College of Nursing
Grow your career in the country’s most trusted profession by enrolling in PNW's College of Nursing, a designated NLN Center of Nursing Excellence.
Kickstart Your Career
Our rigorous programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.
Undergraduate
Graduate
My research projects have helped me practice evidence-based nursing. This is a really important aspect of nursing, since the field is always evolving and growing, it’s a lifelong commitment to learning.
PNW’s DNP program gave me a deeper understanding of the systems we work in, not just the clinical side. I now understand why decisions are made, how organizations run and the bigger picture behind organizational changes.
The professors didn’t just teach, they guided, challenged and helped me see the full picture of what nursing really is across so many specialties.
PNW’s DNP program taught me exactly how to search for evidence, evaluate the reliability of research and interpret complex data with confidence. Being able to extract meaningful data and apply it to transform practice and improve care is invaluable.
What set this program apart from others was that it wasn’t just about learning theory, it was about applying it. It connected my nursing experience and theory to real practice – suddenly everything clicked.
PNW was the college that fit me. I love how close everyone is on campus. The smaller class sizes were perfect for me to learn.
Make connections and use your resources... If you make connections or get involved in a committee or club, you can make a group of friends and find like-minded people.
The program is very well formulated and constructed. Everything I’ve learned from the start has been a solid base that I’ve been able to build upon.
The Highest Standard
PNW’s College of Nursing is a designated NLN Center of Nursing Excellence. The recognition is given to nursing programs that demonstrate sustained excellence in faculty development, nursing education research, and in student learning and professional development
Additional Resources
Online Programs
Our online nursing programs offer working nurses a high-quality and affordable pathway to your next credential.
How to Apply
No matter where you are in your career, PNW’s College of Nursing has a program to help you move forward.
Virtual Tour
Explore the state-of-the-art Nils K. Nelson Bioscience Innovation Building, which has entire sections designed to look just like physicians’ offices or acute care facilities.
PNW Nursing Programs Recognized Nationally
PNW’s online nursing programs earned top 100 rankings in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Online Programs. At the graduate level, PNW’s Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degrees ranked nationally in the Top Graduate Nursing programs category.
News
PNW’s DNP students translate science into practice
Kristina James’ (DNP’24) decision to pursue a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the College of Nursing at Purdue University Northwest stemmed from a desire to expand her knowledge and make a greater impact in the nursing field.
Charting a Career: Meet 2025 PNW graduate Grace Mumaugh
Grace Mumaugh’s, ’25, her desire to care for others has led her to a B.S. in Nursing, along with a minor in Psychology from Purdue University Northwest.
Purdue University Northwest raises nearly $2 million on PNW Day of Giving
PNW ranked third in the Purdue system for total gifts during its Day of Giving, with a 50% rise in participation and more than 3,100 contributions supporting scholarships, academics and student initiatives.
Important Dates
Jun 14
First 4-week Module Classes EndClasses end that run the first four weeks of the Summer Session (May 19 to June 13).
Jun 16
Summer 8-week and Second 4-week Classes BeginSummer 8-week (June 16 to August 8) and Second 4-week (June 16 to July 11) Classes Begin
Jun 22
Deadline to Apply to Graduate for Summer 2025Speak with your academic advisor to make sure you are eligible to graduate and submit your application.
Jun 27
First 6-week Classes EndClasses end that run the first six weeks of the Summer Session (May 19 to June 27).
Accreditation
The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN) granted continuing accreditation to the baccalaureate, master’s and post-master’s certificate programs with the next evaluation visit scheduled for fall 2027.
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The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN) granted accreditation to the post-master’s doctor of nursing practice (DNP) program with the next evaluation visit scheduled for Spring 2028.
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