School of Engineering
Nationally ranked programs. ABET accreditation. Student teams in national competitions. New PNW Design Studio. Come be a part of something BIG!
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Our rigorous programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.
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Attending Purdue Northwest may have been a practical decision, but during my attendance, I found experiences I wouldn’t have found elsewhere.
PNW provides a quality education to its students and unique opportunities to better themselves. As a senior, I am thankful for the years that I’ve spent here at PNW and for the quality faculty and students that I have come to know.
I came to PNW because it was close to home, beautiful campus and small class sizes. I stayed at PNW because of the amazing professors and close bonds created with my cohorts.
I chose to attend PNW because it was close to home and is a great, recognized part of the Purdue academic system.
I chose Purdue University Northwest because it is a nationally-ranked engineering program and because they believed in me.
I am very happy to have been a graduate of PNW. I have many experiences, formed lasting friendships, and took the combined advice from of my professors and mentors and used it as a guide for my career, and will continue to do so in the future.
I believe having smaller class sizes at PNW compared to other big engineering universities really has allowed me to gain more hands-on experience (especially in labs) that I would not have been able to have at other schools.
I chose PNW because it was close to home, affordable and they have a respected and accredited engineering program.
I chose to be an engineer because I'm interested in why things are the way they are in the world around us.
PNW provided all of the courses and extracurricular activities so that I had enough knowledge and experience to make the transition from student to full-time engineer an easy one. In my whole career, I have not felt unprepared for the technical challenges at hand.
PNW prepared me not only for my doctoral studies but also for my future career in the industry. I developed research skills and improved my ability to solve realistic problems that are faced by engineers and managers in the industry.
PNW has provided me with nearly all the knowledge I will need to pursue my dream career as an inventor and researcher.
There were so many opportunities to get involved and take leadership roles all across campus that it helped me to stretch, grow, and ultimately be prepared to begin life in the ‘real world.
Recognized Impact
In the most recent U.S. News and World Report rankings, PNW ranks 53rd nationally among the Best Engineering Programs, of engineering schools whose highest degree is a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
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Stars Teach Here
Get to know researchers, scientists and practitioners from around the world who are recognized in their fields.
Faculty & Staff
Our talented academics and professionals have the backgrounds to give you a rewarding educational experience.
Senior Design provides engineering students with supervised experience in the process and practice of engineering design. A spring ’21 team converted a truck into an electric vehicle, which is now owned by PNW!
The 2019 Steel Bridge Team advanced to the national finals for the first time in PNW history.
Student competition teams are a great opportunity to get to know fellow engineering students and put your skills to work. The PNW NASA Rover Team designs and builds two rovers each year for competition at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Ala.
One of the PNW rover teams prepares for competition at the NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge in 2019. Both PNW teams finished in the top 10.
The ETIE (English Training in Engineering) program at PNW has maintained a long-term cooperation with more than 30 top universities in China and has more than 400 graduates since it was established in 2006.
News & Announcements
Purdue University Northwest Graduates Urged to Embrace Life, Seek Solutions
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) graduates should be willing to take risks and seek solutions as they begin their careers, keynote speaker Tom Dermody, mayor of the City of La Porte, […]
Purdue University Northwest Fall Class of 2021 to be Honored at Two Commencement Ceremonies
PNW will host its fall commencement ceremonies in-person, with appropriate health and safety protocols, on Saturday, December 11, at its Westville campus.
Purdue University Northwest Fall Class of 2021 to be Honored at Two Commencement Ceremonies
PNW will host its fall commencement ceremonies in-person, with appropriate health and safety protocols, on Saturday, December 11, at its Westville campus.
Important Dates
Feb 16
Spring 2022 Late Registration Begins
Spring 2022 late registration begins Monday, January 10 and runs through Friday, January 14 at 4 p.m. Students can register for classes or adjust their schedules on the Registration tab in myPNW.
Feb 22
Summer 2022 Registration Begins
Contact your academic advisor regarding questions about course selection and staying on track for graduation.
Feb 25
Spring Career Expo (Virtual Day)
Spring Career Expo 2022 is an “all majors” career fair that will feature local and national employers that are seeking to hire interns and full-time employees across all industries and academic majors.
Accreditation
This program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org.