School of Education and Counseling
Transform education, transform you. Create opportunities for students, families, educators and communities to re-imagine learning and development.
Kickstart Your Career
Our rigorous, accredited programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.
Undergraduate
The Mathematics, English and Social Studies concentrations are offered by departments outside PNW’s School of Education and Counseling but are included here to offer a comprehensive overview of programs.
Graduate
Whether through friendships, professors, field experience or campus organizations, PNW has provided me the opportunity to make connections, enabling me to achieve my goals while providing opportunities I would not have had otherwise.
As an individual who is hoping to make a difference in this world, I know my dream is becoming a reality because I had the best teaching and training.
Everyone was very kind. The students in my major were all very supportive of each other. At times we would struggle but we worked together as a group to figure it out.
PNW has created networking opportunities and professional relationships that I am grateful for, with mentors that are wonderful role models.
Purdue Northwest has given me the opportunity to grow into the teacher my future students need and deserve. I'm grateful to have had the amazing support and encouragement of my professors, advisor and peers!
Additional Resources
Graduate Admissions Guide
Ready to apply ? See what’s needed to make your application process easy!
Student Resources
From scholarships to student organizations, find the resources you need to succeed.
Community Counseling Center
We offer quality, affordable, short-term individual counseling for adults and children in Northwest Indiana.
Purdue University Northwest has partnered with the Community Fairbanks Behavioral Health Behavioral Health Academy™ to offer a streamlined path to a career in behavioral health.
News & Announcements
PNW alumni leading change in regional community leadership organizations
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) plays a pivotal role in supporting local communities throughout Northwest Indiana (NWI) by preparing students with the skills and knowledge needed to make impactful change as […]
Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) 2025 graduates have poured countless hours into their persistent journeys to earn their degrees. On May 10, the culmination of over 850 candidates’ hard work was celebrated during PNW’s 2025 Commencement.
Head of the Class: Meet 2025 PNW graduate Fatima Chavez
For Fatima Chavez, ‘25, a part-time job in a classroom prompted a passion for education that culminated with her degree this spring in Elementary Education: Special Needs.
Upcoming Events
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).
Jun 30
Second 6-week Classes BeginSecond 6-week Summer Session classes run June 30 through August 8.
Accreditation
Purdue University Northwest is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (formerly, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education).
The Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling Programs are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).