Known for health sciences — excellent value
Purdue University Northwest is a public institution in Hammond with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1034, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 5.8K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
44% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $48,318 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $8,463.
Established
2016
Mascot
Lion (named Leo)
Type
Public regional master's university
Conference
Division II level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division II
71%Acceptance
1034SAT Avg
5,786Students
17:1Student:Faculty
44%Grad Rate
$48,318Earnings 10yr
$8,463Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate70.6%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1034
Reading & WritingMid: 550
470570
MathMid: 540
450570
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1625
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$8,419
Tuition (out-of-state)$15,620
Room & Board$9,097
Books & Supplies$598
Total Cost of Attendance$16,287
Average Net Price$8,463
Median Debt at Graduation$21,229
Monthly Payment (10yr)$225
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$4,256
$30–48K$4,935
$48–75K$10,143
$75–110K$13,805
$110K+$14,972
Programs (98)
Student Body
Undergrads
5,786
Gender Split
52% / 48%
Women / Men
First Generation
43%
Pell Grant Recipients
28%
Race & Ethnicity
White 52%
Black 11%
Hispanic 26%
Asian 3%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate44.0%
Freshman Retention67.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$48,439
8 Years$49,368
10 Years$48,318
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$35,300
Men
$53,900
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Pride
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia