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Indiana University-Northwest
Indiana University Northwest is situated in Gary, Indiana. It is a public, coeducational university and was established in 1959. The campus is spread across an area of 38 acres. More than 30 academic programs are available at IU. IU is organized into following schools, colleges and divisions:
- 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
Governed by the Indiana University System, IU enrolls more than 4,500 students per term. The campus is also home to more than 70 student organizations.
Campus Location3400 Broadway The campus is in a small city. |
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor | 380 | 29 |
| Associate | 190 | 12 |
| Master | 92 | 4 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 51 | 3 |
| Post-master's certificate | 20 | 1 |
Students
Student enrollment was 4,790 in 2007-2008 (3,601 full-time equivalent).
About 33% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male and women were 67% of the class.
Undergrads are 84% of enrolled students and graduate students are 16%.
Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Among freshmen students, 78% are full-time and 22% are part-time.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 5,669 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,784 |
| Books and supplies | $ 934 |
Financial Aid: IU Northwest participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
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Schools Similar to IU Northwest
| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minot State University | Minot, ND | 3,895 |
| 2 | University of Maryland Eastern Shore | Princess Anne, MD | 4,086 |
| 3 | Fort Valley State University | Fort Valley, GA | 2,562 |
| 4 | California State University-Stanislaus | Turlock, CA | 8,836 |
| 5 | California State University-Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | 21,051 |
| 6 | Fayetteville State University | Fayetteville, NC | 6,692 |
| 7 | The University of Texas-Pan American | Edinburg, TX | 17,435 |
| 8 | California State University-San Bernardino | San Bernardino, CA | 17,066 |
| 9 | Dillard University | New Orleans, LA | 956 |
Admissions (2008-2009)
Applicants Admitted Men 81% Women 80% All 80%
SAT Test Scores:SAT Middle 50% Verbal 400-500 Math 390-510 Writing 380-490
Faculty
Tenure (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| With tenure | 66 | |
| Without tenure; working toward tenure | 45 | |
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 55 |
Housing and Meals
On-campus housing is not available.
Athletics
The school is in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference for major sports.
The school offers financial aid for athletes. Of students receiving athletic financial aid, 6 male students received the aid (men were 35% of those receiving aid) and 11 women were awarded financial aid based on athletics (representing 65% of students receiving such aid) .
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Highlights
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Indiana University-Northwest Highlights
- Many students concentrating in medical adminstration, security and law enforcement, and liberal arts.
- Numerous part-time students.
- Large number of students.
- High female/male ratio.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- High yield: the portion of accepted students who enroll.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
Other important characteristics:
- Faculty tenure system.
- Library on-campus.
- Study abroad option.
- Distance learning available.
- Weekend study option.
- Part-time classes available.
- ROTC.
- Athlete financial aid.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2008-2009 in parentheses)
ART STUDIES
- Art/Art Studies
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Actuarial Science
- Business/Commerce
- Labor Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Computer and Information Sciences
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- English/Language Arts Teacher Education
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Secondary Education and Teaching
- Social Studies Teacher Education
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
- Public Administration
LIBERAL ARTS
- English Language and Literature
- French Language and Literature
- General Studies
- History
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
- Political Science and Government
- Sociology
- Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
- Mathematics
MEDIA
- Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
- Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
- Health Services Administration
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SCIENCE
- Biology/Biological Sciences
- Chemistry
- Geology/Earth Science
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
- Psychology
Selected Careers of Interest
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- Computer And Information Scientists
- Computer Programmers
- Computer Support Specialists
- Computer Systems Managers
- Dental Assistants
- Dental Hygienists
- Detectives And Criminal Investigators
- Elementary School Teachers
- Health Services Managers
- Kindergarten Teachers
- Medical And Public Health Social Workers
- Medical Records And Health Information Technicians
- Mental Health And Substance Abuse Social Workers
- Police And Sheriffs Patrol Officers
- Product Sales Representatives
- Public Relations Managers
- Public Relations Specialists
- Radiologic Tech
- Registered Nurses
- Respiratory Therapists
- Secondary School Teachers
- Software Engineers For Systems
- Substance Abuse And Behavioral Counselors
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