Purdue University Northwest SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
With a 72.5% acceptance rate, Purdue Northwest is within reach for many applicants, so your strategy should focus on showing you can thrive once enrolled. Because it is test-optional, submit an SAT or ACT score if it strengthens your record alongside a GPA near the 3.3 average.
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Purdue University Northwest facts and stats
Purdue University Northwest enrolls about 5,698 undergraduates in a suburban campus setting. Purdue Northwest has a 66% freshman retention rate and a 43% 6-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 19:1.
Hammond, IN
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Key Purdue University Northwest application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
August 1
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
April 15
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Purdue Northwest, take your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year and use the summer before senior year or fall senior year for retakes, especially if superscoring could help. With the Regular Decision deadline on August 1, a December retake is the last fall testing window you would typically need to target for scores to arrive in time.
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What you'll actually pay
Purdue Northwest’s in-state tuition is $8,675, while out-of-state tuition is $12,587. About 44% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $2,644. Submit the FAFSA by the April 15 priority deadline to be considered for available financial aid.
For out-of-state students, Purdue Northwest’s tuition is $12,587, while in-state tuition is $8,675; room and board adds about $8,907. About 44% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $10,948. The average merit award is $2,644. Students graduate with an average debt of $15,144.
Student life at Purdue University Northwest
13% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Priority
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus.
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