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
Mar 01
Scholarships DeadlineBe sure to apply for PNW scholarships before the deadline of March 1, 2025, for the 2025-26 academic year.
Mar 07
Founders Day 2025Please join Purdue Northwest as we celebrate the dedicated service of faculty and staff at the ninth annual Founders Day celebration.
Mar 24
Fall 2025 Priority Registration BeginsRegister for classes during Priority Registration to get the best selection of class days and times!
Apr 11
Last Day to Drop Spring 2025 ClassesLast day to drop Spring 2025 classes ends at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 11.