College of Technology
PNW’s College of Technology partners with business, industry and government to give students opportunities to solve real-world problems, leading to internships and jobs.
Kickstart Your Career
Our rigorous programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed. COT undergraduates reported a 98% placement rate in the 2024-25 Next Step Survey.
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Graduate
Every class project feels like a step closer to the career I’m aiming for. Those moments where theory becomes something you can actually hold or measure hit differently. It makes the work feel real and the future feel closer.
I honestly appreciate the professors who facilitate our classes, as they are sincere and more than happy to help their students every step of the way with assignments and projects.
Beyond the level of interest it provides, I like my major because my classes have a student-to-teacher ratio that allows me to not be afraid to walk up to my professors and ask questions.
PNW is a great community to grow with. The campus is small enough for personal attention in classes and large enough to have a variety of events.
It’s possible to speak to your professors and get to know them and have them get to know you. It feels like a community.
Resources
Student Resources
Specialty scholarships, student organizations, collegiate competitions and internship opportunities – see how the College of Technology can help you succeed.
National Center
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and National Security Agency granted the National Center for Academic Excellence for Cyber Defense Education designation to PNW.
Meet College of Technology
See how our accredited programs and discipline-specific skills acquisition help graduates thrive.
By partnering with regional industry, the technology laboratories are maintained at state-of-the-art levels. The college has invested more than $300,000 in facility enhancements to its laboratories.
The Engineering Technology department has incorporated knowledge covering the mechanics, electronics and computer control needed to design and operate robotic devices into their courses.
Faculty and students work to provide solutions to specific industry problems while providing students with experiential learning opportunities.
Industry supported lab environments are equipped with articulated robotic arms, mobile robot-bases and machine vision systems. From autonomous vehicles to sensor-driven manufacturing systems, robotic innovations are at the forefront of technology advances today.
Signature programs include Cybersecurity, Mechatronics Engineering Technology (first of its kind) and Computer Information Technology (nationally recognized in information assurance and cyber defense).
News and Announcements
Northwest Indiana Families Value Higher Education at Purdue University Northwest
Purdue University Northwest welcomed 1,653 newly admitted undergraduate students while recording a new record 70.8% retention rate for returning second-year students for the 2026-27 academic year.
Purdue University Northwest students earn spring 2026 Dean’s List honors
The Purdue University Northwest spring 2026 Dean’s List recognizes 1,834 undergraduate students for their academic achievements.
PNW named Best University in the Region
Purdue University Northwest was named “Best University” for a third consecutive year in The Times of Northwest Indiana newspaper’s 2026 “Best of the Region” ballot!
Important Dates
Sep 22
Fall 2026 Career ExpoThe PNW 2026 Fall Career Expo is a career fair for students and alumni of Purdue University Northwest that are seeking full time employment and internships across all industries and academic majors.
Oct 12
Fall BreakPNW will observe Fall Break on Monday and Tuesday, October 12 and 13, 2026. There are no classes, but campus offices are open, with some exceptions.
Oct 26
Spring 2027 Priority Registration BeginsRegister for classes during Priority Registration to get the best selection of class days and times!
Nov 13
Last Day to Drop a Full-Term Fall 2026 CourseThe last day to drop a Full-Term Fall 2026 Course is Friday, November 13, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.
Accreditation
Indicated undergraduate programs in the College of Technology are nationally accredited. This ensures that each program is independently reviewed and meets the quality expectation for that profession. Accrediting agencies include ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.).