Computer Science at Purdue University Northwest
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Purdue University Northwest graduates compare to all programs nationally
Purdue University Northwest graduates earn $68k, placing them in the 44th percentile of all computer science bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana
Computer Science bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (26 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue University Northwest | $68,485 | — | — | — |
| Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology | $100,294 | $157,625 | $24,500 | 0.24 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus | $94,786 | $116,601 | $19,375 | 0.20 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington | $77,909 | $91,304 | $20,417 | 0.26 |
| Taylor University | $77,081 | $86,504 | — | — |
| Indiana University-Southeast | $72,634 | $97,561 | — | — |
| National Median | $70,950 | — | $23,374 | 0.33 |
Other Computer Science Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute | $56,674 | $100,294 | $24,500 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $9,992 | $94,786 | $19,375 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $11,790 | $77,909 | $20,417 |
| Taylor University Upland | $39,104 | $77,081 | — |
| Indiana University-Southeast New Albany | $8,179 | $72,634 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Purdue University Northwest, approximately 28% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 20 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.