College comparison

Indiana University-Northwest vs Northern State University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Indiana University-Northwest Gary, IN	Northern State University Aberdeen, SD
Acceptance rateIndiana University-Northwest is more selective	73%	93%
SAT (25–75)	910–1180	980–1160
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	2,661	1,273
Avg net price	$5,130	$15,812
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public
Location	Gary, IN	Aberdeen, SD

Quick answers

Is Indiana University-Northwest or Northern State University harder to get into?

Indiana University-Northwest is more selective: Indiana University-Northwest's acceptance rate is approximately 73% and Northern State University's is approximately 93% (estimates from public and primary sources).

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

The middle-50% SAT range is 910–1180 at Indiana University-Northwest and 980–1160 at Northern State University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.