest that students can find pathways to economic stability, even if they face challenges in completing their degree.

With an average net price of just $5,130, attending Indiana University-Northwest is financially accessible for many. The median debt for graduates is $21,710, which is manageable compared to potential earnings. Students who thrive here often appreciate a community-focused environment and seek degrees that lead directly to employment in their chosen fields.

Rankings

How Indiana Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation37%Earnings 10yr$43KNet Price$5KRetention71%Median Debt$22KPell Grant Rate43%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$1K$0-30K$0K$30-48K$5K$48-75K$13K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$8,424
In-State Tuition
$22,811
Out-of-State
$5,130
Avg Net Price
$21,710
Median Debt
43%
Pell Grant Rate
34%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$1,419
Family Income $0–$30K
$331
Family Income $30K–$48K
$5,159
Family Income $48K–$75K
$13,042
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$39,714
6 Years After Entry
$41,246
8 Years
$43,361
10 Years
0.5x
Debt-to-Earnings
57%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$39,714 6yr $41,246 8yr $43,361 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.08
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.09
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.9%
Volunteering Rate
0.96
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 73%
Retention Rate 71%
SAT Average 1055
ACT Midpoint 22
SAT Range 910–1180
ACT Range 18–26
Full-Time Faculty 48%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,562
Diversity Index 0.69
First-Gen Students 45%

Top Programs

Health Professions 32%
Humanities 21%
Business & Marketing 14%
Psychology 9%
Criminal Justice 4%
Education 4%
Biology & Biomedical 2%
Social Sciences 2%