Purdue University Northwest

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a student-centered university that values academic excellence, supports growth and celebrates diversity. Located in Northwest Indiana, near Chicago, PNW fosters a vibrant academic community through high quality and engaging undergraduate and graduate education.

PNW’s five colleges offer more than 70 areas of study for undergraduate and graduate students. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and is consistently recognized among the best regional universities in the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. PNW’s emphasis on research and applied learning opportunities means that their students graduate ready for the next phase of their lives, with 83% of graduates employed or accepted into advanced study or service programs within 6 months.

With over 80 student organizations, Student Programming Board, Alternative Spring Break, and leadership programs, PNW students have plenty of ways to get involved, make new friends and create lasting college memories. From Spanish Club to car-building Society of Automotive Engineers groups to student government, there are organizations for every passion and interest at PNW.

Located in Hammond, Indiana, less than 25 miles southeast of downtown Chicago, this residential campus features classroom buildings, student housing and state-of-the-art lab space. Located in Westville, Indiana, just 15 miles from Indiana Dunes National Park, this spacious commuter campus blends academic buildings with sculptures and prairie landscaping.