Purdue University Northwest
About Purdue University Northwest
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Purdue University Northwest is a public university in Hammond, Indiana, in the Chicago metro area. It offers programs in engineering, nursing, business, and education with the Purdue name and close proximity to Chicago.
Founded
1946
Location
Hammond, Indiana
Students
6,521
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
72.4%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
42.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$8,675
Out-of-state: $16,094
Avg Net Price
$6,079
After financial aid
SAT Average
1024
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$48,318
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
72.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Purdue University Northwest accepts 72.4% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1024/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
42.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
65.7%
4-Year Grad
21%
6-Year Grad
40%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
98.5%
$/Student
$10.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 21% graduation rate is below average, but 65.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$8,675
In-State
$16,094
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,907
Books & Supplies
$598
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,571
After Financial Aid
$6,079
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$1,432
Receive Grants
28.1%
Take Loans
25.3%
The full cost of attendance is about $15,571/yr for in-state students, including $8,907 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $6,079. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $16,094.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Purdue University Northwest fund their education.
While in School
28.1%
Get Grants
Free money
25.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$39,335
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,229
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$225/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 25.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $21,229. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Purdue University Northwest.
Gender
52.8%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,671
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
850
Graduates
43%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
14.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 43% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
5,671
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Purdue University Northwest fields 10 varsity teams with 425 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Great Lakes
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track and Field (Outdoor)
Student Athletes
425
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
251
Men
174
Women
8
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Purdue University Northwestearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$48,318
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$78K
482 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$45K
58 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$33K
57 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$27K
54 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$50K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $48K six years out, growing to $48K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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