Indiana University Northwest

It is not difficult to get into Indiana University Northwest. The university admitted 80% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 1,915 applications received in 2023, 1,538 students were offered admission.

Consult with Indiana University Northwest's admissions department to confirm any application fees and information.

Students who submit their applications to Indiana University Northwest for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by January 2.

Indiana University Northwest Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Indiana University Northwest 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.1
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	12.1%
Mean SAT Score	1059
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	24.3%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	3.8%
Waitlist	No

Indiana University Northwest Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Indiana University Northwest.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Applying Early to Indiana University Northwest?

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

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

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More on Indiana University Northwest Admissions

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Is Indiana University Northwest Challenging To Get Into?

It is not difficult to get into IU Northwest. IU Northwest has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2022, IU Northwest accepted 80% of students, approximately 1,538 from 1,915 applicants.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like IU Northwest, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.

For applicants who are non-residents, getting into Indiana University Northwest is moderately difficult.

Transferring to Indiana University Northwest

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Indiana University Northwest

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

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

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating 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 areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Indiana University Northwest

What does Indiana University Northwest consider 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

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

Indiana University Northwest 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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

Students admitted to Indiana University Northwest have an average unweighted GPA of 3.1.

Out of all students that were admitted, 51% submitted a class rank. At Indiana University Northwest 12.1% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 34.6% were in the top 25% and 67.8% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	8.7%
3.75 and 3.99	9.3%
3.50 and 3.74	13.95%
3.25 and 3.49	12.66%
3.00 and 3.24	11.11%
2.50 and 2.9	28.94%
2.00 and 2.49	15.25%

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 Indiana 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

Indiana 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, 24.3% of Indiana University Northwest's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 3.8% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Indiana University Northwest?

To be competitive with other Indiana University Northwest applicants, you should strive to earn between 950 and 1150 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Indiana University Northwest 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1150 and 25% of scored lower than 950, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Indiana University Northwest student is 1059.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Indiana University Northwest students scored 570 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Indiana University Northwest students scored 600 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

To be most competitive at Indiana University Northwest, you should strive to earn between 20 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Indiana University Northwest's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Indiana University Northwest students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

More Information on Transferring to Indiana University Northwest

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Indiana University Northwest.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Indiana University Northwest Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Indiana University Northwest?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Indiana University Northwest.

Does Indiana University Northwest accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ Indiana University Northwest accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

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

❌ No, Indiana University Northwest is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Indiana University Northwest's acceptance rate?

✅ Indiana University Northwest's acceptance rate is 80%.

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

❌ Indiana University Northwest does not offer early decision.

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