Academic Regulations
Students who enter institutions of higher education agree to know and abide by the rules of their institutions. Purdue University Northwest provides students with several resources that outline the regulations that they agree to upon enrollment.
Academic Catalog
The Academic Regulations section of the Academic Catalog addresses topics such as:
- Academic standing
- Grading scale
- Incomplete grades
- Student classification (freshman, sophomore, junior, senior)
Civics Literacy Proficiency
Students who enter PNW in Fall 2022 or subsequent semesters will need to complete a civics liberty proficiency requirement. The Civics Literacy Proficiency activities were created to enhance the educational experience of PNW students and graduate a more informed citizenry.
Additional Resources
See PNW’s student handbook as well as official policies for academic integrity, free speech and more.
Key Dates
Oct 27
Spring 2026 Priority Registration BeginsPriority Registration for Spring 2026 begins October 27. Register promptly for the best selection of course days and times.
Nov 06
Purdue Northwest Athletics TodayTune in to WJOB 1230-AM, 104.7-FM or JEDTV with your host, Rick Costello. View recordings of previous PNW Today programs here: PNW Today Playlist
Nov 13
Purdue Northwest TodayTune in to WJOB 1230-AM, 104.7-FM or JEDTV with your host, Kale Wilk. View recordings of previous PNW Today programs here: PNW Today Playlist
Nov 14
Last Day to Drop a Full-Term Fall 2025 CourseThe last day to drop a Full-Term Fall 2025 Course is Friday, November 14, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.