Preview PNW
Want a closer look at Purdue University Northwest? Join our Virtual Preview PNW to walk through the admissions process, learn about majors that interest you and explore opportunities for scholarships and financial aid!
Saturday, April 24
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Preview PNW attendees can have their PNW application fee waived—you can save $25!
Preview PNW Schedule
10 a.m. | Welcome
Hear from PNW administration and admissions staff as they welcome you to Preview PNW.
10:05 a.m. | Admissions Informational Session
Join the Office of Admission as they walk you through an online information session about PNW. Learn about the admissions process and the steps needed to become a PNW student. Apply today and have your $25 application fee waived (transfer credit evaluation fee will still apply).
10:30 a.m. | Session A: College Breakout Sessions (Choose One)
Visit with faculty and staff to learn more about the majors/departments you’re interested in. If you are undecided about a major, staff from the Exploratory Advising Program for undeclared students will discuss how you will work with an advisor to explore all your major options.
- College of Business
- College of Engineering and Sciences
- College of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences
- College of Nursing
- College of Technology
- Exploratory Advising (Undecided Major)
11:30 a.m. | Session B: Paying for College
You are encouraged to attend this virtual workshop where the Purdue University Northwest Office of Financial Aid will present about the college financial aid process. They’ll discuss comparing the cost of college, scholarships and grants, and the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Noon | Session C: Meet with an Admissions Rep
Application Workshop: Meet with a Freshmen or Transfer Admissions counselor to learn how to complete the PNW application on our website – $25 fee waived! (Transfer credit evaluation fee will still apply.)
Chancellor’s Welcome
PNW Chancellor Thomas Keon introduces Purdue Northwest, sharing how our premier metropolitan university can help build the foundation for your future.
Admissions Resources

Wonder what it’s like to live on campus? Take a tour of the apartment-style living available on PNW’s Hammond campus.

The Disability Access Center empowers college-ready students with documented disabilities to participate fully in PNW by providing equal access and opportunity.

Have questions about how you’re going to pay for college? Our Office of Financial Aid has resources to help.

Need help? Whether it’s choosing the right classes for your major or getting support from our counseling center, PNW student resources can help you thrive.

PNW’s Counseling Center provides free and confidential mental health services to currently enrolled students.

Educational Opportunity Programs
PNW has several programs to serve and assist low-income individuals, first-generation college students and individuals with disabilities as you progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post-baccalaureate programs.

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