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72.8%Acceptance
$8,419Tuition
5,786Students
44%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$48,318Earnings
#21 in IndianaPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
72.8%
Average SAT
1,060
SAT Range (25th–75th)
950–1,170
ACT Composite (avg)
21
Total Enrollment
5,786

Admissions Overview

Purdue University Northwest is less selective with a 72.82% acceptance rate. Most students who meet basic requirements will gain admission to this regional public university. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 950-1170 on the SAT, with an average of 1060. These scores reflect the school's focus on accessible higher education for working-class families in northwest Indiana. The university seeks students interested in hands-on learning and career preparation rather than pure academics. With strong programs in engineering, technology, and professional fields, PNW looks for motivated students who want practical skills and direct pathways to employment in the industrial Midwest.