Consumer Information
Whether you are a student, parent, counselor, researcher, legislator or just interested in Purdue University Northwest, we are committed to providing you, as a consumer, with the information you need to make informed decisions and are committed to making that information easy for you to find.
Additionally, the Student Consumer Information regulations of the United States Department of Education require universities to provide students access to certain information to which they are entitled as consumers to help them make informed choices about their education.
The information on this website provides easy access to the important information and disclosures we are required to provide, along with office addresses, phone numbers, and web addresses. Additional information about specific programs and university services is available from the individual colleges, departments and offices.
Our Mission
Purdue University Northwest is a diverse, student-centered university that transforms lives and serves our region through innovative education, impactful research and community engagement.
Resources
General Institutional Information
Summary view of institution resources with contact information.
University Contacts
Explore university contacts from undergraduate admissions to financial aid.
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| Academic Catalog, Academics & Research and Faculty | PNW Academic Catalog, Academic programs and Faculty listing |
| Accreditation | PNW Accreditation information |
| Career Center | PNW Career Center information |
| College Scorecard | U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for PNW |
| Copyright and Fair Use Policy | PNW copyright and fair use information |
| Drop Refund Policy and Withdrawal Policy | PNW policies regarding refunds for dropped classes and withdrawals |
| Facilities and Services Available to Students with Disabilities | PNW Accessibility Center |
| Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) | Student rights concerning their education records |
| Graduate Studies | PNW Doctoral and Master's Programs |
| Information Security and Privacy | Information security and privacy policy |
| Information Technology Policies and Procedures | PNW Information Technology policies, procedures and forms |
| Net Price Calculator | PNW Net Price Calculator to estimate your college costs and aid offer |
| Misrepresentation | Offering students and parents accurate and timely information |
| Other General Institution Information | Additional PNW resources and information |
| SARA Standing for Online Master's Nursing Program | State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement information |
| State Authorization and Professional Licensure | State-by-State guidelines for post-secondary distance education and licensure |
| Student Clubs and Organizations | Information on PNW student clubs and organizations |
| Teacher Accreditation | PNW School of Education and Counseling Accreditation |
| Veteran Services | Information on veteran services at PNW |
| Voter Registration | Information on becoming a registered voter |
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| Contact Financial Aid and Financial Aid Home | How to contact Financial Aid and the Financial Aid homepage |
| Aid Adjustments and Verification | Information on financial aid adjustments and the verification process |
| CARES, CRRSAA and HEERF Reporting | Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund reporting |
| Estimated Cost of Attendance | Estimated cost of attendance for financial aid applicants at PNW |
| Federal Direct Loan Information | Information on borrowing Federal Direct Loans |
| Federal Direct Loan Deferment and Forbearance | Temporary relief for Federal Direct loan borrowers |
| Return of Title IV Funds and Withdrawing from Classes | Return of Title IV funds policy and withdrawing from classes information |
| Satisfactory Academic Progress | Satisfactory Academic Progress policy and information |
| Student Rights and Responsibilities for Financial Aid | Financial aid recipient rights and responsibilities |
| Tuition and Fees | Tuition and fees information |
| Types of Financial Aid | The types of financial aid offered at PNW. |
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| Annual Security Report | PNW annual security report for Hammond and Westville campuses |
| Biennial Review | PNW review of programs to prevent the abuse of alcohol and illicit drugs. |
| Crime Logs | PNW Police crime and fire daily logs |
| Center for Healthy Living | PNW onsite health and wellness clinic |
| Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention | Resources for drug and alcohol abuse prevention and penalties for abuse |
| PNW Accessibility Center | Equal access and opportunities for students with documented disabilities at PNW |
| Public Safety Reports | Reports of crimes, drug-free policies and other safety concerns |
| Public Safety Resources | Emergency guides, police resources and safety tips |
| Smoke Free Policy | PNW smoke and tobacco free policy |
| Vaccination Policy | PNW vaccination policy |
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| College Navigator | National Center for Education Statistics PNW College Navigator |
| College Scorecard | U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for PNW |
| Purdue Northwest Fact Book | PNW campus metrics and information |
| Student Diversity, Retention and Graduation | Student body diversity, retention and graduation rate statistics |
| Student Policies | PNW Policies information |
| Student Graduation Career Outcomes | Summary data on PNW students by graduating class |
| Intercollegiate Athletic Program | Information on PNW athletic programs |
| Athletic Program Participation and Financial Support Data (EADA) | Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act data |
| Enrollment, Retention and Graduation for Students Receiving Athletically Related Aid | Summary data on PNW students receiving athletically related aid by graduating class |