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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.

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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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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!

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Purdue University Northwest graduates urged to hold onto virtues amid technological advancements

Major shifts in modern-day technologies, such as artificial intelligence, are transforming how people learn, work, communicate and more.

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Purdue University Northwest announces faculty member promotions for 2026-27 academic year

Eight Purdue University Northwest (PNW) faculty members received approval April 10 by the Purdue University Board of Trustees for academic promotions starting in the 2026-27 academic year.

Upcoming Electrical and Computer Engineering Events

Jun 12

First Four-Week Module Ends

The first Four-Week Module ends on June 12, 2026. 

Jun 19

Deadline to Submit Summer 2026 Application to Graduate

The deadline to submit your Summer 2026 Application to Graduate is June 19, 2026.

Jun 26

First Six-Week Module Ends

The First Six-Week Module Ends on June 26, 2026.

Jun 29

Second Six-Week Module Begins

The Second Six-Week Module Begins on June 29, 2026. 

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