Purdue University Northwest

Where academic excellence meets real-world experience.

Power Onward

PNW professors have so many connections in industry and provide so many opportunities for students to connect with professionals.

Mary Buksa, Accounting, ‘24



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Join a group of people in a club adjacent to, if not within, your major. You’ll find a much-needed community and support!

Joshua Grady, Computer Engineering, ‘25



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PNW may be a smaller campus, but that makes it so much easier to make friends, create connections and get the support you need.

Fatima Chavez, Elementary Education, ‘25



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Explore Majors & Programs

At Purdue University Northwest, small classes and supportive professors will help you build the hands-on skills and connections you need to thrive in more than 70 areas of study, from cybersecurity to psychology.

Experience Our Campuses

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With two campuses in Northwest Indiana, PNW is a student-centered university that transforms lives through innovative education, impactful research and community engagement. Our Hammond campus offers a vibrant residential experience and easy access to downtown Chicago. Our Westville branch campus lets students start their academic journey in a beautiful rural setting.

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Jul 11

Acorn Concert Series: Rocks Off (Rolling Stones Tribute)

Immerse yourself in the timeless magic of the Rolling Stones with Rocks Off, a revitalizing tribute band at the 2025 Acorn Concert Series!

Jul 14

Third 4-week Classes Begin

Third 4-week Summer Session classes run July 14 to August 8.

Jul 16

Admitted Student Day (Hammond Campus)

We are so excited to invite all newly admitted and current students to our upcoming Admitted Student Day on the Hammond Campus!

Jul 17

Movie Night: Wicked

Join the Office of Student Life for a Movie Night under the stars as we watch Wicked! Members of the community are invited as well.