Purdue University Northwest
Hammond, Indiana · Public
Purdue University Northwest admitted 71% of 6,394 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 920–1140 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 44% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Purdue University Northwest’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $25, and Purdue University Northwest accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Purdue University Northwest’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $22,326 in-state and $29,527 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $9,637 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Purdue University Northwest’s acceptance rate?
Purdue University Northwest admitted 71% of applicants: 4,516 of 6,394 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Purdue University Northwest’s application deadline?
Purdue University Northwest uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Purdue University Northwest?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 920 to 1140, with a median around 1030. A score at or above 1030 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Purdue University Northwest’s application fee?
The application fee is $25 for 2026–27, and Purdue University Northwest accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Purdue University Northwest have supplemental essays?
No. Purdue University Northwest doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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