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Electrical and Computer Engineering

Our nationally ranked engineering programs offer undergraduate, graduate and 4+1 degree options that will prepare you for the 21st century.

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Strive for excellence. If you allow yourself to aim high, there are a lot of opportunities that will open up for you.

Noemi Herrera

The professors are great! They go out of their way to make sure you’re understanding and learning the material. They’re also available to help you when you need it.

Mateo Garcia

Studying at PNW has been a great experience. I have met so many wonderful people and learned so much. I am happy I made the decision to attend PNW.

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The amount of students that tell me that I made a difference in their education is definitely undoubtedly the most rewarding achievement mentally to me as a tutor…

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PNW Named Among 2026 Best Midwest Universities by U.S. News & World Report

PNW’s School of Engineering ranked 46 nationally among engineering schools whose highest awarded degrees are bachelor’s or master’s degrees in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 annual Best Colleges rankings

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Learn how to make the most of your PNW engineering education.

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PNW is collaborating with local high schools to bring clean-energy lessons into classrooms.

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Purdue University Northwest Students Earn Fall 2025 Dean’s List Honors

The Purdue University Northwest fall 2025 Dean’s List recognizes 1,877 undergraduate students for their academic achievements.

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Engineering a Legacy: PNW alumnus Stewart McMillan

PNW alumnus Stewart McMillan (B.S.,’77) has dedicated his life to making a difference. A passion for service, which fueled his career, now inspires McMillan’s support for PNW and its current students.

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Center for Faculty Excellence New Faculty Member Spotlight: Meet Rand Abdallah

Purdue University Northwest’s Center for Faculty Excellence proudly welcomes Rand Abdallah, lecturer of Electrical and Computer Engineering, to the university’s 2025–26 faculty cohort.

Upcoming Electrical and Computer Engineering Events

Mar 05

Spring 2026 Career Expo

The Spring 2026 career fair is being held for students and alumni of Purdue University Northwest that are seeking full time employment and internships across all industries and academic majors.

Mar 16

Spring Break – No Classes but Campus Offices are Open

Enjoy your Spring Break! Classes resume Monday, March 23.

Mar 23

Fall 2026 Priority Registration Begins

Register for classes during Priority Registration to get the best selection of class days and times!

Apr 10

Last Day to Drop a full-term Spring 2026 Class

The last day to drop a Full-Term Spring 2026 Course is Friday, April 10, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.

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