Indiana University Northwest

If you are thinking about applying to IU Northwest, the application fee costs $35.

Students who submit their applications to IU Northwest for fall should anticipate a decision by January 2.

IU Northwest Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of IU Northwest's admissions stats.

IU Northwest 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.1
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	14.2%
Mean SAT Score	1041
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	17.4%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	6%
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 IU Northwest?

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IU Northwest does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Indiana University Northwest Admissions

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Is IU Northwest Difficult To Get Into?

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

In 2021, IU Northwest accepted 85% of all applicants, about 1,419 from 1,660 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.

What Does IU Northwest Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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 put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at IU Northwest

What does IU Northwest consider during the admissions process? Listed below are factors commonly taken into consideration during admissions decisions.

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 IU Northwest for more information on admission factors.

IU Northwest Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into IU Northwest?

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

Out of all students that were admitted, 48.1% submitted a class rank. At IU Northwest 14.2% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 37.1% were in the top 25% and 71.1% 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	8.67%
3.75 and 3.99	10%
3.50 and 3.74	12.89%
3.25 and 3.49	13.11%
3.00 and 3.24	14.22%
2.50 and 2.9	24.89%
2.00 and 2.49	15.78%

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 IU Northwest directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights 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

IU Northwest considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

IU Northwest is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 17.4% of IU Northwest's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 6% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What's a Good SAT Score for IU Northwest?

To be competitive with other IU Northwest applicants, you should aim to score between 930 and 1150 (or higher!) on the SAT. At IU Northwest 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1150 and 25% of scored lower than 930, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a IU Northwest student is 1041.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of IU Northwest students scored 550 or higher and 75% of students scored 470 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of IU Northwest students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 470 or higher.

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What's a Good ACT Score for IU Northwest?

To be most competitive at IU Northwest, you should strive to earn between 17 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for IU Northwest's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 17 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for IU Northwest students. Only one out of every four students scored below 17.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Indiana University Northwest

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

Transfer students can enroll in IU Northwest during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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IU Northwest Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to IU Northwest?

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

Does IU Northwest accept transfer credits?

✅ IU Northwest accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. IU Northwest accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ IU Northwest accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to IU Northwest?

❌ No, IU 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 probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is IU Northwest's acceptance rate?

✅ IU Northwest has an acceptance rate of 85%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at IU Northwest?

❌ IU Northwest does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at IU Northwest?

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