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Purdue University Northwest SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 890-1140. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 16-24. Purdue University Northwest admitted 72% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
890-1140
ACT middle 50%
16-24
Acceptance rate
72%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
5,671

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Purdue University Northwest?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1140 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Purdue University Northwest's SAT submitters; 890 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 11% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Purdue 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

Purdue University Northwest SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing450510570
SAT Math440510570
SAT total (estimated)89010201140
ACT composite162224

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 570 in Reading and Writing and 570 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 130 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1024.

Testing policy

Does Purdue University Northwest require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Purdue 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 Purdue University Northwest's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Purdue University Northwest

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$8,675
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$16,094
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$6,079
First-year retention rate
66%
Graduation rate within 6 years
43%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$48,318

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Colleges with similar score ranges

University of New MexicoNM · SAT 890-1170University of Nebraska at OmahaNE · ACT 19-26University of Wisconsin-Green BayWI · ACT 18-24Shippensburg University of PennsylvaniaPA · ACT 16-28The University of Texas Permian BasinTX · SAT 910-1130Colorado State University PuebloCO · ACT 19-26

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FAQ

Purdue University Northwest admissions questions

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

Purdue 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 890 and 1140 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1140 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 890 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Purdue University Northwest?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 16 to 24, with a median of 22. Scoring 24 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Purdue University Northwest require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, Purdue 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 Purdue University Northwest's admissions website before you apply.

What is Purdue University Northwest's acceptance rate?

Purdue University Northwest admitted 72% 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].