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Indiana University Northwest

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Overview

Indiana University Northwest is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Gary, Indiana, United States. Founded in 1959, Indiana University Northwest (IUN) is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. IUN provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 67-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 80-89%. It is considered a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. IUN also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Indiana University Northwest's Control Typepublic

Entity

Indiana University Northwest's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Indiana University Northwest' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Indiana University Northwest's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym IUN
Founded 1959
Motto
Colours
Mascot Rufus the RedHawk

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Location

Address 3400 Broadway
Gary
46408-1197 Indiana
United States
Indiana University Northwest's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Indiana University Northwest Phone Number (888) 968 7486
Indiana University Northwest Fax Number (219) 981 4219
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Indiana University Northwest is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1959


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Indiana University Northwest's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • American Chemical Society
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education
  • Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
  • American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
  • National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
  • Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Indiana University Northwest as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Indiana University Northwest Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Indiana University Northwest is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Indiana University Northwest's academic range and degree level offering.



Indiana University Northwest: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Indiana University Northwest Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Indiana University Northwest Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Indiana University Northwest categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Indiana University Northwest.



Indiana University Northwest: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Indiana University Northwest Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Indiana University Northwest website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Indiana University Northwest Admission Info


Indiana University Northwest's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Indiana University Northwest is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Indiana University Northwest's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Indiana University Northwest has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Indiana University Northwest's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Indiana University Northwest's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Indiana University Northwest's Admission Office Admission Office

3400 Broadway Hawthorn 100
Gary 46408
(219) 980 6991
800 968 7486

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Indiana University Northwest's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Indiana University Northwest Size and Profile


Indiana University Northwest's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Indiana University Northwest has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Indiana University Northwest's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Indiana University Northwest's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Indiana University Northwest's Control Type Control Type

Indiana University Northwest is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Indiana University Northwest's Entity Type Entity Type

Indiana University Northwest is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Indiana University Northwest's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Indiana University Northwest's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Indiana University Northwest's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Indiana University Northwest adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Indiana University Northwest's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Indiana University Northwest is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Indiana University Northwest Facilities


Indiana University Northwest's Library University Library

Yes Visit Indiana University Northwest's Library
Indiana University-Northwest's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 119,126 physical volumes, 39,953 physical media, 57,916 digital/electronic media and 555 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 17 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Indiana University-Northwest's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Indiana University Northwest's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Indiana University Northwest's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Indiana University Northwest's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Indiana University Northwest Services


Indiana University Northwest's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Indiana University Northwest's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Indiana University Northwest's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Indiana University Northwest's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Indiana University Northwest's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Indiana University Northwest Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Indiana University Northwest consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Indiana University Northwest
  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • College of Health and Human Services
  • School of Business and Economics
  • School of Education
  • School of Public and Environmental Affairs
  • Division of Continuing Studies

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Memberships and Affiliations

Indiana University Northwest Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Indiana University Northwest's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Indiana University (IU)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)


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Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Indiana University Northwest public or private?

Indiana University Northwest is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Indiana University Northwest profit or non-profit?

Indiana University Northwest is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Indiana University Northwest in terms of enrollment?

Indiana University Northwest has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Indiana University Northwest in terms of academic staff?

Indiana University Northwest's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Indiana University Northwest a coeducational institution?

Indiana University Northwest is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Indiana University Northwest use?

Indiana University Northwest adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Indiana University Northwest affiliated with?

None.

Does Indiana University Northwest admit international students?

Yes.

What is Indiana University Northwest's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Indiana University Northwest's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Indiana University Northwest IUN?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). International students: 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Indiana University Northwest IUN located?

Indiana University Northwest is located in Gary, Indiana, United States. Address: 3400 Broadway.

Is Indiana University Northwest IUN accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Indiana University Northwest is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (since 1959).

Does Indiana University Northwest offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Indiana University Northwest offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Indiana University Northwest have a university library?

Yes Indiana University-Northwest's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 119,126 physical volumes, 39,953 physical media, 57,916 digital/electronic media and 555 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 17 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Indiana University-Northwest's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Indiana University Northwest provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Indiana University Northwest have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Indiana University Northwest offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Indiana University Northwest offer career services?

Yes

Does Indiana University Northwest offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Indiana University Northwest have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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