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Indiana University-Northwest SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 910-1180. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 18-26. Indiana University-Northwest admitted 73% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
910-1180
ACT middle 50%
18-26
Acceptance rate
73%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
2,661

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Indiana University-Northwest?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1180 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Indiana University-Northwest's SAT submitters; 910 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 17% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Indiana University-Northwest?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

Indiana University-Northwest SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing460530600
SAT Math450520580
SAT total (estimated)91010501180
ACT composite182326

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 600 in Reading and Writing and 580 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 140 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1055.

Testing policy

Does Indiana University-Northwest require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Indiana University-Northwest told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on Indiana University-Northwest's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Indiana University-Northwest

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$8,424
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$22,811
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$5,130
First-year retention rate
71%
Graduation rate within 6 years
37%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$43,361

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Indiana University-Northwest admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Indiana University-Northwest?

Indiana University-Northwest does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 910 and 1180 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1180 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 910 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Indiana University-Northwest?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 18 to 26, with a median of 23. Scoring 26 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Indiana University-Northwest require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, Indiana University-Northwest reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on Indiana University-Northwest's admissions website before you apply.

What is Indiana University-Northwest's acceptance rate?

Indiana University-Northwest admitted 73% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].