Indiana University Northwest SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
IU Northwest’s 73% acceptance rate means admission is within reach for many prepared students, but the 37% graduation rate makes academic readiness worth taking seriously. Since the school is test-optional, submit an SAT only if it helps you. Around 1050 or higher places you in the upper half of enrolled students.
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Indiana University Northwest facts and stats
Indiana University Northwest enrolls 2,778 undergraduates. IU Northwest has a 71% freshman retention rate, slightly above the national average of roughly 70%, and a 37% six-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 15:1.
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How do your scores compare at IU Northwest?
Key Indiana University Northwest application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
August 23
Early Action
November 1
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
April 15
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional IU Northwest, take your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year and reserve the summer before senior year and fall of senior year for retakes. For the November 1 Early Action deadline, an October SAT or ACT is typically the last retake whose scores can arrive in time.
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What you'll actually pay
IU Northwest is a public university with in-state tuition of $7,717 and out-of-state tuition of $22,104. About 59% of students receive aid, and the FAFSA priority deadline is April 15.
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For out-of-state students, tuition at Indiana University Northwest is $22,104, while in-state tuition is $7,717. Room and board adds about $10,972 for students living on campus or in similar housing. About 59% of students receive financial aid, with an average aid package of $10,776, and the average merit award is $1,903. At graduation, students leave with an average debt of $22,309.
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Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.
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