Office of Admissions

Whether you're a high school student or an adult, working toward a degree or just taking a few classes, the Office of Admissions can show you how easy it is to enroll and get started. You can pursue all your educational goals at IU Northwest because we offer:

• Nationally recognized academic programs
• Outstanding faculty dedicated to teaching
• Personal attention and small class size
• Flexible course schedules with day, evening, and weekend classes
• Academic and career support services
• Affordable costs, financial aid, and payment plans
• A student body of over 5,000 - half recent high school graduates and half nontraditional students

Service Philosophy of the Office of Admissions – An Enrollment Services Unit

As members of a student-centered campus, we make the commitment to provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service and assistance in support of the University's Shared Vision, Values, and Strategic Outcomes.

Spring Preview Night - Wednesday, March 24, 2010
To find out more about IU Northwest, attend the Spring Preview Night. The program begins at 5:30 p.m. in Savannah Center. RSVP by March 22, 2010 by calling 1-888-968-7486 ext – 6823 or register online.

• Explore Academic Programs and Majors
• Learn about Student Life & Athletics
• Get the Facts on Financial Aid
• Tour the campus

Call Us Today to Get Started

Talk to an admissions counselor today to find out more. Call us at (219) 980-6991 or toll free (888) 968-7486. You can also e-mail a member of our admissions staff.

Request More Information

Complete this online request form and we'll send you application materials and financial aid information.

Application Deadlines

Applications should be received by the following dates, depending on the semester you intend to enroll:

• Fall Semester - July 1
  • Applications are still being accepted. Applicants should bring all official transcripts, a completed application and the $25 application fee into the Office of Admissions as soon as possible.
• Spring Semester - December 1
• Summer Session I - April 1
• Summer Session II - June 1

Apply Online

Perhaps the easiest way to apply is to complete an online application. If you have applied to IU Northwest campus within the past 24 months, DO NOT APPLY ON-LINE. It is not necessary and your fee will not be refunded. Instead, update your previous application by calling 219-980-6991 or 1-888-968-7486.

Applying to Graduate School

Students apply directly to their intended graduate degree program. For more information, contact your school of interest:

Office of Admissions
Indiana University Northwest
Hawthorn Hall 100
3400 Broadway
Gary, IN 46408-1197
Phone: (219) 980-6991
or toll free (888) YOUR-IUN (968-7486)
Fax: (219) 981-4219
E-mail:
Hours: Monday and Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.;
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.