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Purdue University Northwest
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Annual Tuition
$8,419
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
70.6%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
44.2%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$48,318
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Purdue University Northwest is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Hammond, IN. With a competitive tuition profile of $8,419, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 44.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
70.6%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$33,676
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.8 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$18,318
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$149,504
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$332,684
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 44%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Purdue University Northwest is $21,229.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$8,419
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
67.7%
Success
44.2%
In-State Cost
$8,419
Age 25+ Students
14.1%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Larger
Working at 6yr
3,386 students
Local City Insights
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