Purdue University Northwest

Purdue University Northwest is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 73% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 5,670 applications received in 2023, 4,129 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to Purdue University Northwest, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 8/1 and the fee for the application costs $25.

Purdue University Northwest Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Purdue University Northwest's admissions stats.

Purdue University Northwest 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	14%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	50%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	7%
Waitlist	No

Purdue University Northwest Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Purdue University Northwest.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 1	–

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Applying Early to Purdue University Northwest?

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Purdue University Northwest does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Purdue University Northwest Admissions

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Is Purdue University Northwest Difficult To Get Into?

Getting into Purdue University Northwest is moderately difficult. Purdue University Northwest evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Purdue University Northwest accepted 73% of all applicants, around 4,129 from 5,670 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Purdue University Northwest, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Purdue University Northwest

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Purdue University Northwest

Purdue University Northwest has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Purdue University Northwest?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Purdue University Northwest

Curious about the factors that are considered by Purdue University Northwest during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with Purdue University Northwest for more information on admission factors.

Purdue University Northwest Application Requirements

To apply to Purdue University Northwest, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Purdue University Northwest's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Purdue University Northwest?

Students admitted to Purdue University Northwest have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 53% submitted a class rank. At Purdue University Northwest 14% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 36% were in the top 25% and 76% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Purdue University Northwest, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	1%
3.75 and 3.99	16%
3.50 and 3.74	17%
3.25 and 3.49	15%
3.00 and 3.24	14%
2.50 and 2.9	25%
2.00 and 2.49	12%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Purdue University Northwest directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Purdue University Northwest has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 50% of Purdue University Northwest's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 7% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Purdue University Northwest students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Purdue University Northwest students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

To be most competitive at Purdue University Northwest, you should strive to earn between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Purdue University Northwest's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Purdue University Northwest students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to Purdue University Northwest

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Purdue University Northwest.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Purdue University Northwest during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Purdue University Northwest Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Purdue University Northwest?

❌ Students who are admitted to Purdue University Northwest must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Purdue University Northwest accept transfer credits?

✅ Purdue University Northwest accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Purdue University Northwest accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Purdue University Northwest accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Purdue University Northwest does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Purdue University Northwest?

❌ No, Purdue University Northwest is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Purdue University Northwest's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Purdue University Northwest is 73%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Purdue University Northwest?

❌ Purdue University Northwest does not offer early decision.

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