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Indiana University-Northwest

IUN

Gary, Indiana 46408-1197

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Known for health sciences — excellent value

Indiana University-Northwest is a public institution in Gary with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1067, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 2.6K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

37% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $43,361 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $5,970.

Established
1963
Mascot
Rufus the RedHawk
Type
Public university
Conference
National Association of

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77%Acceptance
1067SAT Avg
2,582Students
14:1Student:Faculty
37%Grad Rate
$43,361Earnings 10yr
$5,970Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Indiana University-Northwest Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate76.7%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1067

Reading & WritingMid: 535
480580
MathMid: 505
460590

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22
2127

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

76.7%

Trend

SAT Avg

1067

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$8,179
Tuition (out-of-state)$22,043
Books & Supplies$644
Total Cost of Attendance$13,371
Average Net Price$5,970
Median Debt at Graduation$21,710
Monthly Payment (10yr)$230

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$2,164
$30–48K$2,616
$48–75K$8,589
$75–110K$12,463
$110K+$13,021

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

65.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$12,478

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

18

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

5

Drug Arrests

4

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (71)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

69%

Negative
  • •69% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
2,582
Gender Split
73% / 27%
Women / Men
First Generation
45%
Pell Grant Recipients
43%

Race & Ethnicity

White 45%
Black 17%
Hispanic 30%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate36.9%
Freshman Retention68.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$39,714
10 Years$43,361

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — RedHawks

Women

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

ORD Chicago O'Hare41 mi
MKE Milwaukee100 mi
IND Indianapolis138 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA837 mi · ~24h 11m drive
New York, NY695 mi · ~20h 5m drive
Hartford, CT756 mi · ~21h 50m drive
Providence, RI821 mi · ~23h 43m drive
Albany, NY700 mi · ~20h 13m drive
Syracuse, NY581 mi · ~16h 47m drive
Rochester, NY509 mi · ~14h 42m drive
Buffalo, NY442 mi · ~12h 46m drive
Philadelphia, PA646 mi · ~18h 40m drive
Pittsburgh, PA390 mi · ~11h 16m drive
Harrisburg, PA552 mi · ~15h 57m drive
Newark, NJ687 mi · ~19h 51m drive
Washington, DC573 mi · ~16h 33m drive
Baltimore, MD585 mi · ~16h 54m drive
Atlanta, GA563 mi · ~16h 16m drive
Charlotte, NC561 mi · ~16h 12m drive
Raleigh, NC616 mi · ~17h 48m drive
Miami, FL1165 mi · ~33h 39m drive
Orlando, FL960 mi · ~27h 44m drive
Tampa, FL980 mi · ~28h 19m drive
Nashville, TN374 mi · ~10h 48m drive
New Orleans, LA816 mi · ~23h 34m drive
Richmond, VA596 mi · ~17h 13m drive
Chicago, IL27 mi · ~47 min drive
Detroit, MI227 mi · ~6h 33m drive
Minneapolis, MN380 mi · ~10h 59m drive
St. Louis, MO253 mi · ~7h 19m drive
Kansas City, MO417 mi · ~12h 3m drive
Indianapolis, IN138 mi · ~3h 59m drive
Columbus, OH252 mi · ~7h 17m drive
Cleveland, OH292 mi · ~8h 26m drive
Milwaukee, WI106 mi · ~3h 4m drive
Dallas, TX799 mi · ~23h 5m drive
Houston, TX930 mi · ~26h 52m drive
Austin, TX972 mi · ~28h 5m drive
San Antonio, TX1045 mi · ~30h 11m drive
Los Angeles, CA1754 mi · ~50h 40m drive
San Francisco, CA1871 mi · ~54h 3m drive
San Diego, CA1742 mi · ~50h 19m drive
Seattle, WA1756 mi · ~50h 44m drive
Portland, OR1777 mi · ~51h 20m drive
Denver, CO932 mi · ~26h 55m drive
Phoenix, AZ1461 mi · ~42h 12m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1274 mi · ~36h 48m drive
Honolulu, HI4266 mi · ~123h 14m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Chicago O'Hare (ORD)41 miles
Rental car
62 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
82 min$49-82
Milwaukee (MKE)100 miles
Rental car
150 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
200 min$120-200

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