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What are your chances at Purdue University Northwest?

Hammond, IN · Public · 5,671 students

72%admitted
72.4% acceptance rate

A likely admit for most qualified applicants.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 72 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students890–1140
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What Purdue University Northwest actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$6,079
per year, after grants · sticker $15,571
Median earnings
$48,318
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
42.9%
finish within six years
Median debt
$21,229
at graduation · about $225/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$1,432
$30,000 – $48,000$2,428
$48,000 – $75,000$7,026
$75,000 – $110,000$12,452
Over $110,000$13,645

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Purdue University Northwest’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at Purdue University Northwest

Purdue University Northwest accepts about 72.4% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 890 and 1140 on the SAT, or 16–24 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.